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A parent and toddler group is a welcoming and friendly group of adults. This includes mothers, fathers, childminders or carers.
They all come together in their own community with their children who are under the age of 5. This group has experience welcoming children and carers who have a disability or special need.
The FAB (Fantastic and Brilliant) Group is a group of young people aged 11 to 25 who have SEND.
Every month, the FAB Group come together to make friends and share experiences.
Learn more on our website: https://children-ne.org.uk/fab-group/
We believe in the importance of a support network of people who understand.
Suitable for girls aged 11-16 years.
Our FREE sessions are a safe space for young people to come and socialise, learn about the world around them and take part in activities like;
- arts and crafts
- cooking
- gardening
- group games
- sports
The sessions are led by the young people, they choose what they would like to do in their youth clubs and plan their activities. Snacks and drinks are available in all sessions.
A registration form must be filled in for each young person.
Our Tuesday Club is for young people with disabilities. They can stay active, make friends, and have fun. It helps them feel less alone and happier.
The club runs for two hours. There are sports and games for everyone. There is also a quiet area for relaxing.
A healthy tea is given at the club. This helps everyone stay healthy and feel good.
If interested email Hannah@smileforlife.org.uk
Join us at Seven Stories for our magical holiday HAF sessions!
10:00am - 5:00pm on the below dates:
Tuesday 5th August - Friday 8th August
Tuesday 12th August - Friday 15th August
Tuesday 26th August - Friday 29th August.
Our FREE junior sessions are a safe space for children aged between 5-11 years to come and socialise, play freely, learn about the world around them and take part in activities like;
- arts and crafts
- cooking
- gardening
- group games
- sports
The sessions are led by the children, they choose what they would like to do in their youth clubs and plan their activities. Snacks and drinks are available in all sessions.
All welcome, no need to book.
Tuesday 5th August, Wednesday 6th August, Thursday 7th August
Tuesday 12th August, Wednesday 13th August, Thursday 14th August
Tuesday 19th August, Wednesday 20th August, Thursday 21st August
Tuesday 26th August, Wednesday 27th August, Thursday 28th August
We offer a variety of multi-sports activities, live cooking, play and swim on offer during our camps. The camps are for children who receive free school meals and aged 8-15 years of age.
Gala Girls (11-16 years): 3.30pm - 5.30pm 23rd July, 30th July, 6th August, 13th August, 20th August, 27th August 2025
Gala Juniors (5-11 years): 25th July, 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th August - 11am - 1pm
Gala Inters (11-16 years): 25th July, 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th August - 1.30pm - 3.30pm
24th July, 31st July, 7th August, 14th August, 21st August, 28th August 2025
CHARLTON GIRLS GROUP (13+ yrs): 5pm - 7pm
Multi-sport sessions for all children and young people aged 5-16. Please contact Hat-Trick on 0191 242 4894 to book
Monday to Thursday: 21st July - 15th August
Kenton School Week 1-4 from 13.00-15.00pm
Kenton Park Sports Centre Week 1-4 16.00-18.00pm
This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:
Outreach Project
Monday to Thursday - Weeks 1,2,4 & 6 from 16.00-18.00pm
This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:
- we offer small group work and activities
- we have a quiet or calm space for young people to chill out in
- parents/carers are welcome to have a pre-visit and to discuss individual needs prior to the activities
The Department of Education Holiday Activity Fund programme is to support young
Outreach Project
Monday to Thursday
New Mills Estate weeks 1,2,4 & 6 from 16.00-18.00 Please contact Hat-Trick on 0191 242 4894 to book a place.
This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:
Family Play Sessions for all children with parental supervision
Dates:Tuesday 29th July and 5th, 12th and 19th August 2025
Time: 9:30am-1:30pm
For all children with parental supervision (siblings can come too!). Priority places will be given to children in receipt of free school meals.
Activities to include indoor and outdoor play session, crafts, food exploration and sensory play.
Lunch will be provided for the children registered via Sportsfin, from 12.00—12:45pm
Week 1: Mon 21 July 10 - 5pm, Wed 23 July 2.15 - 6.15, Fri 25 July 2pm - 6pm.
