UoM Child Study Centre

UoM Child Study Centre At the Child Study Centre we study how children learn to talk, play and make friends.

If you are interested in child development and have children aged 0-10, join our database here: https://www.qualtrics.manchester.ac.uk/jfe/form/SV_eb7dORdBauqGgSy

Friday Fact 🧠✨Ever heard of Theory of Mind? It’s the ability to understand that other people have their own thoughts and...
29/05/2026

Friday Fact 🧠✨
Ever heard of Theory of Mind? It’s the ability to understand that other people have their own thoughts and beliefs-different from our own 💭

Research shows this skill develops gradually, with a big shift around age 4, when children begin to understand that others can hold false beliefs (believing something that isn’t true).

This is a key milestone for communication, empathy, and forming friendships 💬

✨NEW Blog Post ✨Why do children start talking at different ages? And how do we know what’s “typical”?Our latest blog exp...
27/05/2026

✨NEW Blog Post ✨
Why do children start talking at different ages? And how do we know what’s “typical”?
Our latest blog explores how parents across the UK are helping the team at Lancaster University build a more accurate picture of early language development — and why UK-specific research really matters.

Head to www.lucid.ac.uk to read more blogs about our research.

18/05/2026

We went to a baby signing session today with TinyTalk South Manchester with Emma and absolutely loved it. 💛

Before babies can talk, they already understand so much and baby sign gives them a way to communicate those thoughts, feelings and needs earlier. Simple signs like “milk”, “more” or “finished” can help reduce frustration and build confidence for both babies and parents. TinyTalk teaches signs alongside speech and music-based activities using British Sign Language (BSL) signs.

What really stood out today was how fun and relaxed it was. Singing, sensory play, meeting other parents - and watching little ones light up when they connect a sign with a word. It’s such a lovely way to support communication and bonding in those early months. 🫶

If you’re thinking about trying baby signing, we’d definitely recommend giving it a go!

Thank you Emma and all the parents who spoke to us today.

💛 International Day of Families 💛Today, we celebrate all the beautiful, diverse, and unique families that shape our live...
15/05/2026

💛 International Day of Families 💛

Today, we celebrate all the beautiful, diverse, and unique families that shape our lives. Families come in many forms - big or small, near or far, chosen or biological - and each one plays a vital role in helping children grow, learn, and thrive.

At the Child Study Centre, we feel incredibly grateful for every family who signs up to be part of our research community and every family who walks through our doors. By taking part in our studies, you help us better understand children’s development and support future families for generations to come.
Your time, trust, and commitment make a real difference - and we couldn’t do it without you.

Today, and every day, we celebrate you.

👶 Do you have a baby under 12 months?We’re looking for families to join our research community at the Child Study Centre...
13/05/2026

👶 Do you have a baby under 12 months?

We’re looking for families to join our research community at the Child Study Centre!
✨ Are you interested in how babies learn and grow?
✨ Would you like to contribute to child development research?
✨ Do you want to help shape the future for children and families?

By joining our database, you’ll have the opportunity to take part in fun, baby-friendly research studies that help us better understand early development.

💡 Your involvement can make a real difference - and your little one might even enjoy a new experience!
📩 Sign up today by scanning the QR code or clicking the link in our bio -
or get in touch to learn more.

📚✨ It’s Children’s Book Week! ✨📚We asked members of the Child Study Centre to share some of their favourite children’s b...
06/05/2026

📚✨ It’s Children’s Book Week! ✨📚
We asked members of the Child Study Centre to share some of their favourite children’s books, and the answers were full of timeless stories and much‑loved characters.

Swipe through to see the books that have inspired, comforted, and delighted our community 💛

What’s yours? 👀📖

✨Tuesday Tip ✨EYFS Understanding the World: 🌎Understanding the World helps children make sense of the people, places, an...
05/05/2026

✨Tuesday Tip ✨
EYFS Understanding the World: 🌎
Understanding the World helps children make sense of the people, places, and experiences around them 💬🌱
You support this every day when you:
👨‍👩‍👧 Talk about family and community
🌦 Notice nature and seasonal changes
📸 Share memories from the past
💡 Explore everyday technology together
✨ No worksheets needed - just curious conversations and shared moments.

We had a lovely time visiting the families at Popcats this morning. Thank you to Neg and all the parents/guardians who s...
01/05/2026

We had a lovely time visiting the families at Popcats this morning. Thank you to Neg and all the parents/guardians who spoke to us 😊

🚀 National Space Day 🚀Got a little budding astronaut at home? 👨‍🚀From reading books about planets and rockets, to buildi...
01/05/2026

🚀 National Space Day 🚀
Got a little budding astronaut at home? 👨‍🚀
From reading books about planets and rockets, to building spacecrafts, stargazing, and visiting incredible science destinations, there are so many ways to spark a love of space.

Why not plan a trip to our sister site Jodrell Bank, explore the Science and Industry Museum, or take an out‑of‑this‑world visit to the National Space Centre? 🌌
Because today’s curiosity could become tomorrow’s space mission ✨

What are your favourite space themed activities to do with your little one?



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