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Short Break Activities for Disabled Children and Young People
Aiming High have announced the new providers for the period October 2011 to September 2012. As you will see there is a huge variety of activities that will be happening all over the county. Have a look at the activities and hopefully I will see you at some of them.
Provider: Able Too Forum
Activity: ? Weekly after school football club for one term at Fountains Special School, Burton. At the end of the term there will be the opportunity to continue to play football with the Junior section of the Able Too football club at Shobnall Leisure Complex, Burton. ? Weekend leisure, art and craft club in Burton. Including dance, art and multi sport based at Meadowside Leisure Centre.
Venue: Fountains Special School, Shobnall Leisure Complex, Burton. Meadowside Leisure Centre, Burton.
When: To be confirmed. Please contact Neil Brown on the number below for more information.
Available to: ? Football club at Fountains Special School - disabled children and young people aged 11-18 years old. ? Weekend leisure club – disabled children and young people aged 5-18 years old and their families.
Contact: Neil Brown Tel: 01283 508192 Email: neil.brown@eaststaffsbc.gov.uk
Provider: Action for Blind People
Activity: Trips to the Adventure Playground, Snow Dome, Drayton Manor and two family residentials in the school holidays.
Venue: Various venues.
When: School holidays and weekends.
Available to: Children and young people with visual impairments and their siblings.
Contact: Rachel Setchell Tel: 0121 6654200 Email: rachel.setchell@actionforblindpeople.org.uk
Provider: Outdoor Education Service
Activity: Residential outdoor activities weekend courses for families of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Asperger’s Syndrome. Activities include outdoor site based activities and social activities in the evening.
Venue: Laches Wood Outdoor Education Centre, Laches Lane, Wolverhampton, WV10 7PA.
When: ? 9-11 December 2011 ? 20-22 January 2012 ? 27-29 April 2012 ? 21-23 September 2012 All weekends run from Friday, 5pm – Sunday, 2pm.
Available to: Registered children (aged 0-18 years old) and their families. Children and young people with ASD and Asperger’s Syndrome, aged 0-18 years old and their families.
Contact: Janet Buxton Tel: 01902 790388 Email: janet.buxton@staffordshire.gov.uk
Provider: Beaudesert Park Farm (D W Cope Partners)
Activity: Family fun days out on a traditional working farm. The days include cookery activities - creating a healthy lunch in the purpose built classroom to enjoy at lunchtime; a tour of the farm; rural craft session in the afternoon - making something to take home. Days will be individually structured to meet the needs of children and young people with different disabilities.
Venue: Beaudesert Park Farm, Horsey Lane, Upper Longdon, Rugeley, WS15 4LN.
When: Weekends and school holidays throughout the year. First dates: Sunday 23 October 2011 and Wednesday 26 October 2011. All days run from 10am – 3pm.
Available to: Disabled children and young people aged 5 – 18 years old and their families. Facilities are suitable for wheelchair users.
Contact: Contact Mary Cope for more details: Tel: 01543 425210 or 07984 716494 Email: mary@beaudesertparkfarm.co.uk
Provider: Special Needs Adventure Playground (SNAP)
Activity: Youth Group for disabled children and young people over the age of 10 years old.
Venue: Special Needs Adventure Playground, Pye Green Road, Cannock, WS11 5RW.
When: Tuesday evenings all year round.
Available to: Children and young people over 10 years old with special needs.
Contact: Suzanne Newell Tel: 01543 579286 Email: info@snapcannock.co.uk
Provider: South Staffordshire Deaf Children's Society
Activity: Residential weekend in July 2012 for deaf children to attend an outdoor education centre in Derbyshire.
Venue: Outdoor education centre in Derbyshire.
When: July 2012.
Available to: Children with a hearing impairment aged 8-16 years old.
Contact: For more information contact: Amanda Riley Tel: 01785 811766 or 07854 568616 Or Donna Dale Tel: 07915 697557 Or Tina Bayley Tel: 01785 213515 or 07711 897553
Provider: Core Children's Service Limited
Activity: Weekend fun! Get involved in games, arts and crafts, music, singing, theatre, dancing and much more.
