01/10/2026
At Blackfordby Stay & Play, we love seeing the children having fun, getting messy, making things and dancing under the disco ball… but there’s so much more to a community playgroup than the activities we provide. ❤️
Groups like ours can be such an important part of family life, particularly during those early years.
They give children the opportunity to play alongside other children of different ages and backgrounds, helping them learn to share, communicate, build confidence and form their first friendships. Coming along each week also gives little ones a familiar routine and the chance to build relationships with different adults who become familiar, friendly faces.
And it’s not just the children who benefit. For parents, grandparents and carers, having somewhere to go, people to chat to and a regular opportunity to connect with others can make such a difference. Those cups of tea and conversations while the children play can provide friendship, support and a sense of belonging — and can be especially valuable for mental wellbeing during what can sometimes feel like an isolating stage of family life.
We’re proud that Blackfordby Stay & Play is a place where families can come as they are, meet new people, catch up with old friends and become part of our little community.
We’re a volunteer-run, non-profit group, and every Tuesday and Thursday morning we see the lovely benefits of that community coming together. From tiny babies meeting their first playmates to older children making friendships before they head off to nursery or school, it’s wonderful to watch those connections grow. 💛
Thank you to all the families who help make Blackfordby Stay & Play what it is. We really couldn’t do it without you!
