Introduction
The Mothers and Toddlers Quran Playgroup offers a safe and welcoming space for mothers and young children to play, learn, and socialise together. Designed for ages 0-5, it supports early development and helps reduce isolation through friendship and shared experience. Sessions are relaxed, inclusive, and supported by friendly facilitators who help every family feel comfortable and valued.
Early Islamic Learning Through Play
The playgroup helps nurture a love for Allah and the Qur’an from an early age through play, stories, nasheeds, simple duas, and a positive Islamic environment. Children will become familiar with Islamic values such as kindness, sharing, gratitude, and respect, while mothers benefit from short reminders and moments of reflection.
Why are these sessions important?
The playgroup places strong emphasis on strengthening the relationship between mother and child during the early years, a stage widely recognised as vital for emotional and social development. Shared activities encourage interaction, communication, and emotional connection, helping children develop trust, confidence, and security.
Mothers are encouraged to actively participate in their children’s learning and play, making the experience both educational and emotionally meaningful. Studies have shown that positive parent–child engagement can support language development, emotional wellbeing, and confidence in young children.
A Supportive and Inclusive Community
The playgroup gives mothers a welcoming space to connect, share experiences, and find encouragement while supporting their children’s early development. It is designed to be safe, inclusive, and relaxed, with facilitators helping every family feel comfortable, supported, and involved at their own pace.
Course Schedule & Fees
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The Mothers and Toddlers Quran Playgroup is a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment where mothers and young children can come together to play, learn, and socialise. It supports early childhood development while also helping mothers build friendships and reduce feelings of isolation.
The playgroup is designed for mothers with children aged 0–5 years.
Each session includes a mix of relaxed, age-appropriate activities such as free play, sensory exploration, arts and crafts, story time, nasheeds, and group interaction. Children are encouraged to learn and explore through play while mothers engage with them throughout.
Learning is delivered through play-based and informal methods rather than formal teaching. Children are gently introduced to positive values, early communication skills, and Islamic concepts through stories, repetition, nasheeds, and everyday interaction.
Yes, children are introduced in a natural and age-appropriate way to Islamic values such as kindness, sharing, gratitude, and respect. They also become familiar with simple duas, Qur’an recitation, and Islamic phrases through repetition and positive experiences in the masjid environment.
Yes. Mothers are encouraged to actively take part in activities with their children. This helps strengthen the mother–child bond and supports the child’s learning, confidence, and emotional development.
Yes. Mothers benefit from a supportive environment where they can meet others, share experiences, and build friendships. Short Islamic reminders are also shared during sessions for reflection and personal spiritual encouragement.
The playgroup helps support:
- Early social, emotional, and physical development
- Language and communication skills
- Confidence and independence in children
- Stronger mother–child bonding
- Emotional wellbeing and peer support for mothers
Yes. The playgroup is designed to be safe, inclusive, and welcoming for all families. Children are encouraged to participate at their own pace, and facilitators ensure a calm, supportive, and respectful atmosphere for everyone.
Sessions take place every Thursday from 10:30am to 11:30am.
No, the playgroup is free of charge.
Sessions are held in a safe and welcoming environment, on the ground floor at EIC.
Registration requirements may vary. It is recommended to contact the organisers before attending to confirm availability and space.
You may wish to bring essentials for your child such as snacks, drinks, nappies, and any comfort items they may need during the session.