LOTS OF FUN FOR EVERYONE!
Discover the very BEST activities, classes, and play experiences that your local area has to offer.
The Big Play is a fun-filled mini indoor event where families with toddlers and preschoolers can explore, learn, and enjoy a wide range of local groups and activities. From interactive workshops and creative classes, to thrilling play zones and entertainment, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
At Little City we know how important play can be... and by running our events in the local community we have had the pleasure of meeting with and working alongside other small businesses, entertainers and activity class leaders.
The Big Play has been designed to bring you the best of all these activities, and all in one place!
Lots of fun activities included
Sensory room and equipment
Access to local child led businesses
Refreshments available to purchase
- Sat, 22 MarInspire, Ipswich22 Mar 2025, 09:30 – 12:30Inspire, Ipswich, Lindbergh Rd, Ipswich IP3 9QX, UK
- Sat, 22 MarInspire, Ipswich22 Mar 2025, 13:00 – 16:00Inspire, Ipswich, Lindbergh Rd, Ipswich IP3 9QX, UK
More venues coming soon!
Be part of the fun!
The Big Play is a fantastic opportunity for local businesses to showcase their products and services to families in the area. With a vibrant mix of activities, classes, and play experiences, this event will attract a diverse audience eager to discover what the community has to offer.
Don’t miss the chance to connect with potential customers, build brand awareness, and engage with families in a fun, interactive environment.
Apply now to be part of The Big Play and grow your business while supporting local family-friendly experiences!
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Do you have a complaints policy?Complaints Policy made available to parents – our policy is here
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Who is the lead person responsible for safeguarding children at Little City?This information is included at the back of our Safeguarding Policy, of which every Little City branch holds a copy and tailors to their local authority. If we are operating in a school or pre-school, we ensure that we are familiar with and the site Safeguarding Policy and the safeguarding lead is known prior to the session.
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What training have the Little City team had?All Little City team members have received Safeguarding training and this is updated every 3 years.
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How recent was this training?Every team member must have an up-to-date training certificate, and this is renewed every 3 years.
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Do you have a Child Protection Policy?Yes. The Information is included in our Safeguarding policy. Definition: SAFEGUARDING is to prevent harm – CHILD PROTECTION is how we respond to harm.
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Who is in charge of First Aid at Little City?Every team member at Little City is Paediatric First Aid trained, and every team member must have an in-date Certificate. Every team member has to renew their First Aid certificate every 3 years. Every Little City keeps a First Aid kit with them at all events and if they are operating in a school/nursery, the details of the school First Aider is obtained.
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As parents/carers do I need to complete a parental consent and emergency details form?Yes. As part of your booking, parents/carers complete consent and emergency details on the registration form
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How do you securely store data about us and our children?All Franchisees should have up-to-date ICO (Data Protection) membership. All our customer information is held securely (via password) in our booking system and on email. No other person has access to the password or customer information outside of Little City. We regularly delete emails older than 6 months from our systems, unless needed for future hires. Customer data is inputted via the customer, and can be removed from their Customer Account at any time. Only individuals who subscribe to our mailing list via the Little City UK website will receive marketing emails, and the customer can remove their name from the mailing list at any time using the unsubscribe button. We do not and have not, share any information with any other business or individuals outside of Little City.
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Who else has access to this information?Branch Franchisee owner, Vicki Fletcher (Little City UK Owner and Director) and Erika Fletcher (Admin)
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Will you share this information with anyone?No other than the people named above
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How do you recruit staff and volunteers?Through interviews, 2 x references and enhanced DBS checks
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What checks they undertake to make sure staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children?DBS Enhanced police checks – this must be completed before operating and these are checked by Little City admin team members
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What training have staff had?The Little City team are made up of individuals from various backgrounds and qualifications. The minimum training we expect our team members to have is: Safeguarding, First Aid, Data Protection. Many of our franchisees come from Early Years backgrounds, and have professional qualifications in teaching, and child development/child supervision.
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Will any other adults will be present while my child is there, and if so, how regularly?Parents or Teachers (on school site) are always present.
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How do you help children with special educational needs or disabilities?We pride ourselves on being a totally inclusive play space for all children. Specific sessions can be organised just for children with SEND and their families if required. All children can attend any session – Little City aims to be a totally inclusive event. Our online registration forms asks for parents to share with us any relevant information that may help us provide an inclusive service to all. Adaptations to our events will and can be made if appropriate should a parent indicate that a child may need extra provision at out event.