This is a FREE service for parents/carers of pre school children with special needs.

These groups are intended to bring support advice and information on other services available at a time of great need. Trained autism practitioners will deliver sessions that aim to:

• provide a safe place where parents can spend time with other parents who are in similar situation. 
• provide information, advice and signposting in relation to parents and their child’s needs.
• provide a space where children are able to have fun, engaging in activities which are meaningful and positive.

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Newton Aycliffe Group

• The group meet every Tuesday, from 10.00 – 12.00 and Thursday, from 11.30 - 1.00pm
• Neville community centre, Nevilles Parade, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 5DH

For more details please contact:

Theresa Arrowsmith on 01325 328 092 or email 

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Stanley Group

• The group meet every Friday, from 1.00 - 2.30pm
• Stanley, Clifford Rd, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 0AB

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Sunderland Group

• The group meet every Thursday, from 9.30 - 11.00am 
• Rainbow Family Centre, 34 Elliott Terrace, Washington, NE37 3AE

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Stockton Groups

We currently have three groups in the Stockton area:

Thornaby

• The group meet every Tuesday, from 10.00-11.30am
• Early support nursery Tedder Ave, Thornaby, TS179JP

Billingham 

• The group meet every Tuesday, from 1.00-2.30pm 
• Billingham Family Hub, Ochil Terrace Stockton TS232QL

Central Stockton 

• The group meet every Wednesday, from 1.00-2.30pm
• Family hub, Yarm Road, TS18-3PJ

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North Tyneside Groups

Shiremoor

• The group meet every Friday, from 10.00-11.30am
• 9 Bridge Terrace, NE27 0TA

Meadowell

• The group meet every Friday, from 1.00-2.30pm
• Minton Lane, North Shields, NE29 6PQ

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For more details please contact:

Kerrie Highcock, Family Development Manager

By telephone: 0191 410 9974

OR email.

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Our toddler groups are currently suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic. 

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