StarcatchersUK
Starcatchers is Scotland’s Arts and Early Years organisation. We create performances and creative experiences for babies and children from birth to 5 years and the adults who care for them. Find us at starcatchers.org.uk
- 📢 Job opportunity The Young Audiences Network is recruiting a freelance Young Audiences Network Coordinator to coordinate the development and launch of the Young Audiences Network, funded by Creative Scotland. 🔗 Find out more & apply: starcatchers.org.uk/jobs/young-a... ⏰ Deadline: 2nd March, 5pm
- ✨ Scotland-based female dancers & movement artists ✨ Starcatchers are seeking a performer to join the Float team for Fringe 2026 — a beautiful new show for babies birth–12 months by Kerry Cleland & company. 🔗 Find out more ➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/jobs/call-ou...
- We're proud to be a member of the coalition of charities launching its #ManifestoForBabiesInScotland today. We urge all candidates standing in the upcoming Holyrood election to consider how their policies support babies. 📄 Read the Manifesto: lnkd.in/exQanfA4
- Cuteness overload 🥹💛 These gorgeous photos are from our recent Cashback for Young Parents trip to @perthartgallery . ICYMI – they’ve launched a brand-new early years space, and as you can see, it was a huge hit with the wee ones! Huge thanks to the Perth Gallery for such a warm welcome 🫶
- Celebrate #SmallSizeDays with us ✨ It’s a chance to bring together young children & their families to celebrate the vital role of arts & creativity from birth. We believe every day is a Small Size Day, listen to our podcast exploring why the arts matter ➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/work/creativ...
- This #SmallSizeDay, there are lots of ways to explore creativity with your wee one. It doesn’t have to be a big event—why not try some of Starcatchers’ Wee Inspirations: simple, creative ideas that help you place your baby’s voice at the ❤️ of your play together ➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/work/wee-ins...
- ✨ We’re delighted to be taking part in this year’s #SmallSizeDays! ✨ From 30 Jan–1 Feb, Small Size Days celebrates performances, workshops & creative play for children 0–6, bringing young children, grown-ups & arts makers together to celebrate the arts from birth💛 🔍 ➡️ www.smallsizenetwork.org
- A wonderful day with the Starcatchers dream team 😍 No better way to get that #Mondaymotivation than by bringing the team together and bashing out our plans for 2026. And all at the beautiful Perth Art Gallery (whose Early Years section, if you haven't seen it, is superb - you need to visit! 🤩)
- Rainy day, no problem ☔️ Did you know chalk makes stronger, brighter marks when wet? 🎨 Outline a puddle with chalk & see how your wee one chooses to play. A fun way to explore STEM while developing fine motor skills ➡️
- ✨Exciting news ✨ We’re delighted to announce the artists selected to take part in the Graffiti BEAG–Starcatchers International Early Years Residency Exchange. Congratulations to Roz McAndrew, Amie Burns-Walker, Nathalia Marques, Jo Dennehy 👏 Find out more ⬇️ www.graffiti.ie/news/graffit...
- That magical moment when your wee one connects with a performance ❤️ Our performances are tried and tested by the experts themselves - babies 👶 ICYMI, we’re touring THREE shows for ages birth–12 months in 2026: 🚀 Laaaunch! 🏝️ ISLAND 🌊 Float 👀 Keep your eyes peeled for more info 🎥by Ben Winger.
