In Gateshead and across the North East there are a range of play and leisure activities you can take part in. The SEND activities directory has been developed to provide free and impartial information to families about activities suitable for those with SEND within the local and surrounding area and offered online:
SEND activities directory – Gateshead Council
To help make days out more financially accessible for families of children with additional needs, you can apply for a Max Card. Max Cards give children with additional needs free and discounted entry to hundreds of local, regional and national attractions. To apply for or renew a Max Card, visit their website mymaxcard.co.uk
Details of activities in other parts of the North East can be found on other councils’ SEND Local Offer websites:
Newcastle Support Directory | Newcastle Support Directory
Local Offer: Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) | North Tyneside Council
Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and our Local Offer – Durham County Council
Local Offer | Sunderland Information Point
Home | Northumberland SEND local offer
Darlington SEND Local Offer – Darlington
Hartlepool Local Offer | Hartlepool Local Offer | Hartlepool Borough Council
Local Offer | Middlesbrough Council