Autumn/Winter Updates
Please see all our updates for our summer term. (Last update 21/10/2026)
To explore the exciting projects, trips, and work we have been celebrating in Quarter 1 - (Click here).
Active Communities Holiday Programme
Whats on in NEWHAM: Family/Fun Swimming, Aqua Splash, Soft Play, Swim School Holiday Short Courses & much more!
Activities will vary per location. Please visit
better.org.uk/newham to find out what's available at each centre.
In addition to all the extra activities taking place in leisure centres, the Active Communities team also hosts free sessions in both our leisure centres and local community settings.
These daily activities for children aged 4-17 are a mix of different sports and are a great way to keep your kids active and entertained throughout the school holidays.
These sessions are often delivered in partnership with local sports clubs to ensure a high quality of coaching.
Free Support For You & Your Family
To book email: (familyhubs@newham.gov.uk)
Tennis Camp
To book: (Click HERE)
Free Saturday football for children in Years 4, 5 and 6
Free Saturday football for children in Years 4, 5 and 6 at any Newham primary school.
WHEN: Saturdays, 8.30 - 10am
WHERE: Rokeby School, Barking Road, London E16 4DD
TERM: 13 Saturdays, 5 September to 12 December. No sessions on 24 or 31 October, or in the Christmas holidays.
PLACES: 40
WHAT HAPPENS
Young people playing football, with qualified, DBS-checked staff leading and facilitating. There is no coaching - this is an opportunity to be active, play, and enjoy the weekend.
WHAT TO BRING
Sessions are on astroturf. Astroturf trainers or firm ground boots - no long studs. Shinpads are mandatory. Bring a refillable water bottle, wear clothing suitable for all weather, and ideally bring a change of clothes in case of bad weather.
FUNDING
Delivered by Newham Sports Club and fully funded by Rokeby School, as part of the school's commitment to supporting young people in and out of school.
TO BOOK YOUR PLACE, PLEASE (CLICK HERE)
Understanding Challenging Behaviours – (Online workshop)
To join the online TEAMS meeting (click here)
Meeting ID: 3401011602666
Passcode: cR7Xk6ed