We are a group specifically for families with twins, triplets and higher order multiples aged 0-5 to meet, play and support each other.  Siblings are also welcome to join the fun!

Our group is welcoming, friendly and an inclusive mainstream session. We are open to every child that is a multiple and their families under 5.

• Healthy snack
• Physical activity
• Music / song time
• Baby area

Term time only. 

The Children and Young People’s Service provides a single service to all children and young people aged 0-18 years living in Newcastle and Gateshead who present with mental health difficulties.

This includes children and young people who may be living in difficult and challenging circumstances.

Click here to read more and download a wealth of resources to help support you.

Our vital service is available at no cost to families. Rainbow Trust is a charity, relying almost entirely on voluntary donations and the generosity of the public to deliver support.

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity supports families who have a child aged 0-18 years with a life-threatening or terminal illness.

We are a warm, caring and kind place because:

• We offer small group work and activities
• Parents/carers can discuss individual needs prior to visiting

Book a Toy is a free service offered through partnership with NAPI. Toys can be borrowed immediately from our Gosforth, Outer West and Newburn branches, or ordered for collection at any other branch.

You can now loan 4 toys for 4 weeks from your local Newcastle library

We are a registered charity set up in 1990 in Newcastle upon Tyne, at a time when the North East had the worst levels of child health in the country (Government report Health of the Nation 1990).

The Little Orange Book helps parents of under-fives with practical information about common childhood conditions. Distributed to all new mums in Newcastle and Gateshead through health visitors, this little gem helps parents and carers to recognise and respond to a range of common diseases, illnesses and conditions as well as pointing you to the most appropriate service if you need further support.

You can pick up a copy of the Little Orange Book from your GP practice.

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities. 

For more information please contact via email, phone or Facebook. 

There is a small fee. 

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.

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.

A parent and toddler group i

An interactive music and song sessions are led by an early years music specialist – help your little ones continue to develop their speech and language skills.

Admission is £5 (for one adult and one child), and £1 for additional children with the same adult. No need to book, just turn up on the day!

Welcome to Circus Central, Newcastle's finest Circus Arts hub! We bring people of all ages and abilities together to have fun, develop skills, perform, and gain qualifications. At Circus Central, you become part of a thriving community. We offer something for everyone from the curious beginner to the die-hard professional! We also offer provision for schools, community organisations and events.

We're a circus school! You can learn to fly in the air on a trapeze, silks or aerial hoops, do acrobatics, walk on stilts, ride a unicycle, juggle, hula hoop, and more.

A mixture of outdoor play, games, crafts, cooking, bushcraft, environment and nature, trips and youth work. Young people help to decide what we do and eat.

Northern Stage is a theatre in Newcastle City Centre, very close to Haymarket. You can enjoy plays, dance, comedy and musicals on all of our three stages.

We have family shows throughout the year and at Christmas we have two magical shows one for under 5s and one for over 5s. 

Our Project works with residents of Pendower Estate, in the west end of Newcastle to improve their quality of life and to make the estate a great place to live and bring up your family. We are based in a small neighbourhood centre on the estate.

We work on:

Sensory Baby - supporting babies 0-12 months with their all-round development. Engage your child’s senses in this fun and interactive session.

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.

Family activity for ages 0-5 year olds. 

Come and join in healthy cooking activities. Have a dance and share story ideas. Learn about food hygiene and portion sizes. We will also share tips to improve dental health.

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

Museum Mice is a play and exploration session for under 5s and their grown ups! It is the perfect place for little ones to socialise and make new friends whilst discovering the wonders of the museum. Each month there will be a series of four sessions which explore a particular theme inspired by the museum collections.

Booking required. 

A relaxed session for pre- walking babies who are finding their own unique ways to move around.
This is an opportunity for early movers to explore their curiosity, learn songs, make new friends and explore the senses whilst discovering some of our curious museum objects.
Den spaces and a selection of toys will be provided to explore and move between at their own pace.

A relaxed session for babies who haven't learnt to crawl yet.

This is an opportunity for young babies to engage in tummy time as a group, learn songs, make new friends, and explore the senses whilst discovering some of our curious museum object.  Tummy time mat will be provided during the session but you are welcome to bring your own if you would prefer. 

Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.

This group offers play opportunities for children from birth to 5 year old, as well as an opportunity to mix with others. They offer support to adults and a break from the normal routines of the day. A booking may be required at some groups. For more information on this group and others you can visit NAPI website

Appointment needed.

Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions.  There will be a member of the Health Visiting team present at the clinic.  Please bring your child’s red book.

To book an appointment please ring your Health Visiting team on 0191 282 3319.

Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. There will be a member of the Health Visiting team present at the clinic. Please bring your child’s red book. 

No appointment needed.

Our breastfeeding social groups are for families living in Newcastle. They are relaxed, informal and friendly. They are a great way to 

• meet other breastfeeding mums, 
• get handy tips and information 
• get support from a member of staff or volunteer.  

For more information, send us a message or call us. You can also pop over to our Breastfeeding Mams Facebook page for lots of ongoing information and support.