Baby Sensory Newtownabbey And East Antrim

Our Fabulous Autumn Term will include ten weeks of exciting sensory fun. Our learning and development programme for babies from newborn to 13 months will include - Ideas for development - Books, Bells and Balls - Reflections - Tap and Clap... - Visual Development (Black and White Experience) - Weather Week - Music and Action ***Brand new class in collaboration with the Teletubbies*** -Surprises Every week and term is completely different.
Introductory offer *3 classes for £15* 5 weeks - £37.50 10 weeks (full term) - £70
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Still some spaces left at our free tasters in Mothercare tomorrow morning. Book on for free through the website. Any problems at all send a wee message to the page x

Tubby Playtime is on its way!!! I have just ordered the brand new lesson plan dedicated entirely to the fabulous Teletubbies, which our founder Dr Lin Day has written for our partnership with the creators of the Teletubbies!!
Not many weekly classes, baby groups and programmes are able to say they are partnered with the actual, real life, “Eh oh”, tubby custard-loving Teletubbies!!
All of our babies signed up to the Autumn term will get to experience the Teletubbies Special a...nd we simply cannot wait!!
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What have your little ones done this week?? We have finally mastered sitting up!! And he also said mama for the first time today (won't do it on demand though!) I would love to hear what milestones your little ones have been hitting. Comment below xox

Come and join us for a free taster this Saturday 25th August @10am or 10.45am in Mothercare Newtownabbey. *Pre Booking is essential* Just click the BOOK NOW to secure your free space.

We had so much fun at the Superhero Special today!! We rescued the sun☀️ from Baby Sensory's arch nemesis 'Saby Bensory'. Lots of great lights to enjoy... we know how much the babies love the lights! Loving this pic of wee Finn aka Raphael 🐢. Please share any good photos you took today in the comments below. We would love to see them!! Only 2 weeks left to the start of our Autumn Term. Can't wait! To book your spot in 🍂Antrim... 🍁Newtownabbey 🍂Doagh 🍁Carrickfergus Please click on the BOOK NOW button on our homepage to book your spot.
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So excited about our final Summer Special tomorrow... still a few spaces available at our extra 1.30pm class. Don't worry if you haven't got a costume just come and enjoy this spectacular ckass and help us rescue the sun from the evil 'Saby Bensory'. It's £10 for a baby and up to two adults.

***Free Taster Sessions***
Would you like to come and experience a taste of our Baby Sensory classes?
💭Where? Mothercare Newtownabbey (Longwood Road)... 💭When? Saturday 25th August @10am or 10.45am 💭Who? Anyone who has never been to a Baby Sensory class (or availed of an introductory offer). (Mums and Dads to be are also very welcome to come and watch) 💭How? Pre-booking is essential via the website or BOOK NOW button
*Limited spaces available - book now to avoid disappointment
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Exciting announcements!

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📣Calling all Baby sensory Graduates📣 Our fabulous follow on programme is now available to book for the Autumn Term. Suitable for little ones from 13 months to 4 years old. Lots of fun!

Motherhood...

Only one week to go until our Superhero special! I have been listening to the music all day and I can't wait! It is a very special class. We are currently fully booked but add your name to the wait list if you would be keen to attend a 1.30pm class (Sat 18th August).
Have you got a special outfit sorted for your little one? Here's a challenge. Let us know what it is using just emojis and see if we can guess.

