Navy blue graphic with the words Kids, not content in white above a gold line, a capped camera resting on grass beside a football, and the North East Sport badge.

Why we deleted eighteen years of photos

October 20, 2026 No Comments

We’ve taken down eighteen years of photos of young people online. Peter Curtis explains why, and what changes for Sunderland families.

Football for kids in Sunderland flyer: sessions five nights a week at Monkwearmouth Academy, boys and girls welcome, first session free

Football for kids in Sunderland: first session free, just come and try it

October 17, 2026 No Comments

Looking for football for your child in Sunderland? We run sessions five nights a week at Monkwearmouth Academy for boys and girls. First session is free, no commitment.

North East Sport half term camps one week to go, ages 4 to 11 with free early drop off and late pick up

One Week to Go Until October Half Term Camps

October 16, 2026 No Comments

One week to October half term and two days have already sold out. Football and multi activity camps in Sunderland for ages 4 to 11, with free drop off from 8am and pick up until 5:30.

Football Foundation pitch inspection 2026 at Monkwearmouth, Sunderland: six grass pitches rated Good or better

Football Foundation Pitch Inspection 2026: Six Pitches, All Good or Better

October 14, 2026 No Comments

All six NESport grass pitches at Monkwearmouth, Sunderland have been rated Good or Advanced in the 2026 Football Foundation pitch inspection.

Years 5 and 6 football training at Monkwearmouth Academy, Sunderland

New football teams for Years 5 and 6: book a free place

October 13, 2026 No Comments

Free Wednesday training for Years 5 and 6, 6pm to 7pm at Monkwearmouth Academy, building towards new teams. Book once, then just come every week.

"half term camps Sunderland at Monkwearmouth Academy

October Half Term Holiday Camps in Sunderland: Book Now

September 22, 2026 No Comments

October half term camps at Monkwearmouth Academy, Sunderland, 26th to 30th October. Ages 4 to 11, 9:30am to 2:30pm, £15 a day. Book now.

Starting School This September? So Is This: Free Reception Football Sessions in Sunderland

August 21, 2026 No Comments

Free all September! Our new Reception development sessions start Monday 21st September at Monkwearmouth Academy, Sunderland. FA qualified coaches, small groups, and a clear pathway into team football.