About the Children's Centres
Our Children’s Centres aim to improve outcomes for young children, ensuring they are happy, healthy and ready to begin school.
The Centres also provide help and support to families around parenting, health and well-being and employability. The services they provide are designed for parents and carers who may be expecting a new baby or have a child under the age of five.
Centres offer a range of services, including:
- pre-school education and access to early education and childcare (on some sites)
- access to health services, including health visiting and midwifery care
- adult learning opportunities to help parents/carers progress into training or employment
- access to play opportunities that are available to everyone, such as Stay and Play
- access to services delivered by private providers that are available to everyone with small fees attached
In Bexley, you can access Children’s Centre services from one of our Children’s Centres and also from venues across the borough, including libraries, leisure centres and community buildings. This means that families have more choice and can access services nearer to their homes.
Our centres welcome all Bexley families who are expecting a baby or who have a child under five.
Our main centres are open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm with some timetabled sessions on a Saturday.
We have a dedicated Children's Centre Team who are available to support you in accessing services and information. They will also deliver sessions across the borough together with some of our partners.
Membership
If you would like to receive regular information and access children’s centre services, pop into your nearest centre to complete a membership form or complete it online.
Virtual advice, guidance and support
If you need to speak to one of our Children’s Centre Team, contact us by telephone at 020 3045 5480 or by email childrenscentres@bexley.gov.uk with your contact details to request a call.
One-to-one support for families is also available by calling Family Wellbeing Service on 020 3045 5440 or by emailing us at familywellbeing@Bexley.gov.uk.
Bexley Children's Centre activities
Activities on Monday
| Venue | Dates | Times | Activity | Booking Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Street CC, Chandlers Drive, Erith, DA8 1LW |
Ongoing | 10.30am to 12 midday | Advice & Guidance session to talk to a Practitioner about any worries or concerns | For more details and to book a slot contact the centre |
| West Street CC, Chandlers Drive, Erith, DA8 1LW |
Ongoing | 9am to 4pm | Child Development Appointments – Health Visiting Team | By Appointment Only - Contact 0300 330 5777 to make an appointment with Health Visitor |
| Danson CC, Brampton Road, Bexleyheath, DA7 4EZ |
Ongoing | 8.30am to 5.30pm | QE - Midwifery Appointments | By Appointment only - made by your midwifery team |
| Central Library, Townley Road, Bexleyheath, DA6 7HL |
Term time Only | 10am to 10.30am | Toddler Time - Rhymes, stories and songs for the under 5’s | Sessions are free - for more information please contact 020 8303 777 (ask for libraries) |
| Bostall Community Library, 115 King Harolds Way, Bexleyheath, DA7 5RE |
Term time Only | 10am to 11.30am | Toddler Time with Stay & Play - Age 0 to 4 years | Sessions are free - sessions are volunteer-led |
Activities on Tuesday
| Venue | Dates | Times | Activity | Booking Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Street CC, Chandlers Drive, Erith, DA8 1LW |
Ongoing | 9.30am to 12.00 midday | Speech & Language Communication Group | By Referral Only - through the Speech and Language Team |
| Northumberland Heath CC, 141 Brook Street, Erith, DA8 1JD |
