PLAY. LEARN. GROW.

MAKING YOUR CHILD’S WORLD HAPPIER

TOTS N TUNES C.I.C. is a Community Interest Company that offer free educational classes to local families with young children, aged 0 – 5 years and over, to support their learning and development. The service is mainly offered to families living in Barking and Dagenham.

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We were incredibly honoured to welcome Their Majesties
King Charles III and Queen Camilla
to Tots N Tunes C.I.C. at Barking Learning Centre.

It was a truly historic and unforgettable moment for our families, volunteers and staff.

During their visit, Their Majesties spent time meeting our parents, speaking with our dedicated team, and watching our little ones confidently explore music, play and learning. The warmth, kindness and genuine interest shown by The Queen towards our children and families was deeply touching. His Majesty’s knowledge, insight and thoughtful questions about early years development and community engagement were inspiring.

The visit highlighted the importance of grassroots, community-led provision in Barking and Dagenham and the vital role early years services play in supporting families from diverse backgrounds. Our multicultural approach — celebrating languages, cultures and music from around the world — was proudly on display.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the families who participated on the day. You represented our community beautifully. Your confidence, joy and authenticity are what make Tots N Tunes so special.

This royal visit is not just a milestone for our organisation — it is recognition of the incredible community we have built together.

Tots N Tunes CIC was established by Dana Benes, a long-term resident of Barking and Dagenham. He has a strong background in the voluntary sector, with over 10 years of experience, including recognition as Volunteer of the Year and Community Champion. He brings first-hand knowledge of the challenges facing parents of young children in our diverse community.

Dana Benes

Founder & CEO