Venue: Rawlett High School, Comberford Road, Tamworth.
When: Fortnightly on Saturdays from 10am-2pm. Dates as below: 8 and 22 October 2011 5 and 19 November 2011 3 and 17 December 2011 14 and 28 January 2012 11 and 25 February 2012 10 and 24 March 2012 21 April 2012 5 and 19 May 2012 2, 16 and 30 June 2012 14 and 28 July 2012 11 and 25 August 2012 8 and 22 September 2012
Available to: Children and young people aged 8-18 years old with a range of disabilities. Siblings, parents and carers are welcome to take part. 15 spaces available per session.
Contact: Mandy Oliver Tel: 07967 381080 Email: mandy.oliver@thefca.co.uk
Provider: Crossroads Care Staffordshire
Activity: Range of activities for children and young people from Newcastle, Stafford and Staffordshire Moorlands. Includes bowling group, cinema trips, visits to Peak pursuits climbing wall, visits to sensory sessions at Dimension, activity days in the school holidays to include arts and crafts, circus skills, sports and games and day trips.
Venue: Various.
When: Throughout the year.
Available to: Disabled children and young people from Newcastle, Staffordshire Moorlands and Stafford – ages for each activity will vary – please see the boxes below for more details.
Contact: Debra Frampton Tel: 01782 207863
Provider: Crossroads Care Staffordshire
Activity: Half term holiday play project.
Venue: Ash Green School, The Lea, Trentham, Stoke On Trent, ST4 8BX.
When: Tuesday 25 October 2011 Wednesday 26 October 2011 Thursday 27 October 2011 Friday 28 October 2011 (All day 10am – 3pm)
Available to: Open to disabled children and young people living in Newcastle, Stafford and Staffordshire Moorlands, aged 8 – 18 years old.
Contact: Debra Frampton Tel: 01782 207863
Provider: Crossroads Care Staffordshire
Activity: Santa And Steam at the Churnet Valley Railway.
Venue: Churnet Valley Railway. Transport will be provided from a central point to be advised.
When: Sunday 11 December 2011 11am – 2pm
Available to: Open to disabled children and young people aged 5 – 18 years old living in Stafford.
Contact: Debra Frampton Tel: 01782 207863
Provider: Crossroads Care Staffordshire
Activity: Santa And Steam at the Churnet Valley Railway.
Venue: Churnet Valley Railway Transport will be provided from a central point to be advised
When: Sunday 18 December 2011 11am – 2pm
Available to: Open to disabled children and young people aged 5 – 18 years old living in Newcastle and Staffordshire Moorlands.
Contact: Debra Frampton Tel: 01782 207863
Provider: Crossroads Care Staffordshire
Activity: Sensory play activities.
Venue: Dimensions Leisure Centre, Scotia Road, Burslem, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, ST6 4ET.
When: Once every 2 months - dates for 2011: Saturday 15 October 2011 Saturday 10 December 2011 3 – 5pm Further dates in 2012 to be arranged.
Available to: Open to disabled children and young people aged 5 – 18 years old living in Newcastle and Staffordshire Moorlands.
Contact: Debra Frampton Tel: 01782 207863
Provider: Crossroads Care Staffordshire
Activity: Ten Pin Bowling sessions.
Venue: Ten Pin Bowling, Festival Park, Etruria, Stoke on Trent.
When: Once every month - dates for 2011: Friday 7 October 2011 Friday 11 November 2011 Friday 9 December 2011 6.30 – 8.30 pm Further dates in 2012 to be arranged.
Available to: Open to disabled children and young people aged 8 – 18 years old living in Newcastle and Staffordshire Moorlands.
Contact: Debra Frampton Tel: 01782 207863
Provider: Crossroads Care Staffordshire
Activity: Ten Pin Bowling sessions.
Venue: Ten Pin Bowling, Greyfriars Place, Stafford, ST16 2SD.
