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[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” admin_label=”Children\/Youth Full Width Post Title + Image Section” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_margin=”-130px||||false|false” global_module=”12835″ saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_post_title meta=”off” featured_image=”off” text_color=”light” admin_label=”Full width post title – children youth” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ title_font=”Berryline||||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”130px” background_color=”rgba(48,48,48,0.87)” background_image=”https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Under-18s.jpg” min_height=”60vh” custom_margin=”-130px||||false|false” custom_padding=”40vh||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”40vh||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”30vh||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” title_font_size_tablet=”100px” title_font_size_phone=”100px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_fullwidth_post_title][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro Para” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”8beb6747-de09-44cf-aa05-7bc5821e23f0″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
We are committed to inspiring children, young people and families, helping them to grow, learn and explore faith in Jesus Christ.<\/p>\n
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Below we’ve grouped our regular activities by age to make it easy to find out what’s going at Sutton Coldfield Baptist Church for children and young people.\u00a0In addition to our regular activities for children and young people we run a variety of fantastic special events.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/a>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_cta title=”Pre-School” admin_label=”Pre-School” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font_size=”35px” background_color=”rgba(81,81,81,0.74)” background_image=”https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Children_Youth_Child_Plaing_Instruments.jpg” background_position=”top_center” background_vertical_offset=”10%” background_blend=”multiply” height=”400px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”100px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”100px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”75px||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Cr\u00e8che [\/et_pb_cta][et_pb_toggle title=”Click here for information about our Pre-School activities” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h4″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We have a cr\u00e8che for little ones located in the lounge area of the main church. This safe and friendly environment has a high ratio of helpers to children and children can be taken into cr\u00e8che at any point during the service. Children typically move to our next group (Bubbles & Busy Bees) once they\u2019re potty trained.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n For pre-schoolers and those in reception this fun group focuses on active play with a wide range of toys, a short Bible story, craft, singing and refreshments. Children stay in church for the first part of the service before going to their groups in the church hall.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Join our exciting stay and play toddler group for pre-school children. Sessions include a wide variety of toys suitable for all ages, story time, singing, games and cars. All Aboard is a safe and enjoyable environment for children to play and have fun. \u00a32.00 per adult and 50p for each child, booking essential.<\/p>\n Click here to visit What’s On to Book<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Little Ark playgroup provides an opportunity for pre-school children aged 2-4 years old to play and learn in a safe and happy environment without their parents\/carers. Each session features free play with a wide range of toys and activities, singing time, physical play, and story time. Contact Jane Line, Under 5’s Worker, for more information.<\/p>\n Contact Jane<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/a>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_cta title=”Ages 4 – School Year 3″ admin_label=”Ages 4 – School Year 3″ _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font_size=”35px” background_color=”rgba(81,81,81,0.74)” background_image=”https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Children_Youth_Child_Glowsticks.jpg” background_position=”top_left” background_vertical_offset=”11%” background_blend=”multiply” height=”400px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”100px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”100px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”75px||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Light Years [\/et_pb_cta][et_pb_toggle title=”Click here for information about ages 4 – school year 3 activities” _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h4″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Our Sunday morning provision for children features age specific activities centred around a Bible story. Children stay in church for the first part of the service before going to their groups in the church hall.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n For those in school year Reception to year 3, Anchor Boys is the start of fun and friendships! We aim to encourage children to have fun, grow lasting friendships and develop an awareness of the Christian faith. Activities include cooking, craft, games and challenges.<\/p>\n Contact Us<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n For those in school year Reception to year 3, this is a fun and exciting way for girls to make new friends and enjoy different activities including games, crafts, cooking and stories.<\/p>\n Contact Rachel<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n An opportunity for children and the adults in their lives to gather around tables and explore Christianity using craft, quizzes, stories, music and there\u2019s always food!<\/p>\n Taking place throughout the year, Grow Together lasts around 75 minutes and includes food.<\/p>\n Future Dates<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/a>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_cta title=”School Years 4 – 6″ admin_label=”School Years 4 – 6″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font_size=”35px” background_color=”rgba(81,81,81,0.74)” background_image=”https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Children_Youth_Children_Drawing.jpg” background_blend=”multiply” height=”400px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”100px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”100px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”75px||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Light Years [\/et_pb_cta][et_pb_toggle title=”Click here for information about school years 4 – 6 activities” _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h4″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Our Sunday morning provision for children features age specific activities centred around a Bible story. Children stay in church for the first part of the service before going to their groups in the church hall.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Continuing from Anchor Boys, Juniors focuses on more complex challenges and activities to build skills in cooperation and teamwork, and to take on new responsibilities.<\/p>\n Contact Us<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Continuing from Explorers, Juniors focuses on developing responsibility and teamwork skills through activities including games, craft, cooking and trips.