Online gaming clubs where neurodivergent young people can play, chat and make friends over the games they love.

Stardew Valley, Animal Crossing & exciting video games for neurodivergent kids.

Q: 🎮 Video Gamers Club (Read More)

👩👧👦 Included in Membership · 🔢 Ages 8-16 · 🕺 Led by Len · 🗓️ Tuesdays, 5pmA club for young people who love games as a medium, not just as something to play, exploring the wider world of games beyond the mainstream.Len streams new and interesting indie games live, and the group chats about recent releases, shares recommendations and talks about what makes a game interesting or different, from mechanics and art styles to storytelling. Young people who make their own games can share and play them with the group too.Meet Mentor Len Len is a biology graduate, gamer and circus enthusiast who moved from Austria to the UK. Len brings genuine curiosity and a relaxed style, helping young people build knowledge and confidence around games culture and creation.

Q: 🕹️Games Social Read More)

👩👧👦 Up to 6 members · 🔢 Ages 8-16 · 🕺 Led by Mivi · 🗓️ Tuesdays, 5pm ·A relaxed, small-group hangout of under six players, focused on social play and shared laughter.We play familiar party games like Jackbox, Gartic Phone and Skribbl.io, which reward creativity and humour rather than competition. Players can join in as much or as little as they like, and chat while they play.Meet Mentor MiviMivi has always loved music and games, and now works in the video-game industry helping online communities connect. She supports inclusion and positive interaction, making this a great option for young people who want to socialise in a calm, friendly setting.

Q: 🌱 Animal Crossing (Read More)

👩👧👦 Up to 7 members · 🔢 · Ages 8-16🕺 Led by Otis · 🗓️ Tuesdays, 6pm ·A gentle gaming group where young people visit islands, decorate spaces and share discoveries, and where creativity makes connecting easier.Members visit each other's islands, design homes and outfits, collect creatures, trade items and talk about their favourite villagers. Activities are shaped by what members enjoy, from showing off creations to relaxed group challenges. Depending on group interest, we may also run small events like mini-games, island tours and hide and seek.The group feels calm, playful and companionable. Members can join shared activities or play independently alongside the group, using voice, text chat or in-game actions. There's no pressure to be chatty, as Animal Crossing provides plenty to do together while friendships develop naturally.Meet Mentor OtisOtis is a graphic design student from the North of England whose biggest special interests are art and anything crafty, from mandala art to running an Etsy shop. A lifelong gamer and huge Animal Crossing fan, Otis also volunteers at a pet shelter and fosters cats, and brings that same calm, caring energy to the group, so every island visit feels relaxed and welcoming.

Q: 🏡 Stardew Valley (Read More)

👩👧👦 Up to 7 members · 🔢 Ages 8-16 · 🕺 Led by Mivi · Wednesdays, 6pmA cosy, low-pressure club for up to six gentle gamers to farm, fish, explore, chat and build friendships together in Pelican Town.Players share a farm, explore the town and take part in activities like farming, fishing and decorating, all at their own pace. The focus is on connection and enjoyment, rather than challenge or competition.The slow pace and predictable rhythm of the game make it ideal for young people who love cosy games and gentle interaction. Meet Mentor MiviMivi works in the video-game industry helping online communities connect and on Monday afternoons, she brings a warm, welcoming style and a love of imaginative worlds. Mivi helps guide collaboration and conversation, so everyone feels included and comfortable taking part.

Our gaming clubs are all about playing together and connection. Each week they'll play, chat and share favourites, in sessions run by neurodivergent facilitators who genuinely love games. Everything happens in a calm, low-demand space, at their own pace and supported by 100% neurodivergent mentors who get it.

