Parent and toddler groups
A chance to meet other parents and carers and to have fun with your child. Groups are usually run by parent committees and may have a small charge. Some groups only run during term time.
Dads Rock playgroup
These are playgroups for dads and male carers and their children (aged 0-5yrs) which run on Saturdays and Sundays at 10 am at
For more information and to book visit the email hello@dadsrock.org.uk or call 0780 749 8709
Gaelic parent and toddler groups
These Gaelic parent and toddler groups are currently running at
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Mondays 9.15 to 11 am, Bun-sgoil Taobh na Pàirce. Must be booked in advance on .
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Mondays 12.45 to 2.30 pm, Bun-sgoil Taobh na Pàirce. Must be booked in advance on .
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Tuesdays 9.15 to 11.30am, Bun-sgoil Taobh na Pairce. Must be booked in advance on .
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Wednesdays 9.45 to 11.30 am, Tollcross Community Centre. Must be booked in advance on
For up-to-date news on sessions visit the , , or email
Parent and toddler groups in North East Edinburgh
The Venchie parent and toddler group
This group runs on Wednesdays from 9.15 am to 11.15 am at
The Venchie
61 Niddrie Mains Terrace
EH16 4NX
There is a cost of £1 which includes snacks.
For more information cakk 0131 629 9546.
Richmond Tots
This group runs on Wednesdays from 9:30-11am at
Toddlers @ The Mission
This group runs Mondays from 9.45 am to 11.45 am during term time. Participants can enjoy lots of fun free play time, stories, songs, snacks and a cuppa for carers. A 50p donation is welcome. The group runs at
For more information call 0774 257 5843 or 07709 899589.
Sandy's Parent and Toddler Group
This group runs on Mondays and Thursdays from 11 am to 1.30 pm. Attending is free; however, a snack is optional for a cost of £1.50. Filled rolls are available for adults for a cost of £1.00 Sessions run at
For more information email sandyscommunitycentre@gmail.com
Wee Hope Baby and Toddler Group
This group runs on Thursdays from 9.30-11.00 am during term time. Families can enjoy Bible stories, songs and a snack. The group runs at
Willowbrae Parish Church Parent and Toddler Group
This group runs on Thursdays from 10 am to 12 pm for parents and children aged nought to three years. The group runs at
Edinburgh
For more information call 0131 661 8259
Portobello and Joppa Toddler Group
This group runs on Fridays during term time from 9.45 am to 11.15 am. The group runs at
Join the Portobello and for more information or call 0131 657 3401
Busy Bees at Bellfield Parent and Toddler Group
This group runs on Tuesdays from 10 am to 12 pm. All parents, grandparents and carers are welcome. Toys are suitable for babies up to preschool. A charge of £3 per family includes tea, coffee and biscuits. The group meets in the large hall at
For more information email busybeesbellfield@gmail.com or visit the
St Margaret’s parent and toddler group
This group runs on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10am to 11.15am at
St Margaret Episcopal Church
170 Easter Road
Leith
EH7 5QE
Pre-booking is required by emailing stmegspandtgroup@gmail.com or visiting the
St Paul’s and St George’s Church babies and toddlers
This group runs on Thursdays from 10am to 11.30am and 2pm to 3.30pm at
St Paul’s and St George’s Church
46 York Place
EH1 3JW
A £2 donation is welcome. Register to attend at the
Duddingston Kirk Toddlers
This parent and toddler group runs for babies and children up to the age of three with their parents, grandparents and carers for play and chat on Wednesdays (term time) from 9.15 am to 11.15 am. Sessions cost £1 per family per week which includes drinks, healthy snacks and biscuits. No need to book just come along to
For more information visit the
Parent and toddler groups in North West Edinburgh
Cramond Kirk Toddler group
This group runs on Tuesdays from 9.30am to 11.30am at
Holy Cross Church Hall Toddlers
This toddler group runs on Fridays from 9.30am to 11.30am at
Holy Cross Church Hall
Quality Street Davidson Mains
EH4 5BS
For more information visit the or email holycrosstoddlers@gmail.com.
KCC babies and toddlers
This group runs on Thursdays from 9.30 am to 11.15 am at
Kirkliston Community Church Hall
70 Main Street
Kirkliston
EH29 9AB
Please bring a snack for your child. Booking is required each week on the
For more information email samwynne@kirklistoncc.com.
Inverleith St Serfs Church toddler group
This drop-in group for parents and carers of children under runs on Wednesdays from 10 am to 12 noon at
Inverleith St Serfs Church Hall
Clark Road
EH5 3BD
For more information visit the or call Sandra Brady at 0131 467 7185
Kirkliston Community Centre toddler 0 to fours
This group runs on Mondays at 9.30am to 11.30 am at
Kirkliston Community Centre
Queensferry Road
EH29 9AP
For more information visit the or call 0131 333 4214.
Newhaven Church toddler group
This group runs on Tuesdays at 10 am to 12 noon at
To be added to the waiting list email toddlers@n-c.org.uk.
