Little Hands, Big Minds, Endless Possibilities.
Welcome to Little Acorns: a warm, inclusive community for babies and toddlers right here in Stevenage.
We create sensory-rich, child-led sessions where little ones are free to explore, discover, and just be themselves. Every session is thoughtfully designed around real child development, because we know that play is never just play. Whether you’re a first-time parent or you’ve done this before, there’s a place for your family here. Come and find your people.
What We Offer
Our Vision
Little Acorns started with a simple idea.
That every family deserves a place to belong. Our vision is to grow into a full community hub for early years education, parent support and child-led discovery.
We're just getting started
Come and play
Every session at Little Acorns is a carefully crafted sensory experience, themed, child-led, and rooted in real early years development. From messy play to music, movement to imaginative exploration, we create environments where little ones can follow their curiosity and just be themselves.
We’re always growing. New days, new venues, and new experiences are added regularly based on what our families need. If there’s a time or location that would work better for you, we’d love to hear from you! get in touch and let’s make it happen.
Mini Acorns: Fourth Trimester Course
No parent should have to navigate the fourth trimester alone. Mini Acorns: Fourth Trimester is a premium 5-week guided course for new parents and their babies, exploring development, connection, and confidence through the five senses, one beautiful session at a time.
Launching February 2027. Waitlist opening soon, be the first to know.
Where the Magic Happens
Every child deserves a brilliant start.
And every parent deserves to feel supported along the way. Little Acorns is a warm, welcoming community where little ones explore, discover and thrive. And where you'll find your people too.
We'd love to have you.
Meet the faces behind the magic
Keeley
Co-Founder
Keeley is an early years professional with over 10 years of experience in child development, baby room leadership, and certified in baby massage and yoga. She co-founded Little Acorns with a simple belief, that every child deserves a space to explore, discover, and grow at their own pace. Warm, knowledgeable, and endlessly passionate about play-led learning, Keeley designs every session from the ground up, rooting each experience in schema theory and real child development practices. For Keeley, early years isn’t just a passion it’s a way of life. She’s also a mum, which means she gets it: the chaos, the joy, and everything in between
Megan
Co- Founder
Megan is a Level 3 early years qualified professional, a devoted and loving mum, and one of the most passionate early years practitioners you’ll ever meet. She co-founded Little Acorns because she noticed something was missing from the local community, and that something was connection.
Megan is the creative heartbeat of Little Acorns, bringing each session to life with the most intricate, imaginative setups that spark wonder and curiosity in every child who walks through the door. From crafting themed sensory worlds to making every family feel instantly welcome, Megan pours her whole heart into everything she does. With over eight years of experience in early years, her dedication, warmth, and creativity are woven into the fabric of Little Acorns.
Come and find your people.
Parent Testimonials
Little Hands, Big Minds, Endless possibilities.
Little Acorns was born from a simple belief ,that every child deserves a space to explore, discover, and just be themselves. Founded by two early years professionals with over 20 years of combined experience, we create sensory-rich, child-led sessions rooted in real child development research. Every tray, every texture, every messy moment is purposeful. Because play is never just play.
But Little Acorns has always been about more than the sessions. It’s about community. It’s about the parent who walks in feeling isolated and leaves feeling seen. It’s about creating a space where your family truly belongs.
Looking Ahead: Expansion and New Offerings
Something exciting is coming. Mini Acorns: Fourth trimester: Created and led by Keeley as part of the Little Acorns family, Mini Acorns is a premium 5-week guided course for new parents and their babies, designed to help you navigate those precious, overwhelming first weeks with confidence and connection.
And that’s just the beginning. Our long-term vision is a full community hub, a warm, welcoming space where early years education, sensory play, and parent support all live under one roof. Because no parent should have to do this alone.
Every little acorn has the potential to grow into something mighty. We’re just here to help it along.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it Messy?
Yes, gloriously so!1 We recommend old clothes or a change of clothes
Mess is as taste safe as possible and always washable.
What age is it suitable for?
Our sessions are designed for babies and toddlers from around 6 months to 5 years. Mixed ages are welcome that's part of the magic!
Do i have to book in advance?
Yes, all our sessions are booked via Bookwhen to guarantee your spot. Drop-ins aren't available as spaces are limited.
What if my child doesn't join in?
That's completely fine! Watching is important to playing and learning too. We follow your child's lead, there's no pressure... ever.
Can i come if my baby is very young?
Our messy-play sessions are best suited to babies from around 6 months, when they can begin exploring the sensory resources more actively.
For newborns and younger babies, Mini Acorns: Fourth Trimester is designed especially for you, a gentle, small-group course focused on connection, development and confidence in those early weeks. Join the wait-list to be first to hear when spaces open.