Gosforth Band is a mixed instrumental ensemble designed for children from Year 3 up to Year 8, primarily from first and middle schools within the Gosforth Schools Trust. It’s open to complete beginners right through to experienced players. We get together to learn new pieces and develop as musicians, gaining valuable musicianship skills and a good sense of ensemble.
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Gosforth Voices is a choir aimed towards children in Years 3 & 4, primarily from first schools within the Gosforth Schools Trust. It’s a fantastic way to make new friends from other schools, develop confidence in singing and learn new songs.
Weekly kickboxing sessions.
Just turn up, no need to book.
For ages 12 - 19 years.
An SEN friendly table tennis session with no loud music and reduced capacity. Suitable for all ages.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Nine Voices is an alternative choir for young people aged 14-18 in the North East.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
A free contemporary dance class. For young people with learning disabilities aged 14 to 24 who enjoy dance.
We offer a safe space where you can ask questions about sexual health, relationships or just have a chat!
Youth sessions for children aged 6 to 11 and not yet in secondary school
Dance classes. For all ages and abilities
A fun weekly youth group for young people aged 8-15. Sessions are inspired by the interests of the young people. They are given choice and decide how they want the drop in to look.
Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.
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.
Using detached youth work principals to meet and get to know children and young people in the locality.
Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends. For young people aged 11+ years
After School Group for ages 11-14 years. Activities include: djing & music, cooking, trips, PlayStation, pool and more
A fun trampoline session for children and young people with autism.
Young people come and make friends and take part in activities. Things like; sport, arts and crafts and team building.
Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.
A youth club for young disabled people aged 16 to 25. Socialise, chill and enjoy activities including art, drama, and crafts.
A safe space for girls aged between 12-16 years to come and socialise, learn about the world around them.
For teenagers. Project workers engage with young people on the streets around Benwell
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.
Come and try our tasty home-made food! We have breakfast buns, soup, paninis, quiche, hot drinks, fresh salads and more. We can also make buffets for your parties or events – just ask us to find out more!
Get support to: look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
Free tasty breakfast
Fun activities
Meet other parents and carers
Friendly staff to help if you need anything
No need to book, just turn up.
Come along and start your day in a happy way!
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Gain the knowledge and skills needed to work with children and young people in school and college environments.
Get support to: look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.
Drop in for anyone who finds themselves in financial difficulty or is in urgent need of basic provisions.'
Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Fun play sessions for children aged 0 to 5 with SEND, both diagnosed and undiagnosed.
A culturally diverse group which meets every week to help families from across the world create a support network in their local community
A place for parents and carers to chat and mutually support each other. This takes place at the Tim Lamb Children's Centre.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. There are 3 sessions. Maximum of 10 children per session.
A free pre-school support group for families with young children who have neurological or motor disorders (such as cerebral palsy). It provides a range of fun, nurturing, sensory based activities.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
A weekly safe space for parents and carers of children with SEND. Drop in to chat, share and support each other.
For people with a learning disability and autistic people aged 16+ in Newcastle. Take part in community projects, live events, and outreach workshops.
Bring your child along for lots of fun activities. Things like; painting, playdough and pasta play!
Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.
Basic level English lessons
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
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