Ongoing | 2pm to 3.30pm | Bouncing Babies Parent & Baby Group for new parents with babies 0 to 12 months | Sessions are free - no need to book just come along |
| Northumberland Heath CC, 141 Brook Street, Erith, DA8 1JD |
19 Apr to 14 June | 9.30am to 3pm | Solace Women’s Aid programmes | By Invitation Only |
| Danson CC, Brampton Road, Bexleyheath, DA7 4EZ |
Ongoing | 9am to 4.30pm | Midwifery Appointments | Appointments Only |
| Church of the Cross, Lensbury Way, Thamesmead, SE2 9UE |
Ongoing | 10.30am to 11.30am | Terrific Tuesdays - Physical play with baby area, parachute play, movement & songs parents/carers & babies/toddlers aged 0 to 3 years | Sessions are free - no need to book just come along |
| Christchurch, Victoria Road, Erith DA8 3AN |
Term Time Only | 9.15am to 10.30am | Toddler Church Play Group (age 0 to 5 years) | Sessions are free - for more details contact Jacki on 07764 476277 |
| Northumberland Heath Library, Mill Road, Erith, DA8 1HW |
Term Time Only | 10am to 11.15am | Toddler Stay & Play – with stories & songs (age 0 to 5 years) | Sessions are free - no need to book just drop in and join in |
| Bexley Village Community Library, Bourne Road, Bexley, DA5 1LU |
Term Time Only | 2.30pm to 3.15pm | Toddler Time (reading & singing) (age 0 to 4 years) | Sessions are free - these are volunteer-led sessions. |
| Upper Belvedere Community Library, Woolwich Road, Belvedere, DA17 5EQ |
Term Time Only | 10.30am to 12 midday | Toddler Stories & Rhymes with Stay & Play (age 0 to 4 years) | Sessions are free - no need to book just drop in and join in |
Activities on Wednesday
| Venue | Dates | Times | Activity | Booking Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Street CC, Chandlers Drive, Erith, DA8 1LW |
Fortnightly | 10.30am to 11.30am | Bexley VIPs Vision Impairment Pre-school Group | By invite only. For more information contact Sam Thomas - 07817 933635 Sam.thomas@bexley.gov.uk |
| Virtual Session - via Teams | 11 May | 10.30am to 11.30am | Tears and Tantrums Workshop | Session is free - Join us online - please call the centre to book |
| Virtual Session - via Teams | 25 May | 10.30am to 11.30am | Top Toilet Training Tips Workshop | Session is free - Join us online - please call the centre to book |
| Virtual Session - via Teams | 16 June | 10.30am to 11.30am | Fussy Eaters Workshop | Session is free - Join us online - please call the centre to book |
| Virtual Session - via Teams | 29 June | 10.30am to 11.30am | Sleep Tips Workshop | Session is free - Join us online - please call the centre to book |
| Creative Kids Hall rear of West Street Youth & Family Centre, Maxim Road, DA8 1FA |
Term Time Only | 1.30pm to 3pm | Wild Wednesdays Group to support your baby’s learning through interactive activities (age 0 to 36 months) | Sessions are free. No need to book just come along to join us |
| Danson CC, Brampton Road, Bexleyheath, DA7 4EZ |
Monthly - 1st Wednesday of each month | 10am to 12 midday | Welcome to the World Session, New parent and expectant parents coffee morning | Sessions are free. No need to book just come along to join us |
| Danson CC, Brampton Road, Bexleyheath, DA7 4EZ |
Ongoing | 9am to 4pm | Child Development Appointments - Health Visiting Team | Appointment Only |
| Central Library, Townley Road, Bexleyheath, DA6 7HL |
Ongoing | 12.30pm to 3pm | The Bexley One Stop Shop - offering support advice to help victims of domestic abuse | No appointment needed - For further information contact Solace on 020 3198 4659 |
| Thamesmead Library, Binsey Walk, Thamesmead, SE2 9TR |
Term Time Only | 9.45am to 10.15am | Toddler Time Stories and rhymes for 0 to 3 years | Sessions are free. For more information please contact 020 8303 7777 (ask for libraries) |
| Blackfen Community Library, Blackfen Parade, Blackfen Road, Sidcup, DA15 9LU |
