Child-led messy play

What to expect when you come to class

Splat classes are relaxed, friendly and child-led. Some little ones dive straight in while others prefer to watch first. Both are completely normal.

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Children exploring messy play at a Splat class

Warm welcome

6 themed trays

Warm water and flannels

Bubbles to finish

Child-led play

Children choose what to explore.

6 themed trays

Different textures, tools and materials.

Bring old clothes

Messy is welcome here.

Allergy-aware

Nut-free, supervised sessions.

How class works

Your class, step by step

Each class follows a simple rhythm, so you know what to expect.

Welcome

Come in, get settled and get ready to explore the trays.

Free-flow play

Children move between themed trays, painting and craft. They can revisit favourites and choose what to explore.

Clean-up station with warm water, soap and flannels

Wash and change

Warm water, soap and flannels are ready, so you can get cleaned up before heading home.

Bubbles at the end of a messy play class

Bubbles and goodbye song

We finish together with bubbles and a goodbye song, giving the class a gentle, familiar ending.

What to bring

A few things make messy play much easier

Bring these few bits and getting clean and changed afterwards is much easier.

Old clothes

Choose clothes you do not mind getting messy or stained.

Spare clothes

A full change of clothes is useful after enthusiastic play.

Socks for everyone

Adults and children need socks because shoes come off at venues.

Spare socks

Wet socks after class are no fun, so bring an extra pair if you can.

Wipes or towel

Useful for hands, faces and little clean-ups before you leave.

Bag for wet clothes

Something simple to carry messy clothes home in.

Will my child get messy?

They might, but every child explores differently. Some go all in and some keep things gentler. Both are fine.

Babies and younger children

Grown-ups stay close and support exploration. Babies, toddlers and young children can take part in whatever way suits them that day.

Allergies and safety

Sessions are nut-free, allergy-aware and supervised. Please tell Amy about any allergies or anything your child may need before class. Splat is allergy-aware, but not guaranteed allergen-free.

Photos and privacy

You are never expected to share photos of your child. If photos are taken for Splat, permission will always be checked first.

Messy play trays

Different textures, tools and themes each week

Amy sets up themed messy play trays for children to explore freely. The exact trays change, so each class feels a little different while keeping the rhythm familiar.

Scooping, pouring and splashing

Squishing, mixing and mark-making

Painting and craft

Nut-free and allergy-aware

Good to know

Questions parents often ask

A few useful answers before your first class.

What ages is it suitable for?

Suitable from 6 months to 6 years. Some special holiday sessions may welcome older siblings. Check the event details or ask Amy.

Does my child have to get messy?

No. Some children dive straight in, some use one finger, and some prefer to watch first. All of that is completely fine.

Do grown-ups join in?

Yes. You stay with your child throughout class. You can help them explore, reassure them, or simply stay close while they play.

What should we wear?

Old clothes are best. Adults and children need socks because shoes come off at the venues. Spare socks are strongly recommended.

Will there be somewhere to clean up?

Yes. There is a clean-up area with warm water, soap and flannels ready at the end of playtime.

What if I need to cancel?

Class Pass credits are returned for eligible cancellations made more than 24 hours before class. Card payments for single dated classes are not automatically refunded if you choose not to attend. See the Cancellation Policy for the full wording.

Ready to come and play?

Pick a class, bring clothes you do not mind getting messy, remember socks for everyone, and come ready to explore together.

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