Kids Activities in Cork City
Browse 56 kids activities and classes in Cork City. Compare schedules, ages and pricing below, or contact a provider directly to book.
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Triskel Arts Centre
Triskel Arts Centre is a vibrant cultural HUB in the heart of Cork City and we celebrated 40 years in 2018. Our main auditorium Triskel Christchurch is a multidisciplinary space housed in a fully refurbished neoclassical Georgian Church. This state of the art venue, which launched in 2011, is programmed with a rich bill of live music, with a focus on Classical and Jazz concerts, cultural cinema, visual art exhibitions and literary events. Triskel also runs a contemporary art room Triskel Gallery Space. Unique in Ireland, Theatre Development Centre is the only fulltime operation dedicated to the development of theatre, this is managed by Corcadorca Theatre Company. Cork Traveller Women’s Network relocated their Headquarters to the centre in 2018 and continue to have a thriving partnership with Triskel. The Collective Cork, a yoga and dance school, recently joined the Triskel family.
View full details →Active Kids Academy
At Active Kids Academy & Active Academy we offer a wide range of services including: FOR CHILDREN Weekly classes in schools, creches, Montessori's, autism classes, special schools and after school facilities Classes for neurodivergent children Learn to cycle classes Sensory play classes Lego classes Sports Days PE modules Active Schools Weeks Summer & Easter camps Corporate events Face painting Children's events & parties FOR ADULTS Fitness classes Exercise classes for special populations Exercise classes for neurodivergent adults Walk & Talk sessions Fitness for older adults Fitness for mental health Training programs for teachers, SNA's & others working with children through sport & exercise Corporate events We work with lots of schools, agencies, charities, families and organisations to design, develop & deliver classes & courses specific to the needs, wants & abilities of the users. Our classes are based around, fun, inclusion and personal goals. We are a mobile service and can come to your school, club, day centre or facility. If you would like to hear more, please get in touch.
View full details →The Animal Roadshow
Munster's only Licenced Mobile Mini Zoo The original Party Animals.......................... We learn best when were inspired, having fun and using all of our senses,our interactive animal sessions tick all those boxes. With sensitive handling opportunities, feeding and enrichment activities, we introduce children to the wonderful world of animals. Children can learn about habits, environment, social interactions and conservation projects, or just enjoy the hands on aspect of cuddling a lizard or a chinchilla. We have an array of animals specifically handled and trained for individual encounters they include....Snakes, Lizards,Owls, Bunnies, Cuddlies, Tortoises, Creepy Crawlies, Frogs and more Our sessions are aimed at primary level children, although we can tailor for various ages . We bring along various creatures to your chosen venue for parties, ASD groups, classrooms or corporate events, Our allocated workspace in Animal Shack Rathmore Kerry, is also available for parties, family groups and sensory sessions if you prefer to come to us. * by appointment only*
View full details →Kinderama
Classes are run within creches, pre-schools and schools with mini-camps in the Summer! Every class is different and we love to try a bit of everything.....dance, drama, music, sport, gymnastics, yoga, mindfulness to name a few! We have beautiful handmade costumes, funny puppets and original stories and songs! Maybe you will be a mermaid this week or go off on a space adventure? A visit to the circus or onto a pirate ship? Every week your little one brings home an activity sheet so parents can see what we have been up to!
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Hokey Kokey P&T Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Ardfallen Methodist Hall, Douglas Road, Cork.
View full details →Turtle Tots - Clayton Hotel Cork City
Turtle Tots baby and toddler swimming lessons at Clayton Hotel Cork City, part of the nationwide Turtle Tots Ireland franchise. Offers baby swimming lessons (3 - 17 months), pre-school swimming lessons (2.5 - 4.5 years), toddler swimming lessons (18 months - 2 years 11 months) in a warm teaching pool, with small class sizes and a structured, level-based curriculum.
View full details →Rugbytots - St Catherines National School
Rugbytots rugby classes for ages 2 to 5 years at St Catherines National School, Saturday. Run by Rugbytots Cork.
View full details →Rugbytots - Lakewood Sports and Social Club
Rugbytots rugby classes for ages 2 to 5 years at Lakewood Sports and Social Club, Sunday. Run by Rugbytots Cork.
View full details →Rugbytots - Garryduff Sports Centre
Rugbytots rugby classes for ages 2 to 7 years at Garryduff Sports Centre, Saturday. Run by Rugbytots Cork.