Week 2: Mon 28 July 11am - 4pm, Wed 30 July 10.30 - 4pm, Fri 01 Aug 11am - 4pm.
Week 3: Mon 04 Aug 11am - 4pm, Wed 06 Aug 2pm - 6pm, Fri 08 Aug 2pm - 6pm.
Week 4: Mon 11 Aug 9.30am - 5pm, Wed 13 Aug 9.30am - 5pm.
Week 5: Mon 18 Aug 11am - 3.30pm, Wed 20 Aug 10.30am - 4pm, Fri 22 Aug 2pm - 6pm.
21st July, 28th July, 4th August, 11th August, 18th August 2025
Holy Spirit U8's (5 - 7 years) : 11:00am - 1:00pm
Holy Spirit O8's (8 - 12 years) : 1:30pm - 3:30pm
We’ve got a brilliant summer planned in Holy Spirit Church.
It’s free, fun, and full of energy. Your child can: •Play games with other children • Get creative with crafts and messy play • Try sports and outdoor fun • Enjoy a tasty, healthy meal.
We create a safe and friendly space. Staff are warm, welcoming, and experienced.
24th July, 31st July, 7th August, 14th August, 21st August, 28th August 2025
URC Juniors (5-12 years): 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Looking for fun, free activities this summer? Our Junior sessions are perfect for ages 5–12. Every day is packed with things to enjoy! Here’s what your child can look forward to: • Sports, games, and outdoor play • Arts, crafts, and creative fun • Music, dancing, and drama • A free, healthy meal every day.
We create a safe and friendly space. Children can make friends, try new things, and have fun.
21st July, 28th July, 4th August, 11th August, 18th August 2025
Throckley Under 8's (5 - 7 years): 11.00am - 1:00pm
Throckley Over 8's (8 - 11 years): 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Throckley Inters (11 - 16 years): 4pm - 6pm
Looking for something fun for your child this summer?
24th July, 31st July, 7th August, 14th August, 21st August, 28th August 2025
CLAREWOOD GIRLS (11 - 16 years): 5pm - 7pm
23rd July, 30th July, 6th August, 13th August, 20th August, 27th August - 3.15pm - 5.15pm
Looking for something active and creative? Join us in Blakelaw for free summer fun. It’s open to anyone aged 8 and over! Here’s what’s on: Football, dodgeball, and team games. Sports challenges and outdoor fun, Arts, crafts, and creative sessions. A healthy, tasty meal every day. There’s something for everyone to enjoy. Try new things, make friends, and have fun.
Mon - Thurs: 21st -24th July. 28th -31st July. 4th -7th August. 11th-14th August
10am -2pm
The programme is designed for children in receipt of benefit related free school meals (FSM) and is part of Street Games' HAF programme which is their implementation of the Holiday Activities and Food programme funded by the DfE.
Session times: Wednesday 30th July, 6th, 13th and 20th August. 2-5pm
Come along to our CHEFF family sessions where you will enjoy cooking, sports, arts & crafts and nutritional games.
To book: Booking essential. Go to our Facebook/Instagram page and click the link to book.
This is a warm, caring and kind place because:
Come along to our CHEFF family sessions where you will enjoy cooking, sports, arts & crafts and nutritional games.
Thursday 31st July, 7th, 14th & 21st August. 2-5pm
Booking essential. Go to our Facebook/Instagram page and click the link to book
This is a warm, caring and kind place because:
Monday 4 August - Thursday 7 August 2025
Monday 11 August - Thursday 14 August 2025
Monday 18 August - Thursday 21 August 2025
Time: 10am to 2:30pm
Thanks to support from NCC and Street Games we are pleased to offer 4 weeks of Holiday Camps in July and August. With a range of indoor and outdoor activities, enrichment and possible day trips we want to provide as many children in our community as possible with the opportunity to become involved throughout the holidays. Each participant will also receive a healthy lunch provided each day and engage in regular daily physical activity.
Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.
All sessions are free of charge and there is no referral required or waiting list.
This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:
