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DadsWork SCIO is a community project in East Lothian working with fathers and male care givers.
We offer support groups, positive parenting classes, workshops on the role of fathers, home visits, trips and outings.


DadsWork SCIO is a safe place for dads to meet other dads and talk about their experiences.

DadsWork SCIO is supported by East Lothian Council and the National Lottery Community Fund

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What We Offer

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Community

At DadsWork SCIO, we are dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of fathers and their children through fostering a sense of community

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Family Activities

We offer many fun opportunities for families to spend quality time together throughout the year, including a caravan, summer activities, and our legendary Go Mad With Dad

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Support

You can connect with other Dads through our regular meet-ups, chat to a counsellor, or get help and advice on parenting or relationship matters

Connect with our Facebook pages:

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“Kevin and the team at DadsWork have been an extremely helpful and excellent way to learn, share, laugh and enjoy the journey that is becoming a dad. No question has been unanswered and all of Dads2Be sessions we’ve had have been super informative."

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Neil Stewart – Dads 2 Be

  • Dungeons and Dragons Group (Weekly)
    Dungeons and Dragons Group (Weekly)
    20 days to the event
    Wed 25 Nov
    25 Nov 2026, 12:00 – 14:00
    DadsWork, 9a Orchard Cres, Prestonpans EH32 9JJ, UK
    Come and join fellow D&D fans and connect in a safe space! Weekly meet-ups each Wednesday.
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  • FREE Family Movie with Santa!
    FREE Family Movie with Santa!
    30 days to the event
    Sat 05 Dec
    The Fraser Centre
    05 Dec 2026, 18:30 – 21:30
    The Fraser Centre, 3a Winton Pl, Tranent EH33 1AF, UK
    Join us for a family movie and some supper with Santa at the Fraser Centre in Tranent on Saturday 5th December! The fun begins at 6:30 and we hope to see you there. [Many thanks to Crexcell- who provide Traffic Management & Event Management- for sponsoring this event]
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  • FREE Christmas Decoration Workshop
    FREE Christmas Decoration Workshop
    34 days to the event
    Wed 09 Dec
    The Fisherrow Centre
    09 Dec 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Fisherrow Centre, The Fisherrow Centre, South St, Musselburgh EH21 6AT, UK
    FREE pyrography (aka wood burning or pokerwork) workshop to help you get creative and make your own Christmas decorations!
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  • FREE 4-week Ante-Natal Courses 2027
    FREE 4-week Ante-Natal Courses 2027
    Multiple Dates
    90 days to the event
    Wed 03 Feb
    Home-Start East Lothian
    03 Feb 2027, 18:00 – 20:00
    Home-Start East Lothian, Early Years Centre, Sandersons Wynd, Tranent EH33 1DA, UK
    Let DadsWork support you on your journey to fatherhood! Our 4-week course will prepare you for everything that fatherhood may throw at you, in a safe and non-judgemental environment.
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  • FREE Baby & Child First Aid Courses 2027
    FREE Baby & Child First Aid Courses 2027
    Multiple Dates
    116 days to the event
    Mon 01 Mar
    Home-Start East Lothian
    01 Mar 2027, 18:00 – 20:00
    Home-Start East Lothian, Early Years Centre, Sandersons Wynd, Tranent EH33 1DA, UK
    Learn life saving skills, and build your confidence and preparedness in case you ever find yourself in an emergency situation. Our courses are run through Dads2Be East Lothian and facilitated by the award-winning provider Mini First Aid Edinburgh & the Lothians.
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What's coming up at DadsWork SCIO?

What has been going on at DadsWork SCIO?

DadsWork SCIO would like to thank all our funders, donators, partners and volunteers who support us to support our families throughout East Lothian

East Lothian Council ⋆ National Lottery Community Fund ⋆ Home Start East Lothian ⋆ Co Op ⋆ Hibernian FC ⋆ Scottish Men's Sheds Association ⋆ Stepping Out ⋆

East Lothian Food Bank ⋆ NHS Scotland ⋆ Fathers Network Scotland ⋆ Breastfeeding Lens ⋆ Bellway ⋆ Pennypit Trust ⋆ Stone Fired Artisan Pizza ⋆ Walk With Scott Foundation ⋆

Street Soccer Scotland ⋆ Persimmon ⋆ The Original Factory Shop

We are members of: 

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DadsWork SCIO is a Community Charity in East Lothian for Fathers, Male Care Givers and their children

Financially Supported by Big Lottery Fund Scotland and East Lothian Council and through many wonderful grants

 

DadsWork SCIO
9a Orchard Crescent, Prestonpans
East Lothian EH32 9JJ

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Registered Scottish Charity No. SCO51771

© 2026 by DadsWork SCIO. Committed to supporting fathers and their families.

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