Term Time Only | 9.30am to 11am | Stay n Play for preschool-age children (age up to age 5 years) | Sessions are free. No need to book just come along and join in |
| Blackfen Community Library, Blackfen Parade, Blackfen Road, Sidcup, DA15 9LU |
Term Time Only | 11am to 11.30am | Sparkles Babies for parents with babies up to 12 months. (age: 0-12mths) | Sessions are free.No need to book just come along and join in |
Activities on Thursday
| Venue | Dates | Times | Activity | Booking Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Street CC, Chandlers Drive, Erith, DA8 1LW |
Ongoing | 9am to 4pm | Child Development Appointments - Health Visiting Team | By Appointment Only via your Health Visitor |
| Northumberland Heath CC, 141 Brook Street Erith, DA8 1JD |
Ongoing | 9.15am to 4pm | Breastfeeding Support Appointments (Health Visiting Team) | By Appointment Only via your Health Visitor Telephone number 0300 3305777 option 1 |
| Northumberland Heath CC, 141 Brook Street, Erith, DA8 1JD |
Ongoing | 10am to 11.30am | New Sensory Superstars - fun and interactive support group for parents/carers and babies/toddlers 0 to 18 months with additional needs | Sessions are free. No need to book just come along and join in |
| Danson CC, Brampton Road, Bexleyheath, DA7 4EZ |
Ongoing | 9am to 4pm | Child Development Appointments - Health Visiting Team | By Appointment Only via your Health Visitor |
| North Cray Children’s Centre, Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Davis Way, Sidcup, DA14 5JR |
Ongoing | 10am to 11.30am | Funtime Thursdays weekly group to support your baby’s and toddlers learning through interactive activities (age 0 to 36 months) | Sessions are free. No need to book just come along and join in |
| North Cray Children’s Centre, Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Davis Way, Sidcup, DA14 5JR |
Term Time Only | 1pm and 1.45pm | AW under 5’s football Cubs & Lions ages 2 to 4 years | For details, costs and bookings contact Alex 07771 747219, AW Football Coaching |
| Erith Library, 100 High Street, Erith, DA8 1SL |
Term Time only | 9.45am to 10.15am | Toddler Time Songs and rhymes for 0 to 3 years | Sessions are free. For more information please contact:020 8303 7777 (ask for libraries) |
| Welling Library, Bellegrove Road, Welling, DA16 3PA |
Term Time Only | 10am to 10.30am | Toddler Time Songs and rhymes for 0 to 3 years | Sessions are free. For more information please contact:020 8303 7777 (ask for libraries) |
| Bexley Village Community Library, Bourne Road, Bexley, DA5 1LU |
Term Time Only | 10am to 10.45am | Toddler Time (reading and singing) (age 0 to 4 years) | Sessions are free. These are volunteer led sessions |
| Blackfen Parade, Blackfen Road, Sidcup, DA15 9LU |
Term Time Only | 10am to 10.20am | What’s Next Linda? Song & Story Time.(age up to 5 years) | Sessions are free. No need to book just come along and join in |
Activities on Friday
| Venue | Dates | Times | Activity | Booking Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Street CC, Chandlers Drive, Erith, DA8 1LW |
Ongoing | 10am to 11.30am | Bouncing Babies Parent & Baby Group - For new parents with babies 0 to 12 months | Sessions are free - no need to book just come along and join us |
| Northumberland Heath CC, 141 Brook Street, Erith, DA8 1JD |
Term Time Only | 12.45pm to 1.45pm | Baby Yoga ages 0 to 12 months | For more details contact Jan Lawrence Karma Touch, for details, costs and to book contact Karm-a-touch 6-week course £33 |
| Northumberland Heath CC, 141 Brook Street, Erith, DA8 1JD |
Term Time Only | 2pm to 3pm | Touch of Sensory ages 0 to 24 months | For more details contact Jan Lawrence Karma Touch, for details, costs and to book contact Karm-a-touch 6-week course £33 |
| Danson CC, Brampton Road, Bexleyheath, DA7 4EZ |
