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Welcome to the February issue of our monthly online newsletter for children and families, produced by the Children and Family Work team at YMCA St. Paul’s Group.
We help whole families to flourish. We have safe and trusted Early Years care and developmental activities, family support and mediation help when difficult issues arise at home or school, summer and school holiday camps, and activities that are just plain fun for everyone.
Take a look at the sections below to learn about what we will be up to across our various children and families services in February.
Our children had a fantastic time celebrating Chinese New Year by creating their own colourful snakes and lanterns! Through this fun and creative activity, they learned about the traditions of the festival while showcasing their artistic talents. It was a great way to welcome the New Year of the snake!
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We have places available for families in receipt of 15 and 30 free hours.
Email nursery@ymcaspg.org or call us on: 020 88 32 1516
Spring into Action with Y Active Kids’ Gymnastics!
Our new half-term of gymnastics classes is starting after February half-term and runs until the Easter holidays!
These fun and engaging sessions help children build strength, flexibility, and confidence in a supportive and encouraging environment. Whether your child is a beginner or an aspiring gymnast, our expert coach will help them learn new skills and have fun!
📆 When: Tuesday & Wednesday evenings – check our full timetable online!
📍 Where: YMCA South Ealing, 25 St Mary’s Rd, Ealing, W5 5RE
Book your child’s spot now: https://ymcastpaulsgroup.org/childrens-activities/y-active-gymnastics/
Planning a birthday party for your child? Look no further! Our kids’ parties at YMCA South Ealing are ideal for under 8s, offering the perfect mix of excitement and fun. We offer a whole studio filled with colorful soft play equipment, tunnels, and climbing fun — all exclusively yours to enjoy!
Our party hire package includes full access to our studio and a bright and spacious café space, ideal for serving up your own refreshments and snacks. You bring the supervision and treats, and we’ll provide the party venue and equipment.
Visit our website for more information, and to book: Children’s Soft Play Parties at YMCA South Ealing – YMCA St Paul’s Group
Looking for the perfect venue for your activity or class? Our purpose-built studio in South Ealing is available for hire!
Features include:
Pricing:
Just £30 per hour!
For more details, or to make an enquiry, visit our South Ealing activity studio hire page.
At YMCA St Paul’s Group Breakfast and After School Clubs, the children have been embracing the winter season with some fantastic arts and crafts. They had lots of fun making adorable penguins, using coloured paper to bring their chilly creations to life. These little penguins perfectly matched the frosty weather!
Alongside their winter crafts, the children also designed beautiful flower baskets. Using bright colours, they created stunning floral displays that added a splash of spring to the season. This activity encouraged creativity and fine motor skills while letting their imaginations bloom!
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To celebrate Valentine’s Day, the children made heart pictures and handcrafted Valentine’s cards, spreading messages of love and kindness. They decorated their cards with 3D hearts, and heartfelt messages, ready to share with friends and family. It was a lovely way to encourage thoughtfulness and the joy of giving.
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We’re making improvements! The Pod will be closed from Monday 10th – Friday 14th February for the installation of a brand-new heating and air conditioning system. This upgrade will provide much better climate and temperature control, ensuring a more comfortable experience for everyone.
The Pod will reopen in time for the half-term break, so you can enjoy the improved space when you return. Thank you for your patience while we make these exciting changes!
Keep checking our website for all the latest updates: ymcastpaulsgroup.org/soft-play-at-the-pod-kingston/
Based at the YMCA Hawker in Kingston, the Pod is a two-storey soft play centre open seven days a week for indoor play. Costs are just £6.60 per child, including one adult. Visit our Pod page for full details.
All sessions are walk-in only, customers pay at reception. No online booking. A Pod session is 2 hours.
Please check the website for the latest opening times.
YMCA Hawker, Lower Ham Road, Kingston KT2 5BH
Looking for a venue to celebrate a kids party? Look no further! At YMCA Hawker in Kingston, our Pod Soft Play Parties are bursting with fun and adventure. Your little ones will enjoy an hour of exclusive access to the Pod, where they can jump, climb, and slide to their heart’s content.
After all that excitement, our café will treat your party to a great menu of food and drinks, making the day even more special.
Don’t miss out—book your Pod Party today and let the fun begin!
Bookings for parties from April 2025 are now open!
Get an amazing 20% OFF when you book a party for a Thursday or Friday in January or February! Offer valid on bookings made between 18/12/2024 and 28/2/2025.
Don’t miss out – book your softplay party now!
You will need to create an account with magic bookings to book a Pod party.
Pod, YMCA Hawker, Lower Ham Road, Kingston KT2 5BH
Attend seven Pod sessions, and get the eighth session free! Pick up your loyalty card from reception. or in the Pod.
Children’s Mental Health Week (3 – 9 February) is a mental health awareness week launched by children’s mental health charity, Place2Be. The week exists to empower, equip and give a voice to all children and young people in the UK.
This year’s theme ‘Know Yourself, Grow Yourself’ encourages children, young people and adults to embrace self-awareness and explore what it means to them.
At YMCA St Paul’s Group, we create positive outcomes for children and families through our nursery and daycare programmes, providing children with the support they need to thrive.
Happy Valentine’s Day from YMCA St Paul’s Group! We believe passionately that everyone should have a fair chance to discover who they are and what they can become. Let’s spread love and positivity in a world where fairness and equality prevail.