When: Once every month - dates for 2011: Wednesday 12 October 2011 Wednesday 16 November 2011 Wednesday 14 December 2011 6.30 – 8.30 pm Further dates in 2012 to be arranged.
Available to: Open to disabled children and young people aged 8 – 18 years old living in Stafford.
Contact: Debra Frampton Tel: 01782 207863
Provider: Crossroads Care Staffordshire
Activity: Indoor climbing sessions.
Venue: Peak Pursuits, Castle Hill, Nantwich Road, Audley, Staffordshire, ST7 8DH.
When: Once every 2 months. Dates for 2011: Monday 10 October 2011 Monday 5 December 2011 6.00 – 8.00 pm Further dates in 2012 to be arranged.
Available to: Open to disabled children and young people aged 8 – 18 years old living in Newcastle. Unfortunately this activity is not accessible for children and young people with moving and handling needs.
Contact: Debra Frampton Tel: 01782 207863
Provider: Blackfriars and Coppice Federation
Activity: Weekend Farming Club.
Venue: Blackfriars and Coppice Federation, Priory Road, Newcastle, Staffs, ST5 2TF.
When: Throughout the year. Please contact Jackie Onions for more information.
Available to: Disabled children and young people.
Contact: Jackie Onions Tel: 01782 297780 or 07793027960 Email: jonions@bcfederation.co.uk
Provider: Saxon Hill Community School
Activity: ? Four activity weekends for families, with one family staying overnight in accessible accommodation. ? Cowboy/girl Sleepover Camp spending a night in a Yurt. ? Activity week at Rosliston Forestry Centre.
Venue: Saxon Hill Community School, Kings Hill Road, Lichfield, WS14 9DE and Rosliston Forestry Centre.
When: TBC.
Available to: Disabled children and young people.
Contact: Jon Thickett, Headteacher Tel: 01543 414892. Email: headteacher@saxonhill.staffs.sch.uk
Provider: Gifted DJ Workshops
Activity: Weekly fun and creative DJ and Music Media workshops during 5 weeks of the summer school holidays 2012. Workshops include DJing, music production, Demo recording, MCing, singing and designing with creative images and media. Free taster sessions will be delivered in schools prior to the school holidays. N.B. All schools who are interested in the free taster session to please contact Dafydd direct on the number below.
Venue: Cornerstone Community Centre, Silverdale, Newcastle Under Lyme, ST5 6PF.
When: July/August 2012 summer school holidays.
Available to: Disabled children and young people aged 5-18 years.
Contact: Dafydd Price: Tel: 07970 770990 Email: daf@giftedworkshops.com
Provider: Staffordshire Wildlife Trust
Activity: Wild Play sessions in the school holidays which include exploring the environment and active play. Activities will include shelter building, pond dipping, bug hunts, a range of active games, outdoor cooking and orienteering. Children and young people will learn about nature and use arts and crafts to explore the environment. A number of family events at weekends or school holidays to include activities that can be continued at home, as well as face painting and willow weaving.
Venue: Staffordshire Wildlife Trust, Wolseley Bridge, near Stafford and Apedale Country Park, North Staffordshire.
When: Weekends and school holidays throughout the year. Dates TBC.
Available to: Disabled children and young people.
Contact: Lynsey Eastwood: Tel: 01889 880100 Email: l.eastwood@staffs-wildlife.org.uk
Provider: Pulse for Music
Activity: Monthly music workshops including writing songs, playing different instruments, making percussion and performing.
Venue: Lichfield and Cannock - exact venues TBC.
When: Monthly – dates TBC.
Available to: Disabled children and young people aged 7-16 years old and their families.
Contact: Jim Allen: Tel: 07527 909988 Email: pulse4music@gmail.com
Provider: Burton Junior Phab Club
Activity: Trips in the holidays - including Alton Towers Splash Landings and Panto.
Venue: Various.
When: Throughout the year.
Available to: Disabled children, young people and families aged 5-18 years.
