The Early Words Together programmes give parents the awareness, skills and confidence to provide a language-rich Home Learning Environment that supports their child's language and early literacy development.
Events
Explore What's On in Newcastle for Children, Young People and Families
Discover a wide range of activities and events happening across Newcastle — from one-off workshops to regular weekly sessions. Click on any event to find out more details and how to book your place.
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Tuesday 16 December 2025, 10.30am to 11.30am
OUTER WEST LIBRARY
WEST DENTON WAY
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE5 2QZ
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 11.00am to 12.00pm
Come along to these free weekly Boccia sessions for anyone aged 16+. It's a precision ball sport similar to bowls. All abilities welcome.
Disability North
The Dene Centre
Casetles Farm Road
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE3 1PH
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 11.00am to 1.00pm
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Kenton Centre
Halewood Avenue
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE3 3RX
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 12.00pm to 1.00pm
Come along to these free weekly Boccia sessions for anyone aged 16+. It's a precision ball sport similar to bowls. All abilities welcome.
Disability North
The Dene Centre
Casetles Farm Road
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE3 1PH
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 12.00pm to 12.00pm
For those with a basic knowledge of Ballet
John Marley Centre
Muscott Grove
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE15 6TT
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 12.30pm to 2.00pm
Join our welcoming yoga classes
Unit 15 Lumley Court
Drum Industrial Estate
Chester-le-Street
DH2 1AN
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.30pm
Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.
Unit 15 Lumley Court
Drum Industrial Estate
Chester-le-Street
DH2 1AN
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.30pm
Bring your child along for lots of fun activities. Things like; painting, playdough and pasta play!
Galafield Family Hub
Newbiggin Lane
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE5 1LZ
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.00pm
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Riverside Community Hub
Atkinson Road
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE4 8XS
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.00pm
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Children And Families Newcastle @ Cowgate
Houghton Avenue
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE5 3UT
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.30pm
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Unit 15 Lumley Court
Drum Industrial Estate
Chester-le-Street
DH2 1AN
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.30pm
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
Pottery Bank Community Centre
Yelverton Crescent
Walker
NE6 3SW
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 1.00pm to 3.00pm
Come along while you are pregnant or once baby is here. Meet other young parents, let baby play and get support.
Nunsmoor Centre
Studley Terrace
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE4 5AH
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.30pm
Fun play sessions for children aged 0 to 5 with SEND, both diagnosed and undiagnosed.
Tree House Early Years Centre
Brunel Terrace
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE4 7NL
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.30pm
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
All Saints Church
West Avenue
NE3 4ES
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.00pm
Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding , breast feeding and weaning.
The Haven
Halewood Avenue
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE3 3RX
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 1.30pm to 3.30pm
A safe space to chat about men's issues and meet new people. For adults (18+) with a learning disability and autistic people.
Skills For People
4 Glendale Terrace
Byker
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE6 1PB
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 1.30pm to 4.00pm
Are you aged 16 to 19 (or 25 with an EHCP). Unsure about your next steps? Book in for a chat with a Careers Advisor.
Charlton Street Hub
Charlton Street
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE15 8RN
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 2.00pm to 3.00pm
The Early Words Together programmes give parents the awareness, skills and confidence to provide a language-rich Home Learning Environment that supports their child's language and early literacy development.
Newcastle City Council
High Heaton Library
Newton Place
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE7 7HD
United Kingdom
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 2.30pm to 4.30pm
A friendly interest and social group. It is for adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
Skills For People
4 Glendale Terrace
Byker
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE6 1PB
United Kingdom
Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on November 8th 2025
Printed on November 8th 2025