Meet up, make friends and explore the fantastic activities on offer at the centre. For children with additional needs.
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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Friday 10 December 2027, 10.00am to 11.30am
Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.
Friday 10 December 2027, 10.00am to 11.00am
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Friday 10 December 2027, 10.00am to 11.30am
Bring your child along for lots of fun activities. Things like; painting, playdough and pasta play!
Friday 10 December 2027, 10.30am to 12.00pm
A group for women in the North East aged 18+ with learning disabilities and/or autism. Make new friends, do new things and feel safe whilst doing so.
Friday 10 December 2027, 10.30am to 11.00am
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Friday 10 December 2027, 10.30am to 11.00am
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Friday 10 December 2027, 10.30am to 11.00am
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Friday 10 December 2027, 10.30am to 11.30am
A play and exploration session for under 5s and their grown ups
Friday 10 December 2027, 11.00am to 11.30am
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Friday 10 December 2027, 3.00pm to Tuesday 8 February 2028, 7.15pm
Monday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project
Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers
Tuesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Make a difference - outreach activities project
Session 2: Homework club
Wednesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance youth project
Session 2: Creative crafts
Saturday 11 December 2027, 10.00am to 11.00am
Visitors with autism or sensory needs can visit during quiet hour. We avoid making any excess noise to make the library quieter and calmer.
Saturday 11 December 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Saturday 11 December 2027, 1.30pm to 3.00pm
A family friendly and inclusive outdoor activity session. Enjoy art, music and movement surrounded by nature. For disabled and non-disabled children and their families.
Sunday 12 December 2027, 12.00pm to 1.00pm
A swim session for people with disabilities. Parents and carers are welcome.
Monday 13 December 2027, 8.30am to 4.30pm
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.
Monday 13 December 2027, 9.00am to 12.00pm
Our volunteers can help you with food and other support. Please bring, proof of ID and income, and your own bags.
Monday 13 December 2027, 9.30am to 1.30pm
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. There are 3 sessions. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Monday 13 December 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm
The perfect opportunity to come and connect with other new parents in the community as well as bond with your little one.
Monday 13 December 2027, 12.00pm to 2.00pm
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Monday 13 December 2027, 12.30pm to 1.30pm
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Monday 13 December 2027, 1.00pm to 2.00pm
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Monday 13 December 2027, 1.30pm 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. Early Words Together is also delivered at this group. Early Words Together aims to support the communication, language, and early literacy of young children age 3 to 4 through evidence-based activities.
Monday 13 December 2027, 3.00pm to Friday 11 February 2028, 7.15pm
Monday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project
Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers
Tuesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Make a difference - outreach activities project
Session 2: Homework club
Wednesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance youth project
Session 2: Creative crafts
Monday 13 December 2027, 4.00pm to 6.00pm
Join us for planting and growing you own plants and vegetables, outdoor crafts and even cooking what we grow!
Monday 13 December 2027, 4.30pm to 6.30pm
A weekly session for children aged 8 to 12 suffering from anxiety. Activities focusing on wellbeing, friendship, confidence building and self esteem.
Monday 13 December 2027, 5.00pm to 6.00pm
An opportunity to learn new skills and play rugby themed games in an inclusive environment.
Monday 13 December 2027, 5.30pm to 6.30pm
An opportunity to learn new skills and play rugby themed games in an inclusive environment.
Tuesday 14 December 2027, 8.30am to 4.30pm
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.
Tuesday 14 December 2027, 9.30am to 1.30pm
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. There are 3 sessions. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Tuesday 14 December 2027, 9.30am to 10.30am
Join us for your favourite stories within a relaxed play session.
Tuesday 14 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.30am
Drop in for anyone who finds themselves in financial difficulty or is in urgent need of basic provisions.'
Tuesday 14 December 2027, 10.00am to 11.30am
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.
Tuesday 14 December 2027, 12.00pm to 1.00pm
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
Tuesday 14 December 2027, 12.30pm to 2.00pm
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.
Tuesday 14 December 2027, 3.00pm to Saturday 12 February 2028, 7.15pm
Monday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project
Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers
Tuesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Make a difference - outreach activities project
Session 2: Homework club
Wednesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance youth project
Session 2: Creative crafts
Wednesday 15 December 2027, 8.30am to 4.30pm
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.
Wednesday 15 December 2027, 8.45am to 10.30am
Our group is welcoming, friendly and an inclusive mainstream session.
Wednesday 15 December 2027, 9.00am to 12.00pm
Our volunteers can help you with food and other support. Please bring, proof of ID and income, and your own bags.
Wednesday 15 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.00am
A fun filled stay and play session, baby area available. This session includes sensory play, a toast snack and a singalong.
Adults must supervise singalong.
Wednesday 15 December 2027, 9.30am to 1.30pm
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. There are 3 sessions. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Wednesday 15 December 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm
Join in with this online and low-impact exercise session. For people with Down's Syndrome aged 14+ and their families.
Wednesday 15 December 2027, 3.00pm to Sunday 13 February 2028, 7.15pm
Monday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project
Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers
Tuesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Make a difference - outreach activities project
Session 2: Homework club
Wednesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance youth project
Session 2: Creative crafts
Wednesday 15 December 2027, 4.00pm to 5.00pm
An SEN friendly table tennis session with no loud music and reduced capacity. Suitable for all ages.
Wednesday 15 December 2027, 5.00pm to 6.00pm
We have a weekly football drop in session for any young person to attend aged 12+. The young people can come socialise with mates and meet new friends in a relaxed environment.
Wednesday 15 December 2027, 6.00pm to 8.00pm
A fun trampoline session for children and young people with autism.
Thursday 16 December 2027, 8.30am to 4.30pm
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.
Thursday 16 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.30am
Drop in for anyone who finds themselves in financial difficulty or is in urgent need of basic provisions.'
Thursday 16 December 2027, 9.30am to 1.30pm
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. There are 3 sessions. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Thursday 16 December 2027, 10.00am to 11.30am
A weekly safe space for parents and carers of children with SEND. Drop in to chat, share and support each other.
Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on January 30th 2026
Printed on January 30th 2026