Find out what’s on for kids and families at HTC!
We have lots going on for children and families here at HTC both on a Sunday and throughout the week.
Take a look below to see what groups are available.
Sunday Kids’ Groups
We have a variety of different groups for children aged 0-10 at our morning services. Please note that throughout December our children’s groups will be running differently to services on a regular Sunday.
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We have unsupervised crèche spaces available at both services.
At the 9.30am service, there is a crèche for kids aged 0-18 months and their parents/carers, where you can see and hear the service. Located in the Thornton Chapel at the back of church.
At the 11.15am service, there are 2 unsupervised crèches where you can see and hear the service. For ages 0-6 months (babes in arms), there is a crèche in the Thornton Chapel at the back of church. For ages 6-18 months (moving babes), there is a crèche in the Upper Vestry. -
A supervised group for children aged 18 months - 2 years, with free play, some songs, stories and craft! Parent’s can either leave children supervised with our fully DBS checked kids team or they can receive a DBS check themselves to stay in the room with their child during the session. Please email Emma for more details. Located in the Upper Vestry at the 9.30am service, and then this group merges with our 3s-4s in the Upper Wilberforce at the 11.15am service. Both rooms are in church.
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A supervised group for children aged 3-4, in this group we have a time of free play, sung worship, learning Bible stories and we have fun making crafts! Located in the Upper Wilberforce room at church.
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A supervised group for children in school years reception-year 1, in this group we have a time of free play, sung worship, learning Bible stories and we have fun making crafts! Located in the Lower Wilberforce room at church.
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A supervised group for children in school years 2-5. In this group we play games, have a time of sung worship, Bible teaching and discussion and we have fun making crafts! Located at Trinity House Hall just off of Bromell’s Road. Parents will need to sign a consent form for us to walk their child to and from Trinity House and church. Parent to drop off and pick up children with their printed pick up sticker at the family hub tent outside of church.
More info about Sunday Kids
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There are no 9.30am and 11.30am services this Sunday and no Sunday children’s groups.
Below is information relating to a regular Sunday with children’s groups:
Once you have pre-registered, on the morning parents/guardians can collect their stickers from our family hub before the service. You will receive:
1 pre-printed sticker per child with their name, group and a personalised number on.
2 pick up stickers for parents/guardians with the same number on as their children, to be used to pick up the children from their group after the service.
If you miss the pre-registering period before Sunday, there will be members of team ready in the family hub to register your children for groups and to print all the stickers needed for you on the day. Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the service if you are looking to register your children on the morning, as this will usually take longer.
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Before the Service
Come to the Family Hub to register or collect your pre-registered stickers for yourself and your children. Then enjoy our free café, get to know others, grab a seat for the beginning of the service with your children!Start of Service
All children will stay in the main service for the first song of sung worship. For the 9:30am service this will be an all-age action song where the children are encouraged to come on stage and to stand at the front of church to join in. For the 11:15am service this will be a regular worship song where children will stay with their parents in their seats.Going to Groups
After the first song in the service, children will go to their group rooms. Please escort your children aged 18 months -4 years to their rooms to check them into their groups. Older children can either walk to rooms/family hub for check in by themselves where they will be greeted by our kids team, or you may escort them if you prefer.
You may not stay in your child’s supervised group unless you have had a DBS check through HTC. Please email Emma (our Children's Pastor) for more details on DBS checks.During the Service
If your child needs to be collected during the service the number on their sticker and on your pick-up sticker will be put on the screen in the main service. If you see their number, please head to your child’s room immediately.After the Service
After the service has finished, please head straight to your child(ren)’s group room or pick-up point to collect them with your sticker.When you get home
Why not ask your child to share what they learnt in their group that morning!? Carrying on the conversation is a great way to disciple your children at home!Coming back next week?
Don’t forget to pre-register for next week to save time Sunday morning.
If you have any more questions regarding kids groups feel free to email Emma, our Children’s Pastor.
Map of Sunday Kids Groups at 9.30am service
Midweek Kids’ Groups
We have lots happening midweek for children of all ages - we’d love you to join us at these groups!
All groups run at Trinity House Clapham SW4 0BN, and please use the entrance on Venn Street.
KS2 Connect Group
5pm - 6pm
Thursdays in term time
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Join the HTC Kids’ team as we have fun learning more about God and the Bible and as we ask and answer big questions together. This group will be taking place on Thursdays at 5.00pm - 6.00pm at Trinity House Clapham, SW4 0BN. Our KS2 Connect Group is for children in years 3 - 5.
No need to sign up - just turn up!
Trinity Toddlers
9.30am and 10.30am
Thursdays in term time
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Trinity Toddlers is a lively group for local parents and carers to connect over coffee and cake whilst children play and engage in singing time at the hall of Trinity House Clapham, SW4 0BN in term time.
Trinity Toddlers will restart on Thursday 12th September. Sessions will be 9:30-10:30am and 10:30-11:30am. Term dates are 12th September - 5th December. There is a half term break on 31st October.
No need to sign up - just turn up!
KS1 After School Club
3.45pm - 4.45pm
Thursdays in term time
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A fun after-school club for children who are in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2. A space for games, snacks, drama, and a chance to investigate a story from the Bible together. Every Thursday afternoon from 4pm - 4.45pm (soft start from 3.45pm) in Trinity House Clapham, SW4 0BN.
No need to sign up - just turn up!
Trinity Babies
10.45am-11.45am
Wednesdays in term time
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Trinity Babies is a place for local parents and carers of babies to connect over coffee and cake and engage in singing time at the hall of Trinity House Clapham, SW4 0BN in term time.
Trinity Babies will restart on Wednesday 11th September 10:45 -11:45am. Term dates are 11th September - 4th December. There will be a half-term break on 30th October.
Courses and groups for parents
We have courses and groups to equip parents to face parenting challenges at different stages or to help build community and well being.
Preparing Parents
Thursdays from 7.30pm-9.30pm
January Course 2025 (Running Jan 9th-Feb 6th)
March Course 2025 (Running March 6th - April 3rd)
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Preparing Parents Course at HTC
Are you pregnant and looking to connect with other expectant parents?
Feeling overwhelmed by birthing options and preparation?
Do you want knowledge about your body, baby, and birth, and learn to advocate for yourself?
If so, you're in the right place!
What? A 5-week birth prep course, taught by Emily, an experienced and senior Midwife and Mum of 4.
Who? Our classes are available to all expectant parents who are 24 - 32 weeks pregnant at the start of the course who live within reach of Clapham and the surrounding areas.
When? Thursdays from 7.30pm-9.30pm
Where? Trinity House Clapham, SW4 0BNHow Much? £25 per couple (to cover the cost of weekly refreshments). Bursary options are also available.
Why? Because you deserve to feel supported and prepared for birth and parenthood!
Places are limited, so we encourage you to secure your spot via the links below:
January Course 2025 (Running Jan 9th-Feb 6th)
March Course 2025 (Running March 6th - April 3rd)
Parents and Babies Exercise
Tuesdays at 10.30am
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Weekly Pilates 10.30am Tuesdays
Trinity Hall, Clapham SW4 0BN
First Session is FREE
£6 Contactless on the door
Matts are provided but do bring your own if you prefer.
Children Under 2
There will be a soft play section
Join the group now to sign up weekly 🎉✨
Stay in touch
If you would like to receive our emails about everything we have going on for kids and families, or you would like more information about the different activities and groups that we run, please email: emma.monks@holytrinityclapham.org