Best for Kids 2024: Which of these 12 kids’ activities is top class?

How do you keep the smallest members of your family happy and entertained?

Do they go to baby yoga or music classes?

Is there a reading group for toddlers that they enjoy or are they learning a foreign language?

Who would you recommend to family and friends?

In the latest category of our Best of 2024 competition we wanted to know which is the best class or group for the little people in our lives.

After launching our Best of 2024 competition we’ve already given out 11 awards to worthy winners across the area.

Next up, was classes and groups for babies, toddlers and children and we need your help to choose an overall Best for Kids winner from our shortlist.

There are three ways to vote:

1. Search for the Best for Beauty shortlist post on our Northwich and Winsford Guardian or Knutsford Guardian Facebook or X (Twitter) pages and comment under the post with the name of your winner = 1 vote

2. Name your favourite in the comments section on this article via our website = 2 votes

3. Purchase a copy of this week’s Northwich and Winsford Guardian or Knutsford Guardian (Thursday, July 18 edition) and fill in the entry form = 5 votes

(*NB For newspaper entries, email a screenshot of the completed entry form to heidi.summerfield@newsquest.co.uk – please note that only original copies will be accepted. More than one entry can be submitted per person but you will be asked to provide your own unique reference code for each entry to avoid duplication eg if your name is Smith you may wish to write Smith123 or HS21! as your code. You will need to provide a different code for each different coupon submitted. For full terms and conditions go to Newsquest.co.uk/terms-conditions)

Voting officially opens today, Thursday, and closes at midnight on Sunday, July 21 and we will be announcing the winner next week.

Keep an eye out for our next Best of appeal on our social media pages on Friday.

OUR 12 BEST FOR KIDS FINALISTS:

Noodle Performance Arts Cheshire

Noodle Performance Arts Cheshire, Rudheath

One happy parent said: “Brilliant classes for youngsters which build confidence, develop skills and teach them to work together.

“They’re hugely enjoyable and Cat and her team do a great job.”

For more details go to facebook.com/NoodleCheshire

Popcat's Music Time Ltd, Knutsford

Popcat’s Knutsford

One nomination said: “Natalie is incredible!

“She runs such a fun and upbeat class.

“Everyone needs to try Popcat’s with a little one – you won’t be disappointed.”

For more details go to facebook.com/popcatswinsford

Jo Jingles Mid Cheshire to Chester

Jo Jingles Mid Cheshire 2 Chester

Children love these lively and energetic classes.

Each class has a different theme giving children the opportunity to learn while they play and listen to music and songs.

For more details go to facebook.com/jojinglesmidcheshre2chester

Mini Magoos Sensory Play - Cheshire West

Mini Magoos Sensory Play – Cheshire West

One nomination said: “Hands down the best!

“Amazing for both babies and mums – I’d have been lost without this class.

“All the babies love it and they love the class leader Becky.

“It’s honestly worth its weight in gold.”

For more details go to facebook.com/minimagooscheshirew

Lauren's Little Big Swim

Lauren’s Little Big Swim, Northwich

One nomination said: “This is a fab swim school which ensures that children know the importance of water safety and drowning prevention even from a tiny age.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063832891416

Happy Little Signers

Happy Little Signers, Middlewich

One nomination said: “Baby signing has been shown to improve communication, reduce frustration and help with bonding.

“But Jen's classes offer so much more than just learning to sign - they are a wonderful sensory experience, a chance to learn new songs, time for your baby to play and a time to chat to other parents in the same situation as you.

“It's such a relaxed and supportive environment, it doesn't matter if your baby sleeps, cries, needs to feed, or needs a change during the classes - there's no judgement, only support.”

For more details go to facebook.com/happylittlesigners

TinyTalk Northwich and Knutsford

Tiny Talk Northwich and Knutsford

One happy class goer said: “These classes are amazing for little ones and grown ups too!

“It’s been a game changer for us and our communication.”

Another said: “It’s a bonus that both my baby and me are learning BSL and early communication skills.”

For more details go to facebook.com/TinyTalkmidCheshire

Adventure Babies Cheshire West and Crewe

Adventure Babies Cheshire West and Crewe

One nomination said: “Laura at Adventure babies is fantastic, she makes each class different and so much fun for little ones, and parents!

For more details go to facebook.com/AdventureBabiesCheshireWestandCrewe

Baby Sensory Mid Cheshire, Northwich

Baby Sensory Mid Cheshire, Northwich

Families love these classes are they’re great for little ones.

One regular said: “The classes are fun and engaging and are so good for baby’s development.

“Becky aways gives you ideas for recreating the activities at home and there’s a lovely warm, relaxed atmosphere – it’s a great place to meet fellow mums.”

For more details go to facebook.com/babysensorymidcheshire

Popcat's Music Time Ltd Northwich

Popcat’s Music Time Ltd Northwich

One nomination said: “These classes are just brilliant.

“My little girl has been going since she was six weeks old and she loves it.

“Hollie is brilliant with the kids and the grown ups – they all love her!

“Thank you Hollie for bringing something so fabulous to our families.”

For more details go to facebook.com/popcatsmusictimenorthwich

Turtle Tots Mid Cheshire

Turtle Tots Mid Cheshire, Winsford, Northwich and Weaverham

One parent said: “My little girl has gone since she was just a couple of months old and she love it.

“To have a four-year-old with such confidence in the water is fantastic and I can’t recommend these classes enough.”

For more details go to facebook.com/turtletotsmidcheshire2

Impulse Dancers

Impulse Dancers, Northwich

One family said: “This is where our little girl goes and she has been since she was three.

“She loves it!

“There are a range of classes to suit all and the holiday clubs are amazing.

“All the teachers are amazing and it’s like one big happy family at Impulse.”

For more details go to facebook.com/impulsedancersnorthwich