Together for Children

Together for Children Working on behalf of Sunderland City Council to deliver children’s social care, early help and education services in Sunderland.

Say hello to Links for Life – your easy, one-stop place to:✔️ See what’s on at all five of our Best Start Family Hubs✔️ ...
10/06/2026

Say hello to Links for Life – your easy, one-stop place to:

✔️ See what’s on at all five of our Best Start Family Hubs
✔️ Book multiple sessions with ease
✔️ Get all the info you need about our offer, all in one place

Some activities need booking, others don’t — but everything is now clearly listed on Links for Life, making it easier than ever to see what’s happening and get involved.

Take a look today and see what’s on near you www.linksforlifesunderland.co.uk/familyhubs

Supporting children to start school or nursery confidently starts early.Our Getting Ready for School / Nursery sessions ...
09/06/2026

Supporting children to start school or nursery confidently starts early.

Our Getting Ready for School / Nursery sessions at our Best Start Sunderland Family Hubs offer practical, hands-on support for families, helping children develop key skills such as communication, independence and social confidence.

Sessions include stay-and-play activities and access to advice from partners including early years, health and SEND services.

The first hour of each session is aimed at those which children starting nursery (2–3 years). The Second hour of each session is for pre-schoolers (3–4 years)

📅 Upcoming sessions:
• Tuesday 30 June, 10.30am–12.30pm – Winnibell Family Hub (SR1 2HS)
• Tuesday 7 July, 9.30–11.30am – Rainbow Family Hub (NE37 2AE)
• Thursday 9 July, 1–3pm – Coalfields Family Hub (DH5 9NE)
• Monday 13 July, 9.30–11.30am – Thorny Close Family Hub (SR3 4JQ)
• Thursday 16th July, 9.30–11.30am – Bunny Hill Family Hub (SR5 4BW)

📍 Free, drop-in sessions across Sunderland

Please share with any families who may benefit.

09/06/2026

PREPARING FOR LIFE EVENT.

Together for Children are planning a pilot "Preparing for Life" Information, Advice and Guidance event for young people in Year 10 and above, taking place on Monday 29th June 2026 between 1pm and 6.30 pm at Bede Tower, Burdon Road, Sunderland.

1:00pm - 3:00pm - for schools to visit.
2:30pm - 3:30pm - for practitioners .
3:30pm - 6:30pm - for any young person in year 10 and above.

The event aims to support young people to better understand what is available to them as they take the next steps of their life.

There will be a range of services providing information covering Further Education, Careers, Training, Health and Wellbeing, Community Inclusion and Independence.

Please scan the QR code or copy the link to register by Thursday 25th June 2026.

👨‍👩‍👧 Is your child starting nursery or school soon? 🎒Our FREE parent/carer session is here to support you!✔ Get practic...
08/06/2026

👨‍👩‍👧 Is your child starting nursery or school soon? 🎒

Our FREE parent/carer session is here to support you!
✔ Get practical advice
✔ Build your child’s confidence and independence
✔ Learn simple ways to support communication at home

Parent/carer only drop-in session at Thorney Close Family Hub. Keep up to date with what's on at our Best Start Family Hubs by following Sunderland Family Hubs

Our fostering team are all set at the Beacon of Lightfor today’s Pride Family Fun Day.If you’re coming along why not pop...
07/06/2026

Our fostering team are all set at the Beacon of Lightfor today’s Pride Family Fun Day.

If you’re coming along why not pop along to meet the team, find out more about fostering and how it can fit into your life?

Learn more about fostering with your local council through our fostering hub by following .

Our fostering team are at Pride Take Over at The Galleries Shopping Centre in Washington today, if you’ve ever wanted to...
04/06/2026

Our fostering team are at Pride Take Over at The Galleries Shopping Centre in Washington today, if you’ve ever wanted to know about fostering why not pop along to meet the team, get some information and ask any questions you may have?

No pressure or expectations just an opportunity to find out more. We’re here until 2.45pm. With

🌈 Whether fostering has been on your mind for a while, or you’re just starting to think about it, Foster with North Eas...
03/06/2026

🌈 Whether fostering has been on your mind for a while, or you’re just starting to think about it, Foster with North East would love to talk to you at Sunderland Pride this week.

Come along to Pride Takeover at the Galleries Shopping Centre in Washington tomorrow or on Sunday to the Beacon of Light's Pride Family Fun day to meet our friendly team. There’s no pressure and no expectations – just an open conversation about how fostering with your local council could work for you.

We’re here for you whatever stage you’re at:
• Just curious or exploring your options
• Thinking about applying
• Ready to take the next step
• Returning to fostering after a break

Fostering is about providing safe, supportive homes for children and young people – and we welcome people from all backgrounds, including the LGBTQ+ community.

Come and ask questions and pick up information 💛.

Starting school or nursery is a big step – but you don’t have to do it alone.Join us at your local Best Start Family Hub...
03/06/2026

Starting school or nursery is a big step – but you don’t have to do it alone.

Join us at your local Best Start Family Hub for our FREE Getting Ready for School / Nursery sessions. Through fun stay-and-play activities, little ones can build confidence with things like sharing, listening and independence – while you get advice and support from friendly professionals.

📍 Sessions running across all five Sunderland Family Hubs
✅ No need to book – just drop in

Let’s get your child feeling ready for their next big adventure.

Celebrating our amazing volunteers this Volunteers Week!We are proud to mark Volunteer Week at Thorney Close Family Hub ...
02/06/2026

Celebrating our amazing volunteers this Volunteers Week!

We are proud to mark Volunteer Week at Thorney Close Family Hub bringing together the brilliant people who give their time to support local families.

From welcoming parents and little ones, to helping sessions run smoothly, our volunteers make such a difference every single day — creating a warm, friendly space where families feel supported and connected.

A huge thank you to every one of our volunteers. We simply couldn’t do it without you 🙌!

Learn more about volunteering https://www.togetherforchildren.org.uk/volunteering

🎥 Welcome to the Sunderland Communicates Together Video Hub!A collection of short, practical videos designed to help fam...
02/06/2026

🎥 Welcome to the Sunderland Communicates Together Video Hub!

A collection of short, practical videos designed to help families, carers and professionals support children’s communication, interaction and bonding.

From sensory play and storytelling to Makaton signing and everyday routines, each video is packed with simple ideas to bring out skills in children you didn’t know were possible.

Featuring our very own Best Start Family Hubs team, these activities are:
✅ Easy to try at home
✅ Fun for all ages
✅ Great for building confidence and connection

Explore the hub and start your journey today: https://orlo.uk/Z4IbJ

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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