Ongoing | 9am to 4pm | Child Development Appointments - Health Visiting Team | By appointment via your Health Visitor |
| Danson CC, Brampton Road, Bexleyheath, DA7 4EZ |
Ongoing | 9am to 4.30pm | Midwifery Appointments | By appointment via your Health Visitor |
| North End, Early Years Centre, 4 Lincoln Close, Erith, DA8 2EB |
Ongoing | 9am to 4pm | Child Development Appointments - Health Visiting Team | By appointment via your Health Visitor |
| Crayford Library, Townhall Square, Crayford, DA1 4FN |
Term Time Only | 9.45am to 10.15am | Toddler Time - songs and rhymes for 0 to 3 years | Sessions are free. For more information please contact 020 8303 7777 (ask for libraries) |
| Sidcup Library, Hadlow Road, Sidcup, DA14 4AQ |
Term Time Only | 10am to 10.30am | Toddler Time - songs and rhymes for 0 to 3 years | Sessions are free. For more information please contact 020 8303 7777 (ask for libraries) |
| Blackfen Community Library, Blackfen Parade, Blackfen Road, Sidcup, DA15 9LU |
Term Time Only | 10am to 10.20am | Lucy Library Song & Story Time ages up to 5 years | Sessions are free - no need to book just come along and join us |
Children's Centre sites
West Street Children’s Centre
Open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (Saturdays as advertised)
The Children’s Centre Team are based at:
174 Chandlers Drive
Erith
DA8 1LW
Map
Services on site:
- antenatal and postnatal appointments
- Health Visiting Developmental checks and drop-ins (see the timetable for information)
- Children’s Centre services include parent and baby groups, parenting and much more
Danson Children's Centre
Open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (Saturdays as advertised)
Brampton Road
Bexleyheath
DA7 4EZ
Map
Services on site:
- antenatal and postnatal appointments
- Health Visiting Developmental checks and drop-ins (see the timetable for information)
- Children’s Centre services include parent and baby groups, parenting and much more
- SALT (Speech and Language appointments)
- other services including Smoking Cessation and Solace (see the timetable for more information)
Normandy Children's Centre
| Day | Dates | Times | Activity | Booking Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | First Monday of every month | 1pm to 2.30pm | Little Listeners (Bexley Hearing Advice & Support Team) Structured activities to encourage good listening and language | Referred families only - booked via Bexley Hearing & Advice Support on 020 3045 5060 |
| Tuesday | Every Tuesday - Term Time Only | 9.30am to 11.30am | Portage - funtime for children with special needs aged 0 to 3 years | Referred families only - no session booking required. Contact the Portage team on 020 3045 4361 for details |
| Thursday | Call for session dates. Telephone 01322 334192 | 10.15am to 11.15am | Sensory Play for babies and children with special needs Calm session of activities, play, relaxation, singing and signing | £7.50 per block booking - must be booked and paid for in advance - contact Bexley SNAP |
| Thursday | Every Thursday - Term time Only | 10am to 11am and 11.30am to 12.30pm | Early Years for children aged 1 to 5 years with special needs. Art, craft, messy, sensory and outdoor play | £1.50 per session (advance booking required) - must be paid in advance, contact Bexley SNAP |
| Friday | Every Friday - Term time Only | 10am to 11am and 11.30am to 12.30pm | Early Years for children aged 1 to 5 years with special needs. Art, craft, messy, sensory and outdoor play | £1.50 per session (advance booking required) - must be paid in advance, contact Bexley SNAP |
North Cray Children's Centre
Open 9 to 5pm, Monday to Friday (see the timetable for CC sessions)
North Cray Neighbourhood Centre
Bedens Road
Sidcup
DA14 5JQ
Map
Northumberland Heath Children’s Centre
Open 9 to 5pm, Monday to Friday (Saturdays as advertised)
