Kennington

Become a Qualified Youth Mental Health First Aider (2 day course)

Thursday 18th and Friday 19th June 2026
9:30am–5:00pm
Venue: Art4Space, 31 Jeffreys Road, Stockwell SW4 6QU

Led by It’s a Playground and accredited by Mental Health First Aid England.

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Do you live with, work with, or support young people aged 8–18?⠀
This 2-day Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course, newly updated by MHFA England with the latest research and insights from young people with lived experience, will give you the skills, confidence, and tools to support their mental health and wellbeing.⠀
Why train with It’s a Playground and Art4Space this June?⠀
We’re combining expert-led training with creativity and community. Over the 2 days, you’ll also take part in 4 guided creative wellbeing activities hosted by the brilliant Art4Space team – designed to boost psychological safety, connection, and spark ideas to use with young people (they’re great for adults too!).⠀
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Every booking supports social good – profits go directly back into Art4Space’s community programmes.⠀
As a qualified Youth Mental Health First Aider, you’ll gain:⠀
  • The ability to spot early signs of mental health challenges⠀
  • Confidence to have supportive, potentially life-saving conversations⠀
  • Practical strategies and signposting skills⠀
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Plus, ongoing support when you train with It’s a Playground:⠀
  • FREE monthly interactive wellbeing workshops⠀
  • FREE bi-annual MHFA “Connect, Reflect & Grow” skills refreshers⠀
  • Exclusive discounts on bespoke training & wellbeing programmes⠀
  • Access to the Association of Mental Health First Aiders® – resources, events & continued learning⠀
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Questions or group bookings
Email: support@itsaplayground.org⠀
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Let’s build a future where every young person has someone they can turn to.

Register here to secure your spot

Special offer: When you register, quote “Friend of It’s a Playground” discount to receive £25 off your course fee.

 

Creative Support Sessions 
Explore training and learning opportunities with Gemma & Charlene (flier below)

Help with applications
Finding courses (GLA Skills Learning)
Overcoming barriers
1:1 personalised support with Charlene
Refreshments & creative activities included

VARIOUS DATES
Wed 29th April 12.30pm – 2.30pm
Tues 19th May 9.30am – 11.30am
Wed 17th June 12.30pm – 2.30pm
Tue 7th July 9.30am – 11.30pm

Art4Space
Units 1-4, 31
Jeffreys Road
Stockwell
SW4 6QU

Booking not required, just turn up.
For more info, email: community@art4space.co.uk

Autism Acceptance 5k Walk

Tuesday 31st March

April is ‘World Autism Acceptance Month’
To celebrate and share awareness, we are inviting everyone of all ages and fitness levels to join us on a 5k walk or alternatively to come and cheer us on.

The walk starts at 11am
At Henry Fawcett Children’s Centre
Clayton Street
SE11 5BZ

We will walk to and around Kennington Park.
We will return to the Children’s Centre for some play time and light refreshments at the hall and end at 1.30pm.

To book, please call: 0207 091 1282

 

Eid Party at St Stephen’s Children’s Centre

Families are invited to celebrate Eid with food, a Bollywood dance workshop, crafts and fun activities for all.

Thursday 2nd April
11am – 2pm
St Stephen’s Children’s Centre
Meadow Place
SW8 1XY

We look forward to celebrating with you!

FREE event – booking required
Call 0207 735 1540 to book

 

Join this free, in-person workshop for parents and carers exploring your child’s sleep and practical strategies to support them.

Tuesday 10th March 2026
1pm – 3pm
Henry Fawcett Children’s Centre
Clayton Street, London SE11 5BZ

Learn about common sleep challenges and how to build healthy sleep routines.
Book your place here

 

Come and celebrate World Book Day 2026!

Thursday 5th March 2026
1pm – 2:30pm
Henry Fawcett Children’s Centre
Clayton Street, SE11 5BZ

Enjoy a fun story, sing-along songs and rhymes, and come dressed as your favourite storybook character!

All are welcome.
To book a space, call: 020 7091 1282

 

A fun and uplifting day celebrating Black History Month, with health and wellbeing activities, drumming, live music, and so much more!

Wednesday 29th October
11am to 1pm

South Lambeth Library
180 S Lambeth Road SW8 1QP

SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) stay and play sessions are held to provide children with special needs and their families with a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment for play and socialisation. These sessions encourage the development of play, communication, and interaction skills, offer access to sensory play, and help families connect with others in similar situations and with local support services. The groups also give parents practical advice, support, and information to help them in their child’s development journey.

Every Tuesdays 1pm – 2.30pm

Henry Fawcett Children’s Centre
Clayton Street
SE11 5BZ

Phone: 02070911282