Monkey Music Baby & Toddler Classes Music Classes in Bromley, Chislehurst & Hayes

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Missing Monkey? We are very excited to announce that you can now book on to your own interactive Monkey Music class at home! We hope to bring a bit of online Monkey fun to our families in Bromley, Chislehurst & Hayes with babies and preschoolers and we'd love for you to join us! You can book on our website or send us an email for more information.

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Hi, I'm Helen and I've been running Monkey Music in the Bromley area since 2003.  Music has always been part of my life, and after my degree I spent 15 very happy years as an Orchestra Manager. However, with a professional musician as a husband, and two small daughters, running Monkey Music classes meant I could have a fulfilling and challenging job whilst being based at home, with much-valued flexibility.  As the business grew, so did my enjoyment of creating stimulating and valuable music experiences within the Monkey Music curriculum.  The joy of seeing children develop their musical and social skills, make friends and grow in confidence is still very much with me.  Friendships amongst parents also grow during this vitally important time, and can be made for life.  Our Little Monkeys develop all the way through from Rock'n'Roll at 3 months, to Ding-Dong at 4 years, and many of our loyal families complete the whole curriculum, return for more with subsequent children, and spread the Monkey love throughout the Bromley area.  Our customer loyalty is outstanding, and makes for a very happy atmosphere at classes.  Our teachers are truly talented and inspiring, with boundless energy and commitment.  Their love for music and the children in their classes is plain for all to see.  Do book your complimentary class with us today, we truly look forward to meeting you and your child and introducing you to the fun!

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Growing up in tune with Monkey Music!

Monkey Music near you

Monday - All classes available to book + watch online with Monkey Music at Home

Monkey Music at Home Recorded and Presented by Helen, - recorded session available to view Mon-Sun, Bromley, Chislehurst & Hayes, BR1 1RY

9:00am
Rock'n'Roll From 3 months
9:00am
Heigh-Ho From 12 months
9:05am
Jiggety-Jig 2 + 3 year olds
9:05am
Ding-Dong 3 + 4 year olds
Book Online

Tuesday - All classes available to book + watch online with Monkey Music at Home

Monkey Music at Home Recorded and Presented by Helen, - recorded session available to view Mon-Sun, Bromley, Chislehurst & Hayes, BR1 1RY

9:00am
Rock'n'Roll From 3 months
9:00am
Heigh-Ho From 12 months
9:05am
Jiggety-Jig 2 + 3 year olds
9:05am
Ding-Dong 3 + 4 year olds
Book Online

Wednesday - All classes available to book + watch online with Monkey Music at Home

Monkey Music at Home Recorded and Presented by Helen, - recorded session available to view Mon-Sun, Bromley, Chislehurst & Hayes, BR1 1RY

9:00am
Rock'n'Roll From 3 months
9:00am
Heigh-Ho From 12 months
9:05am
Jiggety-Jig 2 + 3 year olds
9:05am
Ding-Dong 3 + 4 year olds
Book Online

Thursday - All classes available to book + watch online with Monkey Music at Home

Monkey Music at Home Presented Live by Lyndsey, - live online session, Bromley, Chislehurst & Hayes, BR1 1RY

9:30am
Jiggety-Jig 2 + 3 year olds
10:10am
Heigh-Ho From 12 months
10:50am
Rock'n'Roll From 3 months
Book Online

Friday - All classes available to book + watch online with Monkey Music at Home

Monkey Music at Home Recorded and Presented by Helen, - recorded session available to view Mon-Sun, Bromley, Chislehurst & Hayes, BR1 1RY

9:00am
Rock'n'Roll From 3 months
9:00am
Heigh-Ho From 12 months
9:05am
Jiggety-Jig 2 + 3 year olds
9:05am
Ding-Dong 3 + 4 year olds
Book Online

Monkey Term Dates

Summer Term 2020

Term Starts:
Monday 20th April
Half Term:
Monday 25th May - Friday 29th May
Term Ends:
Friday 17th July

Autumn Term 2020

Term Starts:
Monday 7th September
Half Term:
Monday 26th October - Friday 30th October
Term Ends:
Friday 11th December

"We watched it twice on Saturday! Thank you so much, it's lovely to have something different to do that feels familiar."