141 Brook Street
Erith
DA8 1JD
Map
Services on site:
- antenatal and postnatal appointments
- Health Visiting Developmental checks and drop-ins (see the timetable for information)
- Children’s Centre services include parent and baby groups, parenting and much more
Bexley Community Activities
Monday - Friday
| Day | Venue | Dates & Times | Activity | Booking Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Slade Green & Howbury Community Centre, Chrome Road, Erith, DA8 2EL |
Term Time Only 9.30am to 11.30am and 12.15pm to 2.15pm |
Howbury Tumblers Toddler Group (age 0 to 5 years) | For more details, costs and booking contact Carole on 07759 908424 or email howburytumblers@gmail.com |
| Monday | St Peters Church Hall, Pickford Lane, Bexleyheath, DA7 4RW |
Term Time Only 1pm to 2.30pm |
Little Fishes Parent & Toddler Group (age up to 5 years) | For more details contact Catherine 020 8303 8713 Pre-book on Eventbrite £1 per child |
| Monday | St Paulinus Church, Manor Road, Crayford, DA1 4RW |
Term Time Only 9.15am to 11am | Parent & Toddler Group (age up to 5 years) | Drop in and join the group. Meet at the church for singing followed by playtime in the hall £1 per child |
| Tuesday | The Bedonwell Centre, Bedonwell Road, DA17 5PF |
Term Time Only 9.30am to 10am |
Sign to Songs 6-week course | For more details and booking contact Jan Lawrence. Karm-a-touch £33 for 6-week course. |
| Tuesday | Slade Green & Howbury Community Centre, Slade Green, DA8 2EL |
Term Time Only 9.30am to 11.30am 12.15pm to 2.15pm |
Howbury Tumblers Toddler Group (age 0 to 5yrs) | For more details, costs and booking contact Carole on 07759 908424 or email howburytumblers@gmail.com |
| Tuesday | Belvedere Community Centre, Mitchell Close, Belvedere, DA17 6AA |
Term Time Only 10am to 12 midday |
Parent & Tots Free soft play session | No need to book, just come along and join in |
| Tuesday | Belvedere Community Centre, Mitchell Close, Belvedere, DA17 6AA |
12 midday to 1pm | Parent & Child lunch | No need to book, just come along - £1 for adult and 50p per child |
| Wednesday | The Bedonwell Centre, Bedonwell Road, DA17 5PF |
Term time only 9.30am to 10.30am |
Play & Stay Drop-in, pay on day (age 2 to 5 years) | For more details contact Jan Lawrence. Karm-a-touch drop in, pay on day £4.50 per child |
| Wednesday | Crayford Baptiste Church, Bexley Lane, Crayford, DA1 4DD |
Term Time Only 9.15am to 11am | Toddler Time (age up to 5 years) | Sessions are free - For more information contact Andy Masters 07514 251582 |
| Wednesday | New Hope Community Church, Lyndhurst Road, Barnehurst, DA7 6DL |
Term Time Only 9.30am to 11.15am | Parent & Toddler Group (age up to 5 years) | For more information contact John Masheder 07462 877202 Drop in and join the group - Fee £3 |
| Wednesday | Slade Green & Howbury Community Centre, Chrome Road, Erith, DA8 2EL |
Term Time Only 9.30am to 11.30am and 12.15pm to 2.15pm |
Howbury Tumblers Toddler Group (age 0 to 5 years) | For more details, costs and booking contact Carole on 07759 908424 or email howburytumblers@gmail.com |
| Wednesday | Belvedere Community Centre, Mitchell Close, Belvedere, DA17 6AA |
Term Time Only 9.30am to 10.15am |
AW Under 5’s Football Cubs & Lions (age 2 to 4 years) | For details, costs and bookings contact 07771 747219 AW Football Coaching |
| Wednesday | Trinity Baptist Church, Broadway, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AY |
Term Time Only 10am to 11.30am |
Trinity Tots Playgroup - for children of preschool age and their parents/carers | For more details and bookings contact Trinity Bexleyheath £2.00 per child |
| Thursday | Christ Church, Main Road, Sidcup, DA14 6NJ |
Term Time Only 10.30am to 12 midday | Bumps & Babies - for expectant mums and parents with babies aged up to 12 months | For more details or to book contact Caroline 07703 674571 |
