Joe Wicks Launches ‘Activate’ – A Fun Way to Get Kids Moving Joe Wicks has launched a new animated series called Activate. It’s made to get kids moving and having fun. The series was created with Studio AKA – the team behind Hey Duggee. It’s backed by the government to help kids and families get more active … Continued
Summer Support for Children and Families in Newcastle
The school holidays are here – and we know it can be a busy time for families.
Whether you’re looking for fun activities, help with meals, or ways to keep your child healthy and happy, there’s lots of support available in Gosforth, Jesmond and across Newcastle.
From 1st July 2025, the NHS is changing the childhood immunisation schedule. These changes are designed to protect children earlier and make appointments easier for families.
We are proud to support World Down Syndrome Day World Down Syndrome Day 2025 is all about support. Everyone needs support sometimes. But the kind of support we need is different for each person. This is the same for people with Down’s syndrome. The right support at the right time helps people with Down’s syndrome … Continued
Mental health is just as important as physical health. Many mental health problems start young. Children’s Mental Health Week is about getting support early
Let’s be Healthier Together this Winter Healthier Together is a trusted NHS resource for parents and carers. The App and website give clear and reliable advice to help keep children and young people well this winter. Healthier Together uses a simple’ traffic light’ system. This system is based on common symptoms of childhood illnesses. It … Continued
Wheeze Clinic: Reducing Avoidable Deaths from Asthma This case study shows how bringing specialist care into GP practices can improve asthma management for kids and teens. The project was presented to practice staff at our September Away Day. Background In 2014, a National Bundle of Care was introduced to prevent asthma deaths. It followed a … Continued
Managing Your Child’s Health with Proxy Access on the NHS App: A Quick Guide Want to manage your child’s health easily? With proxy access on the NHS App, you can view and book appointments, order prescriptions, and check medical records—all in one place. It’s simple and secure, and here’s how to get started: What is … Continued
Calling new Dads and Male Carers This week is the first Drop-in for Dads – a new drop-in health clinic for Dads and Male carers. Why not pop along to Byker Sands Family Centre from 3 pm on Tuesdays? You can ask questions, get your baby weighed, and see what support is out there for the challenges … Continued
Newcastle Autism Hubs this Autumn The North East Autism Society is hosting a series of workshops across the city this Autumn. The sessions are for parents or carers of children living in Newcastle who have been diagnosed with autism or are in the process of being assessed. These are the available dates: Nunsmore CentreStudley TerraceNE4 … Continued
