First Response Training is one of the UK’s leading and largest dedicated training providers, successfully delivering courses to in excess of 70,000 delegates every year. Our vision is simple: we create safer working environments through the delivery of a range of quality training solutions across health and social care, early years, schools and all other industry sectors throughout the UK. We have a number of training facilities based across the UK.

We are an ever expanding Childcare provider for the North East. We can offer a range of services to suit the needs of all requiring childcare. Tinies only use fully checked nannies, early years workers who have been interviewed and hold relevant qualifications. We can provide creches for weddings, charities and corporate events. We can offer supply and temp staff for nurseries to cover sick days and recruit for long term positions. The team at Tinies are always happy to answer any questions and very happy to discuss your requirements small or large. 

A group for current volunteers and anyone else who is interested in becoming a Barnardo's volunteer.

A varied programme of speakers and practical activities or just come along for a cuppa and a chat.

Please ring Pam on (0191) 275 9639 to check that the group is running before travelling.

We run youth clubs for young people aged between 5-18 where young people can take part in activities such as cooking, making music in our music studio, arts and crafts and playing pool and PS4. These are on evenings in our base in Pottery Bank.

We also run alternative education programmes for young people who are struggling in high school. Our programmes vary depending on each young persons needs but each programme will take place outside of school in small groups of no more than 8 young people per group.

A quiet room for you and your child to relax with various sensory items. The room includes

• Colour changing LED bubble tower

• CD player with a range of CD's of children's songs

• Light up bouncy balls

• Music instruments

• Fidget toys

• And more!

To book your 1 hour session please phone or email.

Please note that the room is only small. Only two households are allowed on one booking.

The National Breastfeeding Helpline offers friendly, non-judgemental, independent, evidence based breastfeeding support and information to anyone in the UK who needs it. The helpline is provided by the Breastfeeding Network and the Association of Breastfeeding Mothers.

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.  

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.

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.

Antenatal Classes

To book onto a class please ring 0191 282 3319. There are 3 classes:

Labour and birth 

Infant Feeding

Baby Practical and getting to know your baby

The classes are run by 

The NHS Healthy Start Scheme is for people who are more than 10 weeks pregnant, or have children under the age of 4, who receive certain benefits.

The team can be reached via their Central Line: 07826 531575 (Mon - Fri 9am to 4pm)

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding and live in Newcastle, we can offer you information and support.

Start for Life combines the Antenatal and Breastfeeding Support projects. We are a team of practitioners and volunteers working alongside midwives and health visitors to offer additional support to families in Newcastle.

Antenatal Classes

Antenatal Classes

Antenatal Classes

Are you pregnant or have recently had a baby? English not your first language? 

Not sure what support is available to you in the UK? These new videos will help you understand what happens after you’ve had a baby, made by our friends at the charity Involve North East.

Our Pregnancy Social groups are for families living in Newcastle.

They are relaxed, informal and friendly and a great way to meet others. You can get support and information from one of our members of staff or a volunteer.

For more information, send us a message or call us on 07826 531575

Our Pregnancy Social groups are for families living in Newcastle. They are relaxed, informal and friendly and a great way to meet others. You can get support and information from one of our members of staff or a volunteer.

Run by Best Start at Healthworks.  

For more information please call 07826 531575 or visit BumpBuds on Facebook.

Our Pregnancy Social groups are for families living in Newcastle and are relaxed, informal and friendly. They are a great way to meet others and to get support and information from one of our members of staff or a volunteer.

For more information, send us a message or call us on 07826 531575

Our Pregnancy Social groups are for families living in Newcastle.

They are relaxed, informal and friendly and a great way to meet others. You can get support and information from one of our members of staff or a volunteer.

For more information, send us a message or call us on 07826 531575

For parents and carers of babies 0-2 years old. 

Therapeutic advice and support with baby led play to support bonding and attachment. 

Stopping smoking is one of the best things you can do for you and your baby. Quitting is most successful with the right advice and support. So pop in for a chat and find out what the best options are for you.