These inclusive music sessions are:

• Free

• Interactive

• In person

• For young people aged 12 to 18

Using music tech, this session will suit both a complete beginner or knowledgeable musician.

Geordie Mums is a self-advocacy, social and supportive group for Mums with a learning disability and autistic Mums.

The group meets once a month, on a Wednesday morning.

The group always welcomes new members. To find out more, or to talk about joining the group, please get in touch by phone or email. 

Masquer-aid is a programme for young people aged 11-25 who have or are waiting for a diagnosis of neurodivergence.  They will take part in a 12 week programme where they learn about what it means to be neurodivergent and talk about shared experiences.

Masquer-Aid referrals must be made through the NHS Newcastle and Gateshead Children and Young People’s Service (CYPS), who can be contacted:

Come along to these friendly coffee mornings. These are for parents and carers of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Have a nice cup of tea or coffee, and chat with other parents.  You can also find out about what support is available in Newcastle. 

There are several coffee mornings that take place once a month in Newcastle.

Note: We will update the list below once the next dates have been shared. You can also keep an eye on the Facebook page (linked below) for any new dates.

Specialist session for young people diagnosed with autism or in the process of referral.

Every Thursday

6pm – 7pm

Ages 12-18

NUCASTLE, Diana Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 6BQ

For more information contact Michael.johansen@nufc.co.uk 

You can register by clicking 'Register here' under Neurodiverse kicks on this website: https://www.nufoundation.org.uk/get-involved/premier-league-kicks  

For parents/carers of children who are on the diagnostic pathway or post diagnosis of Autism. Children must be living in Newcastle.

Supporting your autistic child workshop

These sessions will cover:

• worries and action planning

• common misconceptions

• differences in autistic children

• practical strategies to use in everyday life

We have the following dates available:

For parents/carers of children who are on the diagnostic pathway or post diagnosis of Autism. Children must be living in Newcastle.

Supporting your autistic child workshop

These sessions will cover:

• worries and action planning

• common misconceptions

• differences in autistic children

• practical strategies to use in everyday life

These sessions will run 10-12 and must be pre-booked.

For parents/carers of children who are on the diagnostic pathway or post diagnosis of Autism.

Children must be living in Newcastle.

Supporting your autistic child workshop

These sessions will cover:

• worries and action planning

• common misconceptions

• differences in autistic children

• practical strategies to use in everyday life

These sessions will run 10-12 and must be pre-booked.

Inclusive art class held one Saturday every month for 10-15 year olds. 

If you would like to book, go to Saturday Art Classes for 10-15 year olds | What's On | Laing Art Gallery and click 'Book now' or email learning@laingartgallery.org.uk.

If you would like informal conversation with the tutor before attending, please get in touch via email. 

£7 per person

True Colours is an inclusive theatre school for children and young people living in the North East. They run classes designed to build confidence and celebrate diversity in a safe and nurturing environment. 

This link leads to a timetable of classes available: What’s On | True Colours Theatre

The class timetable on their website, linked above, details the sessions they run, from an introduction to performance classes to faster paced classes with lots of confidence building, dance and singing

Comets is a pan-disability football programme for disabled boys and girls aged between 5 and 11. Players with a broad range of impairments and health conditions can play together.

Comets is all about playfulness, friendships and having fun. More than anything, Comets is football that breaks the old rules and replaces them with a brand new one: JUST BE YOU.

The sessions are ran by lots of brilliant and enthusiastic coaches, the kids love it every week.

If interested in attending, please contact Mandy on 07583052726.

The Gaming Social is a weekly gaming drop in for young people to socialise and mix in a relaxed environment. This is free so anyone can attend. Gamers can play a huge range of consoles with friends.

Gosforth Civic Theatre (See map below)

Every Tuesday during term time.

4.30pm - 6pm: under 11s session. (5 - 11 year olds)
​Anyone aged under 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

A safe space for parents and carers to come together and support each other.

Who’s it for?

Parents and carers of children with SEND – no diagnosis needed. No referral needed, you can just drop in. There is no cost to attend.

Where and when is it?

Galafield Family Hub on the 2^nd & last Friday of the month, 9:30-11:30am

Does your child have a special educational need or disability?

Come to our support group. It’s a friendly place for parents and carers to chat and get advice.

• Get advice from professionals.

• Talk to other parents and carers.

• Share ideas.

This group meets on the first Monday of every month. 

No need to book - just turn up.

East End Pool has inclusive swimming sessions.  These are for people with sensory needs or disabilities. 

There is a Disability changing room/shower and also a pool hoist for easy access into the pool.  We also offer changing facilities for young people with continence issues.

To find dates and times for these sessions, you can use the Better UK app or check the timetable on the website Pool Timetable at East End Pool | Better.  

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.  

ICEbox is a youth club for young disabled people aged 16-25.  It is ran by professional artists and support staff at the studio on Mosley Street.  

Every Wednesday: 6.30pm-8.45pm

Each session costs £5.  You can attend on a pay as you go basis. 

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.

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:

TimbaDash Theatre presents 'Timba Time!' at the Alan Shearer Activity Centre.

On the 3rd Sunday of every month we have Timba-Time, a sensory storytelling play space for people with learning disabilities and their families.

It is essential that you ring 0191 267 8118 to book your place. You must be a member at the Alan Shearer Centre to book, but please know that it is free to join.

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/ 

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.  

Specialist session for young people diagnosed with autism or in the process of referral.

Every Wednesday

6pm – 7pm

Ages 8 to 11

Parks Sports Centre, Howdon Road, North Shields, NE29 6TL

No football boots – wear trainers to play

For more information contact Michael.johansen@nufc.co.uk