View full details →Toddler Sense Cork
Baby Sensory's sister programme for toddlers, using music, sensory play, adventure-themed activities and structured discovery stations to support movement, language and problem-solving skills as they grow.
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Multi-sensory baby development classes for babies aged 0-13 months, featuring baby signing, music, light shows, bubbles and puppets to support bonding and early development.
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Multi-sensory baby development classes for babies aged 0-13 months, featuring baby signing, music, light shows, bubbles and puppets to support bonding and early development.
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Little Kickers Greater Cork
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
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Little Kickers Greater Cork
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
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Little Kickers Cork Central
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
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Little Kickers Cork Central
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
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Little Kickers Cork Central
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
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Little Kickers Cork Central
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
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Little Kickers Cork Central
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
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Little Kickers Cork Central
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
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Little Kickers Cork Central
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
View full details →Little Kickers Cork Central
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
View full details →Little Kickers Greater Cork
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
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Little Kickers Cork Central
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
View full details →Water Babies - The Maldron Hotel (Shandon, Cork)
Structured baby and toddler swimming lessons run by Water Babies, a UK-founded swim school franchise, progressing from parent-and-baby water confidence through to independent swimming skills for 4+ year olds, taught by SWIM England-qualified instructors in a heated pool (29-32C depending on age group).
View full details →Water Babies - Rochestown Park Hotel
Structured baby and toddler swimming lessons run by Water Babies, a UK-founded swim school franchise, progressing from parent-and-baby water confidence through to independent swimming skills for 4+ year olds, taught by SWIM England-qualified instructors in a heated pool (29-32C depending on age group).
View full details →Water Babies - Radisson Blu Hotel Little Island
Structured baby and toddler swimming lessons run by Water Babies, a UK-founded swim school franchise, progressing from parent-and-baby water confidence through to independent swimming skills for 4+ year olds, taught by SWIM England-qualified instructors in a heated pool (29-32C depending on age group).
View full details →Little Kickers Mallow
Saturday morning kids football classes on indoor astro at Mallow GAA for ages 18 months–5 years (Little Kicks, Junior Kickers, Mighty Kickers); runs ~49 weeks/year.
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Kids Art & Craft Classes (Declan O'Meara Art)
Declan O'Meara Art runs kids' art and craft classes for children aged 5 to 12 at Lough Scouts Hall on Lough Road in Cork. A scout hall setting offers a practical, spacious base for art classes, giving children room to work on drawing, painting and craft projects without worrying about mess, while building skills appropriate to a fairly wide age span from early primary school through to early secondary age. As specific schedule and pricing details aren't listed here, parents are encouraged to contact Declan O'Meara Art directly to confirm current class times and costs before booking.
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Studio Wolfe - Kids Dance Classes
Studio Wolfe offers kids' dance classes for children aged 3 to 12 from its base at Dosco Business Park on South Douglas Road in Douglas, Cork. Dance classes spanning this age range typically move from simple movement and rhythm games for younger children toward more structured routines and technique as children get older, building coordination, confidence and a love of movement along the way. As specific schedule and pricing details aren't listed here, parents are encouraged to contact Studio Wolfe directly to confirm current class times and costs before enrolling a child.
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Institute Krav Maga Cork - Krav Junior
Krav Junior, run by the Institute Krav Maga Cork, offers self-defence classes for children in Cork. Krav Maga is a practical self-defence system, and junior classes typically adapt its core principles into age-appropriate drills focused on awareness, confidence and basic protective techniques, delivered in a structured, disciplined class format rather than competitive sparring. As specific age range, schedule and pricing aren't listed here, parents are encouraged to contact the Institute Krav Maga Cork directly to confirm current details for the Krav Junior programme before enrolling.
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Little Kickers' Carrigaline classes, held at Carrigaline West, take children aged roughly 18 months to seven through a four-stage preschool football programme. Sessions start with active parent involvement and move toward independent participation, ending in a short match for the oldest children. Throughout, the focus stays on fundamental movement, coordination and social skills like sharing and listening rather than competitive football alone. €50 per month.
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Little Kickers' Midleton branch, based in Townparks, County Cork, runs preschool football classes for children aged roughly 18 months to seven, structured across four stages of growing independence. Parents are actively involved with the youngest group before stepping back as children progress. Games throughout are built around fundamentals like balance, coordination and social skills, culminating in a short match for the most senior group. Classes cost €50 a month.
