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Pathways 4 All is a parent-led charity, providing leisure services for children and young people with disabilities/ additional needs (0-25 years old). Our primary service is a specialist play and activity provision, the Tim Lamb Centre (in the grounds of the Rising Sun County Park, Benton). Our centre is open to families from across the North East region.

Free Story Time workshops for young children and their families. Come and enjoy a new book each week, with games, crafts and snacks.

Booking is essential due to social distancing. To book and for more information WhatsApp Sarah Steel on: 07871577426

The garden works with nature to create a great place for people and wildlife to enjoy. The garden is about our community, whether in Scotswood and Benwell or the wider area, and we welcome people of all ages and backgrounds to get involved in our work. This can be as a visitor to the garden, as a member of our volunteer team, or as a participant in one of our events. We welcome you to visit and enjoy the fruits of our labours.

When is it on?

Every second Saturday  10 - 12 and 1 - 3pm

Booking is essential and early booking is advised as there are limited places!

Sessions are run at various community venues and locations across Newcastle, for young people, families and over 50s groups.

Our Target Golf programme is very successful in engaging people of all ages and abilities, including people with limited mobility and those who do not traditionally take part in physical activities.

Our focus is on providing access for all and helping people improve their health, quality of life, increase their social networks and develop new skills.

Welcome to the website of Northumbria Army Cadet Force (ACF). The ACF is one of the UK's oldest, largest and most successful youth organisations. Sponsored by the Ministry of Defence it has a long and proud history of preparing young people to achieve the most out of their lives. Boys and and girls aged between 12 and 18 are eligible to join. They participate in a varied programme of military training which includes map reading and shooting, sport and adventurous activities including the Duke of Edinburgh's award scheme.

The Charity Patchwork was set up in order to help and educate young people between the ages of 8 and 25 years resident in the West End of Newcastle Upon Tyne and the surrounding area, including those who are involved in the Criminal Justice System or at risk of becoming involved in the Criminal Justice System,  without distinction of sex, sexual orientation, race or political, religious or other opinion.

Lishi Tai Chi and Qi Gong  

Learn to detox your body, de -stress your mind and revitalise your spirit. Lishi Taichi's friendly instructors offer you ancient Chinese Taoist exercises to get fit, find inner peace and relaxation in the modern world.Learn this ancient Chinese Taoist system of moving meditation and develop a calm mind and enlivened spirt. Come with us on a journey to discover how to lead a stress free life.    

Learn basic values and practices of Shia Islam Religion

At North East School of Ahlul Bayt (NESAB), we aim to teach and develop insight into the values of Shia Islam religion, and Eastern Culture among children aged 5-15 years, belonging to this faith. Our medium of teaching is English, although basic Arabic needed to read and recite Holy Quran will also be taught.

Our 4 main subjects include Reading and learning Holy Quran; Islamic Ethics, Culture and Values (Akhlaq); Muslim History (Tareekh); and Shia Islamic Beliefs and Religious Laws (Aqaid & Fiqh).

We are Famous 4.15. We teach singing, dancing and drama. But really, we do a lot more than that…

The Famous ethos is simple: everyone can have his or her chance to shine, whether that means fifteen minutes spent singing into a hairbrush or a major role on stage or screen.

Famous 4.15 teaches classic arts in a dynamic, contemporary way. We offer training that is relevant, exciting and inclusive.

We aim to ensure that the children and people we work with feel empowered and valued and respect for the individual is at the heart of what we do.

Tutorfair was founded with a simple idea and a promise. We offer an easy way to find the best tutors, while giving free tutoring to students who need it most. So Tutorfair was born and a promise was made: for every student who pays, Tutorfair make a donation to help a child who can't. Today that vision is helping thousands of parents find the best tutors, both in person and online.

Tutor House provides online and in-person tuition for all subjects and levels; including group revision classes, GCSE and A-Level, Pre-U, retake courses, homeschooling, SEN tuition and much more. We have thousands of qualified teachers and educators that tailor their teaching to your learning style. Our mission is to help you reach your potential and boost your confidence. We'll also match you with your ideal tutor for FREE to make sure you're comfortable. Happy Tutoring!

Kids Kabin provides regular creative activities to enable personal development.  We engage kids from disadvantaged areas in creative activities to support their learning and personal development.

Kids Kabin’s main location is in Walker; however, we run activity hubs in locations all over the city – from Pottery Bank to Cowgate and places in between.