You may have seen our offer: 🎊3 classes for £15🎊. Come and have a try before committing to a whole term. The offer is available at our classes in ☀️Antrim... ☀️Newtownabbey ☀️Doagh ☀️Carrickfergus (available to all new customers)
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☀️Baby Sensory Autumn Term!!☀️
👶🏻What is Baby Sensory and why do over 30,000 babies a week come to our classes in the UK?
⭐️We’re a learning and development programme specifically designed to be suitable from birth, taking your babies on a magical journey each week until they reach 13 months of age. From puppet shows and musical instruments, to baby signing, massage, singing and dancing...we offer an incredibly diverse range of activities which differ each week over the entir...e year!!
👶🏻Are we a new class?
⭐️No Baby Sensory launched in 2006 and classes now run from 28 countries! We’re proud award winners of multiple accolades in the field of Baby Development classes too!
👶🏻Are we just a ‘Mummy group’?
⭐️No! We have a huge number of Daddies, Grandparents, relatives and carers who come to class each week, contributing to our diverse, warm and welcoming environment.
👶🏻What happens at Baby Sensory?
⭐️You’ll experience 45 minutes of Sensory activities, visiting underwater worlds, lying beneath jungle vines, having a teddy bears picnic or zooming through space...you’ll also enjoy a vital 15 minute play-break in our huge exploratory play area!
👶🏻Will I learn anything from the classes?
⭐️Yes...you’ll learn loads! Our activities are backed by 35 years of expert research and experience and you’ll learn lots of useful development information along the way.
👶🏻Where’s my nearest class?
⭐️We run weekly classesin Antrim, Newtownabbey, Carrickfergus and Doagh so there’s bound to be a class near you! See comments for our timetable!
👶🏻Is my baby too young, too old, too mobile?
⭐️If your baby is under 13 months then Baby Sensory is for you! Our youngest baby was just 6 days old but the many of our young babies start around 4 weeks of age. In our mixed age classes we welcome crawlers and walkers who continue to benefit from all of our sessions.
👶🏻Do you offer any taster sessions?
We hope to host day of free tasters in Mothercare every very soon! If you keep an eye on our website, we also have an introductory offer of 3 classes for £15 - a great way to try out our classes without committing to the full term!
👶🏻What adventures can you expect at Baby Sensory in the Autumn term?
⭐️Weather Week, Water Splash, Visual Development, Books, Bells and Balls as well as our brand new Teletubbies plan brought to you in conjunction with the hit TV show!
👶🏻Ok I’m sold...How do I book?
⭐Click the BOOK NOW button
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🧦Sock puppet play🧦 We have a boy who is teething at the minute and nothing cheers him up more than the sock puppet. Such a simple idea and it has him giggling in no time. Lots of funny noises and peekaboo games and he soon forgets all about his teeth. His big brother is his favourite play buddy and he is quite the sock puppet pro. So if you are tired of all your toys why not raid the odd sock pile and have some fun? 🧦🧦🧦

Wow... look at the amazing cake that Ben had for his 1st birthday party today! (By Little Treats NI) Check out all the beautiful Baby Sensory characters. I love that our special 'Say Hello' song has played such a special part in your first year Ben. We have loved having you at class and we hope you had a brilliant day celebrating. 🎂
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Zara and I have attended Judith's baby sensory since she was 10 weeks old. Judith's passion and enthusiasm for working with babies and supporting their development shines through in every class! An amazing class where both parents and babies feel very welcome and comfortable! We simply love her classes and look forward to every Tuesday!

We love our baby sensory Mondays. Grace has attended since 5 weeks old. She adores Kelly and the baby sensory cd is on repeat in the car. Now Grace is nearly 1 we will miss class dearly but have loved every class and watching all her little friends grow and develop too.

We absolutely love baby sensory. Kelly is an absolutely brilliant leader and has made it such a fantastic experience. My lb has been going since he was ten weeks just continues to get more and more out of each class.

This class has been amazing for my little girl and also me. I can't describe how fun and lovely Judith is as she is so welcoming and so kind to all the babies and parents. My little girl usually hates tummy time at home but at class she loves being on her tummy. I have loved all the songs and themes every week and know that my Ava has loved her time there just seeing her smile all through the class has been amazing. I am definitively booking on for next term 😊

Such a wonderful first experience of baby sensory, thoughtful, bablance if stimulating and relaxing - so many interesting things to see touch and hear .

Sophie and I simply adore Judith's Baby Sensory classes. We have attended many other classes, including another from the same franchise and Carrick Baby Sensory is by far our favourite. Judith is clearly passionate about little people and she leads the classes with such enthusiasm. The babies are absolutely mesmerised by her, especially when the puppet shows make an appearance! Judith makes all the mummies and babies feel really welcome and truly cares about what she does which is demonstrated by the huge effort that she puts in each week. She explains the developmental aspects of each activity really well and I learn something new all the time. The songs are brilliant and we have so many favourites that we sing at home. Baby Sensory is a wonderful way to both have fun with and learn about your baby and I highly recommend. We will miss you in September �. Thank you for all your hard work, we have really enjoyed your classses xx.

