Activities for parents in Brighton

“Isabello’s is a fantastic pre school. The staff are amazing and my daughter has loved her time there. The team are so supportive, loving and know each child so well. I wouldn’t hesitate recommending Isabello’s to anyone!”

Kickboxfit martial arts academy is a premier training center located in the heart of Hove, serving the local Brighton and Hove community. This family-run dojo provides a welcoming environment for individuals of all ages and skill levels to master the art of kickboxing. The academy offers specialized children’s martial arts sessions designed to build discipline, focus, and physical coordination. Adult classes include dedicated ladies' morning groups and mixed sessions focusing on high-intensity fitness and technical skill development.

“My son has been attending the nursery for around 6 months now - in this short time we can already see the positive impact the nursery is having on his confidence, motor skills and early education. The nursery itself is in a great setting within the park and a 5 minute walk from the beach/library, all which the children visit regularly. Pictures are sent throughout the day via WhatsApp which is a lovely personal and reassuring touch! The staff are all so friendly and attentive on pick ups & drop offs nothing is too much trouble for them. Overall, a big thanks Brodie, charley & team for giving my little one the best start into his education :)”

Located in the Stormont Building in Hove, this premier MMA gym is led by professional fighters. It offers a high-energy environment for residents of Brighton and Hove to master various combat sports. The gym provides expert coaching in Muay Thai, K-1 kickboxing, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Specialized classes in grappling, wrestling, and mixed martial arts are available for all skill levels. Facilities include a spacious mat area, a range of punch bags, and a full-size cage for sparring drills.

“Such a wonderful nursery, my daughter settled in so well in the beginning and runs in every morning without a backward glance. The staff are so friendly and caring. The activities are varied and interesting, lots of fun for the children with really inventive ways for the children to learn key skills. The trips the children go on are an added bonus. The spaces for each age group are well-designed and furnished for each developmental stage. The nursery is just such a wonderful, nurturing setting.”

“My daughter has been going to discovery day since August-September of 2021. She loves it there , all the staff have been amazing with her and now they are getting her ready to start school this September. They have such wonderful team working with the children everyday. I would highly recommend to discovery to anyone looking for a nursery.”

“Perfect start nursery Horsham and their lovely staff have gone above and beyond taking care of our little one. Our boy has gone to the nursery since he was one and now he is 3 in preschool. Our boy has special needs that would have gone completely under the radar if the nursery hadn't noticed them! They supported us through this journey and have made every referral possible to get him scene and sorted. He feels very loved and secure in his classes and he adores his careres. We absolutely love and recommend perfect start nursery at Horsham!!”

“Our daughter has just completed Year 7 in Burgess Hill Girls and she has loved every minute of it. The school environment is nurturing and positive and over the last year we have seen her grow in confidence and become more independent. The support from teachers and staff is amazing and the children benefit from smaller class sizes and a wide range of subjects taught in an engaging manner. She has developed strong friendship groups with other pupils from her classes but also from across the school. She often tells us how much she loves being here and has even mentioned missing school over the summer holidays. A lovely school, highly recommended!”

“My 16 month old son attends Bluebell Barn. We have been absolutely delighted with the nursery. The staff go above and beyond, they are so nurturing and really want to see the children blossom. Our son's gone from a very timid baby to a confident young toddler and I have no doubt that it is from starting nursery and the support he's had. I echo all the 5 star reviews below!”

“Not only the best experience at a pet store, but possibly the best customer service experience I've ever received. I recently moved to the area and have been visiting this store for all of my dogs needs. Every time I visit the staff are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. They remember me and my pet, as well as his needs and use that knowledge to make well informed recommendations. I must say, it is a joy going in every time. They always seem genuinely happy to see me and my dog and it's very clear they have a deep love for animals. My dog doesn't like being touched on his behind and one of the staff even sat with me and my dog and showed me some training exercises to help combat that. I can't recommend this place enough, if you are in the area, please pay these guys a visit.”

“Excellent Service at Schuh Kids, Brighton Shopping Centre! "I recently visited Schuh Kids at Brighton Shopping Centre with my wife and our little son, and we had an exceptional experience, thanks to the outstanding service provided by Natali. She went above and beyond to assist us in finding the perfect shoes for our son. Natali's kindness and helpfulness made our shopping trip enjoyable and stress-free. We truly appreciate her dedication and the excellent service we received at Schuh Kids. Highly recommended!"”

“Chris and Donna have been amazing for our kids, such a friendly, fun, professional pair of teachers. The setup with the endless pools is great and parents can watch their kids learn from the gallery. They have taken our 3 from non-swimmers to being super confident in the water.”

“A large indoor play centre, and very very reasonable price going in (only paid £6 for a 2 year old on a Saturday morning). No time limit and plenty of variety in the play area for the little ones to go an explore. Decent food offerings and the coffee was ok. The perfect place to take kids for entertainment; although could do with the staff just keeping checks on some of the more boisterous big kids running around. Great time here, and big smiles (from Mummy and daughter!) when going down the slides.”

“My eldest has been with Maple Tree for the past 2 years. He loves it! They spend lots of time outside, when the weather is dry they are free to go in and out into the secure garden, he is often taken to toddler groups, soft play, parks and gardens (e.g. Nymans) On top of this they do lots of craft activities, and sensory play - one of his favourtie things to do is build towers with foam bricks and spray soap! Dedicated playroom, but lots of spill over space in the house and garden. Highly recommend this setting, for any child. As he moves on to playschool we will miss it!!”

“Our daughter is loving Pumpkin in the Park, the staff and facilities are wonderful. They have a beautiful garden with a free flow policy so the kids can enjoy the garden all day long. The nursery is large, bright, well equipped and the staff are absolutely lovely. A hidden gem of a nursery in Wish Park. We are so pleased we found you!”

Based at The Happy Campus in Hove, this Taekwondo school offers Olympic-style martial arts training. It provides a dedicated space for students of all ages to develop physical and mental strength. The school offers comprehensive Taekwondo classes ranging from young children to adult levels. Training focuses on the core tenets of respect, resilience, self-control, and practical self-defense. Students are guided through a structured grading system toward achieving their black belts. The curriculum includes both traditional techniques and preparation for competitive sparring.