Oban Kids Thrive CIC creates FREE safe, fun, inclusive community events for children and young people aged 5–18 in Oban and surrounding areas.

About Us

Oban Kids Thrive CIC was created by a local mother who grew up in Oban and understands both its beauty and its challenges.

I’m a mum of seven children — six boys and one little girl. Our family is proudly neurodivergent, and we know first-hand how important safe, structured, energetic outlets are for young people.

Growing up here, I saw how easy it is for children to get bored when money is tight and opportunities feel limited. When there isn’t enough to do, young people can drift into paths that don’t serve them.

I wanted more for my own children.

More adventure.
More movement.
More community.
More safe spaces to belong.

From that desire, Oban Kids Thrive was born.

We are building structured, inclusive community events where children aged 5–18 can play, move, connect, and grow — with safety and support at the core of everything we do.

We welcome young people aged 5–18 because we recognise that development does not always follow a straight line.

Some teenagers may thrive in younger-style activity sessions. Some younger children may be ready for more challenge. Neurodivergent young people, in particular, often sit outside rigid age expectations.

Our sessions are structured by stage and ability, not just by age, and we create space for young people to participate where they feel safe, confident, and included.