Contact: Ian Reynolds: Tel: 01283 540271 Email: ian@burtonjuniorphabclub.co.uk
Provider: Golf Academy
Activity: Golf coaching and play. After school and weekend sessions. Golf camps in the school holidays.
Venue: TBC.
When: After school, weekends and school holidays.
Available to: Disabled children and young people.
Contact: Craig Thomas: Tel: 07973 798483 Email: info@thegolfacademy.co.uk
Provider: Sahara Group
Activity: Range of activities including soft play area, art and pottery sessions and farm visits.
Venue: Various venues in Burton and East Staffordshire.
When: Throughout the year.
Available to: Disabled children and young people aged 0-10 years old as well as their parents/carers and siblings.
Contact: Bella Kaur: Tel: 01283 233400 Email: balbir.kaur@staffordshire.gov.uk
Provider: Chase Aqua Rural Enterprise CIC
Activity: Activities will include: ? Meet/feed farm animals - chickens, calves and piglets. ? Animal care/grooming - rabbits, goats and donkeys. ? Growing activities in the poly tunnel, healthy eating with ‘fun’ recipes. ? Making bird boxes, bug hotels, and nature walks. ? Making willow fish, snails and butterflies. ? ‘Try It’ Angling sessions with qualified coaches. (Provision for wet/cold weather).
Venue: Upper Moreton Farm Bishton Lane, Wolseley Bridge, Stafford, ST18 0XD. Please enter Bishton Lane and follow the green signs for Upper Moreton Farm (from the railway bridge).
When: Starting in October 2011, October Half Term: Tue 25 Oct/ Thurs 27 Oct 2011 Sat 26 Nov 2011 Sat 3 Dec 2011 February half term: Wed 15 Feb 2012 Sat 28 April 2012 Summer half term: Wed 6 & Thurs 7 June 2012 Thurs 26 July 2012 Wed 1 Aug 2012 Time 10.30 am to 3.00 pm.
Available to: For children/young people (and their families/carers) with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, including challenging behaviour and/or learning disabilities. Age range 5 - 10 years and 11 - 13 years.
Contact: To book a place please contact: Carol Carney: Tel: 07814 237211 Email: candc.carney@virgin.net
Provider: Cannock Chase Children's Centre
Activity: Saturday Club: ? Childcare/ respite service for parents with disabled children. ? Parents drop their children off at 9am until 12pm. ? Children are looked after and supported with appropriate activities. Activities vary each week but may include a messy activity, construction activity and outdoor play. Computers, cameras, books and DVD’s are also available. ? £3.00 a week for each child or £4.00 if more than one child
Venue: Cannock Chase Children’s Centre, Cannock Road, Cannock, WS11 5BU.
When: Saturday mornings 9am – 12pm, every Saturday unless there is a bank holiday.
Available to: Disabled children and children with a Special Educational Need (SEN) under the age of 8 years old. Children need to be referred into the service by either a parent/carer or health professional.
Contact: Lucie Mallen, SENCO: Address: Cannock Chase Children’s Centre, Cannock Road, Cannock, WS11 5BU. Tel: 01543 469894 or 07530 072266 Email: lucinda.mallen@staffordshire.gov.uk
Provider: Trips for Kids
Activity: Trips in the summer holidays for families.
Venue: Various.
When: Summer holiday 2012.
Available to: Disabled children, young people and families.
Contact: Angela Burnyeat : Tel: 01543 570760 Email: angelaburnyeat@yahoo.com
Provider: North Staffs Special Adventure Playground
Activity: After school and weekend club sessions at the Special Adventure Playground, Newcastle. The site includes outdoor play equipment, sensory garden, indoor activity rooms and soft play room.
Venue: North Staffs Special Adventure Playground, Stanier Street, Newcastle, Staffs, ST5 2SU.
When: ? Wednesdays 5.30-7.30pm (6-11 year olds) ? Thursdays 5.30-7.30pm (11-14 year olds) ? Fridays 5.30-7.30pm (14-18 year olds) ? Limited weekend sessions take place on Saturdays 10am – 12.30pm and Sundays 1.30 - 4pm. Weekend sessions are open to those aged 6-18 years old. Please contact Hannah Dean for information on weekend dates available.