Monkey Music Mum

"We thoroughly enjoyed the session - it is such a welcome break and fun time! Joining online also restores some much needed 'normality' to our lives."

Monkey Music Mum

"I think the live weekly classes are great, Lilah is really enjoying them."

Monkey Music Mum

"Thomas loves the classes. He's normally such an active boy but during the classes he actually sits still to pay attention!"

Monkey Music Mum

"Rae enjoys her Ding Dong sessions and likes lining up all the musical props in readiness. It's so good to stay connected - keep up the good work!"

Monkey Music Grandma

"We really enjoyed the session - all super! At the end we get the blanket out and I blow bubbles over the girls like we used to do in class - they love it."

Monkey Music Mum

Celebrate with Monkey and Mo!

Monkey Music parties are great fun for babies and children of all ages. Parties are tailored to suit every occasion and always include the birthday child’s favourite Monkey Music songs!

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Kate made Spencer's 1st birthday so incredibly special. It was lovely for him to share Monkey Music with all his friends and family. Kate did a great job at entertaining all the children from 12 wks to 3 yrs!

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Holiday fun for all!

Monkey Music holiday workshops are a popular way to keep children entertained during the holidays. Unlike our regular classes where children are strictly grouped according to age, the holiday workshops cater for a mixed age group of children.

Book your Workshop here!

Fabulous fun at Monkey Music Workshops - thank you!

Monkey Music
has come to town!

Come along to our FREE open days and events and find out what happens at Monkey Music! Since they began, in 1993, over 4.8 million classes have entertained hundreds of thousands of families across the UK!

Book your space for some magical music making with your family. Suitable for babies and young children. Be quick! Places are limited.

Monkey Free Open Days & Events

‘Music and Your Baby’ Event
Friday 24th July, 10:30am
Monkey Music at Home Live
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"We did our first Monkey Music session online the other day and it's fantastic!"

Monkey Music Mum

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The Monkey Team

Helen Whitaker

Hi, I'm the franchisee for this area and have loved teaching for over 17 years.   I also head up our little team, and recruit new teachers when required.  Get in touch if you are interested!

Emma Buxton

I discovered the magic of Monkey Music 13 years ago, with my own children. I was so impressed with the way the structured classes taught musicality in such a fun way.  I taught classes myself for 5 years, and now work alongside Helen in the office, keeping it all ticking along!

Lyndsey Gardiner

Hi, I'm originally from Scotland and have a degree in musical theatre. I recently left Phantom Of The Opera (West End), and have taught Monkey Music since 2012. Seeing the children expressing themselves through music & dance is just wonderful - it is definitely the highlight of my day!

Mary Grist

I studied at Central School of Music and Drama and am mum to two 'little monkeys' of my own, aged 4 and nearly 1. I look forward to combining my love of music and performance, and my passion for working with young children, as a Monkey Music teacher in Bromley this term.  Can't wait!

Nicola Tootell

Hi, I'm Nicola. I am so excited to be teaching Monkey Music, having brought my own children to classes. As a special educational needs teacher, I have seen how important music is in developing children's confidence and language skills, and classes are so much fun.  See you soon! 

