Playgroups and classes
Doncaster and the surrounding areas are a fantastic place for bringing up children and there is plenty going on for pre school aged children.
Below is a list of all the local playgroups and drop in clinics throughout the week and also details of all the children’s activities classes available across our area. Please contact the organisers directly if you would like to find out further information or to confirm class times or costs.
If you know of any other classes or groups which are not already listed, then please contact us here. Basic listings are free. ’Featured’ listings are £15 per month. For our full advertising rates then please click here.
These multi award winning development classes are for babies from 0 – 15 months old.
Caterpillar Club – For babies 6 weeks to 6 months old. This is a gentle class focusing a lot on physical development to help strengthen core and neck muscles. We end every class with a baby massage, so babies are ready for a long nap!
Busy Bees – For babies 6 months to 15 months old/ mobile. Highly interactive class with bespoke music to encourage motor skills and body awareness.
All activities have been researched in line with EYFS to engage your little ones, while promoting the bond between parent and baby. Each week is also a different theme so no class is ever the same!
Limited spaces available so book now here.
You can also contact Josie if you have any questions: phone 07896651198, email josie@bloombabyclasses.com, or follow on facebook here.
Monday
Thursday
All of the above playgroups and classes need to be prebooked via the Boston Park Farm website and are term time only.
Click here to check availability and make your booking.
Boston park Farm, Bawtry Road, Hatfield Woodhouse, Doncaster, DN7 6DS
We have an exciting and varied timetable of classes from Monday to Saturday. Download our latest timetable on our website and grab one of our limited places in group or your very own one to one sessions.
Oak Tree Lodge, Woodfield Park, Tickhill Rd, Doncaster, DN4 8QN
Call 07800 753204
The play area provides an enjoyable playtime experience for children aged 0-12 years old with a dedicated toddler soft play area. There is a cafe here too offering a variety of hot and cold dishes.
Two hour play sessions are available throughout the day from £1.50 (Under 1’s and adults) and £4.50 (1-12 years), 7 days a week. Tickets are available at a lower price if pre-booked online.
Doncaster Lakeside, Bawtry Road, Doncaster DN4 7PD
Please check our website for the most recent class timetable.
Puddle Ducks Doncaster’s Baby & Pre-School programme (0-4) provides a wonderful bonding experience and our progressive lesson plans instil a water confidence and love of swimming. Our nurturing teachers – the most highly qualified in the business – tailor activities to your child’s abilities and needs and we make learning to swim fun! Our baby & Pre-school programme is offered through five levels Floaties (0-6months), Splashers (6-15months), Kickers (15 to 30 months), Little Dippers (30 months- 4 years) and Dippers (3 & 4 year olds who are ready for the next stage).
For older children, whether they have come from a pre-school class or never been in the water before, Swim Academy (4-10 years) will take your child from ‘getting their faces wet’ to being an independent swimmer and who knows, maybe a future Olympic champion.
Call 07884 933789 for more information or email doncaster@puddleducks.com
A unique, fun, rustic DIY workshop based at the Yorkshire Hive.
Create beautiful pieces of wall art yourself, getting creative with colours, stains and finishes. No skills required, suitable from any age (children with parental supervision).
We use hand made, raw wood created on site and will guide you through the easy process of staining and painting your design. Take your new masterpiece home with you to hang proudly or give as an extra special gift.
Open everyday, you’re welcome to drop in anytime, but at weekends it may be busier with parties so do send us a message to check.
For full details on all of our events and workshops please visit our website.
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The Twisted Knot, The Yorkshire Hive, Hurst Lane, DN9 3HQ
Toddler Sense Doncaster opened its doors in April last year. An award winning multi-sensory adventure toddler class for children aged 13 months to 5 years old, Toddler Sense is a whole new world of sensory stimulation, play, fun adventures and learning for your children.
Monday – 9.30am- 10.30am (13 months- 2 years) & 11.15am- 12.15pm (13 months- 4 years)
Wednesday – 9.30- 10.30am (13 months- 2 years) & 11.15am- 12.15pm (13 months- 4 years)
Thursday & Friday – 9.30am- 10.30am (13 months- 4 years)
Our award-winning classes are delivered in our purpose equipped location on Woodfield Rd, Balby (Not far from Baby Sensory Doncaster).
