Warm, welcoming Stay & Play for ages 0–5

A magical stay & play where little ones can explore, play, learn and shine

A magical stay & play where little ones can explore, play, learn and shine

Gentle, joy-filled sessions designed for babies, toddlers and preschoolers — with sensory play, crafts, messy trays and a friendly local community for parents too. Home education and art group to start in September!

Gentle, joy-filled sessions designed for babies, toddlers and preschoolers — with sensory play, crafts, messy trays and a friendly local community for parents too. Home education and art group to start in September!

Loved by local families

5★ Facebook reviews

Parent and child enjoying a stay and play activity
Children enjoying creative stay and play activities

Meet Emma, founder and friendly face

Created with care for little learners and the grown-ups beside them

Created with care for little learners and the grown-ups beside them

Hi, I’m Emma!

I’m 21 years old and from Newhall, and I created my business because I’m passionate about supporting families and making a positive difference in my local community through early years education and childcare.

I hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years and a Level 2 qualification as a Teaching Assistant. Over the years, I’ve worked with children aged 0–11 and gained valuable experience supporting children with a wide range of needs and abilities.

My experience includes providing 1-to-1 support for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and working at an SEN youth club, helping children and young people feel included, supported, and confident.

I’m fully DBS checked and believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, explore, and thrive in a nurturing environment. My goal is to provide families with trusted support while creating fun, engaging, and enriching experiences for children.

Helping little minds grow, supporting families, and strengthening our community—one child at a time.

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Hopefully see you soon!

Emma

Hopefully see you soon!

Emma

Safe & gentle

Child-led play

Parent community

Find your nearest session

Weekly Stay & Play sessions designed around real family routines

Choose the weekday, location and time that works best for you. Sessions are friendly, relaxed and easy to book.

9.30am - 11.00am

Tuesday

Community stay & play

Linton Village Hall

9.30am - 11.00am

Wednesday

Community stay & play

Newhall Methodist Church

9:30am till 11:00am

Friday

Community stay & play

Swadlincote Town Hall

Simple, parent-friendly pricing

Single session

£5

Perfect for first visits or flexible weeks.

Additional sibling

£3.00

Reduced additional child pricing keeps family visits easy.

Childminder

£5.00

Any other child is classed as sibling. Proof is required.

Everything little ones need to explore, connect and shine

Sensory play

Textures, sounds and colours that invite gentle discovery.

Messy play

All the joy, exploration and squish — without the cleanup at home.

Crafts

Simple creative prompts that build confidence and imagination.

Community

A warm place to meet other local parents and carers.

Parents come for the play — and stay for the community

★★★★★

Such a lovely, welcoming session. My little one had so much to explore and I felt instantly at ease.

Local parent

★★★★★

The activities are always beautiful and thoughtful. It feels so much more special than a typical toddler group.

Facebook review

★★★★★

Emma makes everyone feel welcome. It’s become the highlight of our week.

Local family

Ready to give your little one a magical morning of play?

Ready to give your little one a magical morning of play?

Book your next session and join a welcoming local community where children can explore, learn and shine.

Book your next session and join a welcoming local community where children can explore, learn and shine.

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