- Looking for a fun, low-pressure way to explore food with your wee one? 🎨🥕 Try our #WeeInspirations Eat Your Own Art! Use raw veg as paintbrushes, mix yoghurt with a little natural food colouring, grab a large tray as your canvas & let the edible art begin➡️
- ✨ Share your Starcatchers story! As we celebrate 20 years, we’d love to hear your memories — from productions and community projects to Creative Skills sessions. Big or small, your story matters 🫶 Share via the link, DM us, or email info@starcatchers.org.uk 🔗 forms.office.com/e/t8jeaP6FjQ
- 💫 My first Starcatchers experience was taking my daughter to see MamaBabaMe in 2018. It was her first theatre show & at 18 months, she was completely mesmerised. A truly beautiful introduction to theatre for my wee baby 💛 Share your story: 🔗 forms.office.com/e/t8jeaP6FjQ 📧 info@starcatchers.org.uk
- Starting a new year always means taking time to reflect on the year gone by. As we reflect on the year gone by, we couldn’t resist sharing some of these wonderful moments from our projects, productions, and Early Years development programmes from last year 🤩 So much to be proud of! ❤️
- Only 4 days left to apply ⭐️ Starcatchers + Platform Glasgow seek an artist(s) to create a new early years experience for babies & young children as part of our 20th anniversary in 2026. 🗓 Deadline: Fri 9 Jan, 5pm 🔗 Apply now:
- Looking to refresh your practice this year? ✨ Whether you’re an Early Years practitioner or curious learner, the Starcatchers #CreativeSkills podcast is packed with inspiring ideas—from schemas, to the Voice of the Baby. 🎧 Listen now ➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/work/creativ... 📸 Brian Hartley
- Happy New Year from Starcatchers! 🎉 2026 is extra special—we turn 20! ✨ We’ve got lots of exciting surprises planned to celebrate… but since we’re terrible at keeping secrets 🤭 In 2026 we’re touring not 1, but 3 exciting shows for wee one's birth–12 months! : 🚀 Laaaunch!, 🏝️ ISLAND & 🌊 Float.
- Got wrapping paper, boxes or festive leftovers? 🎁 Turn them into something new with our #WeeInspirations. From junk mail mosaics to box burrows, there's lots of ideas to explore (plus ideas that give parents a well-deserved wee rest)➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/work/wee-ins...
- 🗓️ Starcatchers office is now closed until Mon 5 Jan 🎄 A huge thank you for your support this year — whether you joined one of our training sessions, experienced one of our performances, or became part of our community families in Fife or Wester Hailes. We’re so grateful for all your support ❤️
- We’re delighted to share our Starcatchers Annual Report 24/25, celebrating a year of inspiring creative experiences for babies, young children & their grown-ups across Scotland. 📖 starcatchers.org.uk/wp-content/u... A huge thank you to everyone who has supported & been part of the our journey
- We came last minute with our little boy — he was mesmerised by the singing. Thank you for an amazing night.” 💛 We’re still on a high from Narnia this weekend ✨ Step into the magic with Videographer Ben Winger's beautiful snapshot of the event 🤩 Huge thanks to our brilliant creative team
- 🎨 Artist Opportunity - Please Share! Starcatchers & Platform are commissioning an Early Years Artist/s to create a new event for babies & young children as part of our 20th anniversary in 2026. 🗓 Deadline: Fri 9 Jan, 5pm 🔗 starcatchers.org.uk/jobs/starcat...
- That’s a wrap for Narnia Winter Trail #WesterHailes 2025 ✨ Huge congrats to the creative team for a beautiful, magical experience for families in Wester Hailes. Thanks to our amazing partners, Edinburgh Council, & to all the families & nurseries involved. A lovely way to welcome the festive season🎄
- Look at all the beautiful windows popping up across Wester Hailes! ✨ A huge thank you to all the organisations and families who have helped us spread festive cheer throughout the community. Part of our Narnia-inspired Winter Wanderland trail—bringing magic to the community tonight & tomorrow.❄️✨
- How cosy does this look? 😌 Narnia has officially arrived in #WesterHailes ✨ It’s been an absolute delight welcoming nurseries & families over the past few days to our winter festive trail. And we’re not done yet — we can’t wait to welcome even more families over the next few days.
- We’re delighted to be working with a fantastic group of local partners across #WesterHailes to bring our magical Narnia experience to families this year. Their support has helped us make the event bigger & better than ever, & we’re excited to shine a spotlight on the wonderful work they do ✨ 🧵⬇️
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- Starcatchers & Platform are turning 20 in 2026 🎉 To mark the milestone, we would like to commission an Early Years Artist/s to develop a new and original event for early years audiences that will be shared as part of Made in Easterhouse 20:26. Find out more ➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/.../starcatc...