Try 4 sessions for £40

✔ No diagnosis needed

✔ Camera optional

✔ Small consistent groups

✔ Safe, secure private server

✔ ND mentors who 'get it'

✔ Low-demand PDA-friendly

✔ Support for EBSA kids

✔ EOTAS/EHCP fundable

✔ Combine with 1-2-1 mentoring

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What parents say

" The clubs have been such a great thing for my ND child. The fact that all the facilitators are ND and great role models helps too. Just a brilliant, inclusive space. So glad we gave it a try. "

" My daughter said that everyone was nice and understanding and had similar difficulties and challenges. It meant she could relate to. She especially liked that it was run by neurodivergent adults. "

" It's so hard to find a small group of people who 'get it'. The warmth and care in the session was wonderful. "

Activities everyone can get involved with

Common games we play in our Gaming clubs

Quizzes & Polls

Young people answer on their screen, so they can join in without speaking, and many love seeing how everyone else answered. There's no pressure to get anything right.

Jackbox Games

A multiplayer games platform designed for remote gaming

Gartic Phone

This is a drawing version of the telephone game. Nobody needs to be good at drawing, because the funnier the drawing, the better.

Skribble.io

Players take turns drawing a word while everyone else races to guess it in the chat. It's quick and easy to pick up, and there's no talking needed at all.

Choose your Club

👩‍👧‍👦 Included in Membership · 🔢 Ages 8-16 · 🕺 Led by Len · 🗓️ Tuesdays, 5pmA club for young people who love games as a medium, not just as something to play, exploring the wider world of games beyond the mainstream.Len streams new and interesting indie games live, and the group chats about recent releases, shares recommendations and talks about what makes a game interesting or different, from mechanics and art styles to storytelling. Young people who make their own games can share and play them with the group too.Meet Mentor Len Len is a biology graduate, gamer and circus enthusiast who moved from Austria to the UK. Len brings genuine curiosity and a relaxed style, helping young people build knowledge and confidence around games culture and creation.

👩‍👧‍👦 Up to 6 members · 🔢 Ages 8-16 · 🕺 Led by Mivi · 🗓️ Tuesdays, 5pm ·A relaxed, small-group hangout of under six players, focused on social play and shared laughter.We play familiar party games like Jackbox, Gartic Phone and Skribbl.io, which reward creativity and humour rather than competition. Players can join in as much or as little as they like, and chat while they play.Meet Mentor MiviMivi has always loved music and games, and now works in the video-game industry helping online communities connect. She supports inclusion and positive interaction, making this a great option for young people who want to socialise in a calm, friendly setting.

👩‍👧‍👦 Up to 7 members · 🔢 · Ages 8-16🕺 Led by Otis · 🗓️ Tuesdays, 6pm ·A gentle gaming group where young people visit islands, decorate spaces and share discoveries, and where creativity makes connecting easier.Members visit each other's islands, design homes and outfits, collect creatures, trade items and talk about their favourite villagers. Activities are shaped by what members enjoy, from showing off creations to relaxed group challenges. Depending on group interest, we may also run small events like mini-games, island tours and hide and seek.The group feels calm, playful and companionable. Members can join shared activities or play independently alongside the group, using voice, text chat or in-game actions. There's no pressure to be chatty, as Animal Crossing provides plenty to do together while friendships develop naturally.Meet Mentor OtisOtis is a graphic design student from the North of England whose biggest special interests are art and anything crafty, from mandala art to running an Etsy shop. A lifelong gamer and huge Animal Crossing fan, Otis also volunteers at a pet shelter and fosters cats, and brings that same calm, caring energy to the group, so every island visit feels relaxed and welcoming.

👩‍👧‍👦 Up to 7 members · 🔢 Ages 8-16 · 🕺 Led by Mivi · Wednesdays, 6pmA cosy, low-pressure club for up to six gentle gamers to farm, fish, explore, chat and build friendships together in Pelican Town.Players share a farm, explore the town and take part in activities like farming, fishing and decorating, all at their own pace. The focus is on connection and enjoyment, rather than challenge or competition.The slow pace and predictable rhythm of the game make it ideal for young people who love cosy games and gentle interaction. Meet Mentor MiviMivi works in the video-game industry helping online communities connect and on Monday afternoons, she brings a warm, welcoming style and a love of imaginative worlds. Mivi helps guide collaboration and conversation, so everyone feels included and comfortable taking part.

