Portswood Pod is our popular babies & toddler group which runs during term time.

Everyone is welcome! We have mums, dads, grandparents, childminders, and foster carers - those of faith and those of none. Our aim is that you will be welcomed as one of our family, not just by the caring team but also by other people who come along and that you will feel at home with us.

It's a good place to be if you are a first-time parent and you want to get to know some people in the area. 

There are lots of toys to play with and things to do. For toddlers, there is an area for messy play, puzzles and craft as well as outside space that is open all weathers and scooters and bikes. There is a singing time at the end of our time together which is very interactive with lots of actions.

Free tea and coffee is served, with drink and snacks for the toddlers.

We meet every Tuesday morning in term time, and the cost is £1.50 per adult per week. We ask that families book ahead and pay in advance for the whole term, however if you may find this difficult, please speak to one of the team.

 PLEASE NOTE THAT WE USUALLY OPERATE A WAITING LIST, HOWEVER WE ARE CURRENTLY ABLE TO WELCOME NEWCOMERS STRAIGHT AWAY – PLEASE USE THE “CONTACT US” LINK AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE.

ALSO, YOU CAN JOIN OUR FACEBOOK PAGE 'PORTSWOOD POD' AND CONTACT US THAT WAY.

Here's what some of our past parents and carers have said about our group:

A super friendly group with lovely volunteers, a great range of toys for the babies and toddlers to enjoy, fun craft activity and amazing singing!!  - Hannah 

A lovely group where I felt instantly welcome and, we look forward to every Tuesday- a highlight of mine and the twins week! especially the singing! – Sophie

I love going to the pod as it feels like one big family. Everyone is always so kind and welcoming. My little girl Maryanne absolutely loves it. – Sally – Anne

We’ve made many friends at Pod who will stay our friends well beyond the toddler years! - Aileen