Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.
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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A free service for parents/carers of children at any stage of their autism journey. Get support, advice and information on services available to you.
These sessions will provide an opportunity for children to experience a variety of play based activities, making use of indoor and outdoor space. For autistic children aged 5 to 11.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Join staff from the Great North Children’s Hospital for an insight into their amazing work — and let your little ones hop inside a real ambulance (subject to availability on the day)! We’re also excited to welcome the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service and the Northumbria Police Cadets, who’ll bring fun activities and give families a fascinating peek into what they do to keep our communities safe.
This drop-in activity day is FREE to attend with no pre-booking required and is suitable for all ages… especially families!
Classes to help you get ready for baby. Topics include; labour and birth, feeding your baby, practical tips and getting to know your baby.
A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Lots of activities including messy play. Free snacks and juice are included.
Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.
Gentle and social walks in many different places. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
Join Explore Learning for an hour long session designed to help Year 6 children gain confidence in the run up to SATS tests.
Join Explore Learning for an hour long session designed to help Year 6 children gain confidence in the run up to SATS tests.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Meet and connect with other carers in a similar situation. Work together to make Newcastle (and the world) a better place for carers.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
An Infant massage course to learn how to massage your baby.
For babies: 6 weeks - crawling
5 Week course, contact 0191 272 7824 to book a place
Enjoy a range of fun activities including arts, crafts, nature activities, alpaca care, and cooking. Children can make friends whilst parents can meet like minded parents and carers.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.
A group for all parents and carers welcoming a new baby.
Bring your child along for lots of fun activities. Things like; painting, playdough and pasta play!
Come along while you are pregnant or once baby is here. Meet other young parents, let baby play and get support.
Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding , breast feeding and weaning.
Fun play sessions for children aged 0 to 5 with SEND, both diagnosed and undiagnosed.
Look, touch and hold fluffy and scaly creatures, and then enjoy some stay and play. For children and young people with SEND.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
These sessions will provide an opportunity for children to experience a variety of play based activities, making use of indoor and outdoor space. For autistic children aged 5 to 11.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
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.
A friendly interest and social group. It is for adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
Session 1: Make A Difference - outreach activities project
Session 2: Homework club
Children 8 years and over.
To book contact: Siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com or Pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or call 07903 728884/07534448704
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!
Those wishing to sign up can contact Rachel - rachel@prideactionnorth.org.uk - 07378492807 or Spike - plusgroupne@gmail.com - 07495836069
Junior After School Group for ages 8-11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.
A supervised youth club for children aged 8 to 14 years old with additional needs and disabilities.
Welcoming young people aged 8-12 years old, these sessions are focused on the music that young people want to sing and play.
Including a mixture of singing, musical games, song writing and playing.
We’ll do our best to make sure everyone has a great time playing and creating music!
Participants might have never played music before, they might want to improve their musical skills or they might just want to try something a little different.
A free inclusive weekly gaming session. This is for children aged 5 to 11, including those with additional needs. Come together, socialise, and play many different consoles with friends.
Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends. For girls aged 11 - 13 years
A fun youth group for siblings of disabled children and young people. A brilliant opportunity to come together for fun and friendship.
Play and meet new friends in a relaxed environment supported by Newcastle United Foundation coaches. Age 16 to 29
Family fun club Arts and Crafts session
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