Combine clubs with 1-to-1 mentoring

Many of our young people combine small-group clubs with 1-to-1 mentoring. Some game with their mentors or do creative projects, others explore friendships, neurodivergent experiences and growing up. Our mentors are games designers, server hosts, esports competitors and desginers, so there's a mentor for everyone! We match kids with mentors that share their interests, traits and lived experiences.

WHAT TO EXPECT

How Our Gaming Clubs work

Our gaming clubs are built around playing and talking about games together, which makes it easier to know what to say. Sessions are shaped by what the group wants, so no two weeks are quite the same, and they're shaped over time by the young people who are involved.

Everyone joins however suits them. Cameras can be on or off, and young people can talk on mic, type in the chat, communicate through what they do in-game or just watch. Moving, stimming, fidgeting and ticcing are all welcome, and anyone can switch how they take part at any point.

1 Arrive

We meet on Zoom and start by asking how everyone's feeling and what their energy levels are like. Young people can answer on mic or in the chat, and cameras can stay off.

2 Warm up

A quick question, poll or mini-game gets everyone settled. It gives everyone an easy way in, without needing to think of something to say.

3 Play together

This is the heart of the session. Depending on the club, the group might farm in Pelican Town, visit each other's islands, play party games or watch a new indie game being streamed live.

4 Show and share

Most weeks there's time to show off creations, share recommendations or talk about favourite games. Joining in is optional, and watching counts too.

5 Wrap up

Finish by sharing highlights and collecting ideas for what the group wants to do next time. Members help decide what happens in their club going forwards.

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A community. A place to belong

Friendships at Uncommon

Friendships start in clubs

Belonging is at the heart of everything we do, and for many young people it starts in a club.

A shared game, a regular time, familiar faces week after week.

Over time, usernames become friends, and a shared hobby becomes "these are my people."

Trust grows in our Hub and servers

So friendships can continue beyond club, all members are invited to join our moderated online Community Hub. Here they can take part in club challenges, share images of their latest builds, and create friendships that last.

Monthly Minecraft club members also get access to our private server open 10am-8pm Mon-Sun, so they can keep building and adventuring between sessions.

Friendships In Real Life

When kids want to continue a friendships beyond Uncommon, we connect parents, so you can support friendship building at your pace.

Outside of Uncommon club members game together, visit each other, or meetup at events.

"Some kids in drawing club, who've been here since it began in January 2025, discovered they're all going to Comic Con this weekend!" – Len

MEET THE MENTORS

Meet our club mentors - and role models

Our mentors are:

✔ Relatable young neurodivergent adults

✔ Enthusiastic fans, who love sharing passions

✔ Empathic and supportive role models

✔ Trained in supporting ND young people

✔ DBS-checked and safeguarding trained

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Grace

DnD Camp, Minecraft Camp, Roblox Camp

ADHD, Autism, Sensory Processing Differences

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Fern

ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Sensory Processing Differences

(She/Her)

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Elliot

Minecraft Camp, DnD Camp

ADHD, Autism, Sensory processing differences, Misophonia

(He/Him)

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Mivi

Video Camp, Roblox Camp

ADHD, Dyscalculia, Demand Avoidance, Misophonia

(She/Her)

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Len

Minecraft Camp, Roblox Camp

Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Differences

(They/Them)

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Otis

Minecraft Camp, Creative Camp

AuDHD, Tourettes / Tic

(He/Him)

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Matthew

Minecraft Camp, Video Camp

ADHD, Dylsexia

(He/Him)

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Charli

Transition to Secondary

Autism, ADHD, Dyspraxia, Sensory Processing Difficulties, Misophonia

(They/Them)

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Mekkin

ADHD, Autism, Demand Avoidant, Sensory Processing Differences

(She/Her)

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Lela

Transition to Secondary

ADHD, Autism

(She/Her)

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Cassie

Minecraft Camp

Autism, Sensory Processing Differences, Misophonia, ARFID

(She/Her)

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Brian

Minecraft Camp, DnD Camp

ADHD

(He/Him)

Getting Started with Gaming at Uncommon

Joining something new can feel like a big step, for young people and parents alike. Here’s exactly what happens from booking to first session, so there are no surprises. We’ll support you at every stage, and you can email hello@uncommonminds.co.uk any time if something feels tricky.

