Parent and toddler groups
A chance to meet other parents and carers and to have fun with your child. Groups are usually run by parent committees and may have a small charge. Some groups only run during term time.
Dads Rock playgroup
This is a playgroup for dads and male carers and their preschool children which runs on Sundays at 10 am at 6VT Youth café.
Book via the Eventbrite website.
For more information visit the Dads Rock website or contact
07807 498 709
Gaelic parent and toddler groups
These Gaelic parent and toddler groups are currently running at
- Mondays 9.15 to 11 am, Leith Community Centre. Must be booked in advance on Eventbrite.
- Tuesdays 9.15 to 11.30am, Bun-sgoil Toabh na Pairce. Must be booked in advance on Eventbrite.
- Wednesdays 9.45 to 11.30 am, Tollcross Community Centre. Must be booked in advance on Eventbrite.
- Fridays 9.15 to 11.00am, Bun-sgoil Toabh na Pairce. Must be booked in advance on Eventbrite.
For up-to-date news on sessions visit Croileagan Dhun Eideann on Facebook or Instagram @croileagandhuneideann or email
edinburghcroileagan@gmail.com.
Parent and toddler groups in North East Edinburgh
The Venchie parent and toddler group
This group runs on Wednesdays from 9.15 am to 11.15 am at
The Venchie
61 Niddrie Mains Terrace
EH16 4NX.
There is a cost of £1 which includes snacks.
For more information contact
0131 629 9546.
Richmond Tots baby and toddler group
This friendly group for babies and toddlers and their parents/carers has a large variety of toys for all ages and finishes with a lively song time! £1 per child per session, which includes a healthy snack. No pre-registration is necessary. The group runs on Wednesdays from 9.30 am to 11 am at
EH16 4PA
For more information visit the Richmond Tots website or contact Jennifer on
0131 661 6561 or
07704 902295
jstark@churchofscotland.org.uk
Toddlers @ The Mission
This group runs on Mondays from 9.15 am to 11.15 am during term time. Participants can enjoy lots of fun free play time, stories, songs, snacks and a cuppa for carers. A 50p donation is welcome. The group runs at
For more information contact Debbie at 07742575843 or Katy at 07709 899589
Sandy's Parent and Toddler Group
This group runs on Thursdays from 11 am to 1.30 pm, a £1 donation is welcomed. Sessions run at
For more information email
sandyscommunitycentre@gmail.com
Wee Hope Baby and Toddler Group
This group runs on Thursdays from 9.30 am- 11 am during term time. Families can enjoy Bible stories, songs and a snack. The group runs at
Willowbrae Parish Church Parent and Toddler Group
This group runs on Thursdays from 10 am to 12 pm for parents and children aged nought to three years. The group runs at
Edinburgh
For more information contact
0131 661 8259
Portobello and Joppa Toddler Group
This group runs on Fridays during term time from 9.45 am to 11.30 am. The group runs at
Join the Portobello and Joppa Toddler Group's Facebook page for more information or contact
0131 657 3401
Busy Bees at Bellfield Parent and Toddler Group
This group runs on Tuesdays from 10 am to 12 pm. All parents, grandparents and carers are welcome. Toys are suitable for babies up to preschool. A charge of £3 per family includes tea, coffee and biscuits. The group meets in the large hall at
For more information contact
busybeesbellfield@gmail.com or visit the Busy Bees: Bellfield Facebook page.
St Margaret’s parent and toddler group
This group runs on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9.45 am to 11.15 am at
St Margaret Episcopal Church
170 Easter Road
Leith
EH7 5QE.
Pre-booking is required by emailing stmegspandtgroup@gmail.com or visiting the St Margaret’s parent and toddler group website.
St Paul’s and St George’s Church babies and toddlers
This group runs on Thursdays at 10 am to 11.30 am and 2 pm to 3.30 pm at
St Paul’s and St George’s Church
46 York Place
EH1 3JW.
