Baby led play to support bonding and attachment. Advice and support given. 

For parents and carers of children aged 0 - 2. No booking required.

Fun and friendly soft play at Galafield Family Hub. 

There are two areas in our soft play. One is for younger children 0-2 years old. The other area is for 2-6 year olds.

Our group is welcoming, friendly and an inclusive mainstream session.  We are open to every child under 5.  This is a music session. 

We offer:

• a safe and stimulating baby area
• Physical activity

Calling all dads and male carers.  Join us, with the children you look after, for a fun filled play session.

This is a drop in session - no need to book.

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.

Parent and toddler groups offer play opportunities for children from birth to 5 year old, as well as an opportunity to mix with others. They also offer support to adults and a break from the normal routines of the day. 

Booking maybe required at some groups.

Steeped in history, this Norman fortress is a rugged reminder of northern England’s turbulent past and where the city of Newcastle got its name.

Enjoy exploring the ancient passageways and chambers, discover the hidden stories of the Castle’s inhabitants over the centuries, and take a journey up the roof to see the most commanding views of the city. Please visit our website to find out more. Welcome to Newcastle Castle

Open 10am - 5pm daily

And remember, your entry ticket is valid for a whole year!

SEN sessions at the Owl Tree Community Nest. Children can run, climb, and explore in the larger hall with a soft play area.  They can also use the sensory room. Included is a reserved table in the main café for families with SEN children. For children aged 0-5, but older children are welcome.

Every other Friday: 1:30pm - 5:00pm

Every other Monday: 10:30am - 2:30pm

No need to book in advance. You can arrive and leave anytime between the times shown.  

All of our libraries are autism friendly. To do this we have:

• provided staff training

• created 'calm zone' areas with autism friendly furniture

• put up posters to promote that we are autism friendly

We have also introduced a quieter hour from 10am to 11am every Saturday on Level 3 of City Library. We avoid making any excess noise to make the library quieter and calmer to help customers with autism and other additional needs.

A group for pre-walking babies and their carers. Join us for a group where babies learn through sensory exploration and connection.

Drop in, no need to book.

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.

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.

Charging (Fee) Policy December 2025

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':

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