
After-School Activities & Tutoring in Ponteland
Academic tutoring, swimming, martial arts, tennis and dance, the clubs and coaching that keep Ponteland children busy after school and in the holidays.
Between the schools, the leisure centre and a good crop of local clubs, Ponteland children are well catered for after the school bell goes. Here's a round-up of the tutoring, sport and activity providers based in and around the village, a mix of academic support and things to burn off energy.
Academic tutoring
Kumon Ponteland Study Centre
Kumon Ponteland offers the well-known Kumon maths and English programmes, structured, self-paced worksheets designed to build fluency and confidence, with regular sessions at a local study centre. A popular choice for parents wanting steady academic reinforcement alongside school.
Best for: Structured maths and English tutoring for school-age children.
Swimming
Ponteland Leisure Centre Swim School
The Ponteland Leisure Centre, part of the modern Callerton Lane campus, runs a swim school with lessons across the ability range, from beginners to improvers. Having a proper pool in the village is one of the perks of the 2020 campus rebuild.
Best for: Swimming lessons at the village's own leisure-centre pool.
Martial arts & sport
Northeast Martial Arts
Northeast Martial Arts runs classes for children (and adults) in Ponteland, good for discipline, confidence and fitness.
Best for: Children's and adults' martial-arts classes.
Go Jiu-Jitsu
Go Jiu-Jitsu offers Brazilian jiu-jitsu coaching locally, a growing favourite for kids' self-defence and grappling skills.
Best for: Brazilian jiu-jitsu coaching for children and adults.
Ponteland Lawn Tennis Club
Ponteland Lawn Tennis Club provides tennis coaching for juniors and adults at its village courts, a well-established local club.
Best for: Junior and adult tennis coaching at the village courts.
Dance
Elaine Pygall School of Dancing
The Elaine Pygall School of Dancing offers dance classes for children in the Ponteland area, from the early grades upwards.
Best for: Children's dance classes in Ponteland.
For the full list of local coaches and tutors, browse the Ponteland tutors directory; for schools, see our Ponteland schools guide.
Know a Ponteland club or tutor we should add? Get in touch via our contact page.
Local businesses mentioned
Ponteland Leisure Centre
Callerton Lane, Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE20 9EG
Kumon Ponteland Study Centre
First Floor, 5 Main Street, Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE20 9NJ
Ponteland Lawn Tennis Club
Memorial Hall Complex, Darras Road, Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE20 9NX
Elaine Pygall School of Dancing
Ponteland Memorial Hall, Darras Road, Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE20 9NX
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