What do the classes involve? Monkey Music is an interactive award winning musical curriculum. Classes are small and tailor-made for babies and young children who are grouped according to their age. Each child is accompanied by their carer. Little monkeys sing, dance and play musical instruments. Big monkeys join in the fun too!
Can babies relate to music at such a young age? The ear is the first organ to develop fully in the womb. From five months, an unborn baby can hear the world around them. Early exposure to music encourages babies to develop their musical ear which supports all aspects of early learning and development. Just as language skills are developed early in life, so is musical talent. Regardless of the level of music aptitude with which children are born, they must have formal and informal experiences in music to maintain that level of potential.
Are the classes different for each age group? Yes. Our curriculum is structured and progressive. Rock’n'Roll: from 3 months Heigh-Ho: from 12 months Jiggety-Jig: 2 + 3 year olds Ding-Dong: 3 + 4 year olds
Are all the teachers musically trained? All Monkey music teachers are specifically trained on delivering the Monkey Music curriculum. Many of them are professional musicians and teachers.
How long is a class? Half an hour. Each 30 minute class is a significant step in our progressive curricula. Classes are carefully planned to maximise the attention span of a very young child so that they learn from sharing a rewarding, enjoyable and worthwhile experience.
At what age can my child start Monkey Music? From 3 months old.
Can I try a class before I sign up to a course? Yes. You and your child are invited along for a free complimentary class when making an initial booking enquiry.
How much does a class cost? Please ask at your local Monkey Music Office.
Do I have to pay a term in advance? Yes. After your first complimentary class you reserve your place and are invoiced pro rata for the remaining classes in the term. Families who attend our classes will often bond with their teacher and other members of their group. In order to reserve places so that everyone can be together we facilitate a termly booking system. This also encourages our families to attend regularly so that everyone learns new skills at the same pace.
How many children are in a class? Maximum 15
Do classes just run during term time? Regular classes run during term time. Many areas also run seasonal Holiday Workshops during school holidays.
What happens at a Monkey Music Birthday Party? See More Fun on the main website.
How do I become a Monkey Music franchisee? For more details, please click here
Where can I buy Monkey Music merchandise? Please click here.
Why pay a membership fee? When enrolling in Monkey Music for the first time, a child becomes a member of the Little Monkey Club. New members receive a Welcome Pack, including a Monkey Music T-shirt and beautiful sticker pack as well as access to our online club which supports the child in their learning experience at Monkey Music. The membership fee is payable when registering each child in regular weekly classes at Monkey Music and we offer a discount to siblings who join at any stage. Siblings receive their own welcome pack and T-shirt to wear to class. Ask your local classes for more details.
Is it OK for me to take photos or video in class? No, we politely request that you refrain from taking photos or videos at class.
Can I opt out of the membership fee? No, our online club is designed to support the learning experience of children at our regular classes.
Can I bring a sibling? Yes! We offer discounts for siblings, ask your local classes for more details.
Do I have to sing along? We love it when our customers join in and your children benefit from hearing the sound of a familiar voice, no matter how good or bad!
Do I have to be musical? No! Our teachers will make you feel welcome whatever your musical ability.
Why don’t you offer drop-in classes? We value musical education as a fundamental part of early development, and as such our regular weekly classes are progressive to maximise the learning potential of each child.
Can I bring my newborn too? Yes! Newborn babies are welcome in our classes, please speak to your local classes for more information.
What do I need to bring with me? Everything you need to enjoy our classes is provided by the teacher.
What if I can’t make my usual class? You are welcome to catch up with any classes that you miss. Speak to your local classes to book a catch up class.
What makes Monkey Music classes so special? Monkey Music classes are considered a leading light in pre-school education. Come along for a free class to see for yourself what make Monkey Music classes the highlight of the week for so many families across the UK!
Why is Monkey Music more expensive than the other music groups around? Monkey Music has been established for over 25 years and is proud to have a rich musical heritage. We offer a unique and progressive learning experience for your child, which is supported by over 500 original songs and musical activities. Our talented teachers are carefully chosen and trained to offer the highest standard of pre-school music education.
Why are Monkey Music classes 30 minutes long? Our classes have been honed and developed over 25 years and are designed to fully captivate babies and young children for the duration. The very interactive nature of every class means that our little monkeys need to rest again after 30 minutes of magical music making!
What do you expect of the children, do they have to sit down the whole time? Each class is carefully structured and formatted so that every child and carer is encouraged to join in with the fun. Classes are paced according to each age group with the opportunity for little ones to be up on their feet during ‘Time to Move’ and sitting with their carers during ‘Time to Play’ and ‘Time to Sleep’. Most children quickly learn what is happening next and Monkey helps them with friendly encouragement!
Do you offer ‘mixed age’ classes? Because of the progressive nature of our curricula which is age specific, we do not offer regular weekly mixed classes. However, during the holidays, many of our teachers offer mixed age holiday workshops.

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