Watford & Three Rivers Family Centre Service

03/06/2026

Meet Bradley👋

After retiring, Bradley decided to explore volunteering and find out more about giving back to his community💛

Since joining us, he’s discovered that volunteering has given him a real sense of purpose, connection, and routine.

Hear more from Bradley here. 🎥👇

For more information about volunteering and how you can get involved, visit: https://buff.ly/Ps2T5MC 🌐

02/06/2026

This Volunteers’ Week, we’ll hear from some of our incredible volunteers who give their time to support the Family Centre Service. They will be sharing their experiences, stories, and what volunteering means to them. 🙌

Get to know our volunteers, be inspired by their journeys, and join us in saying a huge THANK YOU for all their hard work and dedication. 👏🌟

For more information about volunteering and how you can get involved, visit: https://buff.ly/Ps2T5MC 🌐

02/06/2026

Come and join us at Beechfield Family Centre, we run a weekly Baby Group, Peep Learning through Play session, parenting courses and more! 😊

01/06/2026

Peep fun fact: Peep were the consultants for CBeebies Baby/Toddler Club and also Netflix favourite Gecko’s Garage!

How have you been finding our Peep sessions?

Have you had a chance to do a ‘TDAH’ yet – which was your favourite?

We’d love to hear your feedback! Drop us a comment below or send us a private message.

Things to do at home - from the Peep Learning Together Programme....

01/06/2026

This Volunteers’ Week our fantastic volunteers would love to tell you more about their experiences of volunteering with the Family Centre Service, and what it means to them. 💛✨

Here’s Lynn, one of our brilliant Volunteer Leads, to tell you more.

Look out for our volunteer stories throughout the week.👏

For more information about volunteering and how you can get involved, visit: https://buff.ly/Ps2T5MC 🌐

01/06/2026

🚸 Child Safety Week 2026 takes place from Monday 1st – Sunday 7th June, helping families gain the confidence and skills needed to manage everyday risks to children’s safety.

There are lots of ways to get involved:
👉 Follow Child Accident Prevention Trust
👉 Sign up to stay updated, find out how you can take part, and access free resources: Sign up here https://buff.ly/Dv5pUbc

29/05/2026

👶 Looking to weigh your baby? 💖

Our Self Weigh Stations are a great way to check your baby’s weight and get support from trained staff on various health and parenting topics.

We offer two ways to weigh your baby:
1️⃣ Book an appointment via Eventbrite (bring your ticket for bookable sessions)
2️⃣ Drop in at specific times (see our What’s On page here: https://buff.ly/3VwKtsT)

Check your baby’s progress at 16 weeks, 20 weeks, 8 months, and 12 months. If your baby is outside of these key touchpoints or you have any concerns, contact your health visitor on 0300 123 7572.

Tip: Don’t forget to bring a thin blanket or baby mat for the scales. ⚖️

For more details, visit: https://buff.ly/3PiKdet

28/05/2026

This summer, Step2Skills is bringing learning closer to home with a fantastic range of Learning in Libraries courses, delivered in partnership with Hertfordshire Libraries

Hosted in welcoming, local library spaces, these courses offer the perfect opportunity to build new skills in a supportive and accessible environment.
From digital skills to confidence building and pathways into working in schools, the summer programme is designed to help you grow your confidence, explore new interests, or take your next step towards employment or further learning.

What's Coming Up
📚️ Introduction to Working in Schools - Begins 2nd June - 9.15am - Oxhey Library - £35
📚️Introduction to Working in Schools - Begins 2nd June - 1pm - Hemel Hempstead Library - £35
📚️Digital Skills for Work - Begins 3rd June - 2pm - Stevenage Library - £35
📚️Boost Your Confidence - Begins 3rd June - 9.30am - Oxhey Library - £35
📚️Digital Photography - Begins 23rd June - 10.15am - Hatfield Library - £35
📚️Digital Photography - Begins 25th June - 1.30pm - Hoddesdon Library - £35
📚️Social Media for Business - Begins 25th June - 9.30am - Hoddesdon Library - £35
📚️Motivation and Time Management - Begins 8th July - 9.30am - Oxhey Library - £10
📚️Level 1 Award in Setting and Achieving Personal Goals - Begins 3rd June - 1pm - Hatfield Library - £55
📚️Level 2 Award in Digital Marketing - Begins 3rd June - 10.15am - Stevenage Library - £55

Whether you’re looking to boost your career prospects, discover a new passion, or invest some time in yourself, find out more about dates, locations and how to book:
https://buff.ly/XexYKoY

28/05/2026

We’re pleased to share that Abi DeMornay-Davies, Childcare Inclusion Officer, will be attending upcoming SEND Chat and Play sessions:

📍 25th June
Otley Family Centre, Otley Way, South Oxhey Watford WD19 7TB
13:00 - 14:00
📍 3rd July
Westfield & Littlebury Family Centre, Watford, WD18 6NS
10:00 - 11:00

Abi will be available to offer guidance and support around Early Years childcare, including help for families with children aged 0–4 and those with SEND.

As part of her role, Abi is also focusing on reaching and supporting families who may be eligible for Early Learning for 2-year-olds, particularly those who may benefit most from additional support.

Please see the attached leaflet for more information

Feel free to come along, ask questions, and find out what support is available!

28/05/2026

Please note that Physical Fun sessions at Westfield & Littlebury Family Centre, Watford, WD18 6NS will not be running on 10th June and 1st July due to staff training.

Thank you for your understanding.