Children and Families at St Peter's

We love welcoming children and families into our church building and community and offer regular weekly and monthly activities as well as occasional events. Our Children and Families Ministry Leader is Stacey Van Dyk and you can contact her here.

Special Events

A Special 'Nativity' Messy Church

Sunday, 6 December 10 AM. Curious about Messy Church? Join us for a Christmas "Taster"! There will be gingerbread cookie decorating, Christmas tree ornament making, a Nativity drama, Christmas songs, and a Christmas tea. Come dressed as your favourite Nativity character or borrow one of our costumes. All are welcome!

Weekday Programmes

Little Fishes

Mondays, 9:00-11:00 AM. A drop-in stay 'n' play for under 5's along with their parents or carers (term time only). Light refreshments will be offered. Find us in the Old School Room and courtyard!  

After School Drop In

Mondays, 3:15-4:30 PM. A round-robin of after-school activities for children aged 0-9 with parents or carers (term time only). Toys and blocks for preschool children. Colouring sheets for all. Includes sandwiches, fruit and veggies, biscuits, squash, tea and coffee for adults. Everyone is welcome! 

Lego Club

Thursdays, 3:15-4:30 PM. A drop-in Lego play time for Lego lovers aged 0-9 with parents or carers (term time only). Preschool corner with Duplo. Colouring sheets for everyone. Includes sandwiches, fruit and veggies, biscuits, squash, tea and coffee for adults. All are welcome!

Sunday Programmes

The Children's Area has comfy cushions, books, building toys, plushies, and colouring for any child who would like to enjoy this spot! 

Messy Church: Jesus Heals a Little Girl

Sunday, 8 November, 3:30-5:00 PM. There will be games, activities, crafts, and lots of fun! We will gather together at 4:00 PM for a Bible story and songs before ending our time with a light meal. All families with children aged 0-9 are welcome to attend. 

All Age Service: A Story about Bags of Gold

Sunday, 15 November, 10:00 AM. Join us as we consider courage and the Kingdom of God. There will be a Bible story drama, discussion time, family friendly songs, a crafty-y prayer time, as well as a craft and colouring in the children's area.

Safeguarding

All children’s ministry leaders and key volunteers are DBS-checked. Beth Knowles leads our Parish Safeguarding Team. Each year St Peter’s PCC reviews its safeguarding policy. See our dedicated Safeguarding page for further information.