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Little Kickers' Blackrock, Cork classes take children aged roughly 18 months to seven through four progressively independent stages of preschool football, from parent-and-toddler sessions up to games that finish with a short match. The programme is used globally by over 100,000 children each week. Balance, coordination, listening and sharing are woven into the football-based games throughout, with a "Play not Push" approach that lets reluctant children watch until they're ready to join in. Monthly fee: €50.
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In Bishopstown, Cork, Little Kickers runs its play-based preschool football classes for children from about 18 months to seven years, split into four stages that track each child's growing independence. Early sessions rely on active parent participation, while older groups work more independently with parents cheering from the sidelines. Sessions blend football with fundamental movement skills, sharing and early learning concepts, building toward a short match for the oldest group. €50 per month.
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Toddler Sense Cork
Toddler Sense's Ballincollig class offers parent-led developmental activities for children aged 1 to 4, giving parents and caregivers a structured, dedicated block of time to engage one-on-one with their toddler each week. When a parent can't attend, a grandparent or childminder is welcome to bring the child instead. Ballincollig is one of three Cork locations for Toddler Sense, with sister classes also running in Monfieldstown and Midleton.
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Toddler Group Time in Cork Libraries
Douglas Library runs a free Duplo Time every Wednesday and Friday from 11.30am to 12.15pm, giving toddlers and preschoolers a chance to build and create with provided Duplo bricks alongside a parent or guardian — a simple, hands-on session that's free to attend. It's one of three free toddler programmes across Cork City Libraries, alongside Hollyhill Library's Wednesday Story Time (10am, songs and rhymes for babies and toddlers) and Blackpool Library's Wednesday Toddler Time (10am, an informal chat-and-play drop-in). No booking is needed for any of the sessions.
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Mindful Sensory Play by Playtime Healing
At Edina on St Patrick's Road in Turners Cross, Cork city, Mindful Sensory Play by Playtime Healing runs its child-led sensory sessions for children aged six months to four years, alongside their parent or carer. The sessions are designed to introduce early mindfulness concepts through present-moment awareness and sensory exploration - a gentle way for toddlers to build developmental skills while giving grown-ups a chance to connect with other local families. Pricing is pay-as-you-go at €15-20 per session. This Turners Cross group is part of a wider set of regular Mindful Sensory Play sessions around County Cork, including Ballincollig, Clonakilty and Bantry.
View full details →Little Kickers
Little Kickers brings its preschool football programme to Barnagore, County Cork, welcoming children from around 18 months through to age seven across four age-graded stages. Younger children start in parent-toddler sessions building balance, coordination and listening skills through play, before progressing to more independent classes. By the final stage, children are combining everything they've learned into a short match, with the classes' "Play not Push" philosophy keeping the focus on fun rather than pressure throughout. Monthly fee is €50.
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Togher Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Hosted by the Togher Family Centre at Tom O'Sullivan House on Maglin Grove in the Deanrock Estate, Cork, this parent, baby and toddler group meets every Thursday from 10am to noon during term time. It's a relaxed setting for parents to unwind, meet other families in the Togher area, and pick up new ideas for playing with their child. At €2 per child, it's an accessible weekly option for children from birth to five. Note that the group's return after school holidays doesn't always line up exactly with term dates, so it's worth checking social media before heading along; email operations@tfamc.ie with any questions.
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Toddler Sense Cork
Toddler Sense's Monfieldstown class in Cork is a parent-led developmental session for children aged 1 to 4, giving parents and caregivers dedicated one-on-one time with their toddler through structured, age-appropriate activities. If a parent can't make a session, a grandparent or childminder is welcome to bring the child along instead, so the routine of weekly attendance isn't disrupted. Toddler Sense also runs classes in Midleton and Ballincollig, giving families across Cork more than one location to choose from.
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Toddler Group Time in Cork Libraries
Blackpool Library runs a free Toddler Time every Wednesday at 10am — an informal drop-in where parents and toddlers can chat, play and connect with other families in the area, no booking required. This is one of several free toddler sessions run across Cork City Libraries, alongside Hollyhill Library's Story Time (Wednesdays, 10am), featuring songs and rhymes for babies and toddlers, and Douglas Library's Duplo Time (Wednesdays and Fridays, 11.30am–12.15pm), where Duplo bricks are provided for open-ended building and creative play. All sessions are free and suitable for babies through preschoolers with a parent or guardian.
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Schull Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Everyone is welcome at Schull Parent, Baby & Toddler Group, which meets every Thursday morning from 10am to noon at the Church of Ireland Hall on Pier Road, Schull - the kettle is always on, in the group's own words. Plenty of toys are on hand to keep children from birth to five occupied, along with tea, coffee and a healthy snack for the grown-ups. There's no charge to attend, making it an easy, low-commitment way for parents and carers in the Schull area to meet others and give their little ones some social time. Follow the group's social media for any updates to the regular schedule.