- Brighten up the night this December ✨ Inspired by our Narnia creative experience for families in Wester Hailes, why not create a magical festive window display with your wee one? All you need is black card, tissue paper, and a spark of imagination ➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/work/wee-ins...
- 🌟 Support Starcatchers While You Shop! 🌟 Did you know you can help bring magical creative experiences to children & families that need it most — without spending an extra penny? 💫 🛒 Shop using easyfundraising.org.uk and choose Starcatchers as your cause. Find out how⬇️
- 🌟 Support Starcatchers While You Shop! 🌟 Shop via Easyfundraising & your online purchases will raise donations for us at no extra cost to you! 💫 🛒 Just sign up, choose Starcatchers, and enjoy shopping. Every click helps us bring magical creative experiences to young children ✨ Thank you ❤️
- We’re thrilled to share that ISLAND—a new production created by Starcatchers and Frozen Charlotte , in association with @edchildrensfest.bsky.social — will be heading to Kent’s first early years festival, @playgroundkent.bsky.social Festival. More info: www.playgroundkent.co.uk/playground-f... 🧵⬇️
- ✨ A big thank you to our amazing Wester Hailes community! ✨ This lovely little snowball was made by one of our #ExpectingSomething families, and she’s already created many more for our Narnia festive experience. Let’s celebrate this wonderful mum and her creativity! 👏
- 📣Calling all #EarlyYears artists Starcatchers & Platform are commissioning an Early Years Artist/s to create a brand-new event for little ones to be shared as part of Made in Easterhouse 20:26 – 26 creative projects celebrating our 20th anniversary ⬇️ starcatchers.org.uk/jobs/starcat...
- A tender, sensory experience for curious little minds. Created by Scottish Dance Theatre in collaboration with Starcatchers, Little Ray invites children aged 3–5 to discover a rainbow of emotions through movement, colour & play. Book ➡️ dundeerep.co.uk/events/littl...
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- Look who stopped by Calder Glen Nursery last week! 🤩 Reindeer and Mrs Beaver enjoyed a truly magical visit— the children decided that they would whip up delicious Narnia biscuits together and helped Reindeer and Mrs Beaver to create an incredible snow-spinning machine ❄️✨ 🧵⬇️
- ⭐️ Artist Opportunity ⭐️ Starcatchers + Platform are commissioning an Early Years Artist to create a new event for Made in Easterhouse 20:26, celebrating our 20th anniversaries! Interested in making work for early years audiences? Apply here⬇️ starcatchers.org.uk/jobs/starcat...
- 💙 Happy #WorldChildrensDay 🌍 We believe babies birth - 5, need access to arts & culture now more than ever. For the youngest children, the arts are essential. Creativity helps wee ones make sense of the world, understand their feelings, & have their voices heard 🔗 starcatchers.org.uk/work/the-voi...
- ⏰ There is still time to apply to be a Starcatchers board member If you have leadership skills, are a strategic thinker, imaginative, and have a passion for the role creativity plays within child development and education, we want to hear from you! Find out more ⬇️ starcatchers.org.uk/jobs/starcat...
- Did you know you can support our charity for free every time you shop online? By using easyfundraising.org.uk , your festive shopping purchases turn into donations — at no extra cost to you. Thank you so much in advance for your support ❤️ 🔗 www.easyfundraising.org.uk 🎥 youtu.be/E2Md8GncMas
- Delighted to announce that Laaaunch! is part of Polka Theatre's Spring/Summer 2026 season 🤩 Laaaunch! our adventure of galactic proportions, made especially for tiny humans, birth - 12 months, will be heading to #Wimbledon 22nd - 26th April ✨ We can't wait! 🎟️ polkatheatre.com/event/laaaunch/
- Only 2 more sleeps till the @creativeedinburgh awards 🎉 Our amazing Expecting Something mums and artists are ready to celebrate alongside the other inspiring nominees. So proud of this beautiful community at Whale Arts #WesterHailes 💛 None of this would be possible without our wonderful families.