Available to: Disabled children and young people aged 6-18 years old.
Contact: Hannah Dean, Service Manager: Telephone: 01782 717612 Email: nsadventure@lineone.net
Provider: Sport Across Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent
Activity: Fortnightly after school or weekend Multi Sports Clubs offering a range of sports. Clubs to run in Stafford, Newcastle, East Staffs, Tamworth, Lichfield and South Staffs.
Venue: Stafford, Newcastle, East Staffs, Tamworth, Lichfield, South Staffordshire – venues TBC.
When: Fortnightly throughout the year.
Available to: Disabled children, young people and their families.
Contact: Mark Fosbrook: Tel: 01785 619398 Email: mfosbrook@staffordbc.gov.uk Website: www.sportacrossstaffordshire.co.uk
Provider: Stafford Branch National Autistic Society – Stay and Play Club
Activity: Stay and Play Club for children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder’s and their families. Play is supported by staff and volunteers. Activities include sensory room, arts and crafts, bouncy play, climbing and activity toys. Parents/carers have access to a resource box with books and magazines on Autism.
Venue: Littleworth Community Centre, St Thomas Street, Stafford, ST16 3UU.
When: Two Saturdays a month all year round at 10.30am – 12.30pm.
Available to: Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder’s under 11 years old, their siblings and families.
Contact: Mandy Binns, Branch Officer or Sarah Binks, Activity Leader: Tel: Mandy - 01785 665232 / Sarah – 07760 891699 Email: stafford@nas.org.uk Facebook: Nas Stafford branch
Provider: Stafford Branch National Autistic Society – Youth Club
Activity: Youth Club for children and young people aged 11 – 16 years old who have an Autistic Spectrum Disorder. The club is supported by staff and volunteers. A range of activities are available within the centre including cooking, arts and crafts, social skills and group activities. Sessions also take place in the community and include swimming, laser quaser, Cannock Chase and more.
Venue: Littleworth Community Centre, St Thomas Street, Stafford, ST16 3UU. Activities also take place in the community in various locations in Stafford and surrounding areas.
When: Two Saturdays a month all year round. Community Centre activities take place 1.30-3.30pm. Times for external activities can vary.
Available to: Young people with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder aged 11 – 16 years old.
Contact: Mandy Binns, Branch Officer or Sarah Binks, Activity Leader: Tel: Mandy - 01785 665232 / Sarah – 07760 891699 Email: stafford@nas.org.uk Facebook: Nas Stafford branch Activities 1 October 2011-30 September 2012 (version 1 Sept 2011) 14
Provider: Stafford Branch National Autistic Society – LEGO Club and Yoga Club
Activity: ? LEGO Club – for higher functioning children with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder aged 7-14. The group aims to increase social interaction and communication. The club is supported by staff but parents/carers remain at the centre for the session. ? Yoga Club – for children with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder aged 7-14. The club helps children to learn relaxation techniques which will help with anxiety problems. It will also help with coordination, as well as doing a fun activity at their level of ability. The club is supported by staff but parents/carers remain at the centre for the session and can provide support to their child if needed.
Venue: Littleworth Community Centre, St Thomas Street, Stafford, ST16 3UU.
When: Both clubs are run in a block of 6 sessions – please contact the Stafford Branch of the National Autistic Society for more information. Yoga Club – to start Nov 2011 LEGO Club – Nov 2011 and Jan 2012
Available to: LEGO Club - for higher functioning children with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder aged 7-14. Yoga Club - for children with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder aged 7-14.
Contact: Mandy Binns, Branch Officer or Sarah Binks, Activity Leader: Tel: Mandy - 01785 665232 / Sarah – 07760 891699 Email: stafford@nas.org.uk Facebook: Nas Stafford branch
Provider: Staffordshire Football Association
Activity: Multi sport holiday activitiess. Cricket and football activities for disabled children, young people and their siblings. Match day experiences with trips to professional football clubs including Manchester United FC, Stoke City FC, Aston Villa FC, Port Vale FC and Burton Albion FC.
