Community

ng homes was established in 1976 as a community controlled housing association, originally formed by a group of residents with the aim to protect and improve tenements in their area of Springburn and to start building a new future.

Over the years the Association has seen much change and during this time has built a strong reputation for serving people and our communities.

Our community pages contain information and links to support our communities to flourish and prosper. From educational and training opportunities to family-friendly events, find out about what's happening in your community, including support and wellbeing resources, information on ng homes' and community events and opportunities to have your say.

Follow our What's On guide for the latest events taking place in and around North Glasgow.

Get in touch

Learn more about events or get in touch to be part of ngVoices. You can reach our Community team on 0141 630 4254, email us on mycommunity@nghomes.net or complete our contact form.

Community Voice

Learn to Cycle

Learn to Cycle returns from Sunday 6 September with 2 classes running weekly 10am - 11am at Springburn Sports Centre (10 Kay St).

Learn to cycle through a playful programme.

Sessions:

Learn to Ride: 3-6 years of age (balance bikes)
Bike Confidence: 7-11 years of age (can ride a pedal bike)

Bikes and helmets are provided - experienced instructors are on hand to help share the skills and confidence to ride a bike.

Booking is recommended as spaces are limited. To save your space, please email mycommunity@nghomes.net or call 07967 575327.

Training and Employment Opportunities

Interested in hair/beauty or learning how to cook? Looking to learn more about VR or gain digital skills? Head along to the Community and Youth Hub at Glasgow Kelvin College's Springburn Campus runs Tuesday/Thursday from 5pm - 7.30pm.

Sessions are for families, adults and young people - please note primary 1-6 pupils must be accompanied by an adult.

Join at any time - sessions run throughout college term times.

For more information, email communitylearning@glasgowkelvin.ac.uk

Partick Thistle Charitable Trust - Thistle Enterprise Programme

This is a 6-week programme based at Firhill Stadium, designed to help young people explore entrepreneurship, develop business ideas and learn from industry professionals in a friendly and supportive environment.

The programme offers young people the opportunity to:

Explore entrepreneurship and develop their own business ideas
Learn practical business and enterprise skills
Hear from industry professionals and successful entrepreneurs
Build confidence, make connections and work with others
Explore how to turn a passion for sport into a business, potentially even creating their own sports club!

Starting: Week beginning 27th October

Location: Firhill Stadium

Duration: 6 weeks, running 3 days per week: Tue-Wed-Thu, 10am–3pm

To sign up, please complete the Thistle Enterprise & Employability Programme – Enrolment Form

Driving Theory Test Classes for Beginners

Hosted by Springburn Unity Network

Lessons on road signs, rules and safe driving
Practice mock tests
Tips and more

Please note these sessions require a minimum level of English proficiency.

Sessions every Friday from 11am - 12:30pm at the Springburn Unity Network (Springburn Shopping Centre, 230 Springburn Way, G21 1TS)

Sun Driving Theory Class

English Classes and Conversation Cafés

Build your confidence, improve your English, and connect with others in your community. Our ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes are a great way to develop your language skills in a welcoming and supportive environment. Sessions are run by qualified tutors in partnership with Rosemount Lifelong Learning.

Beginners English Class: Saturdays | 10.00am to 12.00pm, Ron Davey Enterprise Centre, 10 Vulcan Street, G21 4BP
Pre-Intermediate Class: Thursdays | 6.30pm to 8.30pm, Ron Davey Enterprise Centre, 10 Vulcan Street, G21 4BP

✅ Qualified ESOL tutors ✅ Friendly learning environment ✅ Limited spaces available

To register, contact us: 📞 0141 560 6000 📧 mycommunity@nghomes.net - please include details about which level you are interested in.

Community Support/Advice

Glasgow North West Citizens Advice Bureau are hosting drop-in sessions Thursdays between 9:30am - 12:30pm at Possilpark Parish Church Hall. Support is also available by appointment - call 0141 948 0204 or email advice@gnwcab.org.uk

Springburn Parent Power

What path would you like to see your child take after high school?

