Stay and Play Sessions

Fun, friendly and free sessions for parents and little ones aged 1–3

Fridays 7, 14, 21 & 28 November at 9:30 – 11:00am

Join us for a series of fun, friendly and free Friday morning sessions designed for local parents and their little ones.

Our Stay & Play mornings are a lovely way to:

Connect with other parents over a hot drink and a chat
Let your child explore, play and learn in a safe, nurturing environment
Discover the warm, welcoming Early Years community at Banstead Prep

Each week brings a new theme packed with creative play, music, and sensory fun — all led by our experienced Early Years team.

* Spaces are limited per session, so early booking is recommended.

What’s On Each Week

7 November – Little Sparks (Firework crafts and colourful “explosion” art)
14 November – Sensory Snowmen (Messy play with foam, ice, and snow dough)
21 November – Jingle Bell Shakers (Create your own shakers and dance to festive tunes)
28 November – Handprint Christmas Trees (Paint and print your very own festive keepsake)

Session activities may be subject to change, but our team will deliver fun activities each week.

WHO’S IT FOR?

These sessions are perfect for:

Parents and their children aged 1–3 years (babes in arms welcome if attending with siblings)
Local families looking to meet others in the community
Those with children due to start pre-school or school in 2026–27 and beyond
Families considering a Banstead Prep education

We’d love for you to join us for all four sessions to enjoy the variety of themes and connect with others, but you’re warmly welcome to come along for one or more.

SESSION DETAILS

Fridays throughout November, 9:30 – 11:00am
Banstead Prep School
Refreshments provided for parents and little ones
Free on-site parking
Space for buggies
Baby changing facilities on-site
Limited availability per session
Please book your free space

Book to join

Please book your place to help us plan these fun and engaging sessions for you and your child.

Book HERe

If you have any questions about these events, please contact Katie Henderson, Head of Admissions on 01737 363 600 or email admissions@bansteadprep.com.

ISI Highlights

Leaders of early years classes are knowledgeable and experienced. They create motivating, relevant and enabling learning environments, both inside and outdoors, which are used effectively to support each child's development as children explore their individual interests. ISI Inspection November 2024

Staff in the early years initiate meaningful conversations that develop children’s speaking and listening skills well. Good communication skills are encouraged through ‘chatterbag’ presentations that support children’s confidence in public speaking from their earliest days in school. ISI Inspection November 2024

Children develop the confidence to coperate and collaborate, thriving emotionally and socially as they engage happily with both adults and their peers. ISI Inspection November 2024

Children respond positively to the interesting and motivating learning activities. ISI Inspection November 2024