Ollie and I love coming to baby sensory, this is our 2nd term and already we are looking forward to September. Judith is lovely and makes us feel so at ease, she is brilliant at what she does. Ollie is doing so well and is coming on leaps and bounds and he takes everything in during the classes. We have so much fun and look forward to it everyweek. Would highly recommended to anyone.

Lewis and I attended three terms of Baby Sensory classes that were ran by Judith. We loved every single one (and so did Granny when Mummy had to return to work). It was amazing to witness how well Lewis developed in these classes. I was shocked when I returned after being at work for a few months what Lewis was able to sign parts of the song and still enjoys this at home!! I would recommend these classes to everyone! Lewis got introduced to new things every week and was stimulated in different ways! It's also great for Mummy's to meet other mums with kids the same age as well! We will miss our time at baby sensory!

It's really hard to put into words how much we loved Judith's classes. Every class a new adventure, full of discovery and wonder. We have came away from class with brilliant ideas showing us how to use everyday household items in a fun stimulating and educational way. ( bath mats as a car seat play centre, pat bags, shake bottles, boxes filled with textures scents colours etc )

These classes aren't just for babies development but a wonderful place for mums/parents to come together get advice and make new friends. All this is due to Judith who is the star attraction of Baby Sensory. She is thoughtful, professional, charismatic and treats every baby as an individual. She ensures everyone's needs are met from the youngest newborn to the rowdy 13 month old. She is superb and I can not recommend her enough! Best class and instructor around � thank you for the amazing memories we have made, we shall cherish them!

Isabella and I loved attending baby sensory. Judith is very warm and welcoming. It's great to meet other mums. Watching my little girl enjoy each class every week was amazing (especially the amazing say hello song) and made so many happy memories and spending some great quality time with my daughter. It's great to see how the babies interact with each other and teaches some great skills from such a young age. I can not recommend these classes enough, with great hints and tips that you can try at home. I will very much miss attending the classes each week as Isabella is too old but looking forward to starting toddler sense!!

Isaac and I loved baby sensory. Each week was filled with new adventures, lots of fun and great ideas. The perfect class for bonding with your baby. I would highly recommend. A massive thank you to Judith xx

I can't think of a better class to have taken my son to. Judith is full of energy, care for the babies and so many bright ideas! My little boy was 5 weeks old when we started and we just had our last class the week before he turns 8 months. Can't thank Baby Sensory and Judith enough for our Monday quality time �

I am trying to find the words to do Judith Justice, I honestly cannot say enough just how amazing Baby sensory has been for Anna and I. I will cherish the memories and friends that we have made attending our classes every Tuesday. Judith has been a fantastic teacher providing me with ideas to take home and try, our personal favourite was the pat mat (laminating pouch). After being slightly concerned regarding Anna settling in to day care, I found that from attending sensory classes she has become more independent and interacts well with other children and babies. I would say to anyone who is sitting at home and is interested in attending a fun and innovative class please try this one! Thank you for everything Judith and all the best in the future. � Nikki and Anna

Have been attending Kelly's classes in Glengormley since my little boy was 7 weeks and we love it! At first I wasn't sure he was getting much out of it but he sleeps so well after every class and is now so alert and is thriving! I was recommended by a friend and I'm so glad she did!

Cannot recommend these classes enough. Kelly is a lovely girl. Freya absolutely loved them and has benefitted so much from the social interaction. Will be sad to finish these classes next week �

Brodie and I absolutely adore Judiths baby sensory class.. you will meet the most friendly people and grow friendships with all your babies. Judith is one of a kind, you will feel more than welcome at all class and greeted with the most friendly face. She has time for every single person who attends! I have learnt so much that I can bring home and continue to teach my baby to help him develop, from songs to signs! We love baby sensory �

Been going to the baby sensory since April this year and and Lb absolutely loves it! It's fantastic and he has developed in so many ways from starting the classes! I really enjoy it too, great interactions with other babies and mums! Judith has been great with all the different themes, it's been so much fun!�

Baby sensory has been amazing for Ramona, it's been fantastic to see her development over the 6 months we have been attending classes. Judith is just superb with the babies, holding their attention for an hour is no mean feat! We will be really sad when the time comes to move on.

