For information about the Ascot district National Childbirth Trust, e-mail  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  The group has meetings at he CMI in Sunningdale on a Monday morning, as well as an annual social event, a breastfeeding cafe on a Thursday afternoon in St.Michael's Church Hall, Sunninghill and many other events, offering advice and support, for parents with babies, toddler s and pre-school children.

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Imaginative, playful dance for babies, toddlers and young children.

Blossom Ballet and its syllabi were created and carefully designed by pre-school professionals specifically for babies, toddlers and young children. Blossom Ballet offers a new way to learn through exciting movement classes derived from imaginative play providing a sound foundation for dance, education and social needs. Inspirational pictures, props and instruments are used but most importantly, Blossom Ballet is about having lots of fun and making new friends.

Saturday afternoons at Charters Comprehensive School / Leisure Centre,

3:00 - 3:30 Seeds and Saplings (18-36 months)
3:35 - 4:15 Buds (3-4 years)
4:20 - 5:10 Blossom (4-5 years) ISTD Pre-Primary Ballet and Tap
To give your child the opportunity to experience the magic of Blossom Ballet, for a full list of classes or to arrange a FREE taster class please contact Miss Lucy on 07813084283 or by email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Please visit www.blossomballet.com for more information. 

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South Ascot Baby & Toddler Group meets every Wednesday morning (term time) from 9.15-11.30am in All Souls Church Hall, Church Road, South Ascot. All carers welcome - parents and childminders. Dedicated baby area,  book corner, a craft activity every week,  a ride on toy zone and songs. Come and join in the fun and friendly chat.Contact Karen Gilbert on 01344 890261 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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A  Bookstart Rhymetimes for babies from birth onwards, runs at ,Ascot Durning Library, on Wednesdays at 2.15pm. This fun 30 minute session is for under 3's and features rhymes and songs to share.  You will also be able to pick up your free Bookstart pack and talk to our children’s specialist about reading books with your child. These sessions are free and  held every 4 weeks,  there is no need to book, just turn up and join in the fun.Call Ascot Durning Library on 01344 630140 or go to for more details.

Charters Leisure Centre, Charters Road, Sunningdale, runs exciting, Cheeky Charlies  birthday parties for children. Mention AscotMatters and you might get a discount! Call 01344 628686 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Calling all Ascot childminders, old and new! You will be very welcome to join the toddler group for childminders which meets at the, North Ascot Community Centre, Fernbank Road, North Ascot,  9.30am -11.30am on Wednesday and Thursdays. Activities include a babies matters game, ride on toys and art and craft. For more information, contact Lucy on 01344 882125.

Holy Trinity Church (Church Road, Sunningdale) runs a creche for the under 3s, during the morning service, in the Church, at 11am. There is also Bubbles for the 4 -5 year-olds, where the children sing, dance, read a Bible story and make exciting craft. For more information call James Gwyn- Thomas on 07988 66 36 70.

The Coronation Memorial Institute (CMI) on Church Road, Sunningdale (located opposite the Church)  SL5 0NJ, hosts a very wide range of community activities, including Mums and Toddler groups and toddler groups.

To see the new January to March timetable for toddlers activites CLICK HERE

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Coworth-Flexlands’ Nursery and Foundation Stage has been ranked “outstanding” – the top grade – by Ofsted following its recent inspection.  The Early Years department underwent a rigorous school Ofsted inspection and was judged on a range of categories. These categories included overall effectiveness of the school, achievement and standards, quality of provision, teaching and learning, curriculum and other activities, guidance and support, organisation, leadership and management.  The verdict in each case was “outstanding.” The report found that the children at Coworth-Flexlands “relish their school day.  They are relaxed, happy and demonstrate an excellent attitude towards learning.”The School’s Head of Pre-Pre, Sue Nelson, said, “I am thrilled that the hard work and dedication of the teachers and support staff has been recognised. If you need any further details, please contact 01276 855707 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The Fernbank Road Parent and Toddler Group meets at the North Ascot Community Centre in Fernbank Road, on Fridays from 10 -11.30am, term time only. Entry costs £1.30 for a carer and one child.

First Steps, the service for little ones, suitable for children from new born babies to pre school age, and their parents or carers, is now on the third Friday of each month at St. Martin's Church, Church Road, Chavey Down, from 10-11.30am . On January 21st  2011, the theme will be Three Kings. For more information visit www.winkfieldandcranbourne.org.uk

The new Forest Care Day Nursery is at Heatherwood Hopsital and can be contacted on 01344 877533.

 GEMS  meets  weekly at Holy Trinity Church, Church Road, Sunningdale, on Wednesdays, offering a simple service for pre-school children , their parents and carers, from 2-3pm. Visit 

Holy Trinity Church , Church Road, Sunningdale runs Bubbles, a fun group for the four to five year olds , during the 11am Sunday morning service. There is a creche for the under threes. Bubbles offers singing, dancing, reading bible stories, and exciting craft. For more information contact James Gwyn- Thomas on 07988 66 36 70.

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La Petite Ecole - Fun French for 3-5 year olds, Fridays 12.30-1.30pm at South Ascot Church Hall, Church Road, South Ascot. Fun French for 5-11 year olds, Mondays at CMI Building, Church Road, Sunningdale.
Learning through craft, song, and art. For more information, please call Bev Worthington on 01344 624563 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Mums and Tots Workshop  (Tiny Tots and Toddlers) is based in Chapmans Yard off Sunninghill High Street. For full details visit www.mumsandtots.co.uk

Music Explorers for three to five year olds, run 40 minute sessions on Mondays from 1.30pm at the Martins Heron and Warren Community Centre, near Ascot. For more information, call 01344 890234

Music With Mummy, a lively approach to music, for 0 -3 year olds is at the CMI, Church Road, Sunningdale, 9.30am - 12.30pm on Mondays and Wednesdays. Call Caroline on  01753 850772

The North Ascot Toddler Group meets on Monday and Wednesday, from 10am -11.30am, at King Edward's Hall, King Edward's Road, North Ascot. Activities include climbing frame, new toys, books and professionally made tea. new members very welcome. Contact Lucy on 01344 882125 .