A £2 donation is welcome. Register to attend at the St Paul’s and St George’s Church website.
Duddingston Kirk Toddlers
This parent and toddler group runs for babies and children up to the age of three with their parents, grandparents and carers for play and chat on Wednesdays (term time) from 9.15 am to 11.15 am. Sessions cost £1 per family per week which includes drinks, healthy snacks and biscuits. No need to book just come along to
For more information visit the Duddingston Kirk Toddlers Facebook page.
Parent and toddler groups in North West Edinburgh
Cramond Kirk Toddler group
This group runs on Tuesdays at 9 am to 12 noon at
Holy Cross Church Hall Monday toddlers
This toddler group runs on Fridays from 9.30 am to 11.30 am at
Holy Cross Church Hall
Quality Street Davidson Mains
EH4 5BS.
For more information email
KCC babies and toddlers
This group runs on Thursdays from 9.30 am to 11.15 am at
Kirkliston Community Church Hall
70 Main Street
Kirkliston
EH29 9AB.
Please bring a snack for your child. Booking is required each week on the KCC Babies and Toddlers Facebook page.
For more information contact
Inverleith St Serfs Church toddler group
This group runs on Wednesdays at 10 am to 12noon at
Inverleith St Serfs Church Hall
Clark Road
EH5 3BD.
It is a drop-in group for mothers and carers of children under three.
For more information visit the Inverleith St Serf's website or contact Sandra Brady at
0131 315 4131
Kirkliston Community Centre toddler 0 to fours
This group runs on Mondays at 9.30 am to 11.30 am at
Kirkliston Community Centre
Queensferry Road
EH29 9AP.
For more information visit the Kirkliston Community Centre Facebook page or contact
0131 333 4214.
Newhaven Church toddler group
This group runs on Tuesdays at 10 am to 12 noon at
Newhaven Church Hall
Newhaven Road
EH6 4ND.
To be added to the waiting list email
St Thomas' toddler group -nought to three
This group runs on Tuesdays from 10 am to 11.30 am at
For more information contact Hilary via the church office
0131 285 8782
churchoffice@saintthomas.org.uk
Corstorphine Community Centre Baby and toddler group
For parents and their babies from birth until 2 years, the group runs on Mondays from 10 am to 11.30 am at
075580 659676
Parent and toddler groups in South East Edinburgh
Salvation Army Little Gems toddler group
This group runs on Mondays from 10 am to 12 pm during term time at
The Salvation Army
1 East Adam Street
EH8 9TF.
The £1 cost includes snacks and drinks.
For more information contact
0131 667 4313.
Chalmers Church baby and toddler group
This group runs term time on Tuesdays from10 am to 11.15 am at
For more information contact
0131 447 0000
chatterbox@chalmerschurch.org.
City Tots
This group runs term time on Wednesdays from 10 am to 11.30 am during term time at Carrubbers Christian Centre. Enter via the café on Chalmers Street next to
Carrubbers
65 High Street
EH1 1SR
For more information visit the City Tots website.
Reid Memorial Hall Toddler Group
This group runs on Wednesdays from 10 to 11.30 am at
For more information visit the Reid Memorial Hall website or contact
0131 662 1203
Kingstots baby and toddler group
This group runs term time on Tuesdays from 10 am to 11.30 am at Kings Church - Gilmore Place
104 Gilmore Pl,
EH3 9PL
For more information contact
0131 629 6119
Greenbank Baby and Toddler group
This group runs term time on Thursdays and Fridays from 9.45 am to 11.15 am during term time. The group is suitable for 0 to three years costs £2 and runs at
Firniehill Church Little Button’s Playgroup
This group runs on Thursdays from 9.30 am to 11 am, 50p is charged for refreshments. The group runs at
For more information contact
0131 664 2853
Gracemount Community Church Little Tots
This group runs on Mondays from 9.30 am to 11 am at
Bethany Christian Trust Baby and Toddler group
This group offers crafts, stories, toys, refreshments, fun and support on Mondays from 9.30 am to 11.30 am at
For more information contact Rilza
07823 413 004
rilzamontgomery@bethanychristiantrust.com
Morningside Parish Church Toddler Group
This group runs on Mondays from 10 am to 11.30 am at Morningside Paris church
EH10 6BQ
For more information contact
0131 447 6745
Barclay Bruntsfield Church Hall Babies and Toddlers
This group runs on Tuesdays from 10.00 am to 11.15 am.