Amazing class - best baby class there is. Kelly is so lovely and I’m so glad we got to spend so many terms with her. My little one started at about 8 weeks old and to watch him develop has been fantastic. Really sad not to be returning in September due to the end of maternity leave.

Zara and I have attended Judith's baby sensory since she was 10 weeks old. Judith's passion and enthusiasm for working with babies and supporting their development shines through in every class! An amazing class where both parents and babies feel very welcome and comfortable! We simply love her classes and look forward to every Tuesday!

We love our baby sensory Mondays. Grace has attended since 5 weeks old. She adores Kelly and the baby sensory cd is on repeat in the car. Now Grace is nearly 1 we will miss class dearly but have loved every class and watching all her little friends grow and develop too.

We absolutely love baby sensory. Kelly is an absolutely brilliant leader and has made it such a fantastic experience. My lb has been going since he was ten weeks just continues to get more and more out of each class.

This class has been amazing for my little girl and also me. I can't describe how fun and lovely Judith is as she is so welcoming and so kind to all the babies and parents. My little girl usually hates tummy time at home but at class she loves being on her tummy. I have loved all the songs and themes every week and know that my Ava has loved her time there just seeing her smile all through the class has been amazing. I am definitively booking on for next term 😊

Such a wonderful first experience of baby sensory, thoughtful, bablance if stimulating and relaxing - so many interesting things to see touch and hear .

Sophie and I simply adore Judith's Baby Sensory classes. We have attended many other classes, including another from the same franchise and Carrick Baby Sensory is by far our favourite. Judith is clearly passionate about little people and she leads the classes with such enthusiasm. The babies are absolutely mesmerised by her, especially when the puppet shows make an appearance! Judith makes all the mummies and babies feel really welcome and truly cares about what she does which is demonstrated by the huge effort that she puts in each week. She explains the developmental aspects of each activity really well and I learn something new all the time. The songs are brilliant and we have so many favourites that we sing at home. Baby Sensory is a wonderful way to both have fun with and learn about your baby and I highly recommend. We will miss you in September �. Thank you for all your hard work, we have really enjoyed your classses xx.

Ollie and I love coming to baby sensory, this is our 2nd term and already we are looking forward to September. Judith is lovely and makes us feel so at ease, she is brilliant at what she does. Ollie is doing so well and is coming on leaps and bounds and he takes everything in during the classes. We have so much fun and look forward to it everyweek. Would highly recommended to anyone.

Lewis and I attended three terms of Baby Sensory classes that were ran by Judith. We loved every single one (and so did Granny when Mummy had to return to work). It was amazing to witness how well Lewis developed in these classes. I was shocked when I returned after being at work for a few months what Lewis was able to sign parts of the song and still enjoys this at home!! I would recommend these classes to everyone! Lewis got introduced to new things every week and was stimulated in different ways! It's also great for Mummy's to meet other mums with kids the same age as well! We will miss our time at baby sensory!

It's really hard to put into words how much we loved Judith's classes. Every class a new adventure, full of discovery and wonder. We have came away from class with brilliant ideas showing us how to use everyday household items in a fun stimulating and educational way. ( bath mats as a car seat play centre, pat bags, shake bottles, boxes filled with textures scents colours etc )

These classes aren't just for babies development but a wonderful place for mums/parents to come together get advice and make new friends. All this is due to Judith who is the star attraction of Baby Sensory. She is thoughtful, professional, charismatic and treats every baby as an individual. She ensures everyone's needs are met from the youngest newborn to the rowdy 13 month old. She is superb and I can not recommend her enough! Best class and instructor around � thank you for the amazing memories we have made, we shall cherish them!

Isabella and I loved attending baby sensory. Judith is very warm and welcoming. It's great to meet other mums. Watching my little girl enjoy each class every week was amazing (especially the amazing say hello song) and made so many happy memories and spending some great quality time with my daughter. It's great to see how the babies interact with each other and teaches some great skills from such a young age. I can not recommend these classes enough, with great hints and tips that you can try at home. I will very much miss attending the classes each week as Isabella is too old but looking forward to starting toddler sense!!