Venue: Cheslyn Hay Leisure Centre, South Staffordshire, Knutton Recreation Centre, Newcastle and Shobnall Leisure Complex, Burton.
When: Half day sessions will take place during each half term and school holiday between 1 Oct 2011 - 30 Sept 2012.
Available to: Disabled children and young people aged 5 – 16 years old and their siblings.
Contact: Jamie Leaning: Tel: 01785 279831 or 07816536446 Email: jamie.leaning@staffordshirefa.com
Provider: Staffordshire Football Association
Activity: After school football sessions for disabled children and young people. Schools, colleges and community groups interested in offering this activity should contact Staffordshire FA on the contact details below.
Venue: At various schools/colleges/venues across Staffordshire.
When: Times vary at each individual venue.
Available to: Disabled children and young people aged 5-18 years. Parents, carers and siblings are also welcome to attend.
Contact: Jamie Leaning: Tel: 01785 279831 or 07816536446 Email: jamie.leaning@staffordshirefa.com
Provider: Staffordshire Football Association
Activity: Wheelchair Football activities for disabled children who use a wheelchair. Weekly clubs.
Venue: Able Too United FC Wheelchair club, Shobnall Leisure Complex, Burton on Trent and Blackfriars Special School, Newcastle.
When: After school clubs.
Available to: Disabled children and young people. Parents, carers and siblings are also welcome to attend.
Contact: Jamie Leaning: Tel: 01785 279831 or 07816536446 Email: jamie.leaning@staffordshirefa.com
Provider: Special Matters- Moorlands Rural Children’s Centre
Activity: Residential Outdoor Activity Weekend 2012 A two day Leisure Activity Course at Stanley Head tailor made for disabled children and their families. Activities will include: climbing, archery, caving, kayaking and expeditions with an overnight stay.
Santa Lunch at the Alton Towers Resort A full day of activities at the Alton Towers Resort. This will include: admission to the theme park (restricted area), a visit to Santa and the reindeers, access to crazy golf and the Splash Landings water park and a Christmas dinner.
Venue: Stanley Head Outdoor Education Centre, Stanley, Staffordshire Moorlands. Alton Towers Resort.
When: Date of Outdoor Activity Weekend – TBC Santa Lunch Nov/Dec 2011- TBC
Available to: Disabled children (up to 18 years) and their families.
Contact: Special Matters: Tel: 01298 687162 Email special.matters@staffordshire.gov.uk
Provider: Chase It! – Cannock Chase District Council Community Wellbeing Team - Sport
Activity: Arts, leisure and sports based sessions – including football, golf, trampolining, swimming, leisure trips and family days.
Venue: Various venues in the Cannock Chase area including: ? Chase Leisure Centre, Stafford Road, Cannock, Staffs, WS11 4AL. ? Cannock Park Golf Club, Stafford Road, Cannock, WS11 4AL. ? Rugeley Leisure Centre, Burnthill Lane, Rugeley, Staffs, WS15 2HZ.
When: ? School holidays: - October, February and June half term holidays plus Easter and Christmas. ? After School activities: Football: from 4pm Thursday Trampoline: from 6.30pm Thursday ? Weekend activities: Golf: from 10am Saturday ? Additionally: - Leisure Trips: During holidays Monday Activity Club: Rugeley Leisure Centre Swimming: Rugeley Leisure Centre and Cannock Leisure (when it re-opens) Family Open Event: July 2012 – Chase Leisure Centre
Available to: Disabled children and young people. Siblings are also welcome to attend.