St Thomas' Parent and Toddlers group - nought to three
This group runs on Tuesdays from 10am to 11.30am at
For more information call Hilary via the church office 0131 285 8782 or email churchoffice@saintthomas.org.uk
Corstorphine Community Centre Baby and toddler group
For parents and their babies from birth until 2 years, the group runs on Mondays from 10 am to 11.30 am at
Parent and toddler groups in South East Edinburgh
Salvation Army Little Gems toddler group
This group runs on Mondays from 10 am to 12 pm during term time at
The Salvation Army
1 East Adam Street
EH8 9TF
The £1 cost includes snacks and drinks.
For more information call 0131 667 4313.
Chalmers Church baby and toddler group
The Chatterbox baby and toddler group is for children aged 0 to 5 years and their parents or carers. Sessions run on Tuesdays during term time from 10am to 11.15 am at
For more information visit the email chatterbox@chalmerschurch.org or call 0131 447 0000
City Tots
This group runs term time on Wednesdays from 10am to 11.30am during term time at Carrubbers Christian Centre. Enter via the café on Chalmers Street next to
For more information visit the .
Reid Memorial Hall Toddler Group
This group runs on Wednesdays from 10am to 11.30am at
For more information visit the or call 0131 662 1203
Kingstots baby and toddler group
Kingstots is free for the first visit and £1.00 per family thereafter. The group runs term time on Tuesdays from 10 am to 11.30 am at
Kings Church
104 Gilmore Place
EH3 9PL
For more information email office@kingschurchedinburgh.org or call 0131 629 6119
Greenbank Baby and Toddler group
This group runs term time on Thursdays and Fridays from 9.45 am to 11.15 am during term time. The group is suitable for 0 to three years costs £2 and runs at
Firniehill Church Little Button’s Playgroup
This group runs on Thursdays from 9.30am to 11am, 50p is charged for refreshments. The group runs at
For more information call 0131 664 2853
Gracemount Community Church Little Tots
This group runs on Mondays from 9.30am to 11am at
For more information visit the
Morningside Parish Church Baby and Toddler Group
This group runs on Mondays from 10 am to 11.30 am at Morningside Paris church
EH10 6BQ
For more information call 0131 447 6745
Barclay Viewforth Church Hall Toddlers
Barclay Viewforth Church
Marchmont St. Giles babies to pre-schoolers
This group runs on Thursdays from 10am to 12pm.
Liberton Kirk Toddler Group
This group runs on Wednesdays from 10am to 11.30am. There is a cost of £2.
28-30 Kirkgate
For more information contact
0131 664 8264
Parent and toddler groups in South West Edinburgh
Ratho Community Centre under fives group
This group offers different activities including Bookbug during these sessions and runs between 10am and 12pm on Tuesday mornings at
Ratho Community Centre School Wynd
Ratho
EH28 8TT
For more information contact Ratho Community Centre call 0131 333 1055 or email Patricia.Flynn@ea.Edin.sch.uk
Parent and tots group at Clovenstone Community Centre
This group runs on Fridays from 9.30 am to 11.30 am, at
Clovenstone Community Centre
54 Clovenstone Centre
EH14 3EY
For more information email susan.rogers2@ea.edin.sch.uk.
Polwarth Parish Church baby and toddler group
This group is run on Mondays from 9.30am to 11am. Families are asked to pay a £1 donation each week for hall hire. Hot drinks and biscuits are also available for a donation of £1. The group runs at
Polwarth Parish Church
36-38 Polwarth Terrace
EH11 1LU
For more information visit the .
Hope City Church Toddler Group
This group runs on Wednesdays between 10.30am and 12pm during term time. All parents, carers and their preschool children are welcome. The group runs at
For more information email info@hopecityedinburgh.org
Baby and toddler group at St Brides Community Centre
The group costs £1 per family, and hot drinks and a snack for children are included. The group runs on Fridays between 9.30am and 11.30am at
St Brides Community Centre
10 Orwell Terrace
EH11 2DZ
For more information email CLD-Stbrides@ea.edin.sch.uk or call 0131 346 1405
Holy Trinity Church Play Café
This group runs for parents/ carers and toddlers on Mondays from 9.30am to 11am at
For more information email churchoffice@holytrinitywesterhailes.org.uk or call 0131 442 3304
Longstone Baby and Toddler Group
The group runs on Tuesdays from 10am to 11am. There is a charge of £3 per session. No booking is required, just drop in at
For more information visit the
Oxgangs Neighbourhood Centre Parent and Toddler Group
The group runs for parents/ carers and children nought to three years on Tuesdays from 10am to 12pm at
For more information contact call 0131 466 0678 email oxgangsneighbourhoodcentre@gmail.com
Parent and toddler group
This group runs on Thursdays from 9.15am to 10.50am at
For more information contact karen.1.robertson@ea.edin.sch.uk
Nether Currie Parents, baby and toddler group
This group runs on Fridays from 9.30am and 11.30am at
For more information visit the .
Currie Community Church Parent, baby and toddler group
This group runs on Mondays from 10am to 11.30 am at
For more information contact 0777 634 8727.