Activities and leisure

Our ambition is to ensure all autistic children and young people can learn, thrive and achieve and lead fulfilling lives

Age

From 16 to 25 years old

020 8815 5444

Updated: 24/04/2023

Anna Freud is a world-leading mental health charity for children and families.

+44 (0)20 7794 2313

Updated: 11/10/2023

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Advice on how to play games safely and responsibly

+44 (0) 2075 340 590

Updated: 04/12/2023

07966 399 709

Updated: 29/09/2023

07966 399 709

Updated: 16/04/2024

Practical advice and activities. Accessible to all

Updated: 25/04/2023

Activities for babies, toddlers and children. Accessible to all.

Age

From age 0 - 5 years old

Updated: 25/04/2023

A great game from the BBC KS1 support section to play with your child. Accessible to all.

Updated: 25/04/2023

A guide for new fathers

A guide to help men navigate their personal journeys into fatherhood. Accessible to all.

Age

http://www.fatherhoodinstitute.org/

Updated: 25/04/2023

We influence government and other institutions to promote a dyslexia friendly society, to enable dyslexic people to reach their potential

Age

Any age

0333 405 4555

Updated: 28/11/2023

Working in partnership with others around the world to help make the internet a great and safe place for children.

+44 (0)20 7639 6967

Updated: 26/04/2023

Speech, language and communication workshops for parent carers of children across all ages

Accessible to all

Updated: 04/09/2023

Our vision is a society where disabled children and young people’s rights are respected, their aspirations supported, and life chances assured.

Age

From 0 to 25 years old

Leave a voice message on 020 7843 6000

Updated: 28/04/2023

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Empowering learning-disabled individuals through inclusive dance.

Age

Adults & children - please email for more information

07597 942494 or 07887 931510

Various locations

Updated: 28/04/2023

Accessible to all.

07837 403873

Updated: 09/05/2023

Less crying. More laughing. It's easypeasy. Accessible to all.

Age

From birth to 5 years old

Updated: 09/05/2023

Domestic abuse helpline and support. Accessible to all.

0161 636 7525 (Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm excluding bank holidays) 0808 2000 247 (24/7 national helpline)

Updated: 09/05/2023

Revised and updated with inputs from the Greater Manchester Perinatal, Parent and Infant Mental Health Services.

Updated: 06/12/2023

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

The Charity provides grants for families raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people. Accessible to all.

Age

From 0 to 17 years old

01904 550055

Updated: 10/05/2023

An environmental action group for young people

Age

11 - 21 year olds

Updated: 08/06/2021

Would you like to get online but need a device, connection, and some guidance to get started?

0161 770 8000

Various locations

Updated: 23/12/2022

Online workshops and information sessions cover a range of topics around caring for your child.

A series of free virtual workshops as a way of delivering our family support services during these challenging times

Updated: 17/05/2023

Get access to thousands of online short courses on FutureLearn and learn at your own pace. You’ll receive digital Certificates of Achievement for all your completed courses included in the price.

Flexible online courses

Updated: 17/05/2023

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

Accessible to all.

Age

All ages

0161 770 4653

Gallery Oldham, OL1 1AL

Updated: 17/05/2023

Development of Communication Skills in Children and Babies. Accessible to all.

Updated: 17/05/2023

Virtual meeting on Zoom exclusively for autistic adults, to allow them to meet other people, discuss matters of general interest, and share their experiences and ideas.

Mark Simpson: 07876 746 403

Updated: 20/05/2022

Autism seminar for families

Updated: 20/05/2022

Simple, fun activities for kids, from newborn to five

Age

from 0 - 5 years old

Updated: 31/05/2023

An exciting and engaging online performance for children aged 3 - 5 year olds. Accessible to all,

Age

3 - 5 year olds

Updated: 31/05/2023

Exploring different types of arts and crafts online

Updated: 06/12/2023

Join one of our funded workshops on how to help children with neurodiversity and additional learning and support needs learn about money.

Updated: 10/10/2023

To empower parents and carers to keep children safe in the digital world. Accessible to all

Updated: 08/06/2023

Help children see themselves in a positive light.

Updated: 21/04/2023

For free, safe, and anonymous support. Accessible to all,

Age

From 10 to 25 years old

Updated: 26/04/2023

Supporting learners with Down’s syndrome to access specialist support to help them learn and thrive. Using digital tools to empower people with Down’s syndrome to thrive throughout their lives.

03001 024 553

Updated: 28/02/2024

In this Q&A Julian discusses the new guidance for early years settings (with a focus on Communication and Language) with Louisa Reeves, Head of Impact and Evidence at I CAN.

Updated: 16/06/2023

Transforming our understanding of how children learn to communicate with language. Accessible to all.

Updated: 09/06/2023

We use football to engage and inspire young people to build a better life for themselves and unite the communities in which they live.

