Unity / Short Breaks
Unity / Short Breaks
When: Mon - Fri, 10am - 4pm
Contact: info@norwood.org.uk

Unity provides a range of short breaks that enable disabled children and young people to explore new opportunities and have fun whilst broadening their social networks and promoting independence. We provide inclusive play opportunities for children and young people, enabling them to take part in activities and to go out on trips whilst being fully supported by a dedicated and skilled staff team.

We offer holiday schemes and Sunday clubs for children between the ages of 5-11 years and 12-18 years in North West London.

Our fully trained staff team support children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, and complex health needs. They also undertake tube-feeding and administer medication. We are based at the Buckets & Spades Lodge which is fully accessible for wheelchairs, with ceiling track hoists and adapted bathrooms with changing facilities.

The centre also includes:

  • sensory room
  • an adventure playground and outdoor space
  • a soft play room

Unity runs Sunday clubs:

  • 5-11 years Sunday: 10am-1pm
  • 12-18 years Sunday: 2pm-5pm

Unity runs holiday schemes throughout the year during the school holidays, including half terms. We also run additional trips including visits to theme parks, zoos and specialist adventure playgrounds and swimming pools.

    You can contact us

    Email: info@norwood.org.uk

    Phone: 020 8809 8809 (Mon-Thu 9am-5.30pm Fri 9am-1pm)

    Dates/price correct at time of publishing, subject to change without notice.*

    *E&OE

    Financial assistance is available for those who may require it.

    For more information, email info@norwood.org.uk or phone
    020 8809 8809

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do I need to be Jewish to access Children and Family services?

    Our services are primarily aimed at the Jewish community but we will always try and provide support, advice and signposting to anyone who contacts us.

    Where do the children and family services take place?

    We have a children and family centre in Hendon and The Hub in Finchley There is onsite parking available, and all our facilities are accessible with specialist changing facilities and hoist systems in some rooms. Please contact us if you have specific requirements.

    How do I know what groups or sessions are running at the moment?

    Please contact us for details or click here.

    I need some help but I'm not sure which Norwood service I need?

    Please get in touch and one of our team will work with you to understand your needs and work out how we can help.

    Why choose us?

    • Established in 1795, Norwood is the Jewish community’s oldest charity and has had Royal Patronage since 1815.

    • We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives.