MOVErs and Explorers is a free pre-school support group at Percy Hedley School providing a range of fun, nurturing, sensory based programmes. It is for families with young children who have neurological or motor disorders (such as cerebral palsy). They may also have associated speech, language and communication difficulties. Children are welcome to attend from the age of 3 months to preschool.

Sessions aim to work with parents develop their child’s physical, cognitive, social and communication skills via explorative play. 

We have been working with the LTA to offer inclusive opportunities for tennis within the club. Our coaches have been on some additional training, and we are pleased to offer a course of SEN tennis sessions for ages 8 - 18.

When it comes to tennis, a learning disability includes conditions such as Down’s Syndrome, Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

We understand that each person’s learning disability has different symptoms and characteristics, so our expert coaches will tailor each session to suit their client’s needs.

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.

This is an inclusive youth group for young people with physical, sensory, and learning disabilities. There is a focus on having fun in a safe environment. Activities will be related to independent living, life skills and personal relationships.

£3 per person

8-13 Yrs | 5-6PM
14+ Yrs | 6-7.30PM

No need to pre-book.  Just pay at reception. 

Please know that the dates we meet up changes during the summer holidays. 

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

Whether you want to try a new board game, help create a book display,or have some company while you do your homework, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy.

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

Whether you want to try a new board game, help create a book display,or have some company while you do your homework, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy.

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

Whether you want to try a new board game, help create a book display,or have some company while you do your homework, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy.

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

Whether you want to try a new board game, help create a book display,or have some company while you do your homework, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy.

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

Whether you want to try a new board game, help create a book display,or have some company while you do your homework, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy.

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

Whether you want to try a new board game, help create a book display,or have some company while you do your homework, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy.

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

Whether you want to try a new board game, help create a book display,or have some company while you do your homework, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy.

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

Whether you want to try a new board game, help create a book display,or have some company while you do your homework, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy.

We have a community street cricket session which runs every Monday from 4pm - 6pm. This is open to age 8 -15 year olds.

These sessions run throughout the school holidays and in term time.

Please contact Calum Bickerton on  0797 912 1321 for more details.

These football sessions are for children and young people with special needs. They help you learn football, get fit, and feel good. The sessions are friendly and supportive, so everyone can join in and have fun.

There are many types of football sessions in Newcastle. They are for people with different needs like:

Home Education Days have been designed for home educated children to benefit from our curriculum-linked workshops, which reflect current and relevant STEM themes and topics.  

Children experience working like scientists in a lab setting which they would not have access to at home. Families can also explore the science centre at leisure rather than having a ‘school style’ schedule to follow.

Each session has a different theme, so workshops will change each time you visit. Keep scrolling for details of upcoming sessions. 

Join us for a range of sports, games and activities. A welcoming and friendly session for children to engage in activities, or have space to do their own thing. 

All needs & abilities are catered for. Siblings are welcome too. For children and young people 8-19 year olds.

Each session costs £3

To book, click here: What’s On – Smile Through Sport

For more information, please call or email.  

Fun sport and friendly boccia session for SEND/disabled children and adults. Our boccia session is suitable for beginners to experienced players. A great opportunity to learn the game, improve your skills as well as meeting new people and socialise.

Each session costs £3 

To book click here: What’s On – Smile Through Sport

For more information, please call or email.  

Family activities for children 0-5, (0-8 in the holidays). Come and join in healthy cooking activities and explore a range of play opportunities.

Watch our clip to see what is involved! Cook Play and Learn

Join us for family activities for children 0-8.

Once per month – first Saturday of the month. 

Family activities for children 0-5, (0-8 in the holidays). Come and join in healthy cooking activities and explore a range of play opportunities.

Watch our clip to see what is involved! Cook Play and Learn

Our FREE junior sessions are a safe space for children aged between 5-11 years (please note different times for different age groups) 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. 

Who are Pride Space?
Pride Space is facilitated by Pride Action North, and Space to Grow (The Children’s Society) and is an LGBT+ young person led space, for children aged 8 - 16.  The group aims to support LGBT young people to gain sense of community, combat social isolation, and support their wellbeing.

Free family cricket sessions.

For families with children aged 5 to 12 years.

• Easy to learn
• Easy to play
• Soft balls and bats

These activity sessions are for children and young people with additional needs aged 4 to 7.  We provide fun sports, games and activities to help children enjoy being active. 

£3 per person.

All needs and abilities are catered for.

Siblings are welcome to come along.

For more information and to book, please contact info@smilethroughsport.com or call 01670457757.