Events and activities for those with SEND

Upcoming events and activities in Camden for children and young people aged 0-25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families.

See our Guide to Low and No Cost Activities in Camden.

Waiting Room's calendar is also full of events that are suitable for young people with autism and ADHD.

See our Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF). Parents can register and book up to 4 days of activities over the holidays for children aged between 5 and 16 years. If a child or young person has additional support needs, parents should tell the provider in advance.

Early years

Step in and Play

children 0 to 5 with learning or development delays, or a diagnosed or undiagnosed disability
we have sessions at various locations around Camden, see our timetable for more details

Join us for play-based activities in a calm environment that will support your child’s learning and development. You will meet our specialist staff as well as parents and carers with similar experiences.

Age 4 and over

Comets

children aged 5 to 11
Saturdays, 9.30am to 11am
Maria Fidelis Catholic School, NW1 1LY (opens in Google maps)

Blind and partially sighted football

children aged 7 to 16
Mondays, 6pm to 7pm
La Sainte Union Sports Hall, Acland Burghley School Sports Centre, NW5 1AN

Football sessions for blind and partially sighted boys and girls, with adapted practices. The cost is £40 per month and there is financial assistance for those in need. For more information visit the Bloomsbury football page on blind and partially sighted football.

Voyagers

children aged 4 to 11
Wednesdays during term time, 4.30pm to 5pm
Edith Neville Primary School, NW1 1HQ (opens in Google maps)

Music-making group for primary school-aged children with SEND. The cost is £66.70 per 10-week term. Find out more and apply to join.

Age 11 and over

Youth clubs

We have 3 youth clubs where young people aged 13 to 19 (or 25 with a learning disability) can access support, meet with other young people and get involved in a range of activities.

Find a youth club.

Gyms

There are 11 free outdoor gyms open to everyone aged over 14 years old.

Creative Health Camden Youth Hub

young people aged 12 to 18
Fridays, 3pm to 5.30pm
The Gym, Kentish Town Health Centre

Join us at our calm, arty wellbeing space. We have art materials and workshops, books and graphic novels, free refreshments and retro board games. Contact Li on 075 2353 3490 or email li@creativehealthcamden.com to sign up.

Civic Action Lab

young people aged 12 to 18
Thursdays at 4pm
Civic Action Lab, 2 Prince of Wales Rd, NW5 3L

Join us at our calm, arty wellbeing space. We have art materials and workshops, books and graphic novels, free refreshments and a place to chill and chat. Text 07523 533490 to join us.

Turtle Opera Workshops

young people aged 11 to 15
Tuesday 17 to Friday 20 February, 11am to 3.30pm
V&A Museum, South Kensington, SW7 2RL

This free music and drama project for young people has been designed for young people on the autistic spectrum, but is inclusive and does not require young people to have a diagnosis. Enjoy four days of workshops from a specialist team. Scan the QR code in the flyer to join, or email ellie@turtlekeyarts.org.uk.

Age 16 and over

Preparing for Adulthood (PfA) Event

young people aged 14 to 25
Friday 30 January, 10am to 3pm
Labs House, 15 to 19 Bloomsbury Way, WC1A 2TH

Our PfA event is a great opportunity to explore the support and opportunities available for young people with SEND in Camden. This event is designed for young people with an EHC Plan or SEN Support who are in Year 9 and above. We will showcase essential services and local initiatives to help young people with their independence, community inclusion, supported employment and health. Book your place using the form, or email LocalOffer@camden.gov.uk for more information.

Unity Works Workshops

Unity Works are running practical workshops for young people aged 16 to 25, who have a learning disability and/ or autism. All sessions are inclusive and there is no commitment to attend all. For more information, contact Peter on 07922100814, or at peter.hass@unityworks.org.uk. See below for more details on each workshop:

Ready for Work! Building Skills and Confidence

young people aged 16 to 25
Thursdays 10.30am to 12.30pm
Holmes Road, NW5 3AQ

Come along to learn about workplace behaviour, teamwork, health and safety and more.

Understanding and Managing Relationships

young people aged 16 to 25
Thursdays 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Holmes Road, NW5 3AQ

Come along to learn about different relationships, expectations and social rules.

Let’s Talk Searching and Working

young people aged 16 to 25
Fridays, 10.30am to 12.30pm
Holmes Road, NW5 3AQ

This session is a discussion to share thoughts and feelings around work, and explore motivation and rejection to build confidence.

Social Media Safety

young people aged 16 to 25
Fridays 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Holmes Road, NW5 3AQ

Come along to learn about how to be safe online when using social media.

Age 18 and over

Friday Night Disco

adults
Fridays, 7pm to 9.30pm
404 Camden Road, London, N7 0SJ

Come along to the Friday night disco run by Centre 404. Tickets are £5 for people using services and carers/ support workers can enter for free. This event is inclusive, all are welcome! For more information, contact Caroline at carolineg@centre404.org.uk.