The Royal National Institute of Blind People is the UK's sight loss charity. They offer practical and emotional support to blind and partially sighted people, their families and carers. They raise awareness of the experiences of blind and partially sighted people and campaign for change to make our society more accessible for all. They want to change our world so there are no barriers to people with sight loss.

Loads of helpful tips and advice for your child to get a better night's sleep.
 

We are running a free sleep workshop on Friday 29th August 10:00am-12:00 @ Byker Sands Family Centre and we would love you to join us.

All sessions are for parents and carers of children who live in Newcastle.

There is no creche available over the summer holidays and children are not able to attend.

Multi sports holiday club including Centre functional movements, dodge ball, football, tag games plus many more. 

Contact Rhys rhys@allstarsport.co.uk for further information

This is a warm, caring and kind place because:

Football club offering free multi sport activities over the holidays

Usually we run a football club which takes pride in offering football for all regardless of ability, gender, religion.  

Cricket club for adults and juniors from 7+ years old.

We are a warm and welcoming club who are always looking for new members. We provide two Saturday XI's playing in the Northumberland and Tyneside Cricket League. Our 3rd XI play midweek cricket in the Northumberland League C Division and we also boast one midweek team in the North East Mid-Week Cricket League.
 

This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:

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Local charity Children North East are running the SAFE programme, which offers counselling to victims of sexual abuse aged 5 to 18 (

Northern Cultural Projects fosters community development through inclusive, participatory cultural projects.

For more information please contact Silvie Fisch on 0753 7106950 or email silvie.fisch@northernculturalprojects.org

SVP Deaf Centre is a charity providing care, comfort and compassion for disadvantaged families and individuals within the community, both non-hearing and hearing alike. As the centre is part of the wider organisation of St Vincents de Paul, we embody SVP values while also having a unique focus on bettering the lives of those who have experience of deafness

The North East Autism Society run a Family Networking Group, a closed group on Facebook which aims to empower, educate and connect parents, families and carers by: 

• Increasing knowledge

• Sharing useful information 

• Connecting people   

You can find out more here: Family Networking - North East Autism Society

We are a North East based disability sport charity. We offer many sport sessions for people with special educational needs or disabilities, including:

• SEND Activity Sessions (8-19 years old)

• Adult Adapted Cycling Session

• Adult Sport and Social Session

• Boccia Session (all ages) 

• Summer holiday activities 

To find and book a session, click here: What’s On – Smile Through Sport

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; 

Newcastle United Foundation is an independent registered charity using the power of football to connect, motivate and inspire people in our region. Through community, education, health and wellbeing, and sports programmes delivered across Newcastle, Northumberland, North Tyneside and Gateshead, we strive to improve physical and mental health, boost learning and career prospects and provide life-changing opportunities for everyone – no matter their goals in life.

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. 

Useful Vision is a service for visually impaired children around the North East. We provide positive opportunities and jam-packed events. Our support for children and families helps them to flourish.

Our activities and services can help children learn new skills and make new friends – reducing social isolation through increased confidence and self-esteem.

You can register your child for support from Useful Vision and to be able to attend events. 

The Chronicle Sunshine Fund is a local North East charity. We provide specialist and adapted equipment to children aged 0-19 living with disabilities, additional needs, chronic and terminal illness. 

We can help you get equipment that is not available from Newcastle City Council or the NHS. It can make a big different to the daily life of your child, as well as your family. 

You can learn more about applying for equipment by visiting this page.

Contact is the UK charity for families with disabled children. They support families, bring families together and help families take action for others. They give support through:

FREE Inclusive Art & Craft Workshops – Summer Series!

For ages 8+

Hosted by Disability North, led and delivered by Zoe from Zone 31 CIC!

Join us for a summer of fun, creative, and sensory-friendly art sessions designed for all abilities! Each week features different activities that are fully adaptable and inclusive, perfect for anyone who loves to get creative or try something new.

What to Expect Across the Sessions: