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NEW HORIZON SUNDERLAND
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  • About us
  • Our Services
    • COMMUNITY IMPACT
    • BAME VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS
    • KIDS ACTIVITIES
    • IT WORKSHOP
    • CULTURAL HERITAGE
    • IMMIGRATION ADVICE
    • HEALTH & WELLBEING
    • EMPLOYMENT & ENTERPRISE
    • EDUCATION & TRAINING
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KIDS ACTIVITIES

Designed to be fun, educative, and develop kids age 6 - 16

Therapeutic Support & Mental Wellbeing

 

We provide access to trained counsellors and mental health professionals for young people experiencing emotional stress, trauma, or displacement.  Safe spaces to talk, heal, and grow emotionally.  Support includes 1-on-1 sessions, group support, and resilience building.  By securing funding for dedicated mental health professionals, we offer consistent therapeutic support to help young people process emotions, develop coping strategies, and foster mental resilience.

 

Creative & Artistic Activities

 

  • Arts & Crafts Workshops
    Collage making, clay modelling, origami, seasonal crafts (e.g., Christmas ornaments).
     
  • Painting Days
    Easel painting, finger painting, or mural projects (great for group collaboration).
     
  • DIY Puppet Making + Puppet Show
     
  • Storybook Illustration Day
     

Educational Activities

 

  • STEM Challenge Days
    Build a bridge from straws, create a simple volcano,  run a paper airplane contest with lessons on aerodynamics.
     
  • Story Time + Literacy Games
    Read-aloud sessions followed by vocabulary bingo, storytelling, cultural heritage activities..
     
  • Mini Science Fair
    Kids do simple experiments and present their findings.
     
  • Math & Puzzle Games Day
    Sudoku, logic puzzles, or scavenger hunts with math clues.


  • Musical Instrument Training: Unlock your musical potential with our expert-led Musical Instrument Training! Whether you're a complete beginner, a passionate hobbyist, or an advanced musician looking to refine your skills, our tailored lessons are designed to meet you where you are and help you grow. 🎹 Instruments We Teach: Piano / Keyboard, Guitar (Acoustic, Electric, Bass), Violin, Drums & Percussion, Flute, Saxophone, Tabla / Indian Classical Instruments, and more!
     
  • 🧑‍🏫 What Makes Our Training Unique:
  • Experienced Instructors: Learn from passionate musicians with years of teaching and performance experience.
     
  • Personalized Lessons: One-on-one or small group sessions tailored to each student’s pace and learning style.
     
  • Flexible Scheduling: Weekday and weekend slots available, including online and in-person options.
     
  • Performance Opportunities: Regular recitals and events to showcase your progress and build confidence.
     
  • Music Theory & Ear Training: Build a strong foundation in music literacy and listening skills.
     
  • 👦 For All Ages: We welcome students of all ages—from children taking their first musical steps to adults pursuing a lifelong passion.

Physical Activities & Games

  • Obstacle Course 


  • Mini Olympics
     
  • Dance & Movement Workshops
    From hip-hop to cultural dance sessions.
     
  • Outdoor Nature Scavenger Hunt
     
  • Parachute Games 


  • Team Relays

Cultural Heritage Engagement

 

 We engage communities with cultural heritage through immersive storytelling, dynamic campaigns, and vibrant festivals, both online and in person. 

Vocational Training & Career Advice, and Leadership Development, Social & Emotional Learning

 We provide holistic youth mentorship focused on life skills, vocational training, career guidance, and leadership development. Our programs support career exploration and future planning through “Dream Big” career talks by diverse professionals, job shadowing and work experience placements, college and university readiness sessions, and scholarship application support. We also build confidence and leadership through public speaking and debate clubs, emotional intelligence and teamwork workshops, conflict resolution training, youth leadership councils, and peer mentoring initiatives.

Our entrepreneurship and financial literacy programs empower young people through the Teenpreneurs Program, where they learn business ideation, product design, and pitching. Youth also participate in young entrepreneur markets to sell handmade products and attend budgeting and saving workshops through our “Money Smart Youth” initiative.

To nurture creativity and self-expression, we offer a range of creative arts and talent discovery programs, including art, music, dance, spoken word, drama, storytelling clubs, and photography projects. We showcase youth talent through events such as the Talent Showcase, Young Voices Festival, and the “My Life Through My Lens” visual storytelling project, Kindness Challenge Week: Each day, kids do a small act of kindness. Feelings Charades: Helps kids recognize and name emotions, All About Me" Poster Sessions: Builds self-esteem and communication skills.
 

Drama & Role-Play Activities

 

  • Mini Theater Production or Skit Night
     
  • Costume Dress-Up & Storytelling
     
  • "What Would You Do?" Role-Playing for Social Skills
     

Wellness & Mindfulness

 

  • Kid-Friendly Yoga Sessions
     
  • Mindfulness & Breathing Games
     
  • Healthy Cooking or Smoothie Making Class
     

Mother & Child Activities

 

  • Mom & Me Craft Time
    Make memory boxes, handprint art, or friendship bracelets.
     
  • Cooking Together
    Simple no-bake treats or healthy snacks made together.
     
  • Mother-Child Yoga or Dance
    Gentle movement and stretching together.
     
  • Storytelling Circle
    Moms share stories from their childhood; kids can draw or act them out.
     
  • Photo Booth + Scrapbook Making
    Take pictures of moms and children, then decorate scrapbook pages together.
     