Contact: Debbie Pearce: Tel: 01543 464614 Email: deborahpearce@cannockchasedc.gov.uk
Provider: Action for Children Staffordshire Shared Care
Activity: Range of activities including: ? Trips out on a Saturday 10am - 3pm in the South Staffordshire and East Staffordshire areas. Activities include bowling, visits to farms, parks and the cinema. ? Activities for teenagers – chance to make new friends and develop practical life skills. Activities include swimming, bowling, eating out as well as youth clubs. ? Swimming lessons for children with physical, sensory or learning difficulties. ? Playschemes in the school holidays at Rocklands School, Lichfield and Two Rivers Primary School, Tamworth – drama, arts and crafts and sensory room. ? School holiday activities – days out to places such as West Midlands Safari Park, Drayton Manor Park and AltonTowers.
Venue: Various venues in South Staffordshire, East Staffordshire (including Uttoxeter and Burton), Tamworth and Lichfield (including Burntwood).
When: After school, evenings, weekends and school holiday’s throughout the year.
Available to: Disabled children and young people with physical and/or learning difficulties, aged 5-18 years old and living in Lichfield, Tamworth, South Staffordshire and East Staffordshire.
Contact: Beth Ashby, Service Coordinator: Tel: 01543 510143 Email: beth.ashby@actionforchildren.org.uk
Provider: Gartmore Riding School
Activity: Weekend riding and stable management courses. Riding lessons in the school holidays. Sensory courses and a riding club.
Venue: Gartmore Riding School, Hall Lane, Hammerwich, Burntwood, WS7 0JT.
When: Various times.
Available to: Disabled children and young people aged 4 – 18 years old.
Contact: Tracy Francis: Tel: 01543 686117 Email: gartmoreridingschool@googlemail.com
Provider: Heritage and Arts, Staffordshire County Council
Activity: Dance workshops in various venues across Staffordshire.
Venue: South Staffordshire, Newcastle, Tamworth, Stafford and Staffordshire Moorlands – Venues TBC.
When: Throughout the year.
Available to: Disabled children and young people aged 5-18 years old. Please contact Alison Lord for further information on age groups.
Contact: Alison Lord Tel: 01785 278647 Email: alison.lord@staffordshire.gov.uk
Provider: Caudwell Children
Activity: Three six week programme of activities, trips and visits which will all be ASDAN accredited. Activities will include trampolining, sail ability, dance, theatre trips, music, and other leisure or sports activities including rock climbing or GPS orienteering. The programme is fully accessible and transport is also provided where required.
Venue: Cornerstone Community Centre, Silverdale, Newcastle Stafford - venue TBC Lichfield – venue TBC.
When: Newcastle – Nov 2011-Dec 2011 Stafford – March/April 2012 Lichfield – summer holidays 2012
Available to: Disabled children and young people aged 8-18 years old and their families.
Contact: Natasha Gratton: Tel:01782 600855 Email: natasha.gratton@caudwellchildren.com Or Steve Jackson: Tel: 01782 600869 Email: steve.jackson@caudwellchildren.com
Provider: Letting in the Light
Activity: Digital animation workshops taking place in Staffordshire residential schools and outdoor education centres for disabled children and young people attending residential special schools. The sessions will use a range of digital media including photography, sound, image manipulation, animation and a variety of equipment and software to create exciting visuals and soundscapes. Each session will be adapted to ensure it is accessible to children with a variety of disabilities. No experience of using digital media is required. Please note this activity is only available to children who attend a residential special school.
Venue: Staffordshire residential special schools and outdoor education centres.
When: Please contact Sarah Bonam for more information about times.
Available to: Disabled children and young people aged 5 – 18 years old who attend a residential special school in Staffordshire.
Contact: Sarah Bonam: Tel: 01782 714776 Email: sarah@lettinginthelight.org.uk
Provider: Action for Children Staffordshire Shared Care
Activity: ? Sitting Service – to be provided within the family home. ? Mentoring Service – to support children and young people to go out in the community and access leisure activities.
Venue: Various leisure venues across Staffordshire and within the family home.
When: Various dates and times in consultation with families.
Available to: Disabled children and young people aged 0 - 18 years old across Staffordshire.
Contact: Rose Tomlinson/Jane Townsend: Address: The Old Library, Bird Street, Lichfield, WS13 6PN.
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