SoccerDays football
Elmhurst Primary School
Football games and ball skills with age-group coaches. Younger children practise kicking, stopping and changing direction; older groups add passing, shooting and match play.
Things to do with kids in Forest Gate
Forest Gate suits small nature outings: watch birds on the short Jubilee Pond circuit, try sand play at Forest Lane Park, or visit the volunteer-run community garden when it is open. West Ham Park offers a larger playground-and-gardens day, while Odessa Road is an alternative for play and ball games. Choose one main stop, or give the day a different shape with a booked theatre workshop.
Choose a small nature outing in Forest Gate: Jubilee Pond, sand play at Forest Lane Park or the community garden when open.
More about Forest Gate
Forest Gate suits small nature outings: watch birds on the short Jubilee Pond circuit, try sand play at Forest Lane Park, or visit the volunteer-run community garden when it is open. West Ham Park offers a larger playground-and-gardens day, while Odessa Road is an alternative for play and ball games. Choose one main stop, or give the day a different shape with a booked theatre workshop.
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Sunday 3 Jan
Saturday 9 Jan
313 Football Academy sessions
Forest Gate Community School
Football coaching where children work on technique, decision-making and understanding the game, with challenges matched to their age and ability.
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Arts & making
Baby Sensory Christmas Party🎄
Baby Sensory
Woodgrange Baptist Church · Forest Gate
Birth to 6 months · 6 to 13 months
Baby & toddler play
Baby Sensory Baby Pumpkin 🎃
Baby Sensory
Woodgrange Baptist Church · Forest Gate
Birth to 6 months · 6 to 13 months
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MiniKids workshops, Forest Gate (4 - 6yrs)
Showkids Theatre School
345 Romford Rd, Forest Gate, London E7 8AA · Forest Gate
4–6 years
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Showkids Theatre School
Woodgrange Baptist Church- Forest Gate · Forest Gate
4 - 6yrs · 7 - 11yrs · 11 - 16yrs
Drama, singing and dance workshops where children explore performance skills together.
Sport & movement
313 Football Academy sessions
313 Football Academy
Forest Gate Community School · Forest Gate
3 - 5yrs · 6 - 8yrs · 9 - 11yrs · 12 - 14yrs
Football coaching where children work on technique, decision-making and understanding the game, with challenges matched to their age and ability.
SoccerDays football
Soccerdays Newham
Elmhurst Primary School · Forest Gate
2 - 3.5yrs · 3.5 - 5yrs · 5 - 7yrs
Football games and ball skills with age-group coaches. Younger children practise kicking, stopping and changing direction; older groups add passing, shooting and match play.
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Forest Lane Park
Forest Gate
Explore the sand play area, small woodland and orchard, then pause at the picnic tables.
4.3/5 · Google · 365 reviews
What visitors say: A parent who visits regularly with their toddler describes the park as beautiful and says they feel safe there. Another visitor enjoyed the pond and wildlife and highlighted the playground's slides and swings. There is also praise for spending time outdoors and enjoying a community event.
Odessa Road Open Space
Forest Gate
A local play and ball-game stop on Odessa Road, with a play area and multi-use games area.
4/5 · Google · 47 reviews
What visitors say: One describes a well-maintained playground and ball court.
Pint-Sized Playhouse
Forest Gate
Open-ended play, sensory toys and a toddler climbing area inside a Forest Gate café.
Designed for 0–8; primary focus under 5; older children have board games · £5 first child; £2 each additional sibling; 0–6 months and 11+ free; adults free
5/5 · Google · 34 reviews
What visitors say: Parents praise the lively, welcoming atmosphere and activities that keep toddlers entertained, with the Friday disco a particular favourite. Visitors enjoy being able to socialise while their children have fun. Food and drinks also get warm feedback, including one parent's praise for the prices and another's appreciation of snacks for little ones.
Wanstead Flats at Jubilee Pond
Forest Gate
Watch water birds and pond life from the easy-access path around Jubilee Pond, or bring a picnic for the water’s edge.
West Ham Park
Forest Gate
Combine the children’s playground with a wander through the ornamental gardens.
4.6/5 · Google · 3,503 reviews
Guides & inspiration
Forest Gate with children: ponds, sand play and a garden pause
Choose a Forest Gate nature outing around Jubilee Pond, Forest Lane Park, the community garden or West Ham Park, with honest toilet and seasonal advice.
Baby and toddler outings in East London: match the plan to the stage
Plan for pre-walkers, toddlers and older siblings, with Discover’s 0–2 sensory room, library rhymes, outdoor play and the true cost of toddler classes.
Free family outings in East London: art, library sessions and outdoor games
A practical budget plan for Walthamstow, Chingford, Leytonstone, Leyton, Forest Gate and Stratford, separating free activities from trials and paid-entry extras.