Home-Start Teesside

07/08/2026

💜 Heartfelt Highlights 💜

"This day meant so much to me. It was my birthday, and you made it so special. Having you all with me that day made me feel supported, welcomed, and cared for, and it meant more than I can say.

Seeing my daughter so happy, making sandcastles and smiling all day, made my heart full. Thank you for your kindness, for celebrating with us, and for giving us such a beautiful memory.

We will always remember this day."

05/08/2026

05/08/2026

Say hello to Borderlands Creative People & Places Tuk Tuk - a unique artwork inspired by the richly decorated truck art of Pakistan, celebrating creativity, heritage and community.

Co-created by artists and communities in Middlesbrough, Bradford and Rawalpindi, Pakistan, the Tuk Tuk blends traditional truck art with local stories, poetry and landmarks, creating a colourful celebration of place, identity and connection across cultures.

The Tuk Tuk will be accompanied by a hands-on creative activity, inviting visitors of all ages to look beyond the vibrant artwork and explore the stories, places and connections that inspire

✨Between the Tides
📆 Sat 22 & Sun 23 August
📍 Kirkleatham, Redcar
🤸🏻 Free outdoor festival of circus, theatre, puppetry, music and play for children & families

05/08/2026

Home-Start Teesside

Hydropunk by Artizani and Tenderfoot Theatre is all about teamwork 💦💧🫗
Taps, valves, pipes, pumps, sprays, and leaks come together to form a chaotic and playful water machine full of games and puzzles. But there's a twist: with only 1000 litres of water to work with, once it's gone, it's gone!
Join in to conserve and recycle water and beat the challenges of waste and leakage.
✨Between the Tides
📆 Sat 22 & Sun 23 August
📍 Kirkleatham, Redcar
🤸🏻 Free outdoor festival of circus, theatre, puppetry, music and play for children & families

05/08/2026

Today is National Play Day!

Play isn't just fun, it's an essential part of healthy childhood development.

Play is how children learn, grow and express themselves. Whether it's arts and crafts, building a den, or sharing a story, these moments help children thrive and create lasting connections.

Let's celebrate the power of play and make more time for fun! 💜

03/08/2026

What a fantastic day we had at the Best Start Family Fun Fest! 💙

A huge thank you to all the families who came along to visit us – it was wonderful to meet so many of you and see the children enjoying the activities.

Thank you also to everyone involved in organising such a brilliant event. It was a pleasure to be part of it.

A special thank you goes to our amazing volunteers, Carol, Rebecca, Matilda and James, for giving up their time to support Molly and me throughout the day. We couldn't have done it without you!

We loved being part of such a positive community event. 🌟
Home-Start Teesside Redcar & Cleveland Best Start Family Hubs

03/08/2026

Home-Start Teesside

Middlesbrough SEND Parent Carer Forum can't wait to see you all tomorrow, they have lots of agencies attending to help answer your queries or just introduce themselves. ☺️

Reserve your spot by clicking: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/middlesbrough-local-offer-live-tickets-1992926834811?aff=oddtdtcreator

Come and let the young ones play happily while you grab a coffee knowing you're all in a safe SEND friendly environment. ☕

They are also very excited to be launching their membership/mailing list! This is completely free but ensures you are the first to know about any events either by themselves or other agencies. Sign up will be live on the day or you can do it at home, however if you sign up within the first week you will be entered into a 🆓 prize draw for a little prize bundle we have put together.

30/07/2026

We are going to be there too! 😀

30/07/2026

TWO MORE DAYS TO GO! ☀️🪁

29/07/2026

What can 2 hours change?

Register your interest in volunteering here: https://homestart-teesside.org.uk/volunteer/