1. Book your place through the Momence app. We’ll email your setup instructions and server details. Momence is also where you’ll manage bookings and find your Zoom links, which are also emailed to you ahead of sessions.

2. Tell us about your child. New families complete a short intake form. Our mentors read every form before the first session, so your child is welcomed by people who already know a little about them.

3. Book in a quick ID check if you’re new to Uncommon. Every young person completes an intake process and a brief identity check, meaning we know exactly who is in our sessions. If appearing on camera is difficult, we’ll work with families to find an accessible alternative. This step must be completed before your child undertakes their first session.

4. Get the tech set up. Your young person will need Zoom on a laptop, tablet or phone. For Animal Crossing Club, they'll also need the game on a Nintendo Switch with a Nintendo Switch Online membership. For Stardew Valley Club, they'll need the game on their PC. Video Gamers Club and Games Night Social need nothing extra. If you're unsure about Zoom or joining a game, we'll help sort things out before the first session.

5. Join the session. Our mentors will welcome them in, help them understand the rules and support them to find their feet and if there are any challenges, our customer service team are ready to support you and your family.

6. Join the community. Once ID checks are complete, members can keep playing on our private server between sessions, so friendships can carry on beyond session time.

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Pricing and how to join

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Let the people and weekly rhythm become familiar.

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£40/ 4 sessions

Explore different clubs

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Become a member

Find belonging, through familiar peers, mentors and sessions. Get free access to our online community, server access (gaming club members), and community activities.

*Enquire seperately about LA funded pricing

One club each week

Two clubs each week

Three clubs each week

Four clubs each week

Five clubs each week

£50/month

£90/month

£130/month

£165/month

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Begin gently, with mentoring

Try one-to-one mentoring with our neurodivergent mentors. Individual support shaped around interests, needs and capacity. Plus mentors can help young people join and navigate new friendships our small-group clubs. A helping hand when you need one.

Parent-paid mentoring

Funded mentoring

£48/hour

£50+VAT/hour

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

A few things you might be wondering

👩‍👧‍👦 Included in Membership · 🔢 Ages 8-16 · 🕺 Led by Len · 🗓️ Tuesdays, 5pmA club for young people who love games as a medium, not just as something to play, exploring the wider world of games beyond the mainstream.Len streams new and interesting indie games live, and the group chats about recent releases, shares recommendations and talks about what makes a game interesting or different, from mechanics and art styles to storytelling. Young people who make their own games can share and play them with the group too.Meet Mentor Len Len is a biology graduate, gamer and circus enthusiast who moved from Austria to the UK. Len brings genuine curiosity and a relaxed style, helping young people build knowledge and confidence around games culture and creation.

👩‍👧‍👦 Up to 6 members · 🔢 Ages 8-16 · 🕺 Led by Mivi · 🗓️ Tuesdays, 5pm ·A relaxed, small-group hangout of under six players, focused on social play and shared laughter.We play familiar party games like Jackbox, Gartic Phone and Skribbl.io, which reward creativity and humour rather than competition. Players can join in as much or as little as they like, and chat while they play.Meet Mentor MiviMivi has always loved music and games, and now works in the video-game industry helping online communities connect. She supports inclusion and positive interaction, making this a great option for young people who want to socialise in a calm, friendly setting.

👩‍👧‍👦 Up to 7 members · 🔢 · Ages 8-16🕺 Led by Otis · 🗓️ Tuesdays, 6pm ·A gentle gaming group where young people visit islands, decorate spaces and share discoveries, and where creativity makes connecting easier.Members visit each other's islands, design homes and outfits, collect creatures, trade items and talk about their favourite villagers. Activities are shaped by what members enjoy, from showing off creations to relaxed group challenges. Depending on group interest, we may also run small events like mini-games, island tours and hide and seek.The group feels calm, playful and companionable. Members can join shared activities or play independently alongside the group, using voice, text chat or in-game actions. There's no pressure to be chatty, as Animal Crossing provides plenty to do together while friendships develop naturally.Meet Mentor OtisOtis is a graphic design student from the North of England whose biggest special interests are art and anything crafty, from mandala art to running an Etsy shop. A lifelong gamer and huge Animal Crossing fan, Otis also volunteers at a pet shelter and fosters cats, and brings that same calm, caring energy to the group, so every island visit feels relaxed and welcoming.