Isaac and I loved baby sensory. Each week was filled with new adventures, lots of fun and great ideas. The perfect class for bonding with your baby. I would highly recommend. A massive thank you to Judith xx

I can't think of a better class to have taken my son to. Judith is full of energy, care for the babies and so many bright ideas! My little boy was 5 weeks old when we started and we just had our last class the week before he turns 8 months. Can't thank Baby Sensory and Judith enough for our Monday quality time �

I am trying to find the words to do Judith Justice, I honestly cannot say enough just how amazing Baby sensory has been for Anna and I. I will cherish the memories and friends that we have made attending our classes every Tuesday. Judith has been a fantastic teacher providing me with ideas to take home and try, our personal favourite was the pat mat (laminating pouch). After being slightly concerned regarding Anna settling in to day care, I found that from attending sensory classes she has become more independent and interacts well with other children and babies. I would say to anyone who is sitting at home and is interested in attending a fun and innovative class please try this one! Thank you for everything Judith and all the best in the future. � Nikki and Anna

Have been attending Kelly's classes in Glengormley since my little boy was 7 weeks and we love it! At first I wasn't sure he was getting much out of it but he sleeps so well after every class and is now so alert and is thriving! I was recommended by a friend and I'm so glad she did!

Cannot recommend these classes enough. Kelly is a lovely girl. Freya absolutely loved them and has benefitted so much from the social interaction. Will be sad to finish these classes next week �

Brodie and I absolutely adore Judiths baby sensory class.. you will meet the most friendly people and grow friendships with all your babies. Judith is one of a kind, you will feel more than welcome at all class and greeted with the most friendly face. She has time for every single person who attends! I have learnt so much that I can bring home and continue to teach my baby to help him develop, from songs to signs! We love baby sensory �

Been going to the baby sensory since April this year and and Lb absolutely loves it! It's fantastic and he has developed in so many ways from starting the classes! I really enjoy it too, great interactions with other babies and mums! Judith has been great with all the different themes, it's been so much fun!�

Baby sensory has been amazing for Ramona, it's been fantastic to see her development over the 6 months we have been attending classes. Judith is just superb with the babies, holding their attention for an hour is no mean feat! We will be really sad when the time comes to move on.

Amazing class - best baby class there is. Kelly is so lovely and I’m so glad we got to spend so many terms with her. My little one started at about 8 weeks old and to watch him develop has been fantastic. Really sad not to be returning in September due to the end of maternity leave.

Zara and I have attended Judith's baby sensory since she was 10 weeks old. Judith's passion and enthusiasm for working with babies and supporting their development shines through in every class! An amazing class where both parents and babies feel very welcome and comfortable! We simply love her classes and look forward to every Tuesday!

We love our baby sensory Mondays. Grace has attended since 5 weeks old. She adores Kelly and the baby sensory cd is on repeat in the car. Now Grace is nearly 1 we will miss class dearly but have loved every class and watching all her little friends grow and develop too.

We absolutely love baby sensory. Kelly is an absolutely brilliant leader and has made it such a fantastic experience. My lb has been going since he was ten weeks just continues to get more and more out of each class.

This class has been amazing for my little girl and also me. I can't describe how fun and lovely Judith is as she is so welcoming and so kind to all the babies and parents. My little girl usually hates tummy time at home but at class she loves being on her tummy. I have loved all the songs and themes every week and know that my Ava has loved her time there just seeing her smile all through the class has been amazing. I am definitively booking on for next term 😊

Such a wonderful first experience of baby sensory, thoughtful, bablance if stimulating and relaxing - so many interesting things to see touch and hear .

Sophie and I simply adore Judith's Baby Sensory classes. We have attended many other classes, including another from the same franchise and Carrick Baby Sensory is by far our favourite. Judith is clearly passionate about little people and she leads the classes with such enthusiasm. The babies are absolutely mesmerised by her, especially when the puppet shows make an appearance! Judith makes all the mummies and babies feel really welcome and truly cares about what she does which is demonstrated by the huge effort that she puts in each week. She explains the developmental aspects of each activity really well and I learn something new all the time. The songs are brilliant and we have so many favourites that we sing at home. Baby Sensory is a wonderful way to both have fun with and learn about your baby and I highly recommend. We will miss you in September �. Thank you for all your hard work, we have really enjoyed your classses xx.

Ollie and I love coming to baby sensory, this is our 2nd term and already we are looking forward to September. Judith is lovely and makes us feel so at ease, she is brilliant at what she does. Ollie is doing so well and is coming on leaps and bounds and he takes everything in during the classes. We have so much fun and look forward to it everyweek. Would highly recommended to anyone.