Individual classes are £8 and places are booked and paid for in advance via block bookings. Blocks run in line with Doncaster school term times. A 10% sibling discount is also available.
To book a class please visit our website
To find out more information please follow us on Facebook and Instagram
Facebook @totsplaydoncastereast
Here in Doncaster you can take advantage of the award winning baby/toddler and pre-school lessons provided by Water Babies. Teaching babies here for over 11 years in various locations across the town and wider county.
We’ll teach you to teach your baby to swim. From lesson one, we’ll get your little one used to the sensation of the water, developing their natural instincts and transforming these into core aquatic skills. By the end of our programme, your little one will be swimming freely using different strokes and be able to keep themselves safe in and around the water. We use carefully considered swim positions and activities to help your baby gain their confidence in the water from the get-go.
We work closely with Swim England, the national governing body for swimming and we’ve woven their learn to swim framework through our fun filled programme, you will be simply amazed at the progress they make.
We currently hold classes at Heatherwood School, Quest Park and Rossington Hall so pop along to our website to find your nearest class and to get in touch!
Visit the Water Babies website
Water Babies South Yorkshire 01909 776660
Thursday evenings during term time from 4:30- 6pm
These FREE sessions are for children aged 5-11 to attend with their families and siblings are welcome. We also welcome anybody who feels they need a bit of extra support.
These visual arts workshops will allow you to explore your creativity through colour, shape and texture. Come on an art adventure with us!
All materials will be provided and the artist will always ask how to adapt the activity to best suit you or your child. Everyone is welcome to try things out at their own pace and will be supported in giving things a go.
The Point, 16 South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DR, 01302 341662
Due to low attendance during Covid-19 this group no longer runs on a weekly basis. Andie now runs a facebook support group (A Thorne in my Boob – BreastMates) and offers support by appointment at the location below on Thursdays. She is happy to be contacted by ladies via Messenger and Whatsapp.
Thursdays 12pm – 1.30pm
Thorne Pentecostal Church, Peel Castle Road, Thorne, Doncaster, DN8 5LZ
Contact Andie 07737 077718
Professional Instructor Team running classes at various locations in Doncaster. Our Children’s Program Multi Skilled Martial Arts is one of the most unique and diverse Martial Arts Children’s programmes available in the UK. It’s a blend of Tae Kwon Do, Self Defence, Kick Boxing, Weapons Training, Wrestling, Ju-Jitsu and Kenpo Karate.
Call 01302 858335
Parent & Toddler sessions for 0-5 years
Not only are our toddler sessions loads of fun for both the parents and toddlers, but they’re great for learning motor skills, adventure and increasing both social skills and confidence. Plus the Haus is safe and full of soft landings. £5 per child (2 adults go free).
Mon- Fri 10:00-12:00*
Weekend 9:00-10:00
*Subject to change during school holidays.
Air Haus, Meadowhall, Sheffield, S9 1EW
Monday- Friday (term time only) from 9:30am- 12:30pm
Additional activities for little ones included in your usual admission price e.g. craft activities, messy play, games and dancing.
Mondays 10am- Biscuit decorating & playdoh
Wednesdays 10am- Dino picnic
No booking required.
Unit 6, Crompton Road Business Park, Wheatley Hall Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN2 4PA
Baby Massage, Baby Yoga, Bouncing Buggies, Balance Bike classes throughout the week.
Contact: Nichola Caughey
Tel: 07748 668634
I am a qualified nurse and a certified infant massage instructor offering baby massage courses that can be tailored to you.
I also offer private sessions in your own home or these sessions can be shared with your friends and their babies at your house.
Contact Sara for more information on 07956 683912
Sorrel Lodge, Tickhill Road, Doncaster, DN4 8FD
Thursdays at 9.30am-11am
Parish Hall, Top Road, Barnby Dun, Doncaster, DN3 1DA
07850 498474
We invite you to our baby and toddler group every Thursday from 10am- 12pm at Belton Pavilion.
We ask for a £1 contribution which will go towards the cost of renting the hall plus tea and coffee.
High Street, Belton, DN9 1LR
07309 614540
Buzz and Roar – Mess, Play, Explore
We begin each session with singing and signing then invite children to explore the uniquely themed edible and non edible messy play. Suitable from 6 months to 5 years old plus. Based at Adwick Methodist Church.
Every other Monday at Adwick Methodist Church & every other Thursday at Sprotbrough Community Library.