👩‍👧‍👦 Up to 7 members · 🔢 Ages 8-16 · 🕺 Led by Mivi · Wednesdays, 6pmA cosy, low-pressure club for up to six gentle gamers to farm, fish, explore, chat and build friendships together in Pelican Town.Players share a farm, explore the town and take part in activities like farming, fishing and decorating, all at their own pace. The focus is on connection and enjoyment, rather than challenge or competition.The slow pace and predictable rhythm of the game make it ideal for young people who love cosy games and gentle interaction. Meet Mentor MiviMivi works in the video-game industry helping online communities connect and on Monday afternoons, she brings a warm, welcoming style and a love of imaginative worlds. Mivi helps guide collaboration and conversation, so everyone feels included and comfortable taking part.

That is something we’re very used to supporting. Parents are welcome to stay nearby, listen off-camera or help in the background. Young people can begin by watching and gradually participate as the people and session become more familiar. We also welcome support plushies and pets to sessions. In fact, we really love meeting them!If joining a group currently feels too much, one-to-one mentoring may offer a gentler starting point.

Our clubs are intentionally small and supported - 6-12 children. The majority of our groups support 6-8 young people. We run a small number of 10-12 person groups supported by 2 club leaders. These are for larger team gaming or social sessions where an energetic group experience is enjoyed by kids. We also have plenty of smaller calmer sessions too, so there's something for everyone.Group sizes vary according to the activity and the level of facilitator support, and the expected group size and 'viibe' is shown on each club listing.

Not sure where to start?

Finding the right people can begin with one small, manageable step.

Book a call with our team and we can explore what might work best for your family.

Or tell us what you’re wondering about by email and someone from our team will get back to you.

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Online gaming clubs where neurodivergent young people can play, chat and make friends over the games they love.

Stardew Valley, Animal Crossing & exciting video games for neurodivergent kids.

Jump to: Booking I Choose your club I How clubs work I Friendship support I Setup I Membership I FAQ

Booking

Skip to: Minecraft I Roblox I Other Gaming I Social Clubs I Special Interests I Courses I Mentoring

What parents say

Activities everyone can get involved with

Common games we play in our Gaming clubs

Quizzes & Polls

Jackbox Games

Gartic Phone

Skribble.io

Choose your Club

🎮 Video Gamers Club (Read More)

🕹️Games Social Read More)

🌱 Animal Crossing (Read More)

🏡 Stardew Valley (Read More)

Combine clubs with 1-to-1 mentoring

WHAT TO EXPECT

How Our Gaming Clubs work

1

Arrive

2

Warm up

3

Play together

4

Show and share

5

Wrap up

Jump to: Booking I Club Overviews I How clubs work I Friendships outside clubs I Tech Setup I Pricing I FAQ

A community. A place to belong

Friendships at Uncommon

Friendships start in clubs

Trust grows in our Hub and servers

Friendships In Real Life

MEET THE MENTORS

Meet our club mentors - and role models

Grace

Fern

Elliot

Mivi

Len

Otis

Matthew

Charli

Mekkin

Lela

Cassie

Brian

Getting Started with Gaming at Uncommon

Pricing and how to join

Try a club

Become a member

Begin gently, with mentoring

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

A few things you might be wondering

🎮 Video Gamers Club (Read More)

🕹️Games Social Read More)

🌱 Animal Crossing (Read More)

🏡 Stardew Valley (Read More)

Does my child need a diagnosis?

Do they need to use their camera or microphone?

What if they are very anxious about joining?

How do I know which club will suit them?

How large are the groups?

What happens before they join?

What if the club they want is full?

What if the first club isn’t the right fit?

Can clubs or mentoring be funded through an EHCP, school or local authority?

Not sure where to start?