Leigh Park Best Start Family Hub

Best Start Family Hubs are local hubs where families can access a range of services all in one place. Think of them as a 'one-stop shop' for families with children from pregnancy through the early years and beyond. 

Find us at Leigh Park Library, 50 Park Parade, Leigh Park, Hampshire, PO9 5AB. Come and visit to see what's on offer!

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Weekly activity timetable Wider community offers

Free 6 week course for parents/carers of newborns - 12 months old

• Tuesdays 1:30 - 2:30pm - Takes place in an air conditioned room

Each week focuses on a different topic - these include sensory play, rhyme time, tummy time, reading with baby, talking to baby and bonding with baby.

Taking place in the Best Start Family Hub in Leigh Park library.

For more information visit the Library Service on the Hampshire County Council website. 

Did you know speech and language is crucial for your child as it supports their learning, social skills and wellbeing?

• Are you worried about your child's talking, listening or attention?
• Would you like to help your child learn and become a confident talker?

If so, First Words Together may be for you. Enjoy exploring stories, rhymes and learning 5 top tips with your child on our free 5 week course.

This course is for parents/carers with children aged 6 months to 30 months.

Register your interest

Have a question? You can contact your Hub Connector at Best.Start.Havant@hants.gov.uk or drop into the Family Hub during opening hours.

Is your child starting school soon? This FREE 6 week course will help your child's speech and language, learning, social skills and wellbeing.

• Are you worried about your child's talking, listening or attention?
• Would you like to get ideas for fun activities that will help your child be a confident talker and prepared for school?

If so, Early Words Together may be for you. Enjoy exploring talking, singing rhymes, sharing books and playing together.

This course is for parents/carers with children aged 3 - 4 years old.

Dates for your diary: Next 6 week course starts on Thursday 7 January.

Register your interest or pop into your Best Start Family Hub at Leigh Park library.

Have a question? You can contact your Hub Connector at Best.Start.Havant@hants.gov.uk or drop into the Family Hub during opening hours.

This free course is for parents/carers with children aged 3 - 4 years old

This programme will help you to:

• Understand children’s emotions and behaviour
• Build positive parent-child relationships
• Support healthy boundaries and managing behaviour
• Improve parental wellbeing and confidence and having the tools to help you

For more information and booking visit Health for Under 5's website

Come along to our FREE, inclusive sensory play drop-in session for children aged 0–5, including children with SEND or emerging additional needs. Siblings are welcome too.

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At your Best Start Family Hub, Leigh Park Library

What to expect: Children can explore sensory play, bubbles, water play, stories, songs and physical activities, with quiet spaces available for those who prefer a calmer environment.

It's a friendly opportunity to play, explore and have fun, while parents and carers can meet other local families and find out about support and services in the area.