Sparcs Community

31/08/2026

♾️ SPARCS Saturdays
Back-to-Back Sessions for Neurodivergent Young People ♾️

Looking for a safe, welcoming space where your child or young person can relax, explore and socialise?Join us for SPARCS Saturdays at our bespoke centre in Whitley Bay!

Our sessions are child led, free flow and supported by qualified, experienced staff all fully DBS checked. We create an inclusive environment where young people can be themselves, build confidence and make friends.

💫 Our Space Includes:
Sensory lounge • Gaming zone • Arts & crafts area • Kitchen & tuck shop • Large activity space with pool tables, air hockey, basketball hoops, Lego and more.

🌌 Saturday Sessions

SPARCS Littlins – Sensory Explore Group
🕒 12:30 – 2:00
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Ages 3–8
💷 £8
✨ Spaces available places are limited

SPARCS Junior Youth Club
🕒 3:00 – 4:30
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Ages 8–11
💷 £4.50
✨ Spaces available

SPARCS Senior Youth Club
🕒 5:00 – 7:00
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Ages 11–16
💷 £4.50
⚠️ Limited spaces

SPARCS Young Adults Group
🕒 7:15 – 9:15
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Ages 16+
💷 £4.50
⚠️ Limited spaces

📍 Location:
Home of SPARCS
4 Station Road
Whitley Bay
NE26 2RA

ℹ️ Important Info:
• All Saturday sessions are drop-off sessions (young people attend without parents/carers).
• Extra support can be provided for those who would like it/need it.
• No membership fee – just the session cost.
• Siblings and friends are welcome.

📩 Booking is essential
Email: [email protected] to book or for more information.

Come and be part of a supportive community ♾️

14/08/2026

Our fantastic SPARCS SUPERNOVA inclusive inline hockey team played their first in house tournament yesterday. Hosted by Northern Edge Sports and special guests Shaun and Ollie from the Whitley Warriors 🏒 Well done everyone
Thanks to our players and their families, Special thanks to Paul and team from Northern Edge Sports and to Ollie and Shaun.
Thank you to our staff and volunteers for making this possible ❤️

https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/family-kids-news/gallery/inline-hockey-tournament-newcastles-walker-34457034?fbclid=IwdGRzaATsXiNjbGNrBOxeCHBkb2YFZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMzUwNjg1NTMxNzI4AAEefTGyPBhsUTQGWAiPCSUeU6wy9GeafuTJFw33N5dIkyU9KdJbjMcJL-k1zw8_aem_aslhzWaAf9XXSllJdWm62A

A one-of-a-kind inline hockey tournament took place at the Walker Dome on Thursday

11/08/2026

We’re excited to share SPARCS Supernova’s first in house inline hockey tournament! 🏒 🌠

SPARCS Supernova is a mixed ability, neurodivergent team built around a simple belief: everyone has opportunity to take part, play and feel valued.

We’re incredibly proud that SPARCS Supernova is person focused. We celebrate each player as an individual, recognising their strengths, achievements, confidence and progress, while also helping everyone experience the fun and sense of belonging that comes from being part of a team.

There’s no pressure to fit into a particular mould. With a relaxed coaching style, lots of encouragement and support at each player’s own pace, we want to provide a gentle pathway into inline hockey. Whether someone is completely new to the sport or already has experience, everyone gets a meaningful chance to play and contribute.

Our players practice every week at the Northern Edge rink at the Walker Dome, giving them the opportunity to build their skills, confidence and friendships in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Our tournament is about much more than winning. It’s about confidence, friendships, teamwork, development and celebrating what every individual brings to SPARCS Supernova.

“Different. Not less.”

Different abilities. One team. Everyone gets a chance to play.

Come along, cheer us on and help us celebrate our players! 🏒🌠

Thursday, August 13th at 10:30am.

For more information about becoming part of SPARCS Supernova and our relaxed, supportive introduction to inline hockey, email us at:

[email protected]
[email protected]

28/05/2026

We are exited to welcome back the Pop up Lego & Pokemon Shop. They will be set up in the main entrance again today tomorow and Saturday 😃
SPARCS sessions will be running as usual ❤️

05/05/2026

SPARCS Littlins

Sensory play + explore session
Wednesdays
10:30- 12
Saturdays 12:30-2
Children aged 3-8 years
Cost - £8 per child
This is a session where parents can drop off their child.

Small group size, high adult to child ratio.
All staff are Enhanced DBS registered and session is lead by qualified early years staff.
This session will be free flow and lead by the children.

Booking is essential and places are limited
Please drop us an email at [email protected] for more info or to book in

29/04/2026

29/04/2026

Looking for a cleaner for a one off deep clean of the hallway at the main entrance to SPARCS, including carpet. At our building in Whitley Bay. Paid work must be available Wednesday or Thursday this week.

Also

Looking for a painter for a job this week. Paid work

We would rather have someone from our community so wanted to reach out here first ❤️ please email [email protected] for more info if you are available

Thanks

27/04/2026

Special thanks to Premier Value Centre Shiremoor for the kind donation of chocolate towards our tombola at our Game-A-Thon a few weeks ago
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100004634775080

23/04/2026

A busy day for us at the NTLP Future Focus Event at the Parks. Lovely to meet lots of new people and to spot some of our members, both past and present ♾️

20/04/2026