Age: 0–4 years
Time: 9:30–11:15am Tuesdays and Thursdays
Contact: Julie Dennison (01502 583068)
 

Click here to register with Shrimps.
 

What is Shrimps?

Shrimps is our popular Parents and Toddler Group. Staffed by volunteers from Christ Church, Shrimps welcomes parents, grandparents, guardians and their little ones.  We cater for all pre-school children.

As a church-based group, we operate with a Christian ethos and Christian values, and as such our sessions include Christian songs and activities. However, you do not need to be a Christian to attend – we warmly welcome carers and children of all faiths or of no faith at all.

We hope that you enjoy Shrimps and make lots of new friends. We look forward to meeting you!

What happens at Shrimps?

Our sessions will include some or all of the following activities:

• Active play: ride-on-toys
• Imaginative play: dressing up, kitchen etc.
• Creative play: large Lego, Sticklebricks
• Craft: a simple craft or painting activity
• Baby corner: soft play mats with baby toys and a place for carers to sit
• Music: instruments and singing
• Quiet play: puzzles
• Refreshments: both for children and carers

Shrimps sessions normally follow this format:

9:30          Free Play
10:15        Snacks and drinks (with tea and coffee for carers!)
10:50        Singing
11:15        Session ends

When does Shrimps meet?

Shrimps runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30–11:15am during term time.  Dates for 2024–25 school year:
 
Autumn Term
Starts:                                   Tuesday 10th September
Half-Term:                            29th and 31st October
Ends:                                     Thursday 19th December
 
Spring Term
Starts:                                   Tuesday 7th January
Half-Term:                            18th and 20th February
Ends:                                     Thursday 3rd April
 
Summer Term
Starts:                                   Tuesday 29th April
Half-Term:                            27th and 29th May
Ends:                                     Thursday 17th July
 
How much does Shrimps cost?

Each session costs £2 per family.
Please note that childminders need to pay per family group when bringing multiple children.

Where does Shrimps meet?

Shrimps meets in the church halls, opposite the main church building. Christ Church Centre, Herring Fishery Score, Lowestoft, NR32 1XE. 

Please note that there is no free on-street parking around the church buildings. 
There are paid car parks at the roundabout on Whapload Rd/Battery Green Rd, or free parking at Sparrow's Nest (15 min walk).