Delivery of effective martial arts for the whole family from the novice to the elite athletes. We pride ourselves in safe quality martial arts classes.
Mezzanine Floor, Civic Quarter Car Park, College Road, Doncaster, DN1 3JH
Dance School based in Central Doncaster with 70 years of experience, providing classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acro, Singing and more, from ages 2+.
Classes on a Saturday, Monday and Thursdays
Tel Miss Karen on 07903608142
We run a variety of ‘face to face’ classes as well as ‘online’ sessions:
We offer a no obligation trial class and your first class is free when you join.
Classes currently run in Finningley, Branton and Bessacarr on Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday.
The North Family Hub includes Bentley, Askern, Adwick, Carcroft, Highfields, Scawsby and Sprotbrough.
The Family Hubs provide a range of free/ low cost activities for little ones. Please see their latest timetable below.
Bentley Family Hub, The Avenue, Bentley, DN5 0NP, 01302 737350
Adwick Family Hub, Central Avenue, Woodlands, DN6 7RU 01302 737717
Askern Family Hub, Spa Pool Road, Askern, DN6 0HZ 01302 737099
Here is the up to date North Locality Family Hub Timetable:
North Family Hub Timetable for January/ February
The South Family Hubs include Denaby, Conisbrough & Edlington, Mexborough and Rossington
The Central Family Hub includes Central Doncaster, Balby, Wheatley, Cantley, Bessacarr, Intake and Belle Vue.
The Family Hubs offer a range of free/ low cost activities for little ones. Please see their latest timetable below.
Wheatley Family Hub – 01302 737790
Central Family Hub – 01302 737995
Balby Family Hub 0 01302 736880
Central Family Hub Timetable for January/ February
The East Family Hub includes Stainforth, Moorends, Armthorpe, Duscroft, Hatfield, Barnby Dun, Edenthorpe, Kirk Sandall and Thorne. They offer a range of free/ low cost activities for little ones.
East Family Hub Timetable for January/ February
Classes every day of the week (except Sundays), from 4 to 13 years old
Unit C1/C2 Railway Court,
Sandal Stones Road,
Doncaster
Call 07971 562834
Doncaster Lawn Tennis Club offers coaching all year round for all ages and abilities.
LTA accredited coaches, DBS checked and first aid trained.
Private lessons are also available.
DLTC, Saxton Avenue, DN4 7AY
01302 536134
We teach Muay Thai, Grappling BJJ and the Russian Jacket Wrestling sport of Sambo to both children and adults. There are so many benefits to kids training in martial arts, plus it’s fun, in a positive environment.
Doncaster Sambo, 61a Carr House Road, Top Floor, Doncaster, DN1 2BY
Telephone 07847 438675
East West Martial Arts teaches an exciting and fun curriculum incorporating self defence, performance and body combat whilst massively promoting life skills, character building and self esteem.
Age 4+ with classes available Monday- Saturday
52 Mill Street, Armthorpe, DN9 2ET
01302 300000
Elmfield Gymnastics Club provide good quality, fun, gymnastics lessons to children aged 18 months – 18 years.
Classes available Monday- Saturday.
Unit 16, Oakleaf Industrial Estate, Bankwood Lane, New Rossington, DN11 0PS
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
From 1 year+
£7.50 per child (adults free)
A member of staff will guide you around our petting zoo so that you can learn about our animals.
You can also interact and cuddle one of our adorable fluffy animals.
Please book on 01302 751698
North View, Doncaster, DN11 9HA
FREE sports clubs, no need to book. Just turn up!
Stainforth
Mondays 5:30- 6:30
Peacock Park, East Lane
Dunscroft/ Hatfield
Thursdays from 5:30- 6:30pm
Jubilee Fields, DN7 6HN
Frog Phonics is a fun, multi-sensory approach to learning letter sounds. It is suitable for children from 2 years old. We sing, dance, play games and listen to stories.
Contact Jayne 07788 414318
Monday- Friday during term-time
Take your youngsters along to Toddler sessions where they can take part in all of the activities that the park has to offer.
Go Bounce SEND Sessions also run term time.
Contact 01302 965465
Unit 13, Shaw Lane Industrial Estate, Doncaster, DN2 4SQ
Thursdays 10:30am- 12pm (term time only)
Ages 0-4 years
£2 per child £1 for additional children (snacks and drinks included).
