Day | Time | Activity |
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Monday | 9.30am to 11.30am | NHS Speech Therapy Early Advice For parents/carers concerned about their child's language or speech development. Ready S.T.E.A.D.I Chat is held fortnightly all year with a Speech Therapist. For children up to school age. Book an appointment direct by calling 01202 443200 or email dhc.slt.queries@nhs.net. |
Tuesday | 10am to 11.30am | Learning Together for 0 to 5's A play-based group focusing on social interaction and school readiness, including language and speech development. Booking essential. |
Wednesday | 10am to 11.30am | Buggy Walk Walk and talk in our beautiful countryside with other parents. Homestart support worker available. Meet at Station Court car park DT11 7QN. Drop in. |
Wednesday | 10am to 11:30am | Baby Massage for 0 to 1's non movers If you’re struggling to bond with your baby, had a difficult birth or have post natal depression, Baby Massage can help to strengthen the bond. Booking essential. |
Wednesday | Session 1: 12.30pm Session 2: 1.30pm Session 3: 2.30pm |
Sensory Tent hire for 0 to 8's who have Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) |
Thursday | 10am to 11:30am | Baby and Me A baby’s first year is full of adventures and challenges. Meet other parents and babies and over 6 weeks, learn practical ideas to support you and your baby to feel confident. Booking essential. |
Contact us
Some dates may change at short notice so please check before attending. Most groups are drop ins. Where places need to be booked in advance please email us.
Blandford Children's Centre
Email: northchildrenscentres@dorsetcouncil.gov.ukTel: 01258 474036
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Foodbanks in the North Dorset area
Find foodbanks on our Family Information Directory in:
You can find an up to date list of foodbanks on the Help and Kindness website.
Contacts
If you're worried about the immediate safety of a child or young person contact us:
Family Support and Advice Line
Name: Single point of contact for safeguarding concernsTel: 01305 228558
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North Dorset locality
Email: northlocality@dorsetcouncil.gov.ukTel: 01258474036
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Blandford Nursery
Email: northdorsetnurseries@dorsetcouncil.gov.ukTel: 01258 457856
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