<\/p>\n Contact Rachel<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n An opportunity for children and the adults in their lives to gather around tables and explore Christianity using craft, quizzes, stories, music and there\u2019s always food!<\/p>\n Taking place throughout the year, Grow Together lasts around 75 minutes and includes food.<\/p>\n Future Dates<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/a>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_cta title=”Fusion: School Years 7-9″ admin_label=”School Years 7 – 9″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font_size=”35px” background_color=”rgba(81,81,81,0.74)” background_image=”https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Children_Youth_Young_Person_Fusion.jpg” background_blend=”multiply” height=”400px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”100px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”100px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”75px||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Fusion Sundays [\/et_pb_cta][et_pb_toggle title=”Click here for information about school years 7 – 9 activities” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h4″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Young people stay in church for the first part of the service before going to their group in our youth building (The Way Inn). Fusion Sundays offer an interactive session learning about the Christian faith and discussing relevant issues.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n A chance for any young person in years 7 to 9 to connect with friends, talk about life, study the Bible and pray together. We have a number of different Life Groups that meet during the week. If you would like to attend a Life Group please get in touch and we’ll help find the most appropriate one to join.<\/p>\n Contact Sam<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Every Thursday night during term time our years 7 to 9 young people gather to spend time together, learning new life skills, playing games and socialising together.<\/p>\n Contact Sam<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Code” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/a>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_cta title=”Ignite: School Years 10 – 13″ admin_label=”School Years 10 – 13″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font_size=”35px” background_color=”rgba(81,81,81,0.74)” background_image=”https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Children_Youth_Young_Person_Ignite.jpg” background_position=”top_center” background_vertical_offset=”14%” background_blend=”multiply” height=”400px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”100px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”100px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”75px||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” link_option_url_new_window=”on” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Ignite Sundays [\/et_pb_cta][et_pb_toggle title=”Click here for information about school years 10 – 13 activities” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h4″ custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Join us for our evening service with refreshments served before and after the service.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n A chance for any young person in years 10 to 13 to connect with friends, talk about life, study the Bible and pray together. We have a number of different Life Groups that meet during the week. If you’d like to attend a Life Group please get in touch and we’ll help find the most appropriate one to join.<\/p>\n Contact Sam<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Every Thursday night during term time our years 10 to 13 young people gather to spend time together, learning new life skills, playing games and socialising together.<\/p>\n Contact Sam<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Special Events” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#EFEFEF” background_enable_image=”off” parallax=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Throughout the year we run a variety of different events. 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Our safeguarding policy is followed by all staff and volunteers, and is reviewed regularly by our leadership team. 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Our youth work encompasses a series of age-appropriate groups on Sunday mornings with well over 100 children and young people attending on a regular basis to learn more about God. In addition, we offer a series of groups during the week with playgroups for pre-schoolers, Boys Brigade and Girls Brigade from the age of 5 and Fusion\/Ignite for those at senior school.\r\n
Bubbles & Busy Bees
All Aboard Stay & Play
Little Ark Playgroup<\/p>\nCr\u00e8che<\/h4>\n
Every Sunday during the 10:30am service<\/em><\/h5>\n
Bubbles & Busy Bees<\/h4>\n
Every week during our 10:30am service (apart from All Together services)<\/em><\/h5>\n
All Aboard Toddler Group<\/h4>\n
Every Thursday morning during term time from 10:00am to 12:00pm<\/em><\/h5>\n
Little Ark Playgroup<\/h4>\n
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings during term time from 9:45am to 11:40am<\/em><\/h5>\n
Boys’ Brigade – Anchor Boys
Girls\u2019 Brigade \u2013 Explorers
Grow Together<\/p>\nLight Years<\/h4>\n
Every Sunday morning (apart from All Together services)<\/em><\/h5>\n
Boys\u2019 Brigade \u2013 Anchor Boys<\/h4>\n
Tuesday evenings during term time from 5:30pm to 6:30pm<\/em><\/h5>\n
Girls\u2019 Brigade \u2013 Explorers<\/h4>\n
Thursday evenings during term time from 5:00pm to 6:00pm<\/em><\/h5>\n
Grow Together<\/h4>\n
Throughout the year on a Sunday at 4:00pm
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Boys’ Brigade – Juniors
Girls\u2019 Brigade \u2013 Juniors
Grow Together<\/p>\nLight Years<\/h4>\n
Every Sunday morning (apart from All Together services)<\/em><\/h5>\n
Boys\u2019 Brigade \u2013 Juniors<\/h4>\n
Tuesday evenings during term time from 6:45pm to 8:15pm<\/em><\/h5>\n
Girls\u2019 Brigade \u2013 Juniors<\/h4>\n
Thursday evenings during term time from 6:00pm to 7:15pm<\/em><\/h5>\n
Grow Together<\/h4>\n
Throughout the year on a Sunday at 4:00pm
<\/em><\/h5>\n
Life Groups
Brigades<\/p>\nFusion Sundays<\/h4>\n
Every Sunday morning (apart from All Together services)<\/em><\/h5>\n
Fusion Life Groups<\/h4>\n
Throughout the week<\/em><\/h5>\n
Fusion Brigades<\/h4>\n
Thursday evenings during term time from 6:45pm to 8:15pm<\/em><\/h5>\n
Life Groups
Brigades<\/p>\nIgnite Sundays<\/h4>\n
Every Sunday evening service at 6:30pm<\/em><\/h5>\n
Ignite Life Groups<\/h4>\n
Throughout the week<\/em><\/h5>\n
Ignite Brigades<\/h4>\n
Thursday evenings during term time from 8:00pm to 9:30pm<\/em><\/h5>\n
Special events for children, young people and families<\/h2>\n
Safeguarding<\/h2>\n
Learn More:<\/h2>\r\n
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What\u2019s On:<\/h2>\r\nSee our\u00a0events calendar<\/a>\u00a0for details of the timings of weekday events.","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/599"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=599"}],"version-history":[{"count":108,"href":"https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/599\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":17483,"href":"https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/599\/revisions\/17483"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.scbc.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=599"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}