Contact Lyn 07948 507358 or Melissa 07960 510432
Grinley Community Centre, West Wells Lane, Gringley on the Hill, DN10 4QY
A fun- filled dance and singalong class suitable for babies- pre-schoolers.
Thursdays at Kidz Hub, Harworth. Includes 2 hours of soft play afterwards.
Emma Povey 07832 030133
Thursdays (term time) 9.30am-11.30am
Playgroup for 0-5 years.
Held in the Haxey Youth Hub (opposite the Co-Op in Haxey, next to the Memorial Hall).
£2.50 per session includes tea, coffee and biscuits, snack time for the children, a craft/messy play activity and plenty of toys, books and baby toys to entertain the little ones.
We train at two venues across Doncaster and classes are suitable for all ages from 5+
Mondays and Fridays at the Scout HQ behind the Sun Inn, Scawsby.
Thursdays and Saturdays at Armthorpe Community Centre.
Please get in touch with us on facebook for more information: IMA Tae Kwon Do Centres of Excellence.
Kidz Hub have their own weekly programme of activities and classes so please see their facebook page for more information.
On Tuesday & Wednesday they offer a ‘Midweek Meal Deal’ from 11am- 3pm.
Child entry with a sandwich and a treat for £5.
On Monday- Thursday during term time (from 3pm) they offer entry for £6.75 and you can add a child’s meal for £1.
Kidz Hub, Unit 1 Harworth Business Park, Harworth, DN11 8DB
Thursday 10- 11:30am
Toddler/baby playgroup for ages 0-4 years.
£2.50 for one adult and one child and 50p per additional sibling. £1 per additional adult.
Free play, drinks and snacks, story time, bubbles, sing a longs, themed weeks and themed crafts. Parents enjoy a hot drink and a pastry too!
Unit 12, Shaw Wood Way, Doncaster, DN2 5TB
Little Explorers Parent & Toddler Group runs twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10.30am – 12:00pm every week during term time.
The Salvation Army Lakeside Community Church, Booth Avenue, Doncaster, DN4 5NJ
Bring your little finns for a splash in our award winning interactive play area Barnacle Bay!
All sessions are 90 minutes long and include access to Barnacle Bay and the main leisure pool (no flumes).
Calypso Cove, Barnsley
Thursdays at 9:30am
4 rooms of play- role play, sensory room, craft and cafe, general play room and outdoors is available during the summer months.
£3 per session with no charge for siblings (first session is free). Snack time for children and refreshments for parents!
Peel Castle Road, Thorne, Doncaster, DN8 5LZ
Thursdays 1-2:30pm
Sessions are £2 per adult, all children and babies FREE. This includes a snack and drink for the children, tea and coffee for adults. We have lots of fun playing, singing and hearing Bible stories together.
Contact rachel.ridler@centenaryproject.org.uk for more information.
Cuckoo Lane, Hatfield, DN7 6RX
The first 1001 days of your little one’s life (from conception, to age 2) are SO important for infant development. Through pre-natal support with hypnobirthing, pregnancy relaxation, exercise and nutrition guidance, Little Rosebuds can support expectant parents to feel empowered from pregnancy to birth and beyond. With baby massage, baby yoga, and post-natal nutrition and exercise, Little Rosebuds offers a warm and welcoming space to support both parents and baby through love, connection and nurturing touch.
The following courses are available:
Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays
Magical Baby Massage- a 4 week course for babies 6 weeks old+
Magical Baby Yoga- a 4 week course for babies 10- 12 weeks old+
Combined Baby Massage & Yoga- an 8 week course at a discounted rate
Tuesdays & Thursdays
The Nurture Circle- Mummy & Me with biscuits & tea
Mummy & Me as Strong as Can Be- Fitness Classes for new Mum’s and their babies
Wednesday Evenings
Pregnancy Relaxation Classes
Little Rosebuds also offers Hypnobirthing classes and Pre/ Postnatal fitness classes where you can take your little one along.
All courses are delivered in special one to one sessions or intimate small groups in Hannah’s beautiful home based studio in Auckley.
Wednesdays from 9:30- 10:45am
MINI GRANGERS is our baby morning which is free to attend.
Thursdays 9:30- 10:30
MESSY MORNING- a range of messy activities to engage your toddlers.
