Dry Arch Children’s Centres

18/06/2026

☀️🎉 DRY ARCH CHILDREN'S CENTRES SUMMER SCHEME 2026 🎉☀️

Looking for fun, active and creative activities for your child this summer? We've got a fantastic programme of events running throughout July and August for children and young people of all ages!

⚽ Sports & Fitness
🥊 Kickboxing
🎨 Arts & Crafts
🍕 Pizza & Italian Day
🧱 Lego Activities
🌿 Nature & Gardening
🧁 Baking Day
🏌️ Golf & Tennis
🐞 Outdoor Adventures
A great opportunity to:
✨ Make new friends
✨ Build confidence
✨ Learn new skills
✨ Stay active during the summer holidays
✨ Have lots of fun in a safe and supportive environment

📍 Activities take place across Limavady and Dungiven locations throughout July & August.
⚠️ Spaces are limited and booking is essential.
📞 For more information or to book, contact us on 028 7776 7224. See you there!

16/06/2026

Keep an eye out for Louise if you have an antenatal appointment at Roe Valley Hospital this morning! Come and chat about our programmes for expectant and new parents 🤰🤱

14/06/2026

If you're booked in for Stay and Swim with Me this morning, please sign in with Louise before you go to the changing rooms - just inside the entrance on the right hand side. If you'd like to book in for the next 3 weeks, contact Caroline on 028 7744 6317 or [email protected] !

🏊‍♂️STAY AND SWIM WITH ME🏊‍♂️
Calling all Male Parents / Carers! – come and make a splash with your little ones with this 4 week programme during Fathers Day month! Stay and Swim With Me is a fun-filled opportunity to spend quality time together in the pool, build confidence in the water, and create lasting memories.

📍 Roe Valley Leisure Centre
📅 Sundays 14th, 21st & 28th June, and 5th July
⏰ 11.00am – 12.00pm
📞 Booking is essential – contact Caroline on 028 7744 6317 or [email protected]

*Suitable for Sure Start registered male caregivers and their children. Siblings of Sure Start registered children are welcome to attend, but the pool safety rules must be adhered to:
Children Under 4 years old: 1 adult to 1 Child.
Children 4 to 7 years old: 1 adult to 2 children (max)
Please note that three children under 8 years cannot be admitted with a single adult, and mixed age groups (e.g., a child under 4 and one under 7) require two accompanying adults*

13/06/2026

What a fantastic day our young people had at the Stendhal Festival ahead of the main event!

They enjoyed a brilliant range of activities, including Circus skills, spray painting and art, drumming, a magic show, comedy, music, singing, and so much more.

A huge thank you to Mark Hylands at Barnardos for the invitation, and to the Stendhal team for their warm hospitality, delicious food, and making everyone feel so welcome.

To top it all off, we even finished the day with ice creams! 🍦

A wonderful experience enjoyed by all 🎉 Stendhal Festival Mark Hylands

09/06/2026

Our young people enjoyed a tour of the NWRC Main Street campus last week. They had the opportunity to look around the facilities and learn more about the wide range of courses available starting this September.

A big thank you to Conor for taking the time to show us around and provide so much helpful information about the different opportunities on offer. 👏🏼

09/06/2026

- we are delighted to be supporting Infant Mental Health Awareness Week by delivering our "Growing Happy Babies" workshop to expectant and new parents this morning!

05/06/2026

Still a couple of spaces available:

💙Infant Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 💙

Did you know that a baby’s emotional wellbeing begins long before they can talk? The first year of life is a crucial time for building secure attachments, supporting brain development, and nurturing strong parent-baby relationships.
Join us for our Growing Happy Babies workshop, designed for expectant parents and parents with babies up to 12 months old. Together we'll explore how everyday interactions help babies feel safe, loved, and ready to thrive.

📍 Dry Arch Centre, Dungiven
📆 Tuesday 9th June 2026
🕤 9.30am – 11.00am
👶 Suitable for Sure Start registered expectant parents and parents with babies up to 12 months old. Babies are welcome to attend with their parent/carer.
📞📧 Booking essential
Contact Caroline on 028 7744 6317 or [email protected]
Let's celebrate Infant Mental Health Awareness Week by giving our little ones the very best start in life. 💕

05/06/2026

This , why not download the updated Parent Pack from Child Accident Prevention Trust . Lots of handy tips and tricks for keeping your child safe!

Download our free Parent’s Pack for bite-sized facts and safety tips on the biggest accident risks to children. Allowing you to make simple changes that can fit into busy routines.

👉Get yours here: https://capt.org.uk/resources/parents-pack/

05/06/2026

📱🧠 Digital Balance for Developing Brains 🧠📱

Screens are a part of everyday family life, but finding the right balance can sometimes feel challenging.
Join us for a practical workshop exploring how screen time impacts children's development and learn simple strategies to create healthy digital habits at home.

✨ Understanding screen time
✨ Supporting sleep and wellbeing
✨ Setting realistic boundaries
✨ Building a balanced approach to technology

A supportive, judgement-free session for parents and carers. Limited Sure Start Creche is available - contact Caroline to book on 028 7744 6317 or [email protected]

03/06/2026

🏊‍♂️STAY AND SWIM WITH ME🏊‍♂️
Calling all Male Parents / Carers! – come and make a splash with your little ones with this 4 week programme during Fathers Day month! Stay and Swim With Me is a fun-filled opportunity to spend quality time together in the pool, build confidence in the water, and create lasting memories.

📍 Roe Valley Leisure Centre
📅 Sundays 14th, 21st & 28th June, and 5th July
⏰ 11.00am – 12.00pm
📞 Booking is essential – contact Caroline on 028 7744 6317 or [email protected]

*Suitable for Sure Start registered male caregivers and their children. Siblings of Sure Start registered children are welcome to attend, but the pool safety rules must be adhered to:
Children Under 4 years old: 1 adult to 1 Child.
Children 4 to 7 years old: 1 adult to 2 children (max)
Please note that three children under 8 years cannot be admitted with a single adult, and mixed age groups (e.g., a child under 4 and one under 7) require two accompanying adults*