All classes run from The Courtyard, Burscough.

Baby Sensory- has a range of classes to suit your babies' needs:-

Birth to 6 months - for younger babies and tailored for the needs of our youngest participants, classes focus on the foundational and emotional aspects of baby development 

6 to 13 months for older babies and more mobile babies, the classes may vary in activities and pace to accommodate evolving developmental needs 

Birth - 13months -If you have a friend with a baby who is slightly older/younger, or you can't make one of the split-age classes we also offer a birth to 13 month old class.

Why attend our classes?

Baby Sensory is a multi-award winning learning and developmental programme. Behind each session is a detailed lesson plan which is backed up with 40+ years of practical experience and research with parents and babies.  You and your baby will experience a huge variety of sensory experiences and discover ways to communicate with each other. You will gain the support and knowledge necessary to lead babies' learning and development forwards, in the most important year of their life.  During this time your babies' brain will double in size- how phenomenal is that?

How do classes develop my baby?

Our activities are lovingly designed to stimulate your babies' brain, building trillions of new brain cell connections. Incorporating creative play, tummy time, movement, games, lights, visual aids, massage, songs, signs and rhymes benefits your baby immensely for different reasons.  To name a few benefits, they aid eye development, motor skills, the sense of touch and smell, imagination, concentration, understanding, emotional development, listening skills, memory, speech and language.

Structure of class

Each session is 1 hour long and we follow babies' natural hourly cycle of play- rest- play, to ensure they are not over-stimulated. We begin with our unique "Say Hello to the Sun Song" where you can sing and sign to your baby, followed by some guided activities.  Half way through we give babies' the opportunity to have a rest in our exploratory play area.  This is the perfect time to have a chat with other parents and make new friends.  We follow with more guided activities, ending with our soothing "Wave Goodbye" song. Your little one will establish a wonderful routine as they gain confidence each week.

With over 50 different sessions, the year long programme will provide plenty of ideas for home play, create lots of smiles, happy memories and enhance this precious time you have with your baby.

What if my baby goes to sleep?

Please don’t worry if your little one is sleepy, this is completely normal and shows that they are relaxed. It’s very tiring to grow especially in those early weeks. Regardless of this, your baby will still take in 70% of everything that’s going on around them. A great excuse to continue, to build that bond with kisses, cuddles, tickles and singing.

Is my baby too young for the class?

It is never too early to support your baby's development and our youngest babies have been just 2 weeks old, however you can join us whenever you are ready. The classes are designed from birth and babies generally sleep very well after.

My chosen class is fully booked- Please look at the timetable and maybe choose an alternative class. This will also provide priority booking for next term. Alternatively please join the waitlist and we will let you know when there is availability 

Parking - is available within the area. 

Changing- baby change facilities are provided 

Feeding- Please feel free to feed your baby at any time within the class. We only ask that weaning babies are accommodated away from the sensory area to avoid any allergy issues and to keep to play areas clean for everyone. 

Can my partner/ friend attend? While space may be limited around the sensory area we will always try our best to accommodate visitors. If you have any questions, please ask your class practitioner. 

Do I have to wait for a new term? Subject to availability you can join classes at any time. Don't worry we have so much variety to enjoy, every week is different and you will only pay for the remaining classes within the term. 

I can't commit to a term? We know shifts or circumstances may get in the way. Please contact your class practitioner on the details on the home page and ask for any PAYG or special events where you could attend. We will try to help you, subject to availability. Any special events outside of terms are open to everyone

Sounds great! How to do book? > Click here and select your class Book now

Hello Baby Observation, Workshop and Massage- For the youngest of babies, from birth - 3 months old or adjusted age if born early.

PLEASE NOTE- This class is temporarily unavailable.

Hello Baby observation and massage helps support parents through the early weeks and months of their baby's life. This is an extraordinary opportunity for parents!

Our Hello Baby programme helps you to:

• Observe how your baby responds to the world and communicates with you by interpreting behavioural cues.
• Identify your baby's abilities, sensitivities and needs.
• Recognise how your baby self-soothes to reduce stress.
• Recognise the five cries of your baby.
• Investigate comfort techniques that can effectively reduce crying.
• Develop loving touch techniques through massage, reflexology, yoga, sensory integration and containment.

The benefits enable you to:

• Understand what your baby is saying so you can adapt care-giving responses to meet their needs,
• Support your parent-baby bond through sensory integration techniques and positive touch experiences.
• Learn new techniques that can help calm and relax your baby and promote sleep.
• Be part of a social experience where you can make friends with parents going through the same worries, challenges and celebrations as you are.
• Ask questions from the experts giving you boosted confidence in your abilities.

The Hello Baby course is £70 which includes a £10 sensory bundle to continue with the fun at home.

Baby Sensory Holidays -

Christmas & New Year: 23rd December- 3rd January

February Half Term: 17th-21st Feb

Easter Holidays: 7th- 21st April

May Half Term: 26th-30th May

Summer Holiday: (No classes available) 21st-25th July & 25th- 29th August

October Half Term: 27th- 31st October

Christmas & New Year: 22nd December- 2nd January