SEND-friendly activities 2026
Adventure Play
Hackney Marsh Adventure Playground
Mon-Fri, 27 July-28 Aug, 10-5pm
Free. Age: 6-15 (18 with SEND)
Book in advance via email or calling.
Free food as part of the HAF programme.
Daubeney Fields, Kingsmead Way, London E9 5PP.
Info: HackneyMarshAP@hackney.gov.uk, or call 020 8986 7245
Suitable for young people with: ADHD, autism, dyslexia/dyscalculia, dyspraxia, emotional wellbeing/mental health needs, global developmental delay, hearing loss, learning difficulties, other mobility/motor skills disabilities, physical disabilities requiring the use of a wheelchair or mobility aid, vision loss.
Welcomes external support workers/carers for young people with SEND if the following is completed: A completed Young Hackney membership for the young person including parent & carer details. The support worker/carer needs an Enhanced DBS Check and will need to provide a photo ID.
Shoreditch Adventure Playground
Mon-Fri, 20 July-28 Aug, 10-5pm
Free. Age: 6-15 (18 with SEND)
Book in advance via email or calling.
Free food as part of the HAF programme.
Info: ShoreditchAP@hackney.gov.uk, or call 02077293770
Suitable for young people with: ADHD, autism, dyslexia/dyscalculia, dyspraxia, emotional wellbeing/mental health needs, global developmental delay, hearing loss, learning difficulties, other mobility/motor skills disabilities, physical disabilities requiring the use of a wheelchair or mobility aid, vision loss.
Welcomes external support workers/carers for young people with SEND if the following is completed: The support worker/carer should show documentation, the young person’s EHC Plan, official diagnoses, pending diagnoses and agency information (DBS). In addition, a conversation around the child/young person’s needs, lived experiences is all also considered.
Hackney Play Association
Summer play at Homerton Grove Adventure Playground & Pearson Street Adventure Playground
Mon-Fri, 22 July- 26 Aug, 10.30-5.30pm
Free. Age: 6-15
Free food as part of the HAF programme.
Register in advance of attending on your first day.
Homerton Grove Adventure Playground, Wardle Street, Homerton, E9 6BX & Pearson Street Adventure Playground, 28 Pearson Street, Hoxton, E2 8EL
Info: https://www.hackneyplay.org/summer-playscheme-2026/
SEND-friendly. Contact the provider for more information.
Shakespeare Walk Adventure Playground
Drop-in sessions
Contact Shakespeare Adventure Playground for exact dates/timings.
Ages:0-16 year olds
Free food as part of the HAF programme.
69 Shakespeare Walk, N16 8TB
Info: https://www.swapa.org.uk/; call 02079168597
SEND-friendly. Contact the provider for more information.
Young Hackney Youth Hubs
All activities are free and inclusive for young people aged 8-19 (up to 25 with special educational needs and/or disabilities [SEND]) at our youth hubs.
Contact each hub for further details of their summer programme, or sign up to our newsletter at https://hackney.gov.uk/newsletters to get the latest updates on our youth hubs.
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Forest Road
Mon-Fri, 27 July-28 Aug, 11-3pm (8-12 year olds); 4-8pm (13-19 year olds)
Free. Age: 8-19 (25 with SEND)
Free food as part of the HAF programme.
29 Forest Road, E8 3BY.
Info: jamie.cutler@hackney.gov.uk, or call 020 8356 2200.
SEND offer
Forest Road runs a fun and interactive offer for SEND young people. It cannot offer one-to-one support but it will have one specialised activity per day for young people to participate in. There is also a quiet space and a sensory box on hand.
The Edge
Mon-Fri, 27 July-28 Aug, 11-3pm (8-12 year olds); 4-8pm (13-19 year olds)
Free. Age: 8-19 (25 with SEND)
Free food as part of the HAF programme.
Woodberry Down, London N4 1SN.
Info: sarah.fox@hackney.gov.uk , or call 020 8356 1063
SEND offer
The Edge runs a fun and interactive offer for SEND young people. It cannot offer one-to-one support but it will have one specialised activity per day for young people to participate in.
Stoke Newington
Mon-Fri, 27 July-28 Aug, 1-6pm
Free. Age: 10-19 (25 with SEND)
Free food as part of the HAF programme.
Chaucer Court, London N16 8TS
Info: Kfontilio@hmp.org.uk, or call 0207 923 1633
SEND-friendly.