Further and higher education can help your child reach their dream job. Join Springburn Parent Power to connect with your community, education experts and co-design activities that support young people. Receive university visits, expert guidance sessions, and supportive workshops.

In this meeting, Amanda Baldwin (Strathclyde University) will speak about applying to universities and widening access opportunities. Discussion will also cover what specific community support is available in Springburn to help parents and families. There will also be food provided!

Meeting times: 6-8pm Tuesday 3 November 2026, Balgrayhill Community Centre

Family Support - North Glasgow area

Home Start Glasgow North and North Lanarkshire are running family sessions weekly from their Maryhill Hub (Maryhill Community Centre).

For more information or to book a space, please contact direct on 07743 238148 or email info@homestartgnnl.org.uk

Activities are based around healthy eating, arts and crafts, music, singing and storytelling, and are focused on parent- child attachment and relationship-building. The Peep group, for families with children aged 0-24months, helps to support early learning through play, songs, stories and simple everyday activities.

Learn more about Home Start Glasgow North and North Lanarkshire online.

Home Start Family Group Maryhill - open to parents/carers welcome along with children aged 0-5 years.

Sessions runs Thursdays 10am-11:30am at the Maryhill Community Centre (Home Start Hub) located at 35 Avenuepark Street, G20 8TS.

Home Start Growing Together with peep - supporting parents and children to learn together.

Sessions run Thursdays 1-2:30pm and are open to parents/carers along with children aged 0-2 years.

HomeStart and Lifelink are offering wellbeing sessions weekly on Mondays. Sessions will run 10.30am - 11.30am at the HomeStart Early Years Hub (35 Avenuepark Street, Maryhill, G20 8TS).

Registration is recommended - sign up for sessions online at Lifelink Well Being Classes. For more information, please email info@homestart.org.uk

Glasgow Life Youth Work - Glasgow's Youthbank

Interested in helping decide which youth activities and projects receive funding? Glasgow's Youthbank are looking for young people aged 12 till 18 to get involved.

You’ll work alongside others from the North East, North West and South of the city, learning how to assess ideas and choose which projects move forward.

You’ll have the opportunity to shape this brand new initiative from the very beginning. Once your group is established, young people from across the city will apply to you for funding to bring their ideas to life.

It’s a chance to create real change in your community while empowering other young people to develop and grow.

Learn more online through Glasgow Life. Recruitment is open throughout June, with training starting over the summer."

Young Person Activities Survey

Glasgow Life are looking for feedback to help the team provide better provisions designed especially for young people aged 12-18 with additional supports needs.

They are looking for feedback from groups and individuals to make sure Glasgow Life offers programmes that work for the young person.

Follow the survey link or scan the QR code on the poster to take part.

Community Activities

Glasgow Life - Stories & Play in your Library

Get to know your local library through stories and play with your little one.

For babies up to 18 months:

Join interactive story sessions filled with songs and rhymes.

For toddlers up to 4 years:

Enjoy themed play and craft sessions inspired by favourite stories.

Find out more on the Glasgow Life website.

Health and Wellbeing

Glasgow Life are delivering Additional Support Needs play sessions across the city. These sessions are perfect for children and families looking for a fun and safe way to be more active.

Sessions are £2.50 per child.

Saturday 9.30-11.30am Glasgow Club Donald Dewar
Sunday 10-12noon Tollcross International Swimming Centre
Sunday 2-4pm Glasgow Club Palace of Art

Book via the Glasgow Club app or call the chosen venue directly.

Funding Opportunities

Fundinh support is available from the Allied Vehicles Charitable Trust for local charities and community projects in the North Glasgow area.

Who can apply:

Projects focussed on improving lives, reducing hardship and building a stronger local community
Local charities and organisations that support Possilpark and the wider North Glasgow communit

To apply: visit the website at https://alliedvehiclesgroup.com/apply-here

If you would like further information about the Allied Vehicles Charitable Trust before applying, please email charity@alliedvehicles.co.uk