| Thursday | Slade Green & Howbury Community Centre, Chrome Road, Erith, DA8 2EL |
Term Time Only 9.30am to 11.30am and 12.15pm to 2.15pm |
Howbury Tumblers Toddler Group (age 0 to 5 years) | For more details, costs and booking contact Carole on 07759 908424 or email howburytumblers@gmail.com |
| Thursday | Belvedere Community Centre, Mitchell Close, Belvedere, DA17 6AA |
Term Time Only 11am to 11.45am |
Toddler Fitness & Football Fun with GT Sports (age 2 to 5 years) | For details, costs and booking contact GT Sports 07816 537127 email info@gtcentreofsport.com |
| Thursday | St Augustine’s Church, Slade Green Road, DA8 2HX |
Term Time Only 9.30am to 11am |
Toddler Church - Stories, songs, crafts & play (age 0 to 5 years) | Sessions are Free. For details and bookings contact Sam on 07840 201817 email cfpioneer@outlook.com |
| Thursday | St Peters Church Hall, Pickford Lane, Bexleyheath, DA7 4RW |
Term Time Only 1pm to 2.30pm |
Little Fishes Parent & Toddler Group (age up to 5 years) | For more details contact Catherine 020 8303 8713 Pre-book on Eventbrite £1 per child |
| Friday | St John Fisher Church, Thanet Road, Bexley, DA5 1AP |
Term time Only 9.30am and 10.15am |
AW Under 5’s Football Cubs & Lions (age 2 to 4 years) | For details, costs and bookings contact: 07771 747219 AW Football Coaching or Class4kids |
| Friday | Slade Green & Howbury Community Centre, Chrome Road, Erith, DA8 2EL |
Term Time Only 9.30 to 11.30am and 12.15pm to 2.15pm |
Howbury Tumblers Toddler Group (age 0 to 5 years) | For more details, costs and booking contact Carole on 07759 908424 or email howburytumblers@gmail.com |
| Friday | Albany Park Baptist Park, Stansted Crescent, Bexley, DA5 3JB | Term Time Only 9.20am to 9.50am |
Tots in Sport - 6 week course (age 18 months to 30 months) | For more details, to book a trial session or to book the full course. Visit Tots in Sport |
| Friday | Albany Park Baptist Park, Stansted Crescent, Bexley, DA5 3JB | Term Time Only 9.55am to 10.25am | Tots in Sport - 6 week course (age 31 months to 5 years) | For more details, to book a trial session or to book the full course. Visit Tots in Sport |
Other venues delivering Children's Centre activities
Play opportunities and parent and toddler groups are available from venues across the Borough delivered by a mixture of faith groups, private and voluntary sector groups and some charities.
If you are a provider and would like to advertise your services on our web page, then please contact the Children's Centre Team at childrenscentres@bexley.gov.uk
Children’s Centre staff will be available at: (please see the timetable for details)
Church of the Cross
Lensbury Way
Thamesmead
London SE2 9UE
Map
Belvedere Community Centre
Mitchell Close
Belvedere
DA17 6AA
Map
Emmanuel Church
St Catherines Road
Off Yarnton Way
DA18 4DS
Map
Upper Belvedere Community Library
Woolwich Road
Upper Belvedere
DA17 5EQ
Map
North Heath Community Library
Mill Road
Erith
DA8 1HW
Map
Thamesmead Library
Binsey Walk
Thamesmead
SE2 9TR
Map
Christchurch Hall
Victoria Road
Erith
DA8 3AN
Map
Danson Youth Trust
Danson Youth Centre
Brampton Road
Bexleyheath
DA7 4EZ
Email dansonyc@btconnect.com
Telephone 020 8303 6052
Danson Youth Trust website
Map
Erith Library
100 Erith High Street
Erith
DA8 1SL
Map
Erith Leisure Centre
Avenue Road
Erith
DA8 3AT
Map
Howbury and Slade Green Community Centre
Chrome Road
Slade Green
DA8 2EL
Map
Support for families with disabled children and children with special needs aged 1 to 5 years
Bexley SNAP
Bexley Snap offer disabled children and young people an exciting and varied programme of clubs to provide parents and carers support, guidance, and regular breaks from their caring responsibilities.
