Derbyshire Families Information Service - FIS

29/10/2026

🌟 New SEND Stay & Play Session at Birdholme Family Hub! 🌟

If you live in or near Chesterfield and have a little one with emerging or identified SEND needs, why not come along to our new Little Exploring Pals stay and play session?

This free, friendly and inclusive session gives babies, toddlers and their families the chance to explore through sensory play, interactive activities and learning through play in a relaxed and supportive environment.

💙 Free to attend
💙 Open to all families
💙 Great sensory play and exploration opportunities
💙 A welcoming space to meet other parents and carers and access support

For full details about this session, and to discover other activities, services and support available for families, visit our Online Family Hub. You'll find information about what's happening at Birdholme Family Hub, other Family Hubs across Derbyshire, and a wide range of local and countywide support for children, young people and families.

🔗 https://caya-apps.derbyshire.gov.uk/Synergy/SynergyWeb/derbyshire_FIS_Hub/BSILFamilyHubMain.aspx

28/10/2026

🎨⭐ New Stay & Play Sessions at Your Local Family Hub! ⭐🎨

If you live in or near Chesterfield or Cotmanhay and have young children, why not come along to one of our new Ready, Steady, Play! sessions at the Best Start in Life Family Hubs?

Starting Friday 6 November, these free sessions are open to all families with children aged 2-4 and are a great way for little ones to play, explore and make new friends in a fun and welcoming environment.

👶 Fun activities and play opportunities
🤝 Meet other local parents and carers
🏡 Pick up ideas to support your child's learning and development at home
💙 Free and open to all families

See the attached flyer for details of your local session.

Looking for more activities, support and services for your family? Visit our online Family Hub to find out what's happening at your local Family Hub and across Derbyshire:

👉 https://caya-apps.derbyshire.gov.uk/Synergy/SynergyWeb/Derbyshire_FIS_Hub/

27/10/2026

🌟 Have you ever thought about becoming a Childminder? 🌟
Join our free online briefing session to find out more about what it takes to become a registered Childminder in Derbyshire.
During the session you'll:
✅ Gain an overview of the Ofsted registration process
✅ Have the opportunity to ask questions to our Early Years Improvement Team
✅ Review the pre-registration briefing pack
📅 Tuesday 3 November 2026
🕙 10:00am or 6:00pm
💻 Online via Microsoft Teams
To receive your joining link, please contact: 📧 [email protected]

26/10/2026

🎃👻 Looking for some Halloween fun without the fright? 👻🎃

The CBeebies Parenting website has some fantastic Halloween game ideas for babies, toddlers and young children. From spooky-themed play and sensory activities to simple games that encourage imagination, communication and family fun, there are lots of easy ways to enjoy Halloween together at home.

Take a look and try some of the ideas with your little ones: 🔗 https://www.bbc.co.uk/tiny-happy-people/articles/z643vwx

🎃 Perfect for keeping little monsters entertained this half term! 👻

We've listed some free and easy indoor Halloween activity ideas that you and your preschoolers can try at home or at a party this year.

25/10/2026

🌟 Free Family Activities Near You! 🌟

The new Birdholme Family Hub and Cotmanhay Family Hub What's On Guides are here!

Join us for a range of FREE stay and play sessions and family activities designed to help children learn, play and make new friends. We also offer a number of sessions for children with SEND and their families. No booking is required for these sessions - just come along and join in.

Whether you're looking for play opportunities, support services, parenting information or local activities, your Family Hub is here to help.

For full details of what's happening at your local Family Hub visit our online hub here👇
https://caya-apps.derbyshire.gov.uk/Synergy/SynergyWeb/derbyshire_FIS_Hub/BSILFamilyHubMain.aspx

24/10/2026

🎃👻 Spooky Story Time & Halloween Crafts at Clay Cross Library! 👻🎃

Looking for some half-term fun? Pop along to Clay Cross Library on Monday 26 October, 2.00pm - 4.00pm for a spook-tacular afternoon of stories and craft activities!

📚 Spooky story time
🎨 Halloween-themed crafts
✅ Free event
👧🧒 For children aged 4-11 years

📞 To book your free place or find out more, contact Clay Cross Library on 01629 537084 or scan the QR code on the poster.

23/10/2026

🎃Did you know some fancy dress costumes are highly flammable so they can ignite almost instantly and burn fast?👻

To be extra safe look for a label that says: “This garment has undergone additional safety testing for flammability” and stay well away from fire.

For more top tips on how to this Halloween visit: https://capt.org.uk/halloween/?fbclid=IwY2xjawVER71leHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5yf_HTQdM_mrAeqCWGbN9YOjGFAhmaaMpK68tCjBAECl58crttufF6z6jp6A_aem_uWlZe4lyIejL2E82N5bBfw

22/10/2026

🎃 Free Halloween Fun in Chesterfield! 🎃

Looking for something spooky to do this half term? Head to Chesterfield Market on 31 October (10.30am-2.30pm) for free family fun including face painting, arts and crafts, spooky stilt walkers, a pumpkin trail and an animation workshop where children can create their own mini spooky film.

👻 Free to attend
📍 Chesterfield Market & Market Hall

🎃👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

21/10/2026

🎃 Kids Eat Free (or for £1) October Half Term 2026 👻

Updates here 👇
https://moneysavingcentral.co.uk/kids-eat-free?fbclid=IwY2xjawU9XldleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5-Dc8Zny53ZuHoB_8vGySCwYCzUjs_Dub0_D8q8Cr1LHtLX-jETl6mmcHNUw_aem_MC5TNN_45vmZDrTV7DzWAQ

20/10/2026