Marchmont St. Giles babies to pre-schoolers
This group runs on Thursdays from 9.30 am - 12 pm.
Liberton Kirk Toddler Group
This group runs on Wednesdays from 10 am to 11.30 am. There is a cost of £2.
For more information contact
0131 664 8264
Parent and toddler groups in South West Edinburgh
Ratho Community Centre under fives group
This group runs between 10 am and 12 pm on Tuesday mornings at
Ratho Community Centre School Wynd
Ratho
EH28 8TT
Different activities are available during the session, including Bookbug.
For more information contact Ratho Community Centre
0131 333 1055
Patricia.Flynn@ea.Edin.sch.uk.
Parent and toddler group at Carrickvale Community Centre
This group runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9.30 am to 11.45 am at
Carrickvale Community Centre
Saughton Mains Street
EH11 3HH.
For more information contact Shirley Macintosh on
Shirley.macintosh@ea.edin.sch.uk
0131 443 6971.
Parent and tots group at Clovenstone Community Centre
This group runs on Fridays from 9.30 am to 11.30 am, at
Clovenstone Community Centre
54 Clovenstone Centre
EH14 3EY.
For more information contact
Polwarth Parish Church baby and toddler group
This group is run on Mondays from 9.30 am to 11 am. Families are asked to pay a £1 donation each week for hall hire. Hot drinks and biscuits are also available for donation. The group runs at
Polwarth Parish Church
36-38 Polwarth Terrace
EH11 1LU.
For more information contact
polwarthbabytoddler@gmail.com.
Hope City Church Toddler Group
This group runs on Wednesdays between 10.30 am and 12 pm during term time. All parents, carers and their preschool children are welcome. The group runs at
For more information contact
Baby and toddler group at St Brides Community Centre
This group runs on Fridays between 9.30 am and 11.30 am at
St Brides Community Centre
10 Orwell Terrace
EH11 2DZ.
For more information contact
0131 346 1405
Holy Trinity Church Play Café
This group runs for parents/ carers and toddlers on Mondays from 9.15 am to 11.00 am at
For more information contact
churchoffice@holytrinitywesterhailes.org.uk
0131 442 3304
Gorgie Dalry Stenhouse Church Baby and toddler group
This group runs for parents/ carers and babies and toddlers aged 3 and under on Wednesdays from 10.00 am to 11.30 am at
For more information contact
Longstone Baby and Toddler Group
The group runs on Tuesdays from 10 am to 11 am at
For more information visit the Longstone baby and toddler group Facebook page.
Tea and Tots
The group runs on Mondays from 12.30 to 2.00 pm at
For more information contact
Oxgangs Neighbourhood Centre Parent and Toddler Group
The group runs for parents/ carers and children nought to three years on Tuesdays from 10.00 am to 2.30 pm at
For more information contact
0131 466 0678
oxgangsneighbourhoodcentre@gmail.com
Pentland Community Centre Parent and toddler group
This group runs on Thursdays from 9.30 am to 10.45 am at
For more information contact
karen.1.robertson@ea.edin.sch.uk
Nether Currie Parents, baby and toddler group
This group runs on Fridays from 9.30 am and 11.30 am at
For more information visit the Nether Currie Baby and Toddler Group Facebook page.
Currie Community Church Parent, baby and toddler group
This group runs on Mondays from 10.00am-to 11.30 am at
For more information contact
07776348727