Lewis and I attended three terms of Baby Sensory classes that were ran by Judith. We loved every single one (and so did Granny when Mummy had to return to work). It was amazing to witness how well Lewis developed in these classes. I was shocked when I returned after being at work for a few months what Lewis was able to sign parts of the song and still enjoys this at home!! I would recommend these classes to everyone! Lewis got introduced to new things every week and was stimulated in different ways! It's also great for Mummy's to meet other mums with kids the same age as well! We will miss our time at baby sensory!

It's really hard to put into words how much we loved Judith's classes. Every class a new adventure, full of discovery and wonder. We have came away from class with brilliant ideas showing us how to use everyday household items in a fun stimulating and educational way. ( bath mats as a car seat play centre, pat bags, shake bottles, boxes filled with textures scents colours etc )

These classes aren't just for babies development but a wonderful place for mums/parents to come together get advice and make new friends. All this is due to Judith who is the star attraction of Baby Sensory. She is thoughtful, professional, charismatic and treats every baby as an individual. She ensures everyone's needs are met from the youngest newborn to the rowdy 13 month old. She is superb and I can not recommend her enough! Best class and instructor around � thank you for the amazing memories we have made, we shall cherish them!

Isabella and I loved attending baby sensory. Judith is very warm and welcoming. It's great to meet other mums. Watching my little girl enjoy each class every week was amazing (especially the amazing say hello song) and made so many happy memories and spending some great quality time with my daughter. It's great to see how the babies interact with each other and teaches some great skills from such a young age. I can not recommend these classes enough, with great hints and tips that you can try at home. I will very much miss attending the classes each week as Isabella is too old but looking forward to starting toddler sense!!

Isaac and I loved baby sensory. Each week was filled with new adventures, lots of fun and great ideas. The perfect class for bonding with your baby. I would highly recommend. A massive thank you to Judith xx

I can't think of a better class to have taken my son to. Judith is full of energy, care for the babies and so many bright ideas! My little boy was 5 weeks old when we started and we just had our last class the week before he turns 8 months. Can't thank Baby Sensory and Judith enough for our Monday quality time �

I am trying to find the words to do Judith Justice, I honestly cannot say enough just how amazing Baby sensory has been for Anna and I. I will cherish the memories and friends that we have made attending our classes every Tuesday. Judith has been a fantastic teacher providing me with ideas to take home and try, our personal favourite was the pat mat (laminating pouch). After being slightly concerned regarding Anna settling in to day care, I found that from attending sensory classes she has become more independent and interacts well with other children and babies. I would say to anyone who is sitting at home and is interested in attending a fun and innovative class please try this one! Thank you for everything Judith and all the best in the future. � Nikki and Anna

Have been attending Kelly's classes in Glengormley since my little boy was 7 weeks and we love it! At first I wasn't sure he was getting much out of it but he sleeps so well after every class and is now so alert and is thriving! I was recommended by a friend and I'm so glad she did!

Cannot recommend these classes enough. Kelly is a lovely girl. Freya absolutely loved them and has benefitted so much from the social interaction. Will be sad to finish these classes next week �

Brodie and I absolutely adore Judiths baby sensory class.. you will meet the most friendly people and grow friendships with all your babies. Judith is one of a kind, you will feel more than welcome at all class and greeted with the most friendly face. She has time for every single person who attends! I have learnt so much that I can bring home and continue to teach my baby to help him develop, from songs to signs! We love baby sensory �

Been going to the baby sensory since April this year and and Lb absolutely loves it! It's fantastic and he has developed in so many ways from starting the classes! I really enjoy it too, great interactions with other babies and mums! Judith has been great with all the different themes, it's been so much fun!�

Baby sensory has been amazing for Ramona, it's been fantastic to see her development over the 6 months we have been attending classes. Judith is just superb with the babies, holding their attention for an hour is no mean feat! We will be really sad when the time comes to move on.

Amazing class - best baby class there is. Kelly is so lovely and I’m so glad we got to spend so many terms with her. My little one started at about 8 weeks old and to watch him develop has been fantastic. Really sad not to be returning in September due to the end of maternity leave.