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We are planning some fantastic family fun days at Byker Sands Family Centre this Summer. Ideal for primary school aged children but older siblings are welcome.
Parents/carers need to stay with their child during the session.
Summer Day Trips
Thursday 1st August - Adventure Valley 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 14th August - Druridge Bay Beach and Country Park
To book a space, click on this link:
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=wLSfsgQNn0q0YsEpSx4…
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.
Calling families, parents, carers, children (under 11) this is for you!
Health Drop In Clinic specifically for Dads and Male Carers to come along with their baby's at the 'Dads Drop In'.
- Ask one of our friendly health professionals any of your burning baby questions including drop in weigh services
- Learn new skills and gain confidence as a parent
- Exclusive Dad led activities
- Join our new Dad support network
- Find out what's on for you and your family in your local area
- Get support around you physical, mental and sexual health
A group for pre-walking babies and their carers. Join us for a group where babies learn through sensory exploration and connection.
Drop in, no need to book.
A cooking session for children aged 5+. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking required
Join us for friendly company, chat, and a cuppa on us, with Tom and the team.
Booking not required. This is a drop in session.
Join us for a family cricket session tailored for Black and South Asian families.
All ages welcome. Halal snacks provided.
To book please ring or email Alosh.
Support to:
- look for work
- complete job applications and CVs
- practise interview skills
- practise English, Maths and ICT
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.
Sessions are for children aged 11+ who have started secondary school. They are friendly and welcoming and include things like;
- sports and games
- cookery
- arts & crafts
- project based work
- socialising with friends
Please contact the project before attending. Your first session is free!
We offer a number of different sessions including:
- lunch club
- steel pan orchestra
- junior youth sessions
- senior youth sessions
- after school club
- mature action group
For more information please contact us on 0191 2647566 or email info@dycp.org.uk
Weekly sessions, starting Tuesday 10th September
11am - 12:30pm
Welcoming and friendly group for teen mam's to attend.
Mam's will be able to share experiences, socialise with each other and receive support from Kate and Sasha.
We look forward to meeting you!!
Friday 30th August 2024
10am - 2pm
Join us in Cochrane Park as we celebrate the end of a summer of fun with Newcastle's Best Holiday Ever!
There will be fun, free activities for children aged 4-16 and eligible for benefits-related free school meals as part of the Holiday Activity and Food Programme.
Book Now: https://forms.office.com/e/Emq9iguV1B
PALS is a free 6 week program for adults with additional needs and autism, which focuses on health and wellness and includes art, cooking, creating friendships, and confidence building. The session runs on a Monday 10:30am-12:30pm.
Our FREE junior sessions are a safe space for children aged between 5-16 years to come and socialise, play freely, learn about the world around them and take part in activities like;
- arts and crafts
- cooking
- gardening
- group games
- sports
The sessions are led by the children, they choose what they would like to do in their youth clubs and plan their activities. Snacks and drinks are available in all sessions.
All welcome, no need to book.
For parents and carers of babies 0-2 years old.
Therapeutic advice and support with baby led play to support bonding and attachment.
Fun family session for children 0-5 years and their parents and carers.
- Healthy cooking activities
- Let's move together / dance / music / story ideas
- Introduction to food hygiene
Plus, information about safe food storage, portion sizes, dental health, tips for reducing sugar and more!
A fun filled session with music, singing, dancing, and sensory exploration. Come along and make new friends.
Suitable for under 4 years. Families with home educated and SEND children are welcome.
Sessions include physical activity and music/song time.
Drop in for anyone who finds themselves in financial difficulty or is in urgent need of basic provisions. All adults, parents and carers are welcome and family food parcels are available. Children can attend with parents/carers but must supervised. Referral is not required, but please bring evidence of ID and any benefits you are receiving
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.
A monthly Saturday social get-together for warm and friendly chat while completing any craft that you wish to bring along with you! Small and friendly group – anyone is welcome to join us.
Please let us know in advance if you wish to attend so that entry arrangements can be made for you.
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.