Stay and Play Sessions

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

Thursday 26 February, 5, 12 & 19 March at 9:30 – 11:00am

Join us for a series of fun, friendly and free 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

Thursday 26 February – A Piece of My Heart
Little ones will decorate a heart-shaped cut-out or love bug using stickers, chunky crayons, and foam shapes. A lovely keepsake to take home.
Thursday 5 March – Little Gardeners
Plant a seed in a pot to take home, decorate their own plant pot, and dig and explore in our spring garden tuff tray
Thursday 12 March – Animal Tracks
Make tracks using toy animals dipped in paint, press toys into playdough to create patterns, explore tracks in different textures, and enjoy washing the muddy animals.
Thursday 19 March – Blooming Marvellous
Create a flower collage using paper flowers, tissue paper, and natural materials, plus flower finger painting using handprints as petals.

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

Book your place

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

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