Play 'n' Praise at St Nicks

23/10/2026

Half-Term Fun in Derby!

While Play ’n’ Praise is taking a little break for half term, there are lots of lovely activities for families to enjoy!

From autumn adventures, lantern making and scavenger hunts to stories, creative activities and sensory play, there’s something for little ones and older children too.

Take a look at the poster for dates, times and locations. There’s plenty to keep the children busy over the holidays!

We hope you have a wonderful half term, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back to Play ’n’ Praise on Wednesday 4th November.

23/10/2026

02/09/2026

Play n Praise is back VERY SOON!

We’re excited to be starting a new term of Play n Praise Toddler Group on Wednesday 16th September from 9:30-10:45am
***Please note, that’s the week after next — not next week!***

Play n Praise is a relaxed and friendly toddler group for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their grown-ups. Come along for play, activities, songs, stories and a chance to meet and connect with other local families.

And there’s more! After Play n Praise, families will be welcome to stay for our new Community Café after the normal session, with food and more time to chat, connect and build community together.

We’re really looking forward to welcoming back our existing families and hopefully meeting some new faces too.

Starting Wednesday 16th September, 9:30–10:45am.

Looking forward to seeing you and your little ones there!

31/07/2026

Come join us NEXT Tuesday 4th Aug from 10-2pm

23/06/2026

Last Weeks of Term at Play n Praise Toddler Group 🌟

We can't believe we're nearly at the end of another wonderful term! Here are our final dates before the summer break:

📅 30th June – Normal session

📅 7th July – CLOSED

📅 14th July – Play n Praise End of Term Picnic & Parachute Party! 🧺🎈

Join us for a fun-filled celebration with picnic snacks, games, and plenty of parachute fun as we finish the term together on the last week.

We look forward to seeing you over these last few weeks and celebrating another fantastic year with all our families!

28/04/2026

***SEPT UPDATE*** - We’ve got an exciting change coming this autumn!

From September, Play n Praise will be moving from Tuesdays to Wednesdays, with a new time of 9:30–10:45am (term time only).

You can still expect the same friendly and welcoming group you know and love—featuring:
🎈 Free play
🎶 Songs
📖 Stories
🚗 Ride-ons

The big difference? Our new time and day will run alongside our Community Café, giving families the chance to stay, chat, and connect after the session over a drink and a bite to eat ☕💬

We’re really looking forward to this new rhythm and hope it creates even more space for community and connection.

📅 Starts September
📍 Wednesdays | 9:30–10:45am

13/04/2026

We hope all you families had a lovely Easter break!

Play n Praise is back for the Summer term and we can’t wait to see you and your little ones all again!

📅 Dates for your diary:
• Back NEXT WEEK – Tuesday 21st April
• Closed for May half term – week of Tuesday 26th May
• Closed – Tuesday 7th July
• Bluebell Farm trip in July (date TBC – more details to come!)

Looking forward to a fun term ahead together!

09/03/2026

Sorry, Play 'n' Praise toddler group is closed this week due to multiple team members being unwell. We look forward to seeing everyone again next week on Tuesday 17th March. Thank you for your understanding!

15/12/2025

🎄✨ The countdown to Christmas is really on! ✨🎄

Whilst PnP is now closed for the festive season, there’s still lots going on, and we’d love you to be part of it.

If you’d like to bring your family along to some festive services at St Nick’s over the holidays, here are a few dates for your diary:

📅 Sunday 21st December – 9 Lessons & Carols, 4–5pm
📅 Wednesday 24th December – Family Crib Service, 3–4pm
📅 Sunday 4th January – Sunday Breakfast @10: Christingle, 9:45–11am

Everyone is very welcome – we’d love to see you as we celebrate this special season together

15/12/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Play n Praise! ✨🎄
To all our wonderful families, thank you for being part of our Play n Praise toddler group this year. It has been such a joy to share songs, play, laughter, and lots of fun over this last term.

As we celebrate Christmas, we remember the greatest gift of all, the birth of Jesus, God’s love made known to us. We pray that your homes are filled with His peace and joy this Christmas season, and that you experience the hope and light He brings.

If you would like to bring your families along to some festive services at St Nick’s over the holidays, here are some dates for your diary:
📅 Wednesday 24th December – Family Crib Service, 3-4pm
📅 Sunday 4th January – Sunday Breakfast @10 Christingle, 9:45–11am

Have a lovely Christmas and a happy, restful New Year. We look forward to welcoming you all back very soon.
PnP back on Tuesday 13th January 2026!