Picton Children's Centre
We provide free weekly fun activities for parents, carers and their children and support and advice for families and expectant parents.
If you've never used a children's centre before you'll need to register your details before accessing services. Complete your registration online or visit your nearest children's centre to register.
Find us
139 Earle Road, L7 6HD
Contact us
- 0151 233 1200
- pictoncc@liverpool.gov.uk
This centre is maintained by St Hugh's School.
Chatham Nursery provides full and part time places at the centre.
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Activity timetable
All sessions are term time only and must be booked unless otherwise stated.
Our autumn timetable runs from Monday 16th September to Friday 13th December 2024.
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Baby Yoga
Picton CC
Sessions for babies aged 6 weeks to 10 months - a great bonding experience for parents and their babies.
Monday 9.30am — 10.15am
Drop-in
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Rhythm and Rhyme
Picton CC
Weekly musical sessions for children aged 0-4 years.
Monday and Friday 11am — 11.45am
Drop-in
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All About Baby
Picton CC
12 week course for parents with babies 0-12 months to enjoy stimulating and age appropriate activities.
Monday 1.30pm — 2.30pm, starts 16th September.
Book
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Stay and Play
Picton CC
Early learning and development sessions for children aged 0 to 4 years.
Tuesday 9.30am — 10.30am.
Drop-in
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Tiny Tasters
Picton CC
A 6 week course with interactive sessions for parents and their child aged 2-4. Focuses on healthy eating, food preparation, cookery and much more.
Tuesday 11am — 12pm, starts 17th September.
Book
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Introducing Solids
Picton CC
A practical session with lots of useful tips about how to successfully wean your baby.
Tuesday 11am — 12.30pm (5th November and 3rd December)
Book
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Welcome to Play
Picton CC
6 weekly sessions to introduce the importance of play and encourage parents and carers to take part in playful activities to support your child's learning.
Tuesday 1pm — 3pm. Sessions on:
- 17th and 24th September
- 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd October
Drop-in
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Alexander Rose Fruit and Veg Scheme
Picton CC
If you get Healthy Start vouchers you may be eligible. Please call reception for more information.
Wednesday 8.30am — 9.30am
Book
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Early Communication Group
Picton CC
A 6-week course that helps with development of speech and language. Places offered by invitation only by SEN worker.
Tuesday 9.30am — 10.30am, starts 6th November.
Friday 1pm — 2pm, starts 20th September.
Invite only
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Helping your child with maths
Picton CC
A 6 week course to help you to help your child with their homework. Delivered by Liverpool Adult Learning Service.
Wednesday 9.30am — 11.30am, starts 18th September.
Book
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Busy Tots
Picton CC
For children aged 0-4 with sensory processing difficulties or those with listening and attention difficulties.
Wednesday 1pm — 2pm. Next sessions:
- 25th September
- 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd October
Invite or Book
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Development Matters
Picton CC
Do you have concerns about your child's development? Come and have a chat with our Special Educational Needs worker.
Wednesday 1pm — 2.30pm. Next session 18th September.
Drop in
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SWAN Support with Additional Needs
Picton CC
A support group for families of children with additional needs.
Wednesday 1pm — 2.30pm. Next session 13th November.
Invitation only.
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Baby weighing clinic
Picton CC
Clinic delivered by Health Visiting team. By appointment only. For babies aged 6 weeks to 12 months only.
Thursday 9.30am — 11.30am
By appointment only - ring 0151 233 1200 to book your slot.
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Learn and Play
Picton CC
For children aged 1-2 years. Session to support children's development through play using activities from the Wellcomm Book.
Thursday 1pm — 1.45pm. Two 2-week sessions:
- 3rd and 10th October
- 7th and 14th November
Drop-in
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Time to Sign
Picton CC
For children aged 0-4 years and their parents. Have fun, play and laugh while learning British Sign Language.
Friday 9.15am — 10am
Drop-in
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Baby Massage
Picton CC
A 5-week course for babies who are not yet crawling. Massage oils provided - just bring a towel.
Friday 10.30am — 11.30am, starts 8th November.
Book
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Slow Cooker Class
Picton CC
Adults only cookery course. Have fun learning to cook healthy one pot recipes. Free slow cooker for each family at the end.
Friday 10.30am — 11.30am, starts 20th September.
Book
Other services at this centre
- Breastfeeding support and advice – if you need support or advice please ring 233 1200.
- Healthy Start vitamins and drops - you can redeem your Healthy Start vitamin vouchers at our reception desk. We can also provide a Healthy Start application form for anyone who may be eligible to apply.
- Lending Library - includes a wide range of quality books including dual language books for your child to borrow and take home, for FREE for up to one week. Enjoy sharing books together.
- Reading Pledge - sign up and receive your FREE pack. This entitles your family to borrow reading resources for up to one week, which are specifically put together for your child’s age and stage of development.
- Smoke Free Liverpool - if you would like support to stop smoking please speak to a member of staff who can refer you.
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities - if you need advice or support about your child’s development, behaviour, sleep pattern or any speech and language issues please contact Irene.
- Volunteering opportunities - we can offer parents valuable work experience within our centre. For more information please ring 233 1200.