Childcare for the holidays.
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Drop-In Session Breakfast included in this offer. A variety of activities including Sports - creative crafts - team challenges - cooking activities - Easter decoration - Spring planting etc.
For ages 8 - 12 years.
Drop in session but membership form must be completed.
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We offer a free camp for children entitled to means tested free school meals. We deliver a range of activities including Arts & Crafts, Dance, Fitness, Board Games and more. We offer a free hot meal and ask that children bring their own water bottle.
For ages 7 - 11 years.
To book: Please complete a registration form from your school (St Michael's & St Paul's)
Helpful workshops and one-to-one appointments for parents and carers. Gives practical advice about supporting children with autism.
We will be offering a safe and welcome environment for children to attend and participate in a range of physical and educational activities.
For ages 4-12
With thanks to StreetGames, we are offering 8 FREE days of forest school in Benwell. These sessions are for children and young people who receive benefit-related free school meals. Sessions are for children aged 5–12. Children attend without their grown-ups (sorry adults!). We run sessions at Benwell Nature Reserve. Sessions run from 10am to 2pm. You can book single days or multiple days.
8 days of fun activities for children aged 5-8, 9-12 and 13-19, a mixed of trips, centre based arts and crafts.
To book: EMAIL farcentre@btconnect.com or inbox our social media.
Please note that we are currently fully booked, places on our reserve list only, no walk in's, places need to be prebooked.
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Get ready for an action-packed Easter at SoccerWorld Newcastle!
Keep the kids active, happy and entertained over the holidays with our exciting mix of sports and creative activities. Our multi-sport camp is bursting with fun, including football, dodgeball, tennis and loads more!
Every day brings friendly competitions, chances to win prizes, opportunities to earn certificates and trophies, plus children can show off their creativity in our trophy design contest.
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
We have Lots of fun planned including visits from the Blood Bikes, RNLI, Yoga, Dance and so much more
0191 8104406
Visit our website, www.sportscampsne.co.uk to book
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Football Skills and Drills camp for ages 5 to 13 years
We are Action Foundation. We are a refugee charity. We support young people and families. Our Young Lives team helps you. We listen and give the support you need. This Easter holiday, we offer 8 fun days. You can join us for safe, happy days. You try new things with people you trust. Each day includes free tasty food. We all eat together. You can enjoy calm time on the beach. To breathe, relax and feel good. You can also try surfing and skateboarding. You try with friends and your youth workers. They make sure you feel safe. We hope you join us. We would love to see you.
Join us for fun this Easter. We run holiday activity days. Your child can try many activities: arts and crafts, basketball, football, and hockey, dodgeball, nerf battles, tag and chase games, den building and outdoor play.
Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
A mix of activities, games and sports where the children can decide what they do. Different options every 40 minutes.
A fun sport and social activity session for adults with a disability and additional needs.
A mix of activities, games and sports where the children can decide what they do. Different options every 40 minutes.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Information for families on things like; benefits, housing, the law and immigration.
A mix of activities, games and sports where the children can decide what they do.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
A welcoming group for ages 12 - 24 months.
Enjoy free play, singing and snack time.
Join our playful classes, that will get you and your little one moving together in fun and creative ways.
We offer exciting and engaging activities.
Some of the activities are
- Table Tennis
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Air Hockey
- Art and Craft
We have a calming space for children to chillout.
We provide hot nutritious healthy meals.
We visit the parks and other interesting places.
For ages 5 - 16 years
To book: Email: newcastleboosterclub@yahoo.com with details of your child
Join Useful Vision at Stepney Bank Stables for an exclusive session in stable management. For children and young people with a visual impairment.
EMTEP's HYPE (Helping Young People Evolve) HAF Spring 2026 programme for ages 8-16yrs provides enrichment, physical activity, alongside informal learning of healthy eating and balanced lifestyles. Hype provides both centre-based and outdoor activities. These include educational support, self-development workshops, group activities sports, team games, excursions, and trips. All is underpinned by EMTEP’s mentoring and befriending engagement with positive BAME role models.
We run a fun relaxed Easter Youth Club for children aged 5 -12 years where,
- You can try arts and crafts
- You can join cooking activities
- You can play games with others
- You can take part in sports
- You get a healthy snack each day
- You can spend time with friends
There is something for everyone, come and have a great time, try new things and have fun.
Free open access session - No booking required
Join in with this online and low-impact exercise session. For people with Down's Syndrome aged 14+ and their families.
Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding, breast feeding and weaning.
We offer friendly, open sessions. You can come along and join in. You will feel welcome here. We provide healthy food each day. You can enjoy meals with friends. It is all free for you. We create a safe, welcoming space. You can relax and be yourself. We are here to support you. What you can enjoy: fun activities each day games and group play time to make new friends We would love you to join us.
For ages 7 - 16 years
To book: see Facebook page
Amazing free holiday activities (Table Tennis, dancing, cycling, football, street cricket and trips to trampoline and soft play for both kids and young people) for children and young people within the African community (5-17 years old) in physical activities, enrichment activities and serve free meals to all.
To book: Contact us on phone or email
One hour in the pool with inflatables and one hour in the cafe.
Learn to speak up for yourself and others. For people with learning disabilities and autistic people.
Come join in the holiday fun with us at Denton Youth & Community Project. We have a range of fun activities for ages 7-16. Yummy food will be provided at all sessions.
Tuesday 7th April Coastal Scavenger Hunt 12-4,
Wednesday 8th April Toon Scavenger Hunt 12-4pm,
Thursday 9th April Teens Coastal Scavenger Hunt 12-4pm,
To book: Email sara@dycp.org.uk
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
We’re running Easter sessions for local kids. You can join us for games, crafts, and time outdoors. We also take short trips to places nearby. The sessions are free and include a free lunch for children who get free school meals. Each session lasts 4 hours. Trips need to be booked and your consent before we go. We keep things friendly and calm so the kids can relax and enjoy the day.
For ages 8 to 16 years.
To book: Email contacts: pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Learn outdoor and gardening skills at the community allotment in Byker. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
We offer friendly, open sessions. You can come along and join in. You will feel welcome here. We provide healthy food each day. You can enjoy meals with friends. It is all free for you. We create a safe, welcoming space. You can relax and be yourself. We are here to support you. What you can enjoy: fun activities each day games and group play time to make new friends We would love you to join us.
For ages 7 - 16 years
To book: see Facebook page
A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
We offer friendly, open sessions. You can come along and join in. You will feel welcome here. We provide healthy food each day. You can enjoy meals with friends. It is all free for you. We create a safe, welcoming space. You can relax and be yourself. We are here to support you. What you can enjoy: fun activities each day games and group play time to make new friends We would love you to join us.
For ages 12 - 16 years
To book: see Facebook page
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Early Words Together. A group of children aged up to 5 years. We give the opportunity to borrow toys from our Toy Library loan service. Early Words Together is also delivered here. Early Words Together aims to support the communication, language, and early literacy of young children age 3 to 4 through evidence-based activities.
Printed on April 5th 2026