Hackney Family Information Service

Free 2 week summer science camp for children in year 9 - year 12 in secondary school.

Neuronauts is an educational outreach programme that teaches students fundamentals in:
engineering
computer science
neuroscience
artificial intelligence

The closing date for applications is 12th June 2026!

More information is on our website: https://www.sainsburywellcome.org/content/neuronauts . The camp is run by staff at the Sainsbury Wellcome Centre and UCL.

More information on: https://www.hackneylocaloffer.co.uk/kb5/hackney/localoffer/service.page?id=_KuYdVkLBVk&familychannel=1_7

Keeping your little one safer can feel overwhelming - especially when there’s so much to think about. 🦺

From sleep to feeding to everyday routines, Anya offers clear, judgement-free guidance and support to help you make informed choices.

Free and available 24/7, whenever you need reassurance most.

https://anya.health/

Save the date: Child Safety Week 2026 runs from Monday 1st to Sunday 7th June.

Child Safety Week is the Child Accident Prevention Trust’s annual community education campaign, acting as a catalyst for thousands of safety conversations and activities UK-wide.

We help families build confidence and skills in managing the real risks to children’s safety.

We want all children to have the freedom to grow and learn, safe from serious harm.

https://capt.org.uk/child-safety-week/

Summer term programmes - Hackney Youth Hubs

Forest Road Youth Hub: 29 Forest Road, Dalston, E8 3BY, 020 8356 2200, [email protected]
The Edge Youth Hub – 7 Woodberry Grove, Woodberry Down, N4 1SN, 020 8356 1063, [email protected]

Young Carers – Forest Road Youth Hub, E8 3BY & The Edge Youth Hub, N4 1SN

Many young people don’t see themselves as young carers. However, if you are looking after someone with a disability, long-term physical illness, mental health condition, or drug and alcohol problems, then we can help.

Visit one of our young carer groups:
Forest Road Youth Hub, E8 3BY: Wednesdays from 4-6pm – Homework space, Wednesdays from 6-8pm – Cooking activities, plus more.
The Edge Youth Hub, N4 1SN: Tuesdays from 3.10-5.30pm – Activities, games, and more!

All young people are required to have a Young Hackney membership to attend sessions. If you have submitted a membership form in the past, this does not need to be submitted again.

More information:
https://www.younghackney.org/news-post/2026/summer-term-programmes/

Henry Healthy Families Free Programme!

Scan QR code to sign up and for more information

Mondays 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
From 1 June 2026 - 16 July 2026

Check out the triathlon timetable!

Triathlon session 2 happening tomorrow (30 May)

Happening every month and they are free to attend, some more information:

We are running a free family triathlon programme for young people and their families during the May half-term (and runs til September). The programme focuses on promoting physical activity, wellbeing, and family bonding, while creating a fun and inclusive environment for participants of all abilities.

Alongside the triathlon activities (including running and cycling), we will also be offering a range of holistic workshops, such as art and crafts, poetry, yoga, fermenting, and nutrition sessions. These are designed to support creativity, wellbeing, and healthy lifestyles for the whole family.

Set in Fawcett Estate, Clapton Common, this energetic session combines running, cycling, and playful activities in a safe and supportive environment for children of all abilities.

Families can take part together. Parents are welcome to run with buggies or cycle with younger children.

Outdoor sessions take place monthly at:
- Clapham Common (running)
- Springfield Park (cycling)

The triathlon challenge is FREE to join and includes:
- Monthly run and cycling sessions
- Graduation celebration
- Priority access to workshops

Workshops are optional and priced individually. Spaces are limited!

Free books for children aged 0 - 4 years old!

Register to get your free books through the Imagination library!

https://imaginationlibrary.com/uk/affiliate/HACKNEY/

Under 18 month sessions at Comet Childrens Centre

Check out Hackney councils Our Journey, Birth to Five resource!

More information here: https://education.hackney.gov.uk/content/your-childs-journey-birth-five

Check out the yoga and zumba workshop

30 May - scan the QR code for more information!