Where are we?

Kids Kabin runs specialist workshops for kids in multiple areas, including:

Fun, Educational & Award Winning music classes for newborns to toddlers! 

Locations across NORTH SHIELDS, GOSFORTH, WHITLEY BAY, WIDEOPEN, BLYTH, HEATON, NEWBURN, SHIREMOOR, CRAMLINGTON AND RISING SUN.

Our award-winning multi-sensory music classes help to enhance the development of babies and toddlers. 

Rhythm Time offers fun, quality music sessions to help nurture and develop your child's innate musical ability. The activities are specifically designed to ENHANCE EVERY CHILD'S DEVELOPMENT and build their confidence, creativity and co-ordination.

An inclusive art class held on the first and third Saturday of every month for 8-15 year olds.

Participants will have the opportunity to work with professional art educators, working in a different medium or with a different technique each month. This group aims to be fully inclusive and anyone with additional needs is welcome.

Parents are welcome to stay, or have a coffee at the Laing.

Since its inception South North has been the Premier League’s most successful club winning the league championship ten times in 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011, 2012, 2014 and 2015, the Banks Salver in 2000, 2007 and 2012 and the 2nd Division in 2004 and 2008.  2006 proved an extremely successful year with the 1st XI also winning the prestigious Cockspur Cup, claiming the title of best club side in Britain. The 1st XI added to this in 2008 by being crowned champions of the inaugural Cockspur 20/20 Cup at the finals day held at the SWALEC Stadium in Cardiff.

A group for anyone who has autism.  Meet the first Wednesday of the month at Skills for People.  It runs from 6pm to 8pm  If you would like to come please ring the office on 0191 281 8737 and let us know.

Gosforth Basketball Club was established in September 2011 for children aged 10 – 16 and will compete in the Eagles Community Foundation Central Venue League.

Training (£2.50 per session) is every Monday as follows:

U16′s (16.30 – 18.00)

U12′s & U14′s (18.00 – 19.00)

Please get in touch if you have any questions.

Sounds Good To Me is a welcoming singing group for adults with additional needs. We sing popular songs in unison in a supportive environment, where you can take your time to learn the songs one line at a time. Some participants prefer to listen and that is great, everyone is welcome to join us.

Swimfun North East is a new swim school (est. April 2017)  that provides high Quality swimming lessons for people of all ages. Lessons are fun and aim to develop water confidence and swimming technique and skills within the national framework.

We are an inclusive swim school and we welcome people from all backgrounds and abilities, safeguarding is a priority. All teachers are nationally qualified, DBS checked and members of Swim England.

Razzamataz Theatre Schools was launched in 2000 and achieved national recognition in 2007 after a memorable appearance on BBC’s Dragons’ Den, winning the investment from Duncan Bannatyne, who remains a committed partner supporting all new Razzamataz ventures.

Razzamataz Theatre Schools was launched in 2000 and achieved national recognition in 2007 after a memorable appearance on BBC’s Dragons’ Den, winning the investment from Duncan Bannatyne, who remains a committed partner supporting all new Razzamataz ventures.

Razzamataz classes cover everything from traditional West End musical theatre through to street dance, pop singing and acting for camera. Students gain valuable insights into the industry with regular special guest workshops led by experienced professionals from stage and screen.

LullaBaby Newcastle offer Baby and Toddler classes from newborn to 24 months old in the Newcastle area. Classes are linked to the Early Years Foundation Stage (the curriculum for birth to five years). The activities have been specifically designed and chosen to expose your baby to experiences that will build connections in the brain and promote their early development. Our Step 1 Baby Foundation course is a 5 week course for babies 0-5 months old covering:

Acting Up Children's Theatre

Phone Acting Up Children's Theatre on 07876 595204

Our qualified and experienced teaching staff recognises that all pupils are unique individuals and all learn in different ways, at different paces and to different levels. These factors are considered in our teaching, therefore we are able to achieve our main aim to, 'develop confidence and raise self - esteem in young people'

Beacon Films CIC is a multi-award winning training and production organisation for filmmakers with learning disabilities, autism and additional needs.

For young people (aged 6 - 19) with no experience of filmmaking, Beacon Films runs a BFI Film Academy from November - February each year, during which young people learn all about filmmaking by creating and starring in their own short film. Places are FREE but limited, so contact us early to avoid disappointment!