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A weekly Clothes Bar providing children’s clothes to local families in need. All clothes are in good condition and are washed and ironed. Tea, coffee and toast are also available free of charge, and you’re welcome to stay and chat over a cuppa. No charge is made for clothes and all contributions of children’s clothes in good condition (including local school uniforms) are very gratefully received.
Thursday 27th November & Thursday 4th December 2025 - 09:30am - 12:00pm
12 spaces - KS5
Suitable for students:
A series of sector specific cohort events taking small groups of young people on a number of events exploring careers within their chosen sector of interest. Designed to give a higher number of meaningful employer encounters with a variety of employers within a specific industry, applicants will be required to commit to a number of event dates across each cohort group and we ask that students have a genuine interest within each area when expressing interest.
Tuesday 30th September 2025 10:00am - 13:00am
40 spaces. KS3 & KS4
Linking the curriculum to careers, we have secured a visit to Northumberland National Parks Headquarters at The Sill to help improve and enlighten students with the practical application of geography within an employment and natural landscape.
Suitable for students:
Friday 23rd January 2026 - 09:30am - 11:00am
20 spaces - KS4 & 5
Suitable for students:
No appointment needed.
If you would like to weigh your own baby please follow the guidance poster at the venue using the QR code. This will tell you how to weigh your own baby.
Please note this is self-service – no members of the Health Visiting team will be present.
No appointment needed.
If you would like to weigh your own baby please follow the guidance poster at the venue using the QR code. This will tell you how to weigh your own baby.
Please note this is self-service – no members of the Health Visiting team will be present.
Newcastle Careers Team are holding careers advice drop-in sessions. We can offer advice about:
- careers and jobs
- apprenticeship vacancies and applications
- training opportunities
- study options such as 6th form, college courses or Study Programmes.
We are here to support children and their families seeking sanctuary in the United Kingdom.
Our Helpline provides emotional and practical support as well as advice and signposting to children, young people and their families.
All services include access to interpreters if required.
The Helpline is open:
Monday to Friday: 10am-8pm
Saturday: 10am-3pm
Playtime Paradise Wraparound Ltd has been established since 1998 and was previously known as Gosforth Park Out of School Club Ltd until 2024.
Baby Massage is a lovely way to enjoy time with your baby. It can help with bonding, colic, teething and circulation. Come to our friendly 5 week course.
Booking is essential 0796 173 4298
A fun filled music and movement session with songs and rhymes.
For children under 2.
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.
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.
Programme for Neurodivergent Young People aged 11-25
A peer support group for people who have recently found out they are neurodivergent, or are waiting for diagnosis. Referral only.
Referrals to Masquer-Aid should be made through the NHS Newcastle and Gateshead Children and Young People's Service (CYPS), who can be contacted by their website, telephone 0191 246 6913 or freephone 0800 652 2864.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. There will be a member of the Health Visiting team present at the clinic. Please bring your child’s red book.
No appointment needed.

Based at the Havannah First School, we are a Montessori-inspired nursery for 3-5 year olds where the children are encouraged to learn through play, both indoors and outdoors with the wonderful expansion to the outdoor area within the attached forest school.
Our sessions are fun, informative and nurturing and will enable your child to be ready for the next stage of their learning journey - school. This is echoed in the Government's Early Years Framework, which all staff follow.

Hi my name is Josephine. I am a Ofsted registered childminder I work from my own home. I am a flexible, reliable and have experience looking after children.

I am a dedicated childminder and a proud parent of two teenagers, which gives valuable first hand parenting experience. With over 10 years of supporting children in church to build a strong moral foundation, combined with my background in care, hospitality, and customer service, I provide a warm, safe, and nurturing environment tailored to your child's needs. In my setting, children will enjoy engaging in indoor and outdoor activities such as arts and crafts, baking, gardening, and imaginative play.

Free family law advice on things like; domestic abuse, supporting children through separation or divorce and parents rights.
If you are unrepresented and need advice on family law then pop in and have a chat.

The Mental Shift CIC works to provide support, education, and early intervention to young men to support with their mental health, reduce involvement anti-social behaviour, and improve quality of live.
Through bespoke services which use Martial Arts as the driving force for change, we work with males aged 12 to 25 in Newcastle and beyond - including Gateshead, County Durham, Byker, and Elswick.
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.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. There will be a member of the Health Visiting team present at the clinic. Please bring your child’s red book.
No appointment needed.