We love seeing the little ones every week, cafe will be open for food and drinks as usual.
Torworth Grange, Great North Road, Torworth
The Kixx programme offers a high energy, fun, creative and age-appropriate introduction to physical activity through football for ages 18 months – 10 years.
We have sessions across the Doncaster area and run classes 7 days a week.
Contact 01302 618080
Contact Lucy on 07583 422252
Tuesdays & Thursdays- First Friends (0-12m)
Tuesdays– Messy Play (babies- pre-school)
Wednesdays & Thursdays- Parents and Toddlers (babies to school age).
Sessions can be pre-booked or you can pay cash/ card on the door. £3.50 per session.
Facebook- Northgate Community Hub.
Northgate Community Hub, Northgate, Tickhill, Doncaster, DN11 9HZ
SMC Playtime is a parent and toddler group which meets at Sprotbrough Park Methodist Church, in term-time on Thursdays.
The morning session is from 9:30- 11am and the afternoon session is from 1pm- 2:30pm.
£1 per week which includes hot drinks and biscuits!
Contact sprotparkplaytime@gmail.com if you would like to come along.
Classes for babies, children and their parents/carers that support good mental health, social interaction and bring fun, calm and confidence.
Wednesday- Little Stars Classes at 1pm in Edenthorpe.
Thursday- Baby Mindful Classes for age 6- 18 months in Edenthorpe.
Thursday- Magical Adventures Classes for Primary aged children at 4pm in Edenthorpe.
Thursday- Chill Skills Classes for age 8+ at 5:15pm in Edenthorpe.
First Thursday of each month-
Chill Skills Home Education group- 10:45am in Edenthorpe
For more information contact Hollie: or 07834 197040.
Thursdays (term time) at 4:50pm
During our SEND sessions we will turn the music off and there will be fewer climbers in the arena to create a calmer and quieter environment. Our staff will take an extra attentive approach to the needs of each climber and help them reach their goals for the session. We also welcome family and siblings to climb in these sessions too. Minimum age 4.
Meadowhall
Fun climbing for toddlers (up to 5 years) in our colourful arena assisted by our super friendly team.
An hour of climbing followed by fun in our super soft play. Separate baby area available.
Call Rock Up Sheffield to book.
The Atrium, Meadowhall Shopping Centre, Sheffield, S9 1EP
Scorpion Taekwondo are a group of clubs that provide quality and professional tuition in the martial art of Taekwondo and lessons for all ages and abilities. We teach classes every day of the week at various venues across the Doncaster area.
24-26 Scot Lane, Doncaster, DN1 1ES
Eat and Play After School Club
Pay to play (£7) and you can choose any children’s meal from the children’s menu for just £2
3- 6pm Monday- Friday (term time only)
01427 754835.
99A Akeferry Road, DN9 2NF
A group for 0-3 year old children and their parents takes place on Tuesdays from 9.30am – 11:30am and Thursdays from 1.00pm – 2.30pm during term time.
£1.50 per session for one child and 50p for each additional child which includes a snack and a drink.
St Norbert’s Catholic Academy, Fieldside, Crowle, Scunthorpe, DN17 4HL
Rossington Hall, Doncaster:
Baby/ toddler swimming lessons take place every day except Saturday.
Swimming lessons from 2.5 years of age take place Monday- Saturday.
Super Swimmers of Dinnington
Baby/ toddler sessions take place every day of the week.
Swimming lessons from 2.5 years of age take place Monday- Saturday.
Rossington Hall 01909 561269 / Dinnington 07801 810384
Go Swimstars provides a unique Learn to Swim experience, from birth with small class sizes, state of art family friendly facilities and fun, innovative lessons. We have small classes free of distractions, expert swimming instructors, and a state of the art indoor pool. Every child feels safe and at home as we begin their swimming journey.
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
The Point have various creative sessions available for children and young people. Please see their website for more information.
The Point, 16 South Parade, Doncaster, DN1 2DR
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30am- 11am.
Bring your little ones to meet and play in a safe and friendly environment.
64 King Street, Thorne
Starting Thursday 5th January 2023 from 6-8pm and then every other Thursday.
Also Saturday 14th January 2023 from 1-3pm and then every other Saturday.
At Changing Lives, 2-5 Princes Street, Doncaster, DN1 3NJ
Contact Laura on 07902 336846
