About Gymboree Play & Music

We’ve been doing this for 45 years — and we’re just getting started

Gymboree Play & Music has been fostering creativity and confidence in children ages 0-5 for over 45 years. Today there are over 700 locations in over 40 countries, including lots in the UK, making us the global leader in early childhood development programmes. Designed by experts in both education and in play, our age-appropriate activities help develop the cognitive, physical and social skills of children as they play. Our programmes are also recognised for their unique approach to parent involvement—which encourages participation in and understanding of each child’s development.

Classes that grow with your child

Our class curriculum is developed by our experienced child development programme directors and incorporate a balanced whole-child approach with activities to support what your child is mastering right now and what he or she will aspire to later. Classes are designed in 6-month increments to continue to meet a child’s growing interests and abilities. From birth to age 5, there’s always something special awaiting you and your child at Gymboree Play & Music.

Originally founded by a Californian mum and run by passionate, family-focused entrepreneurs

Gymboree’s story began in 1976 when Joan Barnes, a mother from Marin County, California, tried to find a safe, fun place featuring age-appropriate activities for parents and young children to play together. Unable to do so, she did what any innovative, entrepreneurial mum would; she started her own programme! We’ve been proudly inspiring parents and children ever since, and most recently Gymboree Play & Music has once again become our own standalone company, separate from Gymboree clothing. Back to our roots, so to speak, and looking ahead to a bright future!

Each centre is a franchise and we’re always looking for enthusiastic and dynamic people who love singing and working with children to become teachers or franchisees.

Sweet member benefits

We have so much to offer you and your child at Gymboree Play & Music. When you become a member, you’ll not only enjoy our classes each week, but also receive Gymboree Play & Music product and toy discounts, open gym sessions, exclusive events, parent education about your child’s development, access to a community of likeminded mums and dads — and so much more.

It works on a monthly membership, with monies taken by direct debit every month.

Your membership is global and allows you to access one free class at a Gymboree Play & Music centre anywhere in the world.

For a sneaky peak into the world of Gymboree Play & Music membership have a look at our Play Policies.

Get more information about our great member benefits when you contact a Gymboree Play & Music centre today.