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Henry Healthy Start programme

The Henry Healthy Start programme is a free eight-week course and series of workshops for parents and carers living in Leicester with a baby or child aged 0–5 years, led by trained local Henry facilitators.

The programme is perfect for families looking to create a healthier, happier lifestyle together. It covers a range of topics including:

  • wellbeing
  • family routines
  • healthy eating and mealtimes
  • physical activity
  • screen time
  • sleep
  • behaviour management
  • positive parenting strategies

What is Henry?

Henry is a popular eight-week free fun programme designed to give babies and young children a good start and to help the whole family to adopt a healthier lifestyle. It supports families in changing habits and achieving healthier ways of living that work for them.

Each session begins with family time, followed by parent time, during which parents and carers explore the topic of the week. Participating families receive the Henry toolkit and supporting materials, as well as links to other organisations and services working across Leicester.

We can't wait to welcome you to a Henry course or workshop.

Who can attend?

The programme is open to any parent or carers. who lives in Leicester city, with children aged 0-5 years. 

If you live outside of the City, please contact your local council, such as Leicestershire County Council, to find out what local support is available to you.  

Henry eight week courses

The next eight week courses, delivered by Leicester Mammas will take place our children young people and family centres (CYPFC):

  • New Parks CYPFC
    • 14 April to 16 June 2026 
    • 10am to 12noon 
  • Bewcastle CYPFC
    • 8 May to 10 July 2026
    • 10am to 12noon

Henry two hour workshop

The following workshops will take place at our children, young people and family centres (CYPFC)

  • Starting solids
    • 27 February 2026
    • 10am to 12noon at New Parks CYPFC
  • Eating well for less
    • 27 March 2026
    • 10am to 12noon at New Parks CYPFC
  • Healthy teeth
    • 1 May 2026 
    • 10am to 12noon at Bewcastle CYPFC
  • Healthy drinks
    • 22 May 2026
    • 10am to 12noon at New Parks
  • Let's get active
    • 2 July 2026
    • 10am to 12noon at Bewcastle CYPFC

How to sign up

Use the relevant online booking form to register for a place:

Further information

The Henry frequently asked questions may answer any queries you have.  You can also view the Henry website for further information. 

If you have any further queries about Henry please email henry.leicester@leicester.gov.uk.  Alternatively, you may wish to

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