Families in Jesmond
Things to do with kids, schools, nurseries, tutors, family-friendly events, and local services — everything families need in Jesmond.
Family Guides
Best After-School Clubs in Jesmond
Holiday sports camps, dance and ballet, wraparound care, and swimming lessons -- the best after-school clubs and activities for children in Jesmond.
Find a Tutor in Jesmond
Kumon, First Class Learning, university music tutors, and freelance home tutors -- your guide to finding private tuition in Jesmond.
Best Soft Play Centres Near Jesmond
Hopscotch, Captain Ted's, Round the Twist, and Pizza Dough Co — the best soft play options within easy reach of Jesmond.
Baby & Toddler Groups in Jesmond
Church groups, Hartbeeps, baby swimming, and library rhyme time — parent and toddler groups in Jesmond.
Birthday Party Venues in Jesmond
Mermaid pool parties, pizza making, and trampoline parks — birthday party ideas in and around Jesmond.
A Rainy Day in Jesmond
Seven Stories, BALTIC, Tyneside Cinema, and Jesmond Pool — what to do in Jesmond when it rains.
Best Playgrounds in Jesmond
Jesmond Dene adventure playground, Paddy Freeman's, and Armstrong Park — best play areas in Jesmond.
Skate Parks Near Jesmond
From the concrete bowls at Exhibition Park to indoor warehouses in Gateshead and Jarrow, here are the best skate parks within easy reach of Jesmond.
Best Nurseries in Jesmond
From Montessori forest school to Osborne Road convenience — your guide to the four main nurseries in Jesmond.
Seven Stories: A Guide to the National Centre for Children's Books
Free entry, world-class exhibitions, and one of Newcastle's best independent bookshops — Seven Stories in the Ouseburn is a must-visit for families living in Jesmond.
Swimming in Jesmond
Jesmond Pool is a community-run 25-metre pool saved from closure by local residents — here's everything you need to know about swimming in Jesmond.
School Holidays in Newcastle: Term Dates 2025–2027
The complete guide to Newcastle school term dates, half terms, and holidays for 2025–26 and 2026–27 — including key differences for academies and independent schools.
Free Things to Do in Jesmond
Pet's Corner, parkrun, the Dene, the food market, the library — Jesmond has more free things to do than you might think.
Best Walks from Jesmond
From the Jesmond Dene loop to the Town Moor and the Ouseburn corridor — the best walking routes starting from Jesmond.
Dog-Friendly Jesmond: Walks, Pubs, and Cafes
Jesmond Dene is one of the best dog walks in Newcastle — and there are plenty of dog-friendly pubs and cafes to stop at afterwards.
Upcoming Family Events
View all events →Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors — Northern Stage
10:00 AM · Northern Stage
From £12Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians — Northern Stage
1:00 PM · Northern Stage
From £12Pre-School Day — Life Science Centre
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM · Centre for Life
Little Artists — Laing Art Gallery
10:30 AM · Laing Art Gallery
FREERelaxed Sunday Session — Life Science Centre
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM · Centre for Life
Included with admissionHeritage Train Rides — Stephenson Steam Railway Opening Day
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM · Stephenson Steam Railway
TBCTutors & Classes
Browse all 16 tutors →Local tutors and classes for children and adults in Jesmond.
Schools & Education
Find schools, nurseries, and educational resources in Jesmond. Our education guide covers the local school system, Ofsted ratings, and how to choose the right setting for your child.
Family-Friendly Places
Full directory →Jesmond Pool & Gym
Sports & LeisureCommunity-run swimming pool and gym in the heart of Jesmond. 25-metre pool, learn-to-swim programme, fitness classes, and a small gym. Independent and not-for-profit since 2003.
Jesmond Library
CommunityVolunteer-run community library since 2013, when Newcastle Council closed the original branch. Books to borrow, regular events for children and adults, plus a calm space to read or work.
West Jesmond Primary School
EducationOutstanding-rated state primary school (Ofsted May 2025). National Teaching School. The only state primary in Jesmond. Ages 4–11, ~420 pupils.
Royal Grammar School Newcastle
EducationIndependent co-ed day school founded in 1525 — Newcastle's oldest school. ISI Excellent. Ages 7–18, ~1,200 pupils. Draws from across the region.
Newcastle High School for Girls
EducationIndependent girls' school, part of the Girls' Day School Trust (GDST). ISI Outstanding (January 2024). Ages 3–18, senior and junior sites in Jesmond.
Newcastle Preparatory School
EducationIndependent co-ed prep school. ISI Excellent (2022). Ages 3–11, ~280 pupils. Small, well-regarded, strong pastoral care.
Jesmond Park Academy
EducationState secondary academy in Heaton (formerly Heaton Manor). Ofsted Good (June 2022). Ages 11–18, ~2,080 pupils, 400+ in sixth form. The primary state secondary for Jesmond children.
The Jesmond Nursery
EducationPrivate day nursery on Osborne Road, convenient for central Jesmond families. Ages 0–5.
Plantpots Jesmond
EducationOfsted Outstanding Montessori nursery with forest school activities in the Jesmond Dene grounds. Ages 2–5. Open 7:30am–6pm year-round.