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Tuesday 30th September 2025 10:00am - 13:00am
40 spaces. KS3 & KS4
Linking the curriculum to careers, we have secured a visit to Northumberland National Parks Headquarters at The Sill to help improve and enlighten students with the practical application of geography within an employment and natural landscape.
Suitable for students:
No appointment needed.
If you would like to weigh your own baby please follow the guidance poster at the venue using the QR code. This will tell you how to weigh your own baby.
Please note this is self-service – no members of the Health Visiting team will be present.
Newcastle Careers Team are holding careers advice drop-in sessions. We can offer advice about:
- careers and jobs
- apprenticeship vacancies and applications
- training opportunities
- study options such as 6th form, college courses or Study Programmes.
Programme for Neurodivergent Young People aged 11-25
A peer support group for people who have recently found out they are neurodivergent, or are waiting for diagnosis. Referral only.
Referrals to Masquer-Aid should be made through the NHS Newcastle and Gateshead Children and Young People's Service (CYPS), who can be contacted by their website, telephone 0191 246 6913 or freephone 0800 652 2864.
Swimming is an essential life skill for everyone. We believe that everyone should feel comfortable and confident in the water.
We offer a variety of swimming lessons tailored for both adults and children, including those with:
Come along and chat to a Health Visitor about feeding your baby. You can come while you are pregnant or once your baby is born. Ask any questions about bottle feeding , breast feeding and weaning. No need to book.
You can also call us to book a breastfeeding support appointments. Appointments with a Health visitor are available city wide Tuesday to Friday.
Based at the Havannah First School, we are a Montessori-inspired nursery for 3-5 year olds where the children are encouraged to learn through play, both indoors and outdoors with the wonderful expansion to the outdoor area within the attached forest school.
Our sessions are fun, informative and nurturing and will enable your child to be ready for the next stage of their learning journey - school. This is echoed in the Government's Early Years Framework, which all staff follow.
Hi my name is Josephine. I am a Ofsted registered childminder I work from my own home. I am a flexible, reliable and have experience looking after children.
The Mental Shift CIC works to provide support, education, and early intervention to young men to support with their mental health, reduce involvement anti-social behaviour, and improve quality of live.
Through bespoke services which use Martial Arts as the driving force for change, we work with males aged 12 to 25 in Newcastle and beyond - including Gateshead, County Durham, Byker, and Elswick.
Join us for inclusive sessions of dance, movement, and aerial at Dance City, held two Sundays per month.
This group is inclusive and has just 10 places so that we can welcome all abilities and needs. Pre booking recommended and Under 5s are welcome but a parent/guardian must be present.
Each session costs £8.75 or £7 for Accessible Price (click here to learn more Pricing - Dance City)
To book, go to the relevant page and click 'Book Now':
Powertutors specialise in Special Educational Needs (SEN) tuition. Each student’s unique strengths and individual needs are supported.
We work together with families, schools, and local authorities.
We offer tailored learning experiences that help children and young people flourish.
Our team of expert tutors delivers inclusive and engaging sessions. We support neurodiverse students to reach their potential.
Join us for our second fantastic event for anyone aged 8+.
Find out more about The Lighthouse Project - your new youth community centre in Byker. We are opening in in Spring 2025.
- Have your say about what will go on there
- Find out how you can get involved and sign up
- Take part in some fantastic activities
- Have some delicious food
- And much more including free prizes!
This event is split into two age groups.
Fun play sessions for children aged 0-5 with SEND, both diagnosed and undiagnosed. No need to book, just come along!
Tuesday 1:00pm to 2:30pm
Thursday 9:30 am to 11:00 am
Term time only.
The Tree house Early Years Centre is a great place to have fun. Check out this link The Tree House Early Years Centre | Newcastle Support Directory and video to learn more:
The sensory room has a range of sights, sounds, textures, and fidget toys. Perfect for children up to age 5 with sensory needs.
£3 per adult (up to 3 accompanied children).
£10 per hour to hire the full sensory room.
If cost is a barrier, please get in touch.
Available to book from Monday to Saturday.
To book and for more information, use the ‘Click here to book’ button on this page https://theowltreechildrenscafe.co.uk/sensory-room/
Browse and borrow a wide range of toys for children (0-5) with special educational needs. These can help with your child's learning and development. Toys can be borrowed for up to 4 weeks.
The library is open Monday to Friday during term time.
Come to the Tree House Early Year's Centre (map below).
For more information, you can call 0191 278 8458 or email treehouseenquiries@newcastle.gov.uk
The sensory room has a range of sights, sounds, textures, and fidget toys. Perfect for children up to age 5 with SEND, autism, or sensory needs.
You can call 0191 278 8458 or email treehouseenquiries@newcastle.gov.uk to book a slot. Just request a date and time.
Slots are usually 30 minutes long.
This is a free service for those who care for children with additional needs. Browse a wide range of suitable, quality and specialist toys. You can borrow 4 toys for up to 4 weeks.
For more details on this service please contact us on 0191-2656158 or email admin@napi.org.uk
These sessions are open to families with a disabled child/young person (and siblings). During these sessions, families can use our:
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soft play area
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sensory room
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trampoline hall
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outdoor play garden
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and more!
On a Wednesday Evening (term time), we run an arts and craft session ‘Get Crafty’ with a playworker leading the activity.
At Sammy Bear Daycare we thrive to meet the needs of all our little people aged 6 weeks - 4 years.
To learn more about our nursery, please take a look at our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558873103787
For more information, please email katie.smith56@ymail.com
Relaxed screenings are for children and young people with autism. They are sensory friendly with reduced sound, dimmed lighting, and no adverts or trailers. It is okay for guests to move around and make noise during the film.
Autism friendly screenings are offered by most cinemas. For more information about the these screenings, the cinemas, and how to book, please click on the links below:
Tovertafel: Magic Table is a fun interactive activity for children and young people. Different items or objects are projected onto the table. Users can move their arms and hands to interact with the projection. Scatter leaves and knock a football around on the magic table!
This is an activity for everyone but is often enjoyed by children with autism and learning difficulties.
The magic table is on Level 3 at City Library and free to use but must be booked in advance.