Concorde
Mon-Fri, 27 July-28 Aug, 1-5pm & 6-9pm
Free. Age: 10-19 (25 with SEND)
Free food as part of the HAF programme.
Kingsmead Way, London E9 5PP.
Info: jbrodie-mends@hmp.org.uk, or call 020 8510 0979
SEND-friendly.
Free and low-cost activities for up to 19 (or 25 with SEND)
Leaside
Enjoy weekly themed outdoor activities and watersports at its summer holiday activity club
Mon-Fri, 20 July-28 Aug, 10am–3.30pm
Free if you’re eligible for free school meals / £5 concession, £20 standard, £40 pay as you go, Ages: 8–18 (25 with SEND)
Register in advance here or here if you receive free school meals.
Leaside, Spring Lane, Hackney E5 9HQ
Info: info@leaside.org.uk , or call 02088066887
SEND friendly. Contact the provider for more information.
H.O.P.E (Gascoyne & Morningside Youth Clubs)
Drop-in youth club activities, football, group games, roller skating, dodgeball, arts & craft and more!
Mon-Fri, 20 Jul – 28 Aug, 12.30-7.00pm
Free. 5-19 years old (25 with SEND)
Free food as part of the HAF programme.
Morningside Community Centre, Cresset Road, Hackney E9 6SJ
Info: info@hopeatmorningside.org, or call 07958771953
SEND friendly. Contact the provider for more information.
Peabody – Pembury Community Centre
Get involved in activities like basketball, music production, hair braiding, roller skating & more at Pembury Community Centre
Mon-Thurs, 10.30–3.30pm (contact provider for exact dates)
Free. Age: 10–19 (25 with SEND)
No need to book in advance
Pembury Community Centre, 1 Atkins Square, Dalston Lane, E8 1FA
Info: pembury.community@peabody.org.uk , or call 07736848110
SEND friendly. Contact the provider for more information.
Hackney Shed
Create an original cabaret performance at this SEND-focused programme.
Tues-Fri, 28–31 July, 11–5pm
Free (lunch provided). Age: 15–25
Register in advance here
Different venues across Hackney
Info: julia@hackneyshed.org.uk, or call 07543158366
SEND friendly. Contact the provider for more information.
Hoxton Hall
Dance classes
Tues-Thurs, 4-6 Aug, 11–3pm
Free. Ages: 11-16
Email to register in advance
Hoxton Hall, 130 Hoxton St, Hoxton, N1 6SH
Info: Poppy@hoxtonhall.co.uk , or call 02086292724
Art and Nature
Wed-Fri, 12-14 Aug, 11–3pm
Free. Age: 11–16
Email to register in advance
Hoxton Hall, 130 Hoxton St, Hoxton, N1 6SH
Info: Poppy@hoxtonhall.co.uk , or call 02086292724
Music production
Thurs & Fri, 13 &14 Aug, 11–4pm
Free. Age: 14-19
Email to register in advance
Hoxton Hall, 130 Hoxton St, Hoxton, N1 6SH
Info: Poppy@hoxtonhall.co.uk , or call 02086292724
Learn illustration, game design, storytelling & music!
Tues-Thurs, 18-20 Aug, 10am–1pm & 2pm–5pm
£5. 10–14 years old
Email to register in advance
Hoxton Hall, 130 Hoxton St, Hoxton, N1 6SH
Info: Poppy@hoxtonhall.co.uk , or call 02086292724
Learn how to light shows and gigs
Starting the week of 24 Aug (date TBC), 11am–4pm
Free. 14–19 years old
Hoxton Hall, 130 Hoxton St, Hoxton, N1 6SH
Info: Poppy@hoxtonhall.co.uk , or call 02086292724
Suitable for young people with: ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia/Dyscalculia, Emotional wellbeing/mental health needs, Learning difficulties.
Welcomes external support workers/carers for young people with SEND if the following is completed: DBS, ID & letter from the parent or guardian.
Immediate Theatre
Creative drama activities (Ages: 5-11), Breakout
Mon-Fri, 28 July-1 Aug, 10-4.30pm
Free. Age: 5-11
Free food as part of the HAF programme.
Email to register in advance.
Nisbet Community Hall Hall Crozier Terrace, London E9 5GX.
Info: charmain@Immediate-theatre.com
Creative drama activities (Ages: 12-19), Exposure
Mon-Sat, 4 Aug- 16 Aug, 10:30- 5pm
Free. Age: 12-19 (25 with SEND)
Free food as part of the HAF programme.
