Baby Sensory
Baby Sensory classes for babies from birth to 13 months run every Monday at Clements Hall on Nunthorpe Road in York (YO23 1BW), with four one-hour sessions to choose from across the morning and early afternoon — all term-time only at £7.75 per class.
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About this class
Baby Sensory at Clements Hall runs four Monday sessions: a mixed-ages class at 9:40–10:40 (birth to 13 months), an older babies session at 11:00–12:00 (6–13 months), a younger babies session at 12:30–13:30 (0–6 months), and a second mixed-ages class at 14:00–15:00. Each session lasts one hour and runs term-time only. Classes are led by Gleanna Oland, who can be reached at york@babysensory.co.uk or on 07790 759333. The Main Hall at Clements Hall is fully wheelchair accessible — there is step-free parking, an accessible entrance, and an accessible restroom.
Every session follows a detailed lesson plan created by Dr Lin Day, who founded Baby Sensory after more than four decades of research into early child development. In practice, that means each hour moves through a range of activities — creative play, baby massage, tummy time, movement, textured objects, gentle scents, and music — with the sensory layout calibrated to how young babies actually see and hear. The instruments used have been checked against safe decibel levels for infant ears, and the layout is arranged to match the focal distance at which a newborn or young baby perceives objects most clearly. Sessions also include songs, rhymes, and sensory signing to support early speech and language, and every class closes with a gentle wind-down that mimics the sounds of the womb.
The programme was designed as much for parents as for babies. Everything introduced in a session is shown in a way that can be repeated at home. The relaxed format — feeding and cuddling during class are entirely welcome — reflects the programme's stated aim of giving parents practical knowledge and confidence alongside a reason to get out and connect with others. The four Monday time slots spread across the day give some flexibility around whatever a young baby's routine looks like that week.
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How much does a class cost at Clements Hall?
Classes are £7.75 per session. They run term-time only, so check the current school-term dates before booking.
How do I book?
Contact Gleanna Oland directly — she runs the York franchise. You can email york@babysensory.co.uk or call 07790 759333 to ask about availability and reserve a place.
Which session suits my baby's age?
There are four Monday slots at Clements Hall. The 9:40 and 14:00 sessions are mixed-ages (birth to 13 months). If your baby is between 6 and 13 months, there is a dedicated older babies class at 11:00; if your baby is under 6 months, the younger babies session at 12:30 may suit you better. All are one hour long.
What happens in a session?
Each class follows a structured lesson plan covering creative play, massage, tummy time, movement, visual development, textures, scents, and music. Sessions include songs and rhymes to support early speech, as well as sensory signing activities. Every session opens with Baby Sensory's signature song and closes with a calming wind-down that mimics womb sounds. Everything is shown in a straightforward way so you can repeat activities at home.
Is Clements Hall accessible?
Yes. The venue has wheelchair accessible parking, a step-free entrance, and an accessible restroom. You are welcome to feed or cuddle your baby at any point during the session.
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