Children & Family Centre Blog

Welcome to our Children & Family Centre Blog, a space where we share helpful updates, activity ideas, Early Years guidance, and news from across our centres in Cheltenham and Tewkesbury. Here you’ll find information on children’s activities, parenting support, SEND resources, community events, and everything happening within our Family Hubs.

Whether you’re looking for things to do with your child, want to understand more about Early Years support, or simply want to stay connected with what’s happening across our centres, this is the place to start.

Monday 8 June 2026 Preventing Burns at Home: Hot Drinks, Straighteners and Kitchen Safety Everyday household items cause most childhood burns, but small changes prevent almost all of them.
Thursday 4 June 2026 International Day of Play 2026 At Aspire Foundation we are really looking forward to celebrating the International Day of Play on 11 June 2026. This year's theme, Protect play, protect childhood, feels especially meaningful for families with babies. When children are tiny, play can look so simple that it is easy to overlook how important it really is. Yet every giggle, splash, wobble and curious stare is helping your baby learn about their body, their senses and the people around them.
Monday 1 June 2026 10 Essential Tips to Keep Your Child Safe This Child Safety Week Discover 10 essential child safety tips inspired by the Child Accident Prevention Trust (CAPT) for Child Safety Week. Learn how to prevent common accidents at home and find details of Aspire Foundation’s upcoming First Aid Workshops in Gloucestershire.
Friday 1 May 2026 Free / Low Cost Baby Groups in Gloucestershire (Cheltenham / Tewkesbury) Finding affordable baby groups can make a huge difference during the early years. Whether you're looking for a friendly place to meet other parents, activities to support your baby's development, or simply something fun to do during the week, there are plenty of free and low‑cost baby groups available across Cheltenham, Tewkesbury, and Brockworth.
Wednesday 1 April 2026 What Children’s Activities Are Happening Near Me? What Children’s Activities Are Happening Near Me? Full list of activities can be found here: https://aspirefoundation.org.uk/Diary/