Welcome to Abingdon Carousel! We’re 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 – we can’t wait to welcome you and your family!
Our weekly drop-in sessions run TERM TIME only (Saturday Club 45/52 weeks) as follows:
| DAY & TIME: | SESSION: | SUITABLE FOR: |
|---|---|---|
| Mondays – 9.30am to 11am | Crawlers and Explorers | Moving babies, non-confident walkers |
| 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 | Baby Group | Non-movers |
| 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* | Families with children and young people with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities up to 19 years old (siblings welcome)* |
Need a gentle change of scene with your baby? ☕👶
Join us for Baby Group on Tuesdays – a relaxed, welcoming space for non-mobile babies and their grown-ups. Settle in with a warm cuppa, enjoy some easy conversation with other new parents, and watch your little one explore and play on our giant mat.
There's no agenda, no pressure, and no need to book – just a friendly atmosphere, supportive chats, and time to enjoy with your baby.
📅 Tuesdays (term-time only)
⏰ 1:00pm – 2:30pm
👶 Non-movers only
🚶 Drop-in session – no booking needed
💷 Suggested donation: £2
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🍉 BOOK NOW – June SEND Play Session 🍋
Our next SEND Play Session is nearly here!
🗓 Saturday 20th June
⏰ 1–3pm
We’re now planning activities around attendees, so if you’d like to join us, please book soon 💛
👉 Reserve your space: abingdoncarousel.org.uk/bookings
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✨ Only a few places left in our Sensory Play for Babies session! ✨
Join us for a relaxed afternoon of sensory exploration, gentle play, and connection with your baby, followed by a calming baby massage to help everyone unwind.
👶 For non-movers (birth to pre-crawling)
📅 Monday | 12:45–2 pm
📍 Abingdon Carousel Family Centre
💗 £2 suggested donation
⚠️ Limited to 10 families
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