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)* |
🌞💛 Few Places Remaining – Book Your SEND Play Session! 💛🌞
Our July SEND Play Session is happening this Saturday, and we're putting the finishing touches on another fun, relaxed afternoon for local families.
🗓 Saturday 18th July
⏰ 1–3pm
There are just a few places remaining, so if you've been meaning to book, now's the time! ✨
Booking in advance helps us plan activities around the children and young people attending, ensuring everyone has the best possible experience.
💛 Inclusive play for children & young people (up to 19) with SEND
💛 Activities tailored to those attending
💛 Siblings are welcome
💛 Suggested donation applies as usual
📌 Book your place today:
👉 abingdoncarousel.org.uk/bookings
We'd love to see you for an afternoon of play, creativity and connection. 🌈 ... See MoreSee Less
Just a quick reminder that there is no session tomorrow (Thursday) while we pack everything down and give the hall a good clean ready for the summer break.
✨ Friday's 0–4 Stay & Play (9.30–11.00am) is going ahead as normal and will be our last weekday session** before the summer holidays. We'll have Summer Party vibes, ice lollies and water play in the garden, so don't forget sun hats, sunscreen and a spare change of clothes if your little one would like to splash about!
We hope to see lots of you for one final play before the summer! 💛
**Saturday Club continues every week throughout the summer (remember this is a bookings only session, so secure your spot at abingdoncarousel.org.uk/bookings if you'd like to attend) ... See MoreSee Less
Join us this Saturday morning for breakfast, craft activities and free play in our large playroom and secure garden.
A relaxed, welcoming session for families with children up to 10 years old.
📅 Runs every Saturday this summer
👉 Book your spot now:
abingdoncarousel.org.uk/bookings
Suggested donation £2. ... See MoreSee Less