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Home-Start WL Groups
Free Groups for children under 5 across West Lothian.
1 to 1 Support
Tailored support for families with children under 5.
Referrals
How to refer yourself or someone else.
Community Resources
Ways to access activities and support across West Lothian.
Our Services and Support
We offer a wide range of practical support to help children and families thrive. We operate across West Lothian through community groups, wellbeing activities, workshops and tailored one-to-one assistance from trained volunteers and specialist staff, we provide opportunities for families to build relationships, improve their wellbeing and help give every child the best start in life. Explore our services below to find the support that’s right for you.
Stay in the know
We update group calendars, events and general information every few months. We will email you every few months, no spam we promise!
Free Community Groups Across West Lothian
From parent and toddler sessions and family activities to wellbeing groups, peer support networks and community events, our services bring people together to reduce isolation, strengthen confidence and create a sense of belonging..
Our free Community Groups throughout the year
Some Community Groups are term-time only, please see below for latest information.
Last updated: 19/8/2026
Any queries email us.
| Group | Location | Venue (click map link) | Date and time | More info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wish for Wellness | West Calder | West Calder Community Hub | Mondays, 10am–11.30pm – free creche available (starts 14th September, running for 12 weeks) | Email to book |
| Early Days: 0 – 12 months | Livingston | HSWL Office | Mondays, 1pm–2.30pm – restarts 7th September | View/download |
| Baby Massage Aged 6 weeks to 6 months | West Calder | West Calder Community Hub | Tuesdays, 10.15pm–10.45pm – six week block starting 8th Sept | Booking required |
| Music Makers 1-2 years | West Calder | West Calder Community Hub | Tuesdays, 11.15pm–12pm – starts 8th Sept | Booking required |
| Stay & Play: 0-5 years | Livingston | Livingston Free Church | Tuesdays, 10am–11.30am | View/download |
| Stay & Play: 0-5 years | Bathgate | Acredale House | Tuesdays, 1.30pm–3pm | View/download |
| Stay & Play: 0-5 years | Blackburn | Blackburn Partnership Centre | Wednesdays, 10am–11.30am | View/download |
| Stay & Play: 0-5 years | Fauldhouse | Eastfield Development Centre | Wednesdays, 10am–11.30am | View/download |
| Bookbug: 0-5 years | Livingston | HSWL Office | Wednesdays, 12pm | View/download |
| Wish for Wellness | Livingston | HSWL Office | Course full. | Email for waiting list |
| Baby Massage Aged 6 weeks to 6 months | Bathgate | Acredale House | Thursdays, 1.15pm–1.45pm – 6 week block starting 27th Aug | Booking required |
| Active Tots 1-2 years | Bathgate | Acredale House | Thursdays, 2pm–2.45pm – starting 27 Aug | Booking required |
| Stroll & Stride | Fauldhouse | Eastfield Development Centre | Thursdays 11am–11.45pm | View/download |
| ASN Early Years: Under 5 Booking required | Livingston | HSWL Office | Fridays, 10am–11am | Download Email to book |
Connecting with our services and support
We accept referrals from either yourself for your family, or from third party referrers, such as Health Visitors, Social Workers, Family Nurse Practitioners, schools, NHS, or individual referrers. Please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Email us if you have any questions.
Referral pathways
We accept referrals via our secure online forms, the FORT system, and via email.
Refer yourself online
Contact us for 1 to 1 support or groups for your family
Refer a family online
Contact us to refer a family for Groups or 1 to 1 Support
Refer a family using FORT
Use the West Lothian FORT Referral System
Email us
Ask questions or find out about alternative referral routes.
Community Resources
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