Mentorship & Role Model Engagement

  We provide 1-on-1 and group mentorship with professionals, artists, and alumni  “Inspiration Series” and we do monthly talks with individuals who overcame odds  Peer support circles to build resilience and confidence
 

Outing, Outdoor & Playground Activities

  • Playground Games Rotation
    Set up zones for swings, slides, seesaws, and structured games like freeze tag.
     
  • Obstacle Course
    Tires, cones, crawling under ropes, and balance beams — scalable for all ages.
     
  • Nature Scavenger Hunt
    Collect leaves, find animal tracks, or check off nature items from a list.
     
  • Water Play Day (seasonal)
    Sprinklers, sponge toss, water balloons (supervised and safety-approved).
     
  • Treasure Hunt / Pirate Adventure Day
    Outdoor clue-following game with maps and hidden “treasure” prizes.
     
  • Parachute Games
    Giant parachutes for group games like “popcorn” or “cat and mouse.”
     

STEM & Digital Skills Programs / IT Workshop

Beginner IT Sessions (Ages 5–8)

 

We offer a wide range of digital and creative services and programs, including graphics, design, animation, video editing, desktop publishing, and digital media production such as podcasting and video creation. Our support also covers Microsoft Workspace, job applications, CV creation, social media management, smartphone usage, and online safety and cybersecurity awareness. We run coding camps, robotics clubs, game development workshops, tech challenges, hackathons, and the Code4Change Youth Innovation Day to inspire young innovators. 

 

  • Basic Computer Skills
    Using a mouse and keyboard, opening simple programs (paint, notepad).
     
  • Typing Games & Keyboard Fun
    Fun platforms like BBC Dance Mat Typing or Typing Club.
     
  • Digital Art Class
    Use apps like Tux Paint or Kleki to draw and save pictures.
     
  • Safe Internet Use & Online Manners
    Age-appropriate internet safety and netiquette using fun cartoons or games (e.g., Google's Be Internet Awesome).
     
  • Build a Story with Slides
    Kids create a digital picture story using PowerPoint or Google Slides.
     
  •  Intermediate IT Sessions (Ages 9–12)
  • Create a Simple Website
    Use beginner tools like Google Sites or Wix for Kids.
     
  • Scratch Coding Club
    Kids learn drag-and-drop programming by creating games or animations.
     
  • Intro to Robotics (with Kits)
    Use kits like LEGO Mindstorms, Bee-Bots, or Micro:bit.
     
  • Basic Graphic Design
    Learn to use Canva to design posters, birthday cards, or social media graphics.
     
  • Online Research Skills
    Teach kids how to search safely, fact-check, and cite sources.
     
  • Family-Friendly Digital Workshops
  • Family Digital Game Night
    Use platforms like Kahoot!, Blooket, or Quizizz for interactive quizzes.
     
  • Build a Family Blog or Photo Journal
    Teach families to create a shared website or digital scrapbook.
     
  • Parents & Kids: Coding Together
    Family pairs work on fun projects in Scratch or Tynker.
     
  • Cyber Safety for Families
    A workshop covering cyberbullying, screen time balance, and security best practices.
     
  • Tech-Free Alternatives Session
    Learn to balance digital life with mindfulness and offline activities.
     
  • Tech Explorers Day: A fun mix of games, robotics, and internet safety.
     
  • Digital Storytelling Week: Children create their own digital books or animations.
     
  • Family App Discovery: Show families free, educational apps for learning and fun.


 

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Literacy and Numeracy Training

Literacy and Numeracy Training

Literacy and Numeracy Training

We provide literacy and numeracy support for both younger and older children, helping them build strong reading, writing, and math skills at every stage of their learning. 

 

Personal Growth

Literacy and Numeracy Training

Literacy and Numeracy Training

 

 We support youth wellness, health, and personal growth through a wide range of engaging and holistic services. Aside the academic support which includes literacy and numeracy classes, personal development is encouraged through musical instrument training, sports such as football and rugby, and health and wellbeing activities. We promote emotional wellness through mindfulness exercises, journaling, mental health check-ins, and self-esteem building workshops like our “I Am Enough” series.

We also provide essential care and support by supplying food, clothing, and hygiene essentials, offering youth visits, and providing kid care for younger children and families in need. Our services ensure young people feel safe, supported, and respected.

Digital wellbeing is promoted through social media literacy sessions, while a strong sense of community is built through youth volunteering, peer mentoring, and fun, kid-friendly games and cultural activities. We offer career referrals, life guidance, and a safe space where youth can build friendships, express themselves, and develop leadership skills.

To foster social inclusion, we help youth connect with peers, take part in group activities, and grow into confident, active members of their community.  

Additional Support Services include cultural learning and heritage education, parent involvement in youth and family development, and information, advice, and guidance on navigating social issues and UK systems. Other services includes;

 

  • World Cultures Day Kids “travel” to different countries through food, crafts, and stories.  
  • Community Clean-Up with Kids Fun and educational: gloves, mini trash bags, and reward badges.  
  • Pen Pal & Drawing Exchange with Another Organization 
  • Intergenerational Day Partner with a senior centre for story-sharing and games.

 

Community Involvement & Youth Advocacy

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We empower young people to become active citizens and change-makers through youth-led community service, social justice, and advocacy initiatives. Our programs include hands-on advocacy projects, civic participation training, and public speaking workshops that equip youth with the confidence and skills to raise their voices on issues that matter.

We also support the development of leadership through the creation of a Youth Advisory Board, giving young people a direct role in shaping our organization’s work and ensuring their voices influence real decisions.

Through youth-led social justice and advocacy campaigns, we foster a sense of purpose, leadership, and responsibility, encouraging young people to stand up, speak out, and take action in their communities.

 

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