Children
Sunday Groups
All our Sunday groups run every Sunday morning at the 10:30am service during school term time.
Wrigglers (0 – 2yrs)
Wrigglers is our crèche which caters for new-borns to young children up to 2 years. During the session a variety of toys are played with, songs are sung and the children are prayed for. Volunteers are trained to support parents and children as they are left independently, although parents occasionally stay with their child.
Movers (2 – 4 or 5yrs)
Movers is the group for children in Early Years Foundation Stage. Children are invited into Movers around their second birthday, and typically stay until the summer term before they start Reception. Occasionally, children stay an extra year in Movers if their parents feel it would suit them better. In this group, children explore Bible stories and themes using a multi-sensory play-based approach. We also sing worship songs and have a time of prayer.
Shine Out & Soak Up (School Years Reception – 4)
The group is for reception to year 4, unless extenuating circumstances., although occasionally we will also have Reception children if this group suits them better. When they enter the room, the children have a choice of two zones – a quiet, reflective zone (Soak Up) and a louder, more active zone (Shine Out). Each zone has a bible story, some crafts, some games and some prayer activities. Children are allowed to choose where they go, and how they engage with the session. We finish every session with a joint Chat and Catch time, learning to pray.
Interact (School Years 5 – 6)
This group is for children in years 5 and 6. They move into this group the Easter before they enter Year 5, and leave it the Easter before they enter Year 7. Whilst they are in this group, children have time to study the Bible, ask questions, and take part in themed activities and games. We finish each session with Chat and Catch time, helping the children to deepen their relationship with God.
Weekday Groups
All our weekday groups are hosted in the church building, and run every week during school term time.
Tiddlies Praise (0 – under 5's)
Tiddlies Praise is a toddler group hosted by St. Paul’s Church. It is a free group, with no membership restrictions. All are welcome! Tiddlies Praise is a space where children can play together with a range of toys and soft play equipment, and parents can gather to support and develop friendships. During the sessions, we have a break in play to sing together and listen to a story. Snacks and drinks for children and adults are provided throughout the session.
When: Tuesdays, 10:00 – 11:15am
Thursday Club Juniors (School Years 4 – 6)
When: Thursdays, 5:15 – 6:30pm
TCJ is a group that meets weekly during term time to build friendships and grow discipleship in the children's lives. We have lots of fun, with sports, crafts, activities and always end with a time to discuss an aspect of the Christian faith. All are welcome.
Additional Info
For children regularly attending our Sunday groups, we ask parents and carers to fill in a consent form that can be found here. If you are visiting there is no obligation to do so, but please let ministry leaders know any relevant information about your children.
If your child has SEND requirements we would like to be able to support your child to the best of our abilities. In order to enable this, please speak to a member of the children's ministry leadership team after the service or email them to arrange an appropriate time to meet midweek.
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