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Contents Page How to use this Bulletin

Face to Face Activities Contents Online Activities Contents

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Face to Face Activities Information

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Online Activities Information

Online Learning Resources & Activities for SEND children

Useful Information for Parent Carers

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Children’s Centres Information

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WPCC Registration Form

Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy at the time of print, however if you have difficulty getting in touch directly with any of the organisations listed please contact us at the WPCC.

The WPCC is a one-stop shop which supports families raising a child with SEN and/or disabilities by providing information on local services including short breaks. We also work very closely with Wiltshire Council to ensure services are doing their utmost to meet the needs of families within its local authority, and organise a range of events throughout the year to keep everyone updated.

For Bulletin enquiries please email: bulletin@wiltspcc.co.uk 01225 764647 (Option 1) www.wiltshireparentcarercouncil.co.uk admin@wiltspcc.co.uk

How to use the WPCC Bulletin

With many restrictions being eased, there are now more clubs and activities opening for face-to-face sessions. But for those who cannot get out to these, we have still included some online activities and learning resources (plus links to our website where many more can be found).

How to use the Activities/Learning Resources & Information Lists: Activities/Resources listed may be for a specific age range or groups of children based on needs. We have provided as much information as we can within the Bulletin and provided web links and contacts to find out more information. 

Each activity and resource in the Contents has been given an item number.

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The item number corresponds to the activity/resource name.

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Find out more about a specific activity/resource, who to contact and how to book by looking up the item number on the providers’ contact list and using the contacts or web link provided.

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You may find QR Codes for certain activities or for our registration form; you may be able to simply open your camera and they will automatically scan, or you may have to download a QR scanning app (for free). Once scanned, they will take you directly to the website link.

Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy at the time of print, but ALWAYS check to see whether there have been any changes to times/dates/availability of any sessions advertised.

Face-Face Groups/Activities Contents Item Number

Short Break Activity/Item Name

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Barnardo’s Short Breaks Club - Salisbury

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Elizabeth House - Blue Skies - Salisbury

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Elizabeth House - Social Club - Salisbury

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Elizabeth House - Cygnets Club (ASD Club) - Salisbury

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4Youth - No Limits Youth Club - Atworth

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Hope Nature Centre - The Easter Egg Trial - Southwick

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God Unlimited (GUL) - Holiday Activities - Shrewton

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Freedog - Trampolining & Clip ‘n’ Climb - Swindon

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Fairfield Farm College - Banking - Westbury

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Ta-Dah SEN - Baking, Painting and Sensory Sessions - Salisbury

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DS Active - Football - Bristol

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Nova Sports & Coaching - Activities for Children with Physical Disabilities - Frome

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Nova Sports & Coaching - Activities for children with Learning/Sensory Disabilities - Frome & Bristol

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Boccia - Devizes

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All Aboard Watersports – Multi-Watersport Holiday Club - Bristol

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All Aboard Watersports – Sailing Holiday Club - Bristol

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SEND FUEL Holiday Camps - Salisbury & Corsham

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Braeside Education Centre - Holiday Activities - Devizes

Face-Face Groups/Activities Contents Item Number

Short Break Activity/Item Name

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Hidden Woods – Holiday Club - Farleigh Wood

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Hidden Woods – Saplings - Farleigh Wood

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Holburne Museum - Easter Art Day Camps - Bath

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Rein & Shine - Pony Day - Swindon

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Rein & Shine - Pony Camp - Swindon

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Neptune Aquatics - Starfish Hydrotherapy Pool

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Seeds 4 Success - Bridging Club - Mere

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Seeds 4 Success - Bridging Club Plus - Salisbury and Online

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Buzz Action - The Element Café - Amesbury

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Buzz Action - Amesbury Youth Café - Amesbury

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Soft Play Centre Activities - Various Locations

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Fit For Sport Activity Camps - Bristol

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Wiltshire Creative - Various Sessions & Activities - Salisbury

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Super Camps - Multi-Activity Day Camps - Salisbury, Bath & Warminster

If you know of, attend, or run any activities for children or young people with SEND, or activities that are inclusive of SEND, then please let us know by filling out one the following quick forms: TERM TIME ACTIVITIES:

HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES:

Online Activities Contents Item Number

Short Break Activity / Item Name

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Adaptive Martial Arts - Zoom Sessions

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Young Melksham - Online No Limits Youth Club

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South Wilts Mencap (SWM) Facebook Group – Online Activities

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God Unlimited (GUL) - Pony Zoom Call

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Childline - Calm Zone

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David Walliams - Free AudioBooks

Visit the website below or scan the QR Code to find more activity books, audio books, quizzes, resource packs, tips, maths and computer skill games, crafts ideas, online learning and more!

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https://www.wiltshireparentcarercouncil.co.uk/en/Covid-19__Coronovirus_-_Learