Colin Sure Start

Colin Sure Start Our Colin Sure Start YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRw_bpxfqQSKzj0voefMHPw

Sure Start is a government funded, community-based health and early intervention programme that provides a range of support services for parents and children under the age of four, who live in disadvantaged areas across Northern Ireland. It aims to support parents from pregnancy and to give children the best start in life. Colin Sure Start covers the wards of Colin Glen, Derriaghy, Kilwee, Polegla

ss and Twinbrook in outer west Belfast. We support parents and children through a range of programmes that include parent support groups and programmes, family support, parent and toddler groups and playgroups, the Sure Start Developmental Programme for Two year Olds and parenting programmes.

Booking is now open for next weeks Parent and Toddler and Rhythm and Rhyme sessions πŸ‘‡https://www.colinsurestart.com/even...
28/05/2026

Booking is now open for next weeks Parent and Toddler and Rhythm and Rhyme sessions πŸ‘‡
https://www.colinsurestart.com/eventbooker/event-1/

πƒπ‘πŽπ 𝐈𝐍 𝐏&𝐓 π†π‘πŽπ”π- π–π„πƒππ„π’πƒπ€π˜ 𝟏𝟎:πŸ‘πŸŽπšπ¦ π‚πŽπ‹πˆπ π‹πˆππ‘π€π‘π˜ (πƒπ€πˆπ‘π˜ π…π€π‘πŒ π’π‡πŽπππˆππ† 𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐄). This will then be followed by a Rhythm & Rhyme session ran by our talented Speech & Language team at 11:15am in the library. Both of these are drop ins and require no booking. You are more than welcome to come along to one or both of these sessions!
Please remember:

These groups are popular and spaces can go quickly, so we kindly ask families to book up to 3 sessions per week to help to make sure everyone gets a chance to come along.
If a session is full, please add yourself to the waiting list or continue to check back over the week as spaces do become available when cancellations occur.

Please remember you must be registered with Colin Sure Start before attending any of these groups. If you'd like to register please just give us a call on: 028 90601417
Our groups are a lovely chance for you and your little one to meet others and enjoy play that supports early learning and development. We can't wait to see you there! See less

πŸ₯° That's a wrap on our health and wellbeing program Over the last 6 weeks these lovely mums have enjoyed creative wellbe...
27/05/2026

πŸ₯° That's a wrap on our health and wellbeing program
Over the last 6 weeks these lovely mums have enjoyed creative wellbeing projects, learnt about heartmath and met new friends.

We had Pottery for the People back in last night so that the mums could complete their candle holders and they turned out great!

It was also great for us to be able to work in partnership with these amazing local community organisations Colin Neighbourhood Partnership Holistic Mums to be able to provide this πŸ’›

OUTDOOR EXPLORERS THIS FRIDAY - SPACES AVAILABLEThe weather is beautiful - its perfect for outdoor play, and we have jus...
27/05/2026

OUTDOOR EXPLORERS THIS FRIDAY - SPACES AVAILABLE

The weather is beautiful - its perfect for outdoor play, and we have just the programme this Friday for your little explorers - its all about play in the outdoor environment, the fresh air, natural sensory materials, building and creating - its what toddlers love and how they learn! Come along and give it a try if you havent been before - we would love to welcome you to our forest garden up in Colinbrook Green! The group starts at 10 am. To book just follow this link:

https://www.colinsurestart.com/eventbooker/event-1/45/293/

Booking is now open for next weeks Parent and Toddler and Rhythm and Rhyme sessions πŸ‘‡https://www.colinsurestart.com/even...
22/05/2026

Booking is now open for next weeks Parent and Toddler and Rhythm and Rhyme sessions πŸ‘‡
https://www.colinsurestart.com/eventbooker/event-1/

🌞 WE ARE CLOSED FOR THE BANK HOLIDAY ON THE 25TH OF MAY, THERE WILL NOT BE A PARENT & TODDLER ON THIS DAY

πƒπ‘πŽπ 𝐈𝐍 𝐏&𝐓 π†π‘πŽπ”π- π–π„πƒππ„π’πƒπ€π˜ 𝟏𝟎:πŸ‘πŸŽπšπ¦ π‚πŽπ‹πˆπ π‹πˆππ‘π€π‘π˜ (πƒπ€πˆπ‘π˜ π…π€π‘πŒ π’π‡πŽπππˆππ† 𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐄). This will then be followed by a Rhythm & Rhyme session ran by our talented Speech & Language team at 11:15am in the library. Both of these are drop ins and require no booking. You are more than welcome to come along to one or both of these sessions!
Please remember:
These groups are popular and spaces can go quickly, so we kindly ask families to book up to 3 sessions per week to help to make sure everyone gets a chance to come along.
If a session is full, please add yourself to the waiting list or continue to check back over the week as spaces do become available when cancellations occur.
Please remember you must be registered with Colin Sure Start before attending any of these groups. If you'd like to register please just give us a call on: 028 90601417
Our groups are a lovely chance for you and your little one to meet others and enjoy play that supports early learning and development. We can't wait to see you there!

** Fathers Day Family Event & BBQ **Saturday, 20th June, 11 am - 1pmColin Allotments & Healthy Living CentreTo book:http...
18/05/2026

** Fathers Day Family Event & BBQ **
Saturday, 20th June, 11 am - 1pm
Colin Allotments & Healthy Living Centre

To book:
https://www.colinsurestart.com/eventbooker/event-8/48/

Its back - our Fathers Day event and famous barbecue returns on Saturday, 20th June from 11 am up at the beautiful Colin Allotments, and we are going all-in for MINIBEASTS!! Lots of fun and creative activities for your 0-4s all about their favourite creepy crawlies - well be making bug hotels, getting into some bug hunts, creating our own minibeasts to take home and a real live reptiles and mini-beasts show!! All finished off with our legendary BBQ. Perfect for all the family and open to any families registered with Colin Sure Start - if your not sure if you are registered or are new to the area and have children under age 4 just give us a call on 90601417.

πŸ«‘ WEANING WEEKπŸ₯πŸ“ To finish weaning week we held an information session for parentsπŸ‹β€πŸŸ© It was great hearing how you are a...
18/05/2026

πŸ«‘ WEANING WEEKπŸ₯
πŸ“ To finish weaning week we held an information session for parents

πŸ‹β€πŸŸ© It was great hearing how you are all planning to start weaning

πŸ₯‘ A big thanks to the public health dieticians for their kind donation of Doidy cups for the parents

**SPACES AVAILABLE - LEARN TO EXPLORE PROGRAMME **Starting this Thursday, 21st May10 am - 11pm, LagmorePerfect for 15 - ...
18/05/2026

**SPACES AVAILABLE - LEARN TO EXPLORE PROGRAMME **
Starting this Thursday, 21st May
10 am - 11pm, Lagmore
Perfect for 15 - 18m olds

Our Learn to Explore group is a brilliant four weeks of exploring, being creative and having fun! Its a great way for your toddler to learn and discover, develop play and social skills and opportunities to develop speech, language and communication all while having great fun! Book your space here:

https://www.colinsurestart.com/eventbooker/event-1/52/369/

🍠Weaning Week (11–17th May) πŸ«‘As babies start their weaning journey, choosing the right foods can help support healthy gr...
17/05/2026

🍠Weaning Week (11–17th May) πŸ«‘

As babies start their weaning journey, choosing the right foods can help support healthy growth and development.

πŸ’‘ Iron matters
From around 6 months of age, babies need iron from foods as their natural iron stores begin to reduce. Including iron‑rich foods regularly can help support brain development and overall health.

Iron‑rich foods to offer during weaning include:
πŸ₯© β€’ Meat, poultry and fish
πŸ₯šβ€’ Eggs
πŸ«˜β€’ Lentils, beans and chickpeas
πŸ₯£β€’ Iron‑fortified extra smooth porridge
πŸ―β€’ Smooth nut butters (thinly spread or mixed into foods)

The Public Health Dietitians have created practical, evidence‑based weaning videos to support parents and carers.
πŸŽ₯ For weaning information you can trust, watch here:
πŸ‘‰ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVutsY_gd5AbJW-ngKD3UOqWiQ6F3OYV5

πŸ₯¦ Weaning Week (11–17th May)When your baby starts solid foods, it’s important to avoid foods that are high in salt or su...
16/05/2026

πŸ₯¦ Weaning Week (11–17th May)

When your baby starts solid foods, it’s important to avoid foods that are high in salt or sugar.

Babies’ kidneys are not ready for salt, and very sweet foods can cause babies to prefer sweet tastes as they grow.

Foods like salty snacks, processed meats, tinned soups, sweet treats and sugary drinks are not suitable for babies.

βœ… Do not add salt or sugar to baby foods
βœ… Avoid very salty or very sweet foods
βœ… Let babies enjoy the natural taste of foods

For practical weaning information you can trust, from Public Health Dietitians, watch our
videos here:

πŸ‘‰ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVutsY_gd5AbJW-ngKD3UOqWiQ6F3OYV5

πŸ’› We had our last baby yoga class for this group this week πŸ₯³βš οΈ We spent the first bit of the session discussing all thin...
15/05/2026

πŸ’› We had our last baby yoga class for this group this week πŸ₯³

⚠️ We spent the first bit of the session discussing all things home safety related now that the little ones are becoming more curious

Then it was time for fun with some parachute play and graduation photos 😎

🌺Well done for completing the baby yoga

Booking is now open for next weeks Parent and Toddler and Rhythm and Rhyme sessions πŸ‘‡https://www.colinsurestart.com/even...
14/05/2026

Booking is now open for next weeks Parent and Toddler and Rhythm and Rhyme sessions πŸ‘‡
https://www.colinsurestart.com/eventbooker/event-1/

πŸ₯³ Our Thursday Parent and Toddler is now back and available for booking for next week in the health centre πŸ₯°

𝐍𝐄𝐖 πƒπ‘πŽπ 𝐈𝐍 𝐏&𝐓 π†π‘πŽπ”π- π–π„πƒππ„π’πƒπ€π˜ 𝟏𝟎:πŸ‘πŸŽπšπ¦ π‚πŽπ‹πˆπ π‹πˆππ‘π€π‘π˜ (πƒπ€πˆπ‘π˜ π…π€π‘πŒ π’π‡πŽπππˆππ† 𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐄). This will then be followed by a Rhythm & Rhyme session ran by our talented Speech & Language team at 11:15am in the library. Both of these are drop ins and require no booking. You are more than welcome to come along to one or both of these sessions!

Please remember:
These groups are popular and spaces can go quickly, so we kindly ask families to book up to 3 sessions per week to help to make sure everyone gets a chance to come along.
If a session is full, please add yourself to the waiting list or continue to check back over the week as spaces do become available when cancellations occur.
Please remember you must be registered with Colin Sure Start before attending any of these groups. If you'd like to register please just give us a call on: 028 90601417
Our groups are a lovely chance for you and your little one to meet others and enjoy play that supports early learning and development. We can't wait to see you there!

Address

Dairy Farm Centre, Stewartstown Road Unit 21
Belfast
BT170AW

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

02890601417

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