Gateshead Supporting Children has been operating since December 2002 and works within primary schools in Gateshead with children aged 4 - 11.

Doing well at school in as important factor for the healthy development of children and young people.  However, for a variety of reasons, school may not be the positive learning experience it should be for some children.  This can lead to low self-esteem and lack of confidence which can inhibit learning.  Social and emotional problems will also impact on a child's ability to do well at school.

Gateshead Supporting Children provides early intervention in the form of activities which help develop social, emotional and educational skills, build resilience and promote constructive communication between families and schools which enhance the child's life chances.

Activities include nurture group work, circle time, sibling groups, classroom support, groups aimed specifically at raising boys' achievement, anti-bullying, out of school activities, educational outings and peer massage in schools programme.  The project also organises one-off events such as museum visits to promote family learning.