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STEM101
STEM101 runs a hands-on STEM activity programme for children aged 3 to 9 in Ballincollig, County Cork, introducing scientific and engineering concepts through movement and play rather than desks and worksheets. The Ballincollig group meets on Saturdays at 12.10pm. Children can attend unsupervised unless there's a specific reason for a parent to stay, such as a child not yet being toilet-trained. The current Back-to-Fun term is priced at €180 (down from €200). STEM101 also runs a Saturday afternoon group in nearby Carrigaline at 2.10pm for families who prefer that location.
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Piccolo Play Village Yoga & Sensory classes
Piccolo Play Village in Ballincollig, Cork, runs stay-and-play term classes built around a miniature village setting, mixing Mindful Sensory Play and Children's Yoga with imaginary role-play sessions where kids act out scenarios in their own scaled-down world. Classes are priced from €14 and suit a broad age range, from babies as young as six months up to around six years old, making it a flexible option for families with children at different stages who want to attend together. It's a distinctive alternative to a standard parent-and-toddler drop-in for parents in the Ballincollig area looking for something more structured.
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Nana's Playroom
Nana's Playroom takes a child-led, messy-play approach to sensory sessions, laying out open-ended materials and letting children from around six months to four years explore however they choose - the idea being that there's no wrong way to play, only room for imagination to lead. The main sessions run at Ballinlough Community Centre, Cork, every Sunday from 9.30 to 10.30am, with an additional class held at Dramarama in Mount Oval, Rochestown. Parents or carers stay and supervise throughout, and are encouraged to join in the mess rather than watch from the sidelines - it's designed as much as a bonding experience for the adult as for the child. Since sessions involve water, paint and similar materials, a spare outfit is a good idea.
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Mahon Parent and Toddler Group & Baby Massage Cork
Run by Mahon Family Resource Centre on Mahon Drive, Cork, this parent and toddler group meets every Friday during the school term from 10 to 11.30am for €6 per family, giving parents a coffee and a chat while their children play and take part in activities together. The centre also runs Baby Massage classes from time to time at a discounted rate for toddler group members - keep an eye on the group's Facebook page for upcoming dates. Between the two offerings, it's a useful local base for Mahon families with children from birth through to around five.
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Knocknaheeny Toddler Group - Barnardos
Hosted by Barnardos at the Brighter Futures Centre in Knocknaheeny, Cork City, this parent, baby and toddler group is open to local families with a child between birth and five years old, subject to a place being available. It runs every Friday from 9.30 to 10.30am during the school term, and there's no cost to attend. Because the group doesn't run a social media page, the best way to check availability or ask about joining is to ring the centre directly on 021 430 7964 - a straightforward, community-based option for parents in the Knocknaheeny area.
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Glen Baby & Toddler Group Cork - Cuddles & Chat
Glen Parent, Baby and Toddler Group meets every Tuesday from 10.30am to 12.30pm on Glen Avenue in The Glen, Cork, giving parents and carers of babies through to five year olds a relaxed weekly meet-up. It costs just €2 per session and runs through the school year, breaking only in July and August. Beyond the usual chat, toys and play, the group brings in a qualified speech and language therapist for the Happy Talk programme (a 4-week course each autumn and spring term), marks every child's birthday with a cake and a keepsake photo, and rounds off the year with a train trip to Fota Wildlife Park in late June, picking back up in September. Contact glenresourcecentre@gmail.com to find out more.
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Cork Multiples Club - Wilton/Bishopstown - Toddler Group
This Cork branch of the Irish Multiple Births Association (IMBA) runs a monthly toddler group for parents of twins, triplets and other multiples at Brú Columbanus on Cardinal Way, Wilton, meeting on the last Friday of the month from 10am to noon. IMBA is a volunteer-run charity founded in 1996 by parents of multiples themselves, which gives the group's members a particular insight into the practical and emotional side of raising more than one baby at a time, from pregnancy and birth through the different childhood stages. Alongside the monthly meet-up, the club also runs a quarterly information evening for expectant parents of multiples. The group keeps both a public and a private Facebook page; contact corkmultiplesclub@gmail.com to get involved.