Updated: 09/06/2023

Help and support for children, young people, families and carers

Updated: 02/09/2022

Key messages for SEND in the context of early years.

Updated 16/06/2023

Last Updated: 13/02/2023

Yoga is a fantastic way to get fit, become more flexible and manage stress. Accessible to all.

Age

3 - 5 year olds

Updated: 12/06/2023

Have fun chatting, reading, writing and listening with your child at home. Accessible to all.

Age

from 0 - 5 years old

020 7587 1842

Updated: 12/06/2023

Have fun chatting, reading, writing and listening with your child at home. Accessible to all.

Age

from 5 - 12 years old

020 7587 1842

Updated: 12/06/2023

Updated: 16/05/2023

We train parents/carers in the Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) Parenting Approach

07555 180907

Updated: 16/06/2023

Online classroom

Accessible to all

Updated: 20/06/2023

Online classroom. Accessible to all

Updated: 20/06/2023

Online classroom. Accessible to all

Updated: 20/06/2023

Online classroom. Accessible to all

Updated: 20/06/2023

POINT have compiled a list of useful educational, creative and activity resources that will be helpful for families to access from home.

Updated: 03/07/2023

Hear the views of young people on the issues that matter most to them in this series of podcasts.

Updated: 18/09/2023

Our activities raise confidence, cultural awareness and leadership skills in young people

07713 647 494

Updated: 05/07/2023

Give your best parenting habits a polish, make them sparkle and shine

Updated: 10/03/2022

Improve outcomes for children in a digital world. Accessible to all.

Age

Any age

020 7686 7225 or 020 7704 0415

Updated: 05/07/2023

Accessible to all.

020 4538 1509

Updated: 05/07/2023

Cystic fibrosis support. Accessible to all.

Age

From 0 to 25 years old

Updated: 05/07/2023

Relax With Lucy & Co -baby loss wellbeing support, free baby loss app

Updated: 11/08/2023

Entertainment for everyone!! Come along and enjoy a live performance

0161 833 9833 (Monday to Saturday 11am - until 5pm on no show days)

Royal Exchange Theatre, M2 7DH

Updated: 05/07/2023

Workshops range from performing, technical theatre, digital content, producing, directing, writing and design. Accessible to all.

Age

14 - 21 year olds

07496 816 397

Royal Exchange Theatre, M2 7DH

Updated: 06/07/2023

SENDCode is a specialist programme designed for young people who are unable to access school or Post-16 providers because of environmental or social factors.

Age

11 to 16 years old

0161 505 0474

Updated: 10/10/2023

For brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults

Age

From 7 years old

01535 645 453

Updated: 13/11/2023

Your first stop for information on children's communication. Accessible to all.

020 7843 2510

Updated: 31/05/2023

How your child communicates is really important for their life, including school, jobs, and friendships.

Accessible to all

Updated: 24/08/2023

Empowers young people with the knowledge, skills and confidence to challenge all forms of prejudice and discrimination. Accessible to all.

020 7284 5858

Updated: 11/12/2023

The only website for deaf young people aged 8 to 18 in the UK

Age

8 - 18 year olds

Helpline: 0808 800 8880

Updated: 10/07/2023

Empowering young people to make positive change. Accessible to all.

Age

9-25 years old

020 3934 2160

Updated: 10/07/2023

Useful links and sources of support so that children and young people, parents, carers, and school and college staff can get the advice and help they need. Accessible to all.

Updated: 10/07/2023

Our offer is to support children and young adults with Neurodevelopmental issues such as autism, ADHD and other SEND conditions helping their families, and carers.

07359 237408

Unit 5-6, Midway House, Old Hall St, Middleton, Manchester, M24 1AN

Updated: 10/10/2023

Resources to support the transition into adulthood. Accessible to all.

01225 255 268

Update: 09/01/2023

Advice about staying safe when you're on a phone, tablet or computer. Accessible to all.

Updated: 12/07/2023

There are many different experiences at transition points for children and young people with additional needs.

Accessible to all

0161 503 1547

Updated: 13/07/2023

Tips, advice and resources to help children and young people have a safe and positive time online. Accessible to all.

Updated: 13/07/2023

Creating a world that nurtures and protects children and young people following trauma

Updated: 09/02/2023

Widgit Symbols are used worldwide to support people and help them realise their full potential, no matter what their age, ability or background. Accessible to all.

Updated: 13/07/2023

We strongly suggest contacting the service or activity before you use it. This way you can check all the details are correct and that everything is right for you. Please remember to ask staff to show you that relevant insurance is in place and staff qualifications are up to date.

We provide inspirational education and care to children and young people, resulting in life changing experiences and countless stories of success. Accessible to all.

Hall Cliffe School Jubilee Campus, Jubilee Way, Grange Moor, Wakefield, WF4 7TD

Updated: 11/12/2023