Drop in or Sign up ?!?

My initial research has revealed a vast number (most?) groups in Reigate are not drop-ins, and you have to sign up for a term which might become costly! When junior was little I found this hugely problematic as his napping was unpredictable, as were the various colds he happened to catch so we ended up paying for quite a few classes (Baby signing, swimming etc) which we couldn't attend. I also had issues with singing/story groups where the mums sang/listened while the babies/toddlers wandered around aimlessly or stared into space (and I did wonder how much junior was getting out of it!) Now that he does tend to nap regularly I am wondering how on earth I will know what he will like!! I'm hoping some groups will offer a free trial session but I will certainly be on the hunt for drop in groups - so please let me know if you can recommend any!

The turning 2 dilemma!

It seems most classes in Reigate are for under 2s or over 2s but what if your little one is about to turn 2 !!! Junior is very articulate and verbal (bilingual - Hungarian and English) but not quite so steady on his feet, not running or jumping yet. So I wonder if the type of group will determine which one he should go to! I can't quite imagine him in a room full of 4 year olds (wouldn't he get squashed?) but then again hanging out with over 2s means he may progress and learn. As I mostly a stay-at-home (let's say 97% of the time) he doesn't go to a nursery or childminder - hence me being so proactive at finding out what's on, so being with slightly older kids may be the answer!

All roads lead to Reigate

I am finally leaving London and my Little Lambeth blog and after extensive searching have not found a daily timetable of Reigate activities for little ones. I will soon be moving there with my 2 year old, Milo and thought it was be exciting to create my own - and review and explore what there is to do in Reigate and beyond! I will be researching and reviewing all there is for babies/toddlers in Reigate and anything within an easy bus ride away. I also welcome any suggestions or comments anyone may have!

We finally decided on Reigate after visiting Horsham, Epsom, Ewell, Guildford and Dorking - and after seeing Priory Park - I am in love with the park!!! It takes my breath away. Am currently feeling pretty nervous about leaving London, but am excited that my little man will have so much space, we've been told the schools are good (compared to where we are now this is a huge relief), have found at least one good coffee and a few folk in local shops introduced themselves by their first names !!

We've been looking for somewhere a little villagey (well ... country town) within easy reach of the M25, with a little character (castle ruins and caves!!!) somewhere we could afford to live and with a fantastic park and of course a local soft play (essential for any mum in the know) and so ... Reigate here we come!!