What is Tiny Acorns?
An independent, family-owned music and sensory class for babies and toddlers, with friendly support for parents and carers too.

What classes do you offer?
Baby Squirrels is for newborns up to those first crawls. Musical Squirrels is for active crawlers to toddlers and their siblings.

What will we do in class?
Baby Squirrels has songs, gentle movement, lights, feathers, textures, bubbles, parachutes and plenty of cuddles. Musical Squirrels focuses on motor skills, colours, numbers, rhythm, focus, movement and bubbles.

Can babies and toddlers attend together?
Yes. Our mixed-age Musical Squirrels sessions welcome both, and activities adapt to different ages and stages. Carers stay with and support their own child throughout.

How long are the classes?
Around 40 minutes. Please arrive a few minutes early to settle your little one.

Can I arrive late?
Of course! If we’ve already started, just join right in.

What do I need to bring?
Nappies, wipes, a change of clothes and any comforter your child needs. For smaller babies, we recommend a blanket to lay them on.

Do you run parties?
Yes, we offer bespoke parties, including birthdays and christenings.

Do you do seasonal specials?
Yes, we frequently run seasonal classes, including Halloween, Christmas and soft play parties. Check the website for available places.

Booking and Payment

Do I need to book?
Yes, booking is required to guarantee your place. Reserve online through our booking page or call Laura on 07949 086259. Spaces are limited, so termly booking is recommended.

How do I book?
Choose your class on our booking site, then pay by bank transfer.

Is my place confirmed straight away?
No, your class is only confirmed once payment has been received.

How much does it cost?
Drop-in is £9.99 per class, or £8.99 for members. Termly booking is £8.75 per class, or £7.75 for members, multiplied by the weeks left in the term.

What is membership?
Add £10 to your payment for member discounts. It’s per family and for life, covering any children you have now or in the future.

What’s the difference between termly and drop-in?
Termly guarantees your place every week without rebooking. Drop-in is more flexible, but places aren’t guaranteed.

Do you offer free trials?
We don’t, because we’d rather keep our prices low for all our families than offer discounts to a few. If you’d like to see if we’re the right fit, you’re welcome to book a single drop-in class, and we’d love to meet you!

Can I purchase classes for someone else?
Yes! If you’re buying classes as a gift, we’ll happily make you a voucher to give. Just let us know.

Missed or Cancelled Classes

What if we can’t make a class?
Due to limited spaces, we can’t offer refunds or transfers for missed classes under any circumstances.

If I pay for the term, can I cancel my place?
You’re welcome to skip any week, but classes can’t be refunded or transferred.

What happens if the weather is unfavourable?
We’ll run classes wherever we can. If it’s very hot, we’ll do our best to keep the room cool, and if it snows, we’ll try our hardest to get there. If you choose not to attend, the class is forfeited.

What happens if Tiny Acorns cancels a class?
You’ll be offered an alternative. If the current term is full, this will most likely be a transfer to the next term.

Getting Here

Where are classes held?
At Hemel Cricket Club in Hemel Hempstead and at Carmenta Life in Berkhamsted. Directions are on our website.

Is there parking?
At Hemel Cricket Club there are two free car parks. Car park one is for Tiny Acorns customers only, so feel free to box each other in. In car park two, please park in a marked space and note the time limits. At Carmenta Life, please don’t park at the premises, as fines are issued.

Can I leave my car at Hemel Cricket Club and go into town?
Please don’t leave your car in car park one after class, as the barrier needs to be dropped. Car park two is public, but time limits apply.

Where do I leave my pram?
At Hemel Cricket Club, under the veranda, in the hallway or in the hall. At Carmenta Life, at the side of the building. Please bring a pram cover.

Your First Visit

Will I feel welcome if I’m new?
Absolutely. Messy hair, sleepy babies and mid-class meltdowns are all completely normal here.

What do I do if I’m too nervous to come in alone?
Text, call or email Laura and she’ll meet you in the car park and make it as easy as possible. We do this more often than you might realise.

What if my baby cries?
Don’t worry, we’ve all been there! Our classes are a no-judgement zone, so you can comfort, feed or cuddle your little one however you need to. Many of our songs and sensory activities are calming, and you’re welcome to join in again whenever your baby is ready. We will never expect you to leave.

Are your team first aid trained?
Yes, our staff and volunteers include individuals who are trained in first aid for young children

Who supervises the activities?
All activities are supervised by experienced staff and volunteers, and carers stay with their own child throughout.

How do you keep equipment and the venue safe?
Our team carries out routine safety checks on equipment and the premises. Soft play areas and mats are inspected regularly, and toys are cleaned and checked for damage.

Do you carry out risk assessments?
Yes, we complete simple risk assessments for indoor and outdoor activities. We adapt sessions to keep children safe while encouraging play and development.

What if my child has allergies or mobility needs?
Please let our staff know before each session so we can support your child.

Are your team first aid trained?
Yes, our staff and volunteers include individuals who are trained in first aid for young children.

What should I do if my child is unwell?
Please keep your child at home if they have a fever or any contagious illness, and follow current NHS guidance on return times.

What if my child has vomiting or diarrhoea?
Follow NHS advice on how long to stay at home before attending classes. 

What happens if my child becomes unwell during a session?

If its a medical emergency we will imeediately stop the class. If it's something like sickness, we will do everything we can to assist, if our equipment becomes contaminated please tell us immediately

How do I get in touch?
Email info@tinyacorns.co.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 07949 086259. Please check your junk folder, as replies sometimes land there.