Our Commitment
North Smethwick Development Trust (NSDT) wants to work with our community to bring young people together through meaningful and fun activities which promote good mental health, provides a greater understanding and respect of people of different ages heritage within our diverse community and to develop their own personal aspirational plan and help them to reach their goals.
- Directly support young people to develop their social, emotional and spiritual skills and build their confidence by providing programmes of activities, services and facilities at Brasshouse Community Centre.
- Ensure that young people actively participate and that their ideas contribute fully in the planning, delivery and evaluation of sessions, projects and activities.
- To devise, plan, directly deliver and co-ordinate a team of staff and volunteers to deliver a high-quality youth programme that is safe, innovative, challenging and responds positively to the diverse needs, concerns and interests of our community.
- To develop and facilitate educational workshops for and with young people.
What's on at the Centre for Children & Young People
Join up to our Holiday Activities & Food (HAF) Summer Camp at Brasshouse
Join our experienced play team and take part in our Brasshouse Summer Fun Camp. We offer a universal primary (5–11), and SEND inclusive (non complex needs).
Our provision offers an exciting, fun-filled experience for children designed to keep them active, engaged, and creative during the holidays. Each week features a variety of themed and free to choose activities including sports, arts and crafts, water safety activities, STEM and team games alongside indoor and outdoor play opportunities. There will be some off site trips alongside our carefully planned schedule to ensure that every child can explore new interests while building confidence and making new friends in a safe, welcoming environment.
For our SEND children, we aim to keep activities flexible and, adaptable. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer spaces to children with Complex Needs, one to one support or personal care. However, if we find that we are not able to make the reasonable adjustments necessary, we will support the family to find alternative suitable provision through the HAF Team.
- Families with children receiving benefit-related free school meals will have received an email or text with their voucher codes and booking links
- A fantastic range of free holiday activities and nutritious meals is available across Sandwell
- More providers and sessions are continually being added, so keep checking for new opportunities!
- Browse all activities and find out more at https://orlo.uk/qFJbo
- Places can fill up quickly, so we encourage families to book as soon as possible to secure their preferred sessions.
- If you haven’t received your HAF codes, please contact the Sandwell HAF team directly at haf_sandwell@sandwell.gov.uk
Grassroots Play Programme
Thanks to funding from Sandwell Council and the Go Play Team, there are lots of great, exciting activities planned for children and young people here at the Brasshouse Community Centre. Our FREE play activities are a brilliant way to try new things, make new friends and learn new skills.
Join our experienced play team and take part in a range of free activities for children and their families to choose from such as arts & crafts, multi-sports, board games, table tennis, STEM activities inc slime making
Snacks and refreshments available
Visit www.nsdt.org.uk or call 0121 555 5672 for more information
Stay for a short time or stay for a long time – All are welcome
Sandwell Family Hubs Stay & Play Sessions
Thanks to support from Sandwell Family Hubs, we are pleased to offer a weekly stay and play session for pre-school aged children, toddlers and babies.
Looking for a fun and engaging activity for your little ones? Our Stay & Play sessions offer a safe and welcoming environment for children to explore, play, and socialise. Enjoy sensory play, arts and crafts, story time, and much more! No booking necessary, just show up. Families will be allowed entry on a first-come-first-basis.
Suitable for:
- New parents (Mom’s and Dads)
- Families with toddlers
- Childminders
Snacks and refreshments available
Visit www.nsdt.org.uk or call 0121 555 5672 for more information
Stay for a short time or stay for a long time – All are welcome
Free Family Multisport and Play Activity Sessions.
With thanks to Funding by Enfinium, we are delighted to work with partners Powered by Can to deliver a FREE family based Multi-Sport and Play Programme, every Tuesday between 3.30pm and 5.00pm.
Join our experienced sports and play partners and take part in a range of free multi-sports and team games, designed to keep you active here at the Brasshouse Community Centre, Brasshouse Lane, Smethwick, B66 1BA
Visit www.nsdt.org.uk or call 0121 555 5672 for more information
Stay for a short time or stay for a long time – all are welcome
SeaVenturers is an exciting new programme from Sea Cadets, designed to bring confidence-boosting, nautical-themed adventures to even more young people.
For Young People (Ages 9–11)
SeaVenturers gives you the chance to:
Build confidence, resilience and valuable life skills
- Make new friends and feel part of a team
- Learn fun and practical skills like navigation, morse code, and more
- It’s all about discovering your potential through fun, hands-on activities and teamwork.
The Smethwick Group is
- Every Monday evening 6.30pm to 8.00pm
- Brasshouse Community Centre, Brasshouse Lane, Smethwick, Sandwell, B66 1BA
- Contact Denise Harvey by email on seaventurers@ms-sc.org or contact her mobile on 07402 776982
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