Baller Babies basketball
St Francis' Catholic Primary School, Maryland Park
Based in East London, we run the ultimate basketball class for toddlers and young kids.
Things to do with kids in Stratford
Stratford offers imaginative indoor play at Discover Children’s Story Centre, treehouse-style structures and sandpits at Tumbling Bay, and playgrounds and ball games at Stratford Park. London Aquatics Centre is an alternative for a booked family swim, while the library’s rhyme and storytelling sessions suit a smaller outing. Choose one main destination, then compare its entry, session times and supervision rules rather than trying to fit everything into one day.
Choose one Stratford destination: Discover’s indoor play, Tumbling Bay, Stratford Park or a booked family swim. Compare entry and supervision rules.
More about Stratford
Stratford offers imaginative indoor play at Discover Children’s Story Centre, treehouse-style structures and sandpits at Tumbling Bay, and playgrounds and ball games at Stratford Park. London Aquatics Centre is an alternative for a booked family swim, while the library’s rhyme and storytelling sessions suit a smaller outing. Choose one main destination, then compare its entry, session times and supervision rules rather than trying to fit everything into one day.
Events
London time
Sunday 25 Oct
Storytelling with Dean Atta
Discover Children’s Story Centre, 383–387 High Street, Stratford, London E15 4QZ
Enjoy interactive picture-book storytelling with Dean Atta, beginning with Auntie’s Bangles and ending in a Confetti parade. Expect music, dancing, jingling bangles and confetti.
LEGO Club: Build and Play
Area Stratford Library
Build, race, and play with LEGO in fun challenges like speed builds, stacking, and code‑breaker games.
Family Movie Time
Stratford Library
Monday 26 Oct
Baby Sensory Baby Pumpkin 🎃
Carpenters and Dockland Centre
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Places to visit
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Abbey Lane Open Space
Stratford
Abbey Lane Open Space has a play area described by Newham as suitable for all abilities, alongside outdoor gym equipment.
4.6/5 · Google · 63 reviews
Discover Children’s Story Centre
Stratford
Creep through caves, find hidden ships, perform in a puppet castle and explore two floors of Story Worlds plus the outdoor Story Garden.
Ages 0–11 and their grown-ups · Day or Annual Entry ticket required; add-on events and exhibitions cost £3–£5.50 extra
4.3/5 · Google · 1,974 reviews
What visitors say: Two visitors praise imaginative, hands-on play and an enjoyable visit with a young child. One also praises the staff and garden, while wishing for healthier café choices.
London Aquatics Centre
Stratford
Choose a Family Fun Swim in the training pool, advertised for all ages, rather than assuming every pool is suitable for young children.
Family Fun Swim: all ages; competition pool: 11+ and competent swimmers only
4/5 · Google · 1,835 reviews
What visitors say: Comments are mixed: one calls it an excellent swim, while the other likes the pools but criticises changing-area maintenance, cleanliness and reception.
Stratford Park
Stratford
Visit the play area or bring a ball for Stratford Park’s basketball, multi-use games and other sports courts.
4.2/5 · Google · 1,846 reviews
Tumbling Bay Playground
Stratford
Explore treehouse-style play structures, rock pools and sandpits at Tumbling Bay in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Children and families
4.6/5 · Google · 1,233 reviews
What visitors say: Two visitors praise creative play and climbing; one describes an especially enjoyable visit with a six-year-old.
V&A East Museum
Stratford
Explore art, design and making in a free museum at Stratford’s East Bank.
General admission free; some exhibitions and events separately charged
Classes & workshops
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Theatre and Film Performance Class (12 - 16yrs)
Unlimited Performance Academy
Chobham Community Centre · Stratford
12 - 16yrs
Music & dance
Ballet Grade 3 (9 - 11.5yrs)
Lyric Dance School Newham
Atherton Leisure Centre · Stratford
9 - 11.5yrs
Ballet Grade 1 (7.5 - 10yrs)
Lyric Dance School Newham
Atherton Leisure Centre · Stratford
7.5 - 10yrs
Ballet Grade 1 (8 - 10yrs)
Lyric Dance
Stratford, Sarah Bonnell School
8 - 10yrs
Ballet Grade 2 (9 - 11yrs)
Lyric Dance
Stratford, Sarah Bonnell School
9 - 11yrs
Ballet Grade 3 (9 - 13yrs)
Lyric Dance
Stratford, Sarah Bonnell School
9 - 13yrs
Guides & inspiration
A Stratford day with children: stories, adventurous play or a swim
Choose Discover, Tumbling Bay or Stratford Park, with practical booking advice and a clear distinction between a family swim and a general pool visit.
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.