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Baby led play to support bonding and attachment. Advice and support given.
For parents and carers of children aged 0 - 2. No booking required.
For 16-19 years old. Are you unsure of what you want to do for a career? Come along to one of our drop in sessions and chat to the team about what options are available.
Please call to book a place.
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.
A fun, weekly girls youth session. This is a youth led group.
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.
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Get advice from professionals.
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Talk to other parents and carers.
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Share ideas.
This group meets on the first Monday of every month.
No need to book - just turn up.
A parent and toddler group for all parents and babies / toddlers.
We provide free tea & coffee with biscuits & juice. We also offer free surplus food for those who need it. 
As part of the SEND Celebration Events in June 2024, 'Skills for People' organised two Pamper Days for Newcastle Parent/Carers of children and young people with additional needs.
Parents/carers came along for a free morning of pampering, relaxation, a tasty lunch and a chat with other parent/carers.
Take a look at some of the photos from the days.
Monthly themed fun family session for children 0-8 years and their parents and carers.
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.
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.
An inclusive art class held on the first Saturday of every month for 10- 15 year olds.
If you would like to book or to have an informal conversation with the tutor before attending contact: learning@laingartgallery.org.uk
£5.39 per child
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!
Eco Influencers is a six-month program for young people aged 16-17, offering them the chance to make an impact on their local environment through eco-conscious projects and social action.
Key Details:
Wednesday 25th June
09:30 - 12:00
Please note, all expressions of interest to attend an NE1 CAN event must be made through either your education or youth provider.
Suitable for students:
Wednesday 2nd July
09:30-15;00
Marketing continues to be a popular subject with many employment opportunities available within this field. A huge part of the creative sector here in the North East, marketing agencies bring together specialists with different skills to deliver for clients giving staff the unique chance to work across many brands, products and projects. Join us as we visit two very different city centre businesses to experience what life is like working at a marketing agency. Lunch will be provided
The Radiography Department at the Freeman Hospital are inviting us behind the scenes to understand what Radiographers do, what you need to become one and to physically see some of the diagnostic machines in action.
A truly unique event, we encourage only students who have a genuine interest in progressing into this profession, or to finding out more, to express interest in places.
Suitable for students who are
Gosforth Civic Theatre Work Placement Programme for young people with learning disabilities and autism aged between 16 - 24 years old.
Working out of Gosforth Civic Theatre’s Cafe Bar the placement offers a varied role, developing skills including:
• Welcoming customers.
• Serving and preparing food and drinks.
• Qualifications in Food Hygiene.
• Barista skills.
• Operating the till.
• Replenishing stock.
PRISM NE is a support group for trans and non-binary young people set up by young people themselves, to provide a space where they are free to be who they are. We plan activities, workshops, occasional trips and residentials.
Every 2 weeks
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.
The National Saturday Club, 10am - 1pm programme is FREE, has no exams and offers 13–16-year-olds a unique opportunity to build their skills, develop their confidence, and discover pathways to further study and future careers.
All of our libraries are autism friendly. To do this we have:
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provided staff training
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created 'calm zone' areas with autism friendly furniture
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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.
