Armley & Castleton Children's Centre Services

11/06/2026

IMPORTANT!!
Please note that todays baby group at Armley is cancelled.
We apologise for the inconvenience.

29/05/2026

Our play groups are back next week at Armley Childrens Centre, Chapel Lane.
Don't forget your sunscreen for outdoor play 😎

28/05/2026

Some important information from 0-19 Public Health Integrated Nursing Service for keeping babies cool in this hot weather

💧 Water for Babies – What You Need to Know 💧

As your baby grows and starts solids, their hydration needs change. Knowing when and how to introduce water can help keep them healthy and happy.
✔️ From around 6 months, you can offer small sips of water with meals
✔️ Breastfed babies don’t need water before solids
✔️ In hot weather, feeding patterns may change
✔️ Formula-fed babies under 6 months may need a little extra during warm days

please visit https://www.nhs.uk/baby/weaning-and-feeding/drinks-and-cups-for-babies-and-young-children/ for more information

22/05/2026

REMINDER!
Our groups and courses will be closed next week for Half Term.
We will be back w/c Mon 1st June.

21/05/2026

Bluey is coming to Leeds 💙

Bluey fans unite 🤩 She’s heading to Leeds for some free half term fun!

Yep, you read that right 🙌 The now iconic children’s cartoon pup is making a real-life official appearance at the Merrion Centre next Wednesday (27th May) 🐶

It’s free to attend, with storytelling sessions happening between 11am and 3pm - and there’s no booking required!

Families will enjoy engaging 30-minute performances led by a professional storyteller 📖 and are encouraged to arrive early as space for each session is limited.

20/05/2026

First session today Weds 20th at 1:30 at St Barts.
Open to everyone :)

Go along if you're free and fancy a sing (there is also cake)
All children must be accompanied by an adult.

19/05/2026

Do you have a child with additional needs who struggles with bedtime?

For more information or to book a place please see contact details on the post.

Sleep Tight workshops start on Tuesday 2nd June. If you have a child with additional needs who is a poor sleeper, this could help!

⭐Contact us for more details or if you would like to book a place ⭐

☎️0113 235 1331
📩[email protected]

12/05/2026

Before potty training starts, children need lots of chances to learn. Children learn best through practice and repetition, with help and support from adults. Introducing the potty from early age helps to encourage readiness for potty independence and moving on from nappies.
Potty / toilet training is one of the topics that we will be discussing with you at your child's development reviews at both 8-12 months and 27 months.
You can also find lots of helpful tips on the ERIC website:
https://eric.org.uk/potty-training/ -potty-learning-helps

07/05/2026

Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week with LLeeds Mental Wellbeing Service

This week (4–10 May) is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week, a campaign dedicated to raising awareness of mental health challenges before, during, and after pregnancy.
1 in 4 women experience maternal mental health difficulties, so it’s important that no one feels alone and that support is available.
Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service prioritises access and support, for the birthing person and their partner during pregnancy and up to one year after birth.
You do not need a professional referral, you can self-refer online or call 0113 843 4388.
To find out more about free support available, visit:
https://leedsmentalwellbeingservice.co.uk/what-we-offer/talking-therapies/perinatal-support/

30/04/2026

Any new or expecting parents please head on down to LEEDS BABY BANK on 11th May for a fun free family session and meet your local midwives.
Don't forget to scan the QR code to register your place.