Story Explorers
Wednesday 23 April 2025 at 10:00AM
Wallington Best Start Family Hub - Phoenix Site
Event Description
When parents engage with their child’s reading journey, the benefits multiply. Reading together strengthens the parent-child bond, creating special moments of connection and shared joy. Parents can support their child's learning by asking questions, discussing the story, and exploring ideas together, which encourages critical thinking and language skills. This engagement also shows children that reading is enjoyable and valuable, setting them on a lifelong path of curiosity and learning. Book your place today and let the adventure begin!
Our Children's Centre services are restricted to those living in the London Borough of Sutton only. Our sessions are very popular and we want to prioritise those living in the borough. If you are unsure what your local area offers please do not hesitate to contact us and we will signpost you to your nearest service.
When
10:00AM - 11:00AM
Wednesday 23 April 2025
Where
Wallington Best Start Family Hub - Phoenix Site
Mollison Drive
Wallington SM6 9NZ
United Kingdom
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Notes & Requirements
Suitable for children aged 2-5 years. Babies in arms with siblings are welcome!
Booking is essential – please ensure you reserve your place in advance.
This is a 5-week course, and booking covers the entire series, so you only need to book once!
Children’s Centre Registration :
If this is your first time attending the session and you have not registered with our Children's Centres before, please click on the link below, to fill out our registration form.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTkwT_X-O9kHnMREh7qpAXg2_cJP-yibehmWoxeAFeHQgiVg/viewform
Mobile phones:
Let's keep phones on silent, and use them only for emergencies. We'd love for you to spend this time connecting with your children. Also, no photos or videos during the session, please.
If you need to contact us for any reason:
Email: wallingtonhub@sutton.gov.uk
Tel: 020 8770 5910
Bookings
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