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Blackrock Baby & Toddler Group Cork
Blackrock/Ballintemple Parent, Baby and Toddler Group meets every Tuesday morning during term time at Ardfoyle Convent on Ardfoyle Crescent, Cork, from 9.30 to 11am. It's a well-established drop-in group for mums, dads, grandparents and other carers of babies and toddlers, with a good supply of toys and regular special guests or one-off classes added into the usual mix through the year. Cost is €5 per family. Just turn up on the day - contact blackrocktoddlebums@gmail.com for more information.
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Ballincollig Baby & Toddler Group Cork
Ballincollig Baby & Toddler Group is hosted by Ballincollig Family Resource Centre at The Village Centre on Station Road, Co. Cork, running on Thursday mornings during term time. What's on offer varies week to week - sometimes it's a simple parent meet-up with free play for the kids, other times a more structured session with sensory play, rhymes and songs, so it's worth checking the centre's social media beforehand to see what's planned. Both timing and cost vary depending on the activity. Contact info@ballincolligfrc.org for the current schedule.
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BabyGrá - Baby Massage & Yoga Cork
BabyGrá runs a five-week Baby Massage course for babies up to around a year old at Croí Wellness Studio in Blackpool, Cork, priced at €125. Each course is built around slowing down and connecting with your baby: you'll learn gentle massage techniques that can help with sleep, ease tummy discomfort and colic, and strengthen bonding through touch. Materials are provided, including organic baby massage oil, a parent's manual covering all the strokes and routines, and mats and a comfortable setup for the session itself. It's a calm, guided introduction to infant massage rather than a drop-in class, so booking ahead for the next course is recommended.
View full details →Baby & Toddler Group Cork City
POLO - Parents of Little Ones - is a weekly parent-toddler group meeting at Cork Baptist Church on McCurtain Street in the city's Victorian Quarter, open to anyone with a child aged up to three. Sessions run every Tuesday from 10 to 11.30am during the school term and are free to attend, offering a central, easy-to-reach spot for city-based families to meet others with children the same age over free play and a chat. Contact meabh.kenny@gmail.com for more details.
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Ardfallen/Douglas Breastfeeding and Toddler Group
This listing covers three separate family sessions around the Douglas Road area of Cork city. The Breastfeeding Group meets at the Ardfallen Methodist Centre on the last Friday of every month from 10 to 11.30am (€3 per family), and Breastfeeding Beyond Infancy meets at Blackpool Library on the third Saturday of the month at 11am - both organised through the La Leche League Cork City Facebook page. A separate Toddler Group runs at the same Ardfallen Methodist Centre every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 to 11.45am, at €8 per family; contact carmelwalsh1@hotmail.com or 086-8834988 for details. Note that this Toddler Group has no confirmed online presence, so it's worth double-checking it's still running before making the trip.
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Toddler Sense
Toddler Sense is the follow-on programme from Baby Sensory, running sensory play classes for children aged roughly 13 months to 4.5 years across three locations in North County Dublin. Each week follows a different theme - anything from Space to Under the Sea, an Ugly Bug Ball or a jungle trek - built around adventure play, songs, music, puppet shows, light shows and bubbles, with recurring characters Jennifer and Todd guiding the story. Behind the fun and games, activities are designed to support a wide range of developmental milestones, including hand-eye coordination, fine and gross motor skills, visual stimulation, emotional regulation and social development. With multiple North County Dublin locations, families can find their nearest class via the Toddler Sense website.
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Common questions
How many kids activities and classes are there in Cork City?
Kids Patch lists 56 kids activities and classes in Cork City. Each listing links straight through to the provider — Kids Patch is free for parents to use and takes no booking fee or commission.
What kinds of kids activities are available in Cork City?
The categories with the most listings are Football (18), Parent-and-toddler (16), Developmental (7), Swimming (4), Rugby (3), STEM (3), Dance (2), Arts and crafts (1), and 2 more.
What age range do kids activities and classes in Cork City cover?
Across the listings on this page, ages run from birth up to 12 years. 50 of the 56 state an age range. The rest leave it open, so it is worth asking the provider directly.
How much do kids activities and classes in Cork City cost?
3 of the 56 listings publish a price: €12.50. Most providers set fees per term rather than per class and quote on enquiry, so contact them directly for a current figure.
Are there any free kids activities and classes in Cork City?
Yes — 5 of the 56 listings are free to attend. Use the "Free classes only" filter above to see just those.
Do parents need to stay during kids activities and classes in Cork City?
It varies by provider: of the 56 listings, 9 are parent-accompanied. The rest do not state a policy — assume younger age groups are parent-accompanied unless the provider says otherwise.