The Very Inclusive Play Club
Supporting the learning and development of children aged nought to six years old who have additional needs and their parents. The group sessions are carefully designed to support each child’s development in a variety of areas. No diagnosis is required. Sessions cost £15.00 per session, though subsidised places are available. The cost should not be a barrier for any family to attend. The group runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays in the eco both at
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The Very Inclusive Play Club - Sensory play and support
A group for babies and toddlers aged nought to three years and their parents, who have additional support needs with reduced mobility. Sessions aim to develop children’s senses with activities that include touch, smell, sight, sound, movement, and body awareness and all-round development. No diagnosis is required. Sessions cost £10.00 per session, though subsidised places are available. The cost should not be a barrier to attend. The group runs on Mondays during term time from 10.30am to 11.30am and Thursdays from 1.00pm to 2.30pm at
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Trees and Seas Outdoor Adventures- Forests for all
A group for primary-aged children with additional support needs and their families, these tailored sessions support independence, language, and social-emotional skills. This inclusive environment welcomes siblings and uses communication strategies like Sign-along and PECs. Sessions are free for families living in postcodes EH16 and EH17 and runs the 2nd Saturday of most months from 10am to 12pm at
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treesandseasoutdooradventures@gmail.com
Deaf Action toddler group
A group for primary-aged children with additional support needs and their families, these tailored sessions support independence, language, and social-emotional skills. This inclusive environment welcomes siblings and uses communication strategies like Sign-along and PECs. Sessions are free for families living in postcodes EH16 and EH17 and runs the 2nd Saturday of most months from 10am to 12pm at
For more information and to book visit the or email
treesandseasoutdooradventures@gmail.com
Jack Kane Community Centre - Inspiring disability group
This is a free family-based fun group for children and young people with additional support needs and their parents, carers and siblings. The group takes place on Saturday mornings between 10 am and 12 pm at
For more information contact
0131 657 1595
The Yard - Early years sessions
Offering support and play sessions for children with disabilities aged nought to five years and their families during term time on Mondays from 10am to 11.30am and Fridays from 10am to 11.30am.
Places need to be booked in advance, limited spaces are available each new term. New members are welcome to have a free taster session. Families using the Yard pay a membership of £8.00 per month and sessions run at
For more information visit or contact
earlyyears@theyardscotland.org.uk
0131 476 4506
Play sense create and explore art
WHALE Arts offers accessible and supportive individual and small group multi-arts sessions for children with additional support needs and their families. Play Sense and Create sessions run for children aged five to 16 years. Sessions run on every other Saturday of the month at
For more information, visit the, or to book a session, contact
Play-Sense-Create@whalearts.co.uk
0131 458 3267
Friday friends
Offering a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children who attend mainstream school and their families. The groups meet monthly and explore different themes through objects, music, art and activities. In partnership with the City of Edinburgh Council Additional Support for Learning team, sessions alternate between The National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh Zoo and Holyrood Palace. Sessions run from 2 pm to 4 pm.
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0131 247 4313
Sensory Sunday National Museum of Scotland
Relaxed sensory sessions for families with children with additional support needs aged five to 10 years. Refreshments are provided and a visual story will be sent by email beforehand. Sessions are free; however, booking is required. Sessions take place on the following dates:
- 7 September 2025 from 2pm to 3pm
- 5 October 2025 from 11am to 12pm and 2pm to 3pm at
National Museum of Scotland
Chambers Street
EH1 1J
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Relaxed magic carpet
Sessions are run by the National Museum of Scotland, introducing children to some of the wonderful objects and themes in the museum in a fun and gentle way through songs, stories, rhymes, actions and sensory play. Session runs from 10.30 am to 11.15 am and 2 pm to 2.45 pm at
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0131 247 4313
Community Inclusive Sports Initiative
Stewart Melville Rugby Football Club and Erskine Stewart’s Melville Schools host an inclusive multi-sports programme for children aged four to 14 years with additional needs or disabilities. Adapted activities including rugby, football and athletics with support provided by sports leaders from the Mary Erskine school on a one-to-one basis. Parents can participate as well as siblings. A buffet lunch is provided after the activities. Booking is essential. The sessions run at
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Whizz-Kidz Scotland
Offering online sessions for young wheelchair users and their families. Sessions include coffee and chatter time, dance and movement, arts and crafts and storytelling. Join the
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02072 336 600
South East Edinburgh - ASN Stay and Play Session
Monthly supported stay and play sessions with dedicated playworkers supporting children aged nought to five years with disabilities or who are neurodivergent and their parents/carers, to help them play and grow in confidence. Due to limited spaces, booking in advance for each session is required. Sessions will run on Tuesdays from 10 am to 11.30am on the following dates:
- 7 October
- 11 November
- 9 December at
To book sessions, contact
0131 661 0890