Email to register in advance.
Nisbet Community Hall Hall Crozier Terrace, London E9 5GX.
Info: charmain@Immediate-theatre.com
Suitable for young people with: ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia/Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia, Emotional wellbeing/mental health needs, Global developmental delay, Hearing loss, Learning difficulties, Other mobility/motor skills disabilities, Physical disabilities requiring the use of a wheelchair or mobility aid, Vision loss.
Other information from the provider: “We carefully curate all our programs, making sure that they are accessible and inclusive. We also curate our performances and events in spaces which are accessible. All reasonable adjustments are made to accommodate those with additional needs.”
Laburnum Boat Club
Kayaking, canoeing and stand up paddle activities
Mon–Fri, 20 July – 28 Aug, 10am–4pm
Free if you’re eligible for free school meals / £10 per day. Age: 9–18 (25 with SEND)
No need to book in advance
Free food as part of the Holiday Activities and Food programme.
Laburnum Boat Club, Laburnum Street, E2 8BH
Info: dom.hinshelwood@laburnumboatclub.com, or call 02077292915
Suitable for young people with: ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia/Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia, Emotional wellbeing/mental health needs, Global developmental delay, Hearing loss, Learning difficulties, Other mobility/motor skills disabilities, Physical disabilities requiring the use of a wheelchair or mobility aid, Vision loss.
Leaside
Outdoor activities and watersports at its summer holiday activity club
Every weekday, 23 July – 29 August, 9-5pm
Non-members: £40 per day; members £25 per day; concessions available. Age: 8-16 (25 with SEND)
Free food as part of the HAF programme. Register here.
Leaside, 34 Spring Lane, E5 9HQ.
Info: www.leaside.org.uk or call 02088066887
SEND-friendly.
Mouth That Roars
Produce an award-winning animation with an industry professional.
Tues-Thurs, 5-7 Aug, 12-4pm
Free. Age: 11+ (25 with SEND).
Email to register in advance.
29 Waterson Street, E2 8HT
Info:mouththatroars@btconnect.com, call 02077292323
Film production workshop
Tues-Thurs, 29-31 July, 1-4pm
Free. Age: 10-12 year olds
Email to register in advance.
29 Waterson Street, E2 8HT
Info:mouththatroars@btconnect.com, call 02077292323
Make a drama film with an award-winning filmmaker
Tues-Thurs, 12-14 Aug, 12-4pm
Free. Age: 13+ (25 with SEND)
Email to register in advance.
29 Waterson Street, E2 8HT
Info:mouththatroars@btconnect.com, call 02077292323
Drop in filmmaking sessions
Every Saturday, 1-5pm
Free. Age: 13+ (25 with SEND)
Email to register in advance.
29 Waterson Street, E2 8HT
Info:mouththatroars@btconnect.com, call 02077292323
Suitable for young people with: ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia/Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia, Emotional wellbeing/mental health needs, Global developmental delay, Hearing loss, Learning difficulties, Other mobility/motor skills disabilities, Physical disabilities requiring the use of a wheelchair or mobility aid, Vision loss, Space for 1 wheelchair.
Welcomes external support workers/carers for young people with SEND if the following is completed: DBS check & ID.
SkyWay Charity
Youth club for 8-25 year olds.
Sports day with Hackney Quest
Tues, 18 Aug, 11.30–4pm
Free. Age: 9-15
Email to book in advance
Blue Hut Youth Club, 49 Provost Street, N1 7NZ
Info: info@skyway.london , or call 02077296970
Learn how to lift weights and more at this gym session
Tues, 25 August, (Times are TBC; contact provider ahead of booking)
Free. Age:
Email to book in advance.
Blue Hut Youth Club, 49 Provost Street, N1 7NZ
Info: info@skyway.london or call 02077296970
Pinata workshop – girls only session
Fri, 3 Aug, 12–3pm
Free. Age: 9-15
Email to register in advance
Free food as part of the Holiday Activities and Food programme.
Blue Hut Youth Club, 49 Provost Street, N1 7NZ
Info:info@skyway.london , or call 02077296970
CV workshop
Thurs, 6 Aug, (Times are TBC; contact provider ahead of booking)
Free. Age: 16+ (up to 25 with SEND)
Email to register in advance
Free food as part of the Holiday Activities and Food programme.
Shoreditch Library, 80 Hoxton St, London N1 6LP
Info: info@skyway.london , or call 02077296970
Sports day with Hackney Quest
Sat, 18 Aug, 11.30–4pm
Free. Age: 9–15
Email to register in advance
Free food as part of the Holiday Activities and Food programme.
Blue Hut Youth Club, 49 Provost Street, N1 7NZ
Info:info@skyway.london , or call 02077296970
Teenage Kicks and BBQ
Mon, 20 Aug, (Times are TBC; contact provider ahead of booking)
Free. Age: 9–14
Email to register in advance
Free food as part of the Holiday Activities and Food programme.
Blue Hut Youth Club, 49 Provost Street, N1 7NZ
Info:info@skyway.london , or call 02077296970
Theatre Trip to see Hamilton
Tues, 4 Aug, (Times are TBC; contact provider ahead of booking)
Free. Age: 9-15
Email to register in advance
Free food as part of the Holiday Activities and Food programme.
Blue Hut Youth Club, 49 Provost Street, N1 7NZ
Info:info@skyway.london , or call 02077296970
Thorpe Park
Mon, 24 Aug, (Times are TBC; contact provider ahead of booking)
Free.
Email to register in advance
Free food as part of the Holiday Activities and Food programme.
Blue Hut Youth Club, 49 Provost Street, N1 7NZ
Info:info@skyway.london , or call 02077296970
Trip to Shoreditch Park
Wed, 26 Aug, (Times are TBC; contact provider ahead of booking)
Free. Ages: 9-15 years old
Email to register in advance
Free food as part of the Holiday Activities and Food programme.
Blue Hut Youth Club, 49 Provost Street, N1 7NZ
Info:info@skyway.london , or call 02077296970
Day trips
Thurs, 6 Aug, (Times are TBC; contact provider ahead of booking)
Free. Age: 6–8
Email to register in advance
Free food as part of the Holiday Activities and Food programme.
Blue Hut Youth Club, 49 Provost Street, N1 7NZ
Info:info@skyway.london , or call 02077296970
Arts and crafts activities
Tues, 25 Aug, 1pm–3pm
Free. Ages: 6–8
Email to register in advance
Free food as part of the Holiday Activities and Food programme.
Blue Hut Youth Club, 49 Provost Street, N1 7NZ
Info:info@skyway.london , or call 02077296970
Trip to the park
Wed, 19 Aug, (Times are TBC; contact provider ahead of booking)
Free. Ages: 6–8 years old
Email to register in advance
Free food as part of the Holiday Activities and Food programme.
Blue Hut Youth Club, 49 Provost Street, N1 7NZ
Info:info@skyway.london , or call 02077296970
Suitable for young people with: ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia/Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia, Emotional wellbeing/mental health needs, Global developmental delay, Hearing loss, Learning difficulties, Other mobility/motor skills disabilities, Physical disabilities requiring the use of a wheelchair or mobility aid, Vision loss
Other information from the provider: “All of our activities are accessible. We are an inclusive youth club and adjust our environment according to the needs of each young person where we can.”
Welcomes external support workers/carers for young people with SEND if the following is completed: DBS check, ID & letter from a parent or guardian.
The Crib
Fun activities including arts, crafts, trips and more.
Tues–Fri, 28 Jul – 28 Aug, 1–6pm
Free, or up to £10 depending on activities. Age: 5–19
Register in advance here, or drop-in
1-16 Benyon Court Balmes Road, De Beauvoir Estate, N1 5TJ
Info: admin@thecrib.biz , or call 02072544732
Suitable for young people with: ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia/Dyscalculia, Emotional wellbeing/mental health needs, Learning difficulties.
Welcomes external support workers/carers for young people with SEND if the following is completed: DBS check & letter from a parent or guardian.
Tropical Isles
Summer carnival activities including art, dancing, cooking, sports & more.
Mon–Thurs, 20 July – 10 Aug, 11–3pm
Free. Age: 5–18 (25 with SEND)
Free food available as part of the HAF programme.
Email to book in advance
Rose Lipman Building, Studio 8-11, 43 De Beauvoir Road, London, N1 5SF
Info: info@tropicalislescarnival.org, or call 07985154932
Suitable for young people with: ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia/Dyscalculia, Emotional wellbeing/mental health needs, Learning difficulties.
Welcomes external support workers/carers for young people with SEND if the following is completed: DBS check, letter from a parent or guardian & ID.