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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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.
- Monday (fortnightly starting 15th January) 9.30am — 11am
Drop in
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Baby Massage
Various locations
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 10am — 11am at Stoneycroft CC.
- Monday 1pm — 2pm at Dovecot Primary School, Grant Road, L14 0LH
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.
Monday — various times.
Contact us for more details and to book.
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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
Contact us to book.
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Introducing Solid Food
Various locations
Provides information on introducing solid foods to your baby. Session includes nutritious meal ideas.
- Monday (monthly) 10am — 11am at Dovecot Primary School, L14 0LH
- Monday (monthly) 1pm — 2pm at Stoneycroft CC
Sessions on 5th Feb, 11th March and 22nd March.
Contact us to book.
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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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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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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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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.
- Tuesday 9.30am — 10.15pm at Sir Ken Dodd's Happiness Hall, L14 5NR.
- Wednesday 9.30am — 10.15 am at Stoneycroft CC.
- Wednesday 10.30am — 11.15am at Stoneycroft CC.
Contact us to book.
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Baby Group
Sir Ken Dodd's Happiness Hall, L14 5NR
Group for parents and babies under 18 months. Meet other new parents and babies.
- Tuesday 1.30pm — 2.30pm
Drop in
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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 9th January.
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:
- 23rd and 30th January
- 20th and 27th February
- 19th and 26th March
Contact us to book.
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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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Nurture Programme
Stoneycroft CC
A 10-week course promoting positive and nurturing relationships in your family.
Thursday 1pm — 3pm
Starts 22nd February.
Contact us to book.
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Healthy Families
Stoneycroft CC
A programme to support you and your family to make small achievable lifestyle changes which will have a positive impact on your family's health and wellbeing.
Thursday 9.30am — 11.30am
Start date to be confirmed.
Contact us to book.
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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. Come along and make some healthy recipes then get them moving and grooving, exploring movement and music.
Friday 1pm — 3pm
Starts 23rd February.
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.