Transitions Project - DADS

26/05/2026

Let's Cycle Balanceabiltiy Sessions
(Summer Camp)
Would you like your child to learn how to ride their bike?
I am a qualified Balanceability Instructor and teach children with all abilities to ride their bike from the age of 5 to 15.
I am currently taking bookings for the next Summer Camp.
Date: Monday 6th July, Tuesday 7th July,
Thursday 9th July, Friday 10th July
Venue: Meadowbank Sports Arena
Magherafelt
Time: 10am to 11am
Balanceability skills will teach your child how to ride their bike more confidently and competently. Whether you are a first time learner or a return learner get in touch to find out more details.
Your child will learn the following skills over 4 sessions.
Balance activities
🚴Learn how to pick up and walk with their bike and learn how to manoeuvre
🚴Learn how to sit on bike, learn how to glide, learn how to stop
🚴Learn how to pedal their bike and progress to pedalling bike on their own.
🚴Receive a certificate of achievement after the 4 weeks session
If you are interested and want further details please send an email to: [email protected]

14/05/2026

The Transitions Project is facilitating an information evening for parents on the transition from Primary to Secondary School.

What you need to know about the transition from Primary to Secondary School for your child.
Details of event:

Date: Wednesday 20th May 2026
Time: 7.00pm
Venue: Transitions Centre, Unit B2. 80-82 Rainey Street Magherafelt

If you have a child with high levels of anxiety and are worried about the transition move from Primary to Secondary school then this information evening will be for you.
It's never too early to prepare your child for this transition stage.

If you are interested in attending click on the following link to register for the Transitions from Primary to Secondary School Information Evening.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfReaiuof64bxR2WeyevtMNjXzCaQmFtV5dgORX1ThEJzY5qw/viewform?usp=header

Josie McGuckin
Transitions Project Manager

08/05/2026

The Transitions Project is facilitating an information evening for parents on the transition from Primary to Secondary School.

What you need to know about the transition from Primary to Secondary School for your child.
Details of event:
Date: Wednesday 20th May 2026
Time: 7.00pm
Venue: Transitions Centre, Unit B2. 80-82 Rainey Street Magherafelt
If you have a school refuser/school avoider or a child with high levels of anxiety and are worried about the transition move from Primary to Secondary school then this information evening will be for you.
It's never too early to prepare your child for this transition stage.

If you are interested in attending click on the following link to register for the Transitions from Primary to Secondary School Information Evening.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfReaiuof64bxR2WeyevtMNjXzCaQmFtV5dgORX1ThEJzY5qw/viewform?usp=header

01/05/2026

Transitions Project Coffee Morning/Support Group.

You are invited to come along and enjoy a free cup of tea/coffee/scones at our coffee morning which supports parents of neurodiverse children, teens, and young adults.

New members are always welcome.

Venue: Dunadry Hotel, Antrim
Date: Monday 11th May 2026
Time: 10.00am to 12noon

Supporting you, supporting neurodiversity

Our coffee mornings are very relaxed and informal and are always a great opportunity to chat with other parents that are going through the same journey as you are.

To register for the coffee morning click on the following link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/transitions-project-coffee-morningsupport-group-tickets-1988470374418?aff=oddtdtcreator

Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund Northern Ireland

29/04/2026

D.A.D.S. (Dyslexia & Dyspraxia Support) and The Transitions Project supports young people with neurodiverse needs to include ASD, ADHD (AUDHD), DCD and Learning Disabilities/Difficulties. We work with families at different stages i.e. School Transitions, Family Support, Social Development and Empowering Young Adults.

If you need support with any of the above Transition Stages send an email to: [email protected] and we will send you a link to register on the Project.

Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund Northern Ireland

12/04/2026

The next Northern Adult Autism Advisory Service (NAAAS) online drop-in advisory session takes place on Tuesday 14 April from 4.30pm to 6.30pm.

The session will take place via Zoom and is open to all autistic individuals aged 16 +, along with their partners, parents, caregivers, and other professionals ☺️

The session will cover:

🔹 Employment
🔹 Education
🔹 Benefits
🔹 Housing
🔹 Autism services

Please use Meeting ID 824 9626 2894 and Passcode 947289 to join.

Read more about NAAAS ➡️ https://orlo.uk/NAAAS_L5RG8

03/04/2026

02/04/2026

Transitions Project Coffee Morning/Support Group.

You are invited to come along and enjoy a free cup of tea/coffee/scones at our coffee morning which supports parents of neurodiverse children, teens, and young adults.

New members are always welcome.

Venue: Dunadry Hotel, Antrim
Date: Monday 13th April 2026
Time: 10.00am to 12noon

Supporting you, supporting neurodiversity

Our coffee mornings are very relaxed and informal and are always a great opportunity to chat with other parents that are going through the same journey as you are.

To register for the coffee morning click on the following link:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dads-transitions-coffee-morningsupport-group-tickets-1986531228380?aff=oddtdtcreator

30/03/2026

Mid Ulster District Council have planned Easter Family Fun Days which include quiet hours. Details are set out below:

An Easter Family Fun Day takes place at The Burnavon Theatre in Cookstown on Saturday 28th March 2026, from 12 - 2pm. Families can enjoy free interactive dance sessions, face painting, clay and sand art, gaming, sensory play, puppet shows, and more. A dedicated quiet hour will run from 10:30am to 11:30am, where visitors can enjoy activities in a quiet and relaxed setting. No need to book ahead.

An Easter Family Fun Day takes place at Hill of The O'Neill & Ranfurly House in Dungannon on Saturday, 4th April, from 12 - 2pm. Packed full of fun family activities with bumper cars, face painting, arts and crafts, walkabouts, a gaming zone, and interactive dance sessions. Children can take part in an Easter egg trail on the historic Hill of The O’Neill. A dedicated quiet hour for families will run from 11am to 12 noon, ensuring that everyone can join in the fun in a relaxed setting. No need to book ahead.

20/03/2026

As D.A.D.S & The Transitions Project continue to support Neurodiversity week we wanted to show a few of the many testimonials we have received from families who are supported through the Transitions Project funded by the The National Lottery Community Fund Northern Ireland who we are forever grateful to.