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Swimfun North East is a new swim school (est. April 2017) that provides high Quality swimming lessons for people of all ages. Lessons are fun and aim to develop water confidence and swimming technique and skills within the national framework.
We are an inclusive swim school and we welcome people from all backgrounds and abilities, safeguarding is a priority. All teachers are nationally qualified, DBS checked and members of Swim England.
Masquer-Aid is a programme for young people aged 11-25 who have recently found out they are neurodivergent or are waiting for a diagnosis. They will take part in a 12-week programme where they learn about what it means to be neurodivergent and talk about shared experiences.
This campaign from Public Health England focuses on helping families make healthy food swaps by using the Food Scanner app.
Our main focus is to work with children and young people most in need, including those with mild to moderate disabilities or additional needs. Our SEN offer focuses on activities and events based at our sites across Tyneside.
We have SEN Community hubs which offer young people (14-25) the chance to meet in a safe environment where they can socialise outside school, form new friendships, and become more confident and independent. (They are currently on hold while we look for a new venue).
Unfortunately the bowling alley is currently closed for refurbishment.
Come and join us at Gorilla bowl in Eldon Square for a free game of bowling! All participants will receive a free soft drink or hot drink and a snack.
Available to redeem any day Monday to Friday within the school holidays!
ARE YOU AGED 8-15? IF SO, WE HAVE A PROGRAMME JUST FOR YOU!
Come and join us at Elswick Community Leisure Centre for Newcastle’s Best Summer Ever 2024 camps this Summer holidays (multi games and swimming
with lunch provided) this is all FREE to you aged 8-15 years.
HAF Family SEND Arts Project
Tuesday 30th July & 6th August, Thursday 1st August & 8th August
We will be delivering workshops for SEND children and their families involving arts and crafts/free play and crafts/ indoor and outdoor movement and silent disco.
Healthworks will also provide individual families with a cookery session, so they can prepare and make their own healthy lunch.
Free Parking.
Accessible toilet.
Quiet rooms available.
Specialist and supportive staff.
Session times
Free SEND soft play and sensory room sessions on the following dates:
July
Monday 22nd July, Wednesday 24th July, Friday 26th July, Monday 29th July and Wednesday 31st July
August
Fun sports and activity session for young people with SEND, aged 8 - 19 years.
Free!
For more information and to book please contact info@smilethroughsport.com or ring 01670 457 757
Does your child have a special educational need or disability?
Come to our support group. It’s a friendly place for parents and carers to chat and get advice.
- Get advice from professionals.
- Talk to other parents and carers.
- Share ideas.
Get Creative Together!
SEND Summer school for ages 14+ 19yrs 12-16th Aug 10am-3pm (10 free spaces)
Summer school for ages 7-16yrs 19th-23rd Aug 9.30am-4.30pm (10 free spaces)
This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because
Gosforth Civic Theatre is an arts venue, café and community hub in Gosforth, and is home to, and run by, Liberdade Community Development Trust.
We opened Gosforth Civic Theatre in 2016, and in 2019 we hosted more than 900 events and activities, and invited over 50,000 people through our doors. In the words of Ozzy, one of our founding members, we opened the theatre because;
We aim to be a fully inclusive space and mix our SEN sessions within our normal routines. We just make simple adaptations.
Come and join us for free flow access to our large hall with space to run around, climb and explore & exclusive use of our sensory room.
£4 per child, £2 per sibling but free funded spaces available
Every other Friday 1.30pm - 5pm
Ran by professional artists and support staff, ICEbox is a youth club for young disabled people aged 16-25.
Based at our studios on Mosley Street, the club runs every Wednesday. Club times are 6.30pm - 8.45pm. You can attend on a pay as you go basis.
ICEbox offers a range of arts, drama, media, and craft activities. It is also a social space to chill and connect with friends.
Sport & physical activity sessions and events for children, young people with SEND. Siblings are welcome to attend too!
Our sessions and events are taking place across the North East. We are not postcode restricted, so please book onto any sessions/events you are able to travel to!
There are a range of activities available in various locations. For more details visit: https://smilethroughsport.com/whats-on
We are planning some fantastic family fun days at Byker Sands Family Centre this Summer. Ideal for primary school aged children but older siblings are welcome.
Parents/carers need to stay with their child during the session.
The Tim Lamb Centre offers activities and facilities for disabled children and families. We have a soft play area, a sensory room, a toddler playroom, and a games room. We also have a large, enclosed outdoor playground for sensory play. The building is wheelchair accessible.
Each week in the summer holidays our events will celebrate a different country. We have activities planned which include drum and mask making and garden games.
We are a social centre for people of all ages living with disabilities. Our facilities include a hydrotherapy suite, sensory rooms, a music room, and a cafe. We have different activities happening this summer, including animal adventures, and music sessions.
The dates of our summer sessions are:
Pathways 4 All's first over-16's SEN Festival Party Saturday 7th September, 4pm - 8.30pm. An opportunity to have fun and meet new friends. There will be live music, a laser show, bubble artist, fire eater, and illuminated disco. There will be snacks and soft drinks available to buy. Dress to impress festival style - bright colours and sparkles recommended. The crazier the better!