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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
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.
January 1, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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...
December 27, 2025 at 10:30 AM
 🗓️ 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 ❤️
December 20, 2025 at 10:13 AM
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
December 19, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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
December 18, 2025 at 9:37 AM
🎨 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...
December 16, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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🎄
December 15, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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.❄️✨
December 12, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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.
December 11, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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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December 9, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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Starcatchers @starcatchersuk.bsky.social & Platform are celebrating their 20th Anniversaries in 2026 and would like to commission an Early Years Artist/s to develop a new event for early years audiences to be shared as part of Made in Easterhouse 20:26 buff.ly/l7Y3h2M (deadline - 9 Jan 2026)
Starcatchers & Platform: Early Years Artist Residency - YTAS
Starcatchers and Platform are both celebrating their 20th Anniversaries in 2026. As part of our anniversary programmes, they would like to commission an Early
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December 9, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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...
December 8, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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...
December 7, 2025 at 10:31 AM
🌟 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⬇️
December 5, 2025 at 7:01 PM
🌟 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 ❤️
December 4, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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...

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Playground Festival | Playground
An exciting new festival for babies, young children and their families taking place across Kent from Friday 22 – Sunday 31 May 2026, hosting some of the most inspiring national and international work ...
www.playgroundkent.co.uk
December 4, 2025 at 3:13 PM
✨ 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! 👏
December 3, 2025 at 4:59 PM
📣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...
» Starcatchers & Platform: Early Years Artist Residency - Starcatchers
starcatchers.org.uk
November 27, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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...
November 26, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Reposted by StarcatchersUK
If you have leadership skills, can think strategically & have a passion for the role creativity plays within child development, Starcatchers @starcatchersuk.bsky.social are looking for new board members: buff.ly/Bc02XXu (30 Nov 2025)
Starcatchers Productions Ltd: Board Members - YTAS
Starcatchers is seeking new trustees to join their board. If you have leadership skills, can think strategically & have a passion for the role creativity
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November 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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 ❄️✨

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November 24, 2025 at 3:36 PM
⭐️ 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...
» Starcatchers & Platform: Early Years Artist Residency - Starcatchers
starcatchers.org.uk
November 21, 2025 at 3:55 PM
💙 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...
November 20, 2025 at 10:11 AM
⏰ 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...
» Starcatchers Seek New Board Members - Starcatchers
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November 19, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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November 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM