Welcome to Abingdon Carousel! Weβre a vibrant community hub with a focus on families with children aged 0-5.
Join us for a variety of fun and engaging activities, from creative play sessions and storytime to family-friendly events and support groups.
Our warm and friendly space is perfect for little ones to learn, explore, and make new friends, while parents can connect and find support. Come and be a part of our lively community β we can’t wait to welcome you and your family!
Our weekly drop-in sessions run TERM TIME only as follows:
| DAY & TIME: | SESSION: | SUITABLE FOR: |
|---|---|---|
| Mondays – 9.30am to 11am | Bumps and Babies | Pregnant women & non-movers |
| Monday – 12.45pm to 2pm* | Sensory Play for Babies* | Non-movers* |
| Tuesdays – 9.30am to 11am | Stay and Play | 0-4 years old |
| Tuesdays – 1pm to 2.30pm | Crawlers and Explorers | Moving babies, non-confident walkers |
| Thursdays – 9.30am to 11am | Stay and Play | 0-4 years old |
| Fridays – 9.30am to 11am | Stay and Play | 0-4 years old |
| Saturdays – 9.30am to 11.45am* | S-Club: Breakfast and activities* | Families with children aged 0 to 10* |
| Saturdays (Monthly) – 1.30pm to 3.30pm* | SEND Play Session* | 0-19 years old* |
The Centre will be closed tomorrow Tuesday 3rd Feb due to staffing issues.
That means the 0-4 Stay and Play session in the morning and Crawlers and Explorers in the afternoon are cancelled.
We should be back in full form to welcome you on Thursday 5th for the rest of the week's sessions. ... See MoreSee Less
π Join our SEND Play Session this week-end π
Weβre delighted to be hosting another SEND Play Session at Abingdon Carousel Family Centre this Saturday 31st January, 1β3pm.
β¨ A calm, friendly play session for families with children and young people (up to age 19) who have special educational needs or disabilities
β¨ Free to attend (with a suggested Β£2 donation to help cover refreshments)
β¨ Siblings are very welcome
π Advance booking is required so we can ensure a comfortable and supportive space for everyone.
π Reserve your place here: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/BhKPuHiPip
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π Weβre hiring a Saturday Support Playworker! π
Do you enjoy working with children and families in a relaxed, welcoming environment? Our much-loved Saturday Club at Abingdon Carousel is looking for a Support Playworker to join the team.
π Saturdays: 8.30β12.30
β± 4 hours a week, 45 weeks a year
πΆ Supporting play sessions for children aged 0β10 and their families
π South Abingdon (OX14 5GZ)
This is a great opportunity for someone looking for rewarding, part-time work that makes a real difference. Training in safeguarding, food hygiene and paediatric first aid can be provided.
π§ For an informal chat, to arrange a visit or to request an application pack, please email office@abingdoncarousel.org.uk
π Please share to help us reach the right person!
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