@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
Only 3 days left to apply ⏳
If you are a young artist or creative person (25 and under) passionate about music who would like to develop your skills and experience, don't miss your chance to be Starcatchers' Sound Seekers Trainee 🎶
More at starcatchers.org.uk/jobs/sound-seekers-project-trainee/
#IWD2026 #ThisIsWho #DreamTeam
#IWD2026 #ThisIsWho #DreamTeam
Today we want to celebrate and thank the talented and passionate team, artists, parents, carers, and board members we work with, who make what we do possible. And the babies and very young children who inspire us every day ❤️
#IWD2026 #ThisIsWho #DreamTeam
Meet the amazing women behind the magic at Starcatchers this hashtag#InternationalWomensDay (but just a little bit younger 👶) ... we had to jump on this trend too🤭
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#IWD2026 #ThisIsWho #DreamTeam
A book is one of the best open-ended resources. Explore them through loose parts play by dressing them up. A great way for wee ones to learn how to look after books, whilst still getting comfortable with them as an object making story time more relaxed 📖
Our fav books are swapping shelves for the catwalk this #WorldBookDay 😎 Which dressed up book is your favourite? ⬇️ Dressing up isn't just for us - books want to get involved too! Let your wee ones engage with books in a different way this #WorldBookDay by letting them dress their books up to impress
Creator/Director:Heather Fulton
Set & Costume Designer:Katy Wilson
Composer:Rachel Newton
Choregrapher:Ruby Worth
Lighting Designer:Michaella Fee
Production Manager:Craig Fleming
Stage Manager:Lucy May Wilson
Performers:Laura Booth, Rachel Newton, Jorja Follina
Associate Artist:Niloo-Far Khan
A photo of the ISLAND team smiling at the camera
From concept to exploration ✨
It has been lovely to have the team together this week at Cumbernauld Theatre for a week of development for ISLAND, a new show created especially for babies from birth to 12 months, by Starcatchers & Frozen Charlotte in association with Imaginate. Meet the team ⬇️
🎉We are proud to feature in @together-sacr.bsky.social new State of Children's Rights Report 2026
Our case study demonstrates what it means to make children’s rights real in law, policy, practice – & crucially – culture. #SOCRR2026
Read the report ⬇️
⏳ Only two days left to apply!
We’re looking for a Scotland-based female dancer or movement artist to join Float, a production by Kerry Cleland and company.
🔗 Find out more and apply ➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/jobs/call-ou...
⏰ Friday 27th Feb, 5pm
🎥 by Ben Winger from Float 2025
🐴 Celebrating the Lunar New Year?
Try Active Storytelling! Wee ones don’t always sit still with a book but we can still share stories!✨ Gather objects in a bag or box that could help tell your story, & reveal them one by one as you act out the story📚
🔗 starcatchers.org.uk/work/wee-ins...
Starcatchers are proud to be a member of the coalition of charities launching our Manifesto for Babies in Scotland — calling for stronger action to protect babies’ rights and wellbeing.
#SpeakUpForBabies
We need to join up policy around babies’ emotional wellbeing, developmental needs and rights. We need policies to focus on eradicating poverty affecting families with a baby.
✍️ Candidates can pledge their support here: parentinfantfoundation.org.uk/.../manifes....
#ICYMI: The #ManifestoForBabiesInScotland sets out 5 headline recommendations to address the challenges babies face. Too often babies are overlooked. We're calling for a cross-government strategy for babies! 🧵⬇️
📄 Read the Manifesto:https://parentinfantfoundation.org.uk/.../manifesto-for.../
This is a free event and everyone is welcome. Bring a friend and, if you have some spare seeds, bring them along for the swap.
Supported by WHALE Arts, @starcatchersuk.bsky.social Wester Hailes, The WHY Project, Sunny Sundays, and The Health Agency.
🎶 Sound Seekers Project Trainee
Are you passionate about music and want to develop your skills and experience? We’re looking for a young artist or creative person (25 and under) who’s eager to learn, grow, and gain hands-on experience.
⏰ Deadline: 13th March, 5pm
⭐️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.
⏰ Deadline: 2nd March, 5pm
🌊 Call-out for Scotland-based female dancer/ movement artists
Starcatchers is looking for a performer to join the Float team for the Edinburgh Fringe 2026. Float is a beautiful new production by Kerry Cleland and company for wee ones birth - 12 months.
⏰ Deadline: 27th February at 5pm
Interested in working with us?
ICYMI: We have shared 3 exciting opportunities for you to get involved in.
Find out more and apply ➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/about/jobs-o...
🧵Follow the thread ⬇️
🥞 Is your wee one missing #PancakeDay2026?
Wee ones love repetition—it helps them process & learn. So instead of more pancakes (though… why not? 😄), try a Dough Disco 🎶 Spread your dough, pop on your fave tunes & get those fingers dancing!
🔗 starcatchers.org.uk/work/wee-ins...
❤️ Love was in the air at Play and Explore!
Our little artists & their families got messy with baby grow painting using plant-based dyes, explored ice balls, berry mark-making, & enjoyed soft sensory play🔗 ➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/work/starcat...
@fifegingerbread.bsky.social @cashbackscot.bsky.social
🎶 Calling Young Creatives (25 & under)
Are you passionate about music & want to develop your skills? We’re looking for a young artist or creative person (25 and under) who’s eager to learn, grow, & gain hands-on experience on our Sound Seeker project. Learn more ➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/jobs/sound-s...
This idea came from Starcatchers Wee People Big Feelings project, delivered by Artist, Skye Reynolds, which explores the relationship between emotional literacy and wellbeing with the wee ones in the setting.
Find out more about Wee People Big Feelings ➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/work/wee-peo...
🧠 Rough & tumble (big movement) play creates rich learning. Exploring big, physical movement together supports trust, communication, emotional expression, and wellbeing
🎨 Explore #WeeInspirations Tummy Tumbles idea ➡️ starcatchers.org.uk/work/wee-inspirations/wee-people-big-feelings-tummy-tumbles/
📢 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...
