Stoneycroft and Knotty Ash 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
38 Scotia Road, Stoneycroft, L13 6QJ
Contact us
- 0151 233 4770
- stoneycroftcc@liverpool.gov.uk
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Activity timetable
All sessions are term time only and take place at Stoneycroft CC, unless otherwise stated. Call 233 4770 to book an activity, unless alternative booking details are provided.
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Early Communication
Various locations
A language enrichment group for children aged 2-3 years. Please speak to your health visitor to be referred or contact the centre to discuss your concerns.
Monday 9.30am — 10.15am and 10.30am — 11.15am at Stoneycroft CC
Tuesday 9.30am — 10.15am at Sir Ken Dodd's Happiness Hall, L14 5NR
Contact us to book. Invitation only.
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Story Time
Old Swan Library, L13 5XG
Encouraging speech and language development through informal sessions of songs, rhymes, stories and crafts.
Monday 10.30am — 11.30am
Drop in.
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Joseph Lappin Food Union
Mill Lane, Old Swan
A community centre with food club for people in the Liverpool 13 area who need support. 10 items for £3.50. Contact them for further information and eligibility on 0151 222 3507.
Monday 12pm — 2pm
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Baby Massage
Stoneycroft CC
A 4-week programme to discover how to massage your baby which supports bonding and also baby's emotional and physical development. Suitable for age 6 weeks plus.
Monday 1pm — 2pm at Stoneycroft CC
Wednesday 9.30am — 10.30am at Sir Ken Dodd's Happiness Hall, L14 5NR
Contact us to book.
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Stay and Play PEEP
Various locations
A wide range of fun and stimulating activities for children under 5 years.
- Monday 1.30pm — 2.30pm at Holy Spirit Church Hall, L14 2EH
- Wednesday 1.30pm — 2.30pm at Stoneycroft CC
Drop in.
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Big Help Project
Community Shop, Dovecot Place, L14 9PH
Community shop where you can buy 10 items for £3.50.
Monday 11am — 12.30am
Drop in.
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Introducing Solid Food
Stoneycroft CC
Provides information on introducing solid foods to your baby. Session includes nutritious meal ideas.
Monday (monthly) 10am — 11am or 1pm — 2pm
Next session 17th June.
Contact us to book.
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All about baby PEEP
Stoneycroft CC
A group for parents and babies under 1 year. Meet other parents and babies. Stimulating, age-appropriate activities and resources every week.
Tuesday 10.30am — 11.30am
Drop in.
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Baby Yoga
Sir Ken Dodd's Happiness Hall, L14 5NR
Suitable for babies aged 3-8 months to move their bodies in stretches and holds that can help posture, circulation and development.
Tuesday 1.30pm — 2.30pm
Contact us to book.
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Welcome to Play
Stoneycroft CC
A 6-week course designed to show the importance of play
Tuesday 1pm — 2.30pm starts 16th April.
Contact us to book.
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Antenatal Parent Education
Stoneycroft CC
Sessions for expectant parents to learn about safe sleeping, baby development, feeding and more.
Tuesday 3pm — 4.30pm:
- 21st and 28th May
- 18th and 25th June
Contact us to book.
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SWAN Group Support with additional needs
Stoneycroft CC
If you have a child with additional needs, come along to a safe and stimulating environment. Parents and carers receive guidance from our experienced team and other specialist agencies. Your children can enjoy activities and meet new friends.
Wednesday (fortnightly starting 17th April) 9.30am — 11am
Drop in
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Rhyme Time
Dovecot Multi Activity Centre, Back Dovecot Place, L14 9BA
Come along and join in with the fun, songs and rhymes to encourage your child's speech, language and development.
Wednesday 10.30am — 11.30am
Contact us to book.
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Development Matters
Stoneycroft CC
Support for any development concerns you may have about your child and a chance to chat with our SEND link worker.
Wednesday — various times.
Contact us for more details and to book.
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Baby Connect
Stoneycroft CC
A 6 week course for parents/carers of babies 0-12 months. Each session covers a different theme which you can use to make a memory book of high points in your baby's life.
- Thursday 10am — 11.30am starting 25th April
Contact us to book.
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Nurture Programme
Stoneycroft CC
A 10-week course promoting positive and nurturing relationships in your family. Limited creche places available.
Thursday 1pm — 3pm
Contact us to book.
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Food Bank
All Saints, Stoneycroft, L13 5SH
Emergency food supplies.
Thursday 9am — 12pm
Contact us for information/vouchers.
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BAMBIS Stay and Play
Stoneycroft CC
Opportunity to chat about breastfeeding. Guidance offered and a chance to meet other breastfeeding parents.
Friday 10am — 11.30am
Drop in.
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Tiny Tasters and Mighty Movers
Stoneycroft CC
An accredited course for children aged 18 months to 5 years. Aimed to promote healthy eating and physical activity. Come along and make some healthy recipes then get them moving and grooving, exploring movement and music.
Friday 1.30pm — 3pm starts 19th April
Contact us to book.
Other services at this centre
Family support
Staff offer support and advice on a wide range of issues including parenting, relationships, housing, attending appointments, child development and much more. Contact the Centre to find out how we can support your family.
Liverpool ESF Ways to Work programme
Looking to return or start work? Want to know more about 30 hours free childcare funding? We can help with free training and advice. Contact the centre for more information.
Domestic Abuse
Support available for victims of domestic abuse. Contact the centre for more information.
Home visits
Can’t get to the centre, don’t worry. If you live in the Stoneycroft or Knotty Ash area we can call out and meet you and your family at home. Contact the centre for more information.
SEND
Support for children with speech and language difficulties as well as support for children with special/additional needs.
Free Sensory Room
Phone the Centre to book a slot in our sensory room to relax and stimulate your child’s senses. Coming Soon.
Early Help
Early intervention support for families.
Are you pregnant?
If you're expecting a baby and would like to be shown around our centre or book onto our ante-natal sessions, contact the centre for an appointment with our health promotion workers.
We also offer one to one support for pregnant teenagers and teenage parents.