Bexley SNAP
Normandy SEND Hub
Fairford Avenue
Barnehurst
DA7 6QP
Map
Email admin@bexleysnap.org.uk
Telephone 01322 334192
Website www.bexleysnap.org.uk
Facebook
Bexley SNAP monthly activities
| Day | Dates | Times | Activity | Booking Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | First Monday of every month | 1pm to 2.30pm | Little Listeners (Bexley Hearing Advice & Support Team) Structured activities to encourage good listening and language | Referred families only - booked via Bexley Hearing & Advice Support on 0203 045 5060 |
| Tuesday | Every Tuesday - term time Only | 9.30 to 11.30am | Portage - funtime for children with special needs aged 0 to 3 years | Referred families only - no session booking required. Contact the Portage team on 0203 045 4361 for details |
| Thursday | Call for session dates. Tel: 01322 334192 | 10.15am to 11.15am | Sensory Play For babies & children with special needs Calm session of activities, play, relaxation, singing and signing. | £7.50 per block booking - must be booked and paid for in advance - contact Bexley SNAP |
| Thursday | Every Thursday - term time Only | 10am to 11am and 11.30am to 12.30pm | Early Years for children aged 1 to 5 years with special needs. Art, craft, messy, sensory and outdoor play | £1.50 per session (advance booking required) - must be paid in advance, contact Bexley SNAP |
| Friday | Every Friday - term time only | 10am to 11am and 11.30am to 12.30pm | Early Years for children aged 1 to 5 years with special needs. Art, craft, messy, sensory and outdoor play | £1.50 per session (advance booking required) - must be paid in advance, contact Bexley SNAP |
Support for parents
Bexley Citizens Advice Bureau
Bexley CAB provides free independent, confidential and impartial advice to all residents in the borough on their rights and responsibilities.
Bexley SNAP
Bexley Snap offer disabled children and young people aged between 1 year to 25 years an exciting and varied programme of clubs to provide parents and carers support, guidance, and regular breaks from their caring responsibilities.
Bexley Voice
Bexley Voice is a voluntary organisation of parents and carers of children and young people (age 0 to 25) with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) living in the London Borough of Bexley.
They provide an opportunity for parents and carers to express their views and input into the planning and delivery of SEND services.
Netmums
Parenting website offering local information, expert parenting advice, chat, competitions, recipes and friendly support.
Get involved
Parents Forum
Are you an expectant parent/carer or have a child under the age of 5 living in Bexley?
Would you like to contribute to support Children’s Centres in Bexley?
We are looking to gather information and feedback from users of Children’s Centre services. We will do this through our new Parents Forum.
Meetings are informal and run four times a year usually alongside a children’s centre activity. It’s a great opportunity to meet other parents/carers have a cup of tea and a chat and contribute to the ongoing service delivery within our Children’s Centres.
If you would like to be part of the Parents Forum please discuss with a member of the Children's Centre Team or contact us on childrenscentres@bexley.go.uk or telephone 020 3045 5480.
Related information
Children’s Public Health
Children, young people and families
Bromley Healthcare delivers the 0 to 19 Children’s Public Health Service. Oxleas Services - Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust will continue to provide specialist services for children in the borough.
The Bexley 0 to 19 Children’s Public Health Service supports parents and carers to give their babies, children and young people the best possible start in life.
Health Visitors work with children aged 0 to four years.
Parents Guide to learning and development
Find out more about how your child is learning and developing during their first five years, in relation to the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage).
Children develop more rapidly during the first five years of their lives than at any other time. This booklet has been written to help you as a parent know what to expect during these vitally important years by focusing on the seven areas of learning and development which are covered in the EYFS.
Bexley Family Wellbeing Service
The Family Wellbeing Service offer an intensive, short term and consent-based support to Bexley families and children/young people. The early help offer of effective support Level 3 is for families who suffer with parental mental health, parental substance misuse, parental domestic abuse, low-level neglect and children/young people who are at risk of permanent exclusion from education.
Bexley SHIELD (Safeguarding Partnership for Children and Young People) - Effective Support
Worried about a child
Reporting concerns about a child
If you’re worried that anyone under the age of 18 might need help, or is being neglected or hurt, you must tell someone.
If you’re a concerned member of the public, you can:
- call Children’s Services at the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) on 020 3045 5440 and speak to a social worker. If you’re worried you’ll be put in a difficult position, you can speak to them anonymously. The opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
- if it’s out of hours, call 020 8303 7777 or 020 8303 7171
- drop in and see us at Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath DA6 7AT