Place to explore / West Norwood
Benton’s Lane Children’s Centre
A Better Start centre for babies, toddlers and young children with their parents or carers.
- Who it’s for
- 0–4 years
- Where
- 18 Benton’s Lane, London SE27 9UD
About this outing
Benton’s Lane is a delivery site for Lambeth’s Norwood Better Start services, managed by Hitherfield Primary School. The offer includes stay-and-play groups and activities for young children with parents and carers, alongside early communication, family learning and support services. Some activities are open to all families with a child aged 0–4; others have particular age or group conditions. Ask the centre which group fits your family.
Planning your visit
- Register to use children’s centre services and arrange your chosen group before attending. Call 020 4542 3520 or email ccadmin@hitherfield.co.uk.
Plan your visit
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