We run many drop-in sessions at Clapton Park for children aged 0-5 including, Stay and Play, Toy Library, Messy Play, Getting Ready for School, Gardening and Forest Schools.

We are here to help and support you. Our Children’s Centre offers a range of services including dietitian, behaviour support, parenting classes, support to get into work, family support and support around finances. Please see Joanna Knight, Stay and Play Lead for more information.

Play and Learn 

These sessions are for parents/carers and children, each stay & play targets specific age groups. Come along and have some fun with your children. Learn activities that you can use at home. Watch your child develop and make new friends. Make a My Journey Book to record your child’s development. 

Toy Library 

Come along and borrow some toys to use with your child at home as well as play alongside your child at our Stay and Play session. 

Messy Play 

This is a Stay and Play session with a focus on getting messy. There will be various messy play activities such as paint, slime, cornflour and mud for your child to enjoy. Please wear old clothes for this session. 

Sensory Play 

A drop in session for you and your child, specifically set up for children with special educational needs and disabilities to explore their senses and aid their development. This session is also suitable for children under 18 months. 

Five to Thrive Support Sessions and Signposting 

Call Joanna on 07483316180 for any advice, support or signposting you and your family may need. 

Childminder’s Drop-in Sessions

Clapton Park supports the Hackney Childminders’ Network and we have drop-ins specifically for Childminders. For further details, please contact Grace Opon on 020 8986 7441 - 07810 856 321 or at Grace.Opon@hackney.gov.uk. 

Forest School Outdoor Learning Course 

We are now running Forest School sessions for parents and children. Please wear appropriate clothing. Fees apply. See website: http://www.hackneyforestschool.co.uk/web/parentchild_play_and_learn_session/225242).

Gardening 

Learn core skills in our drop-in sessions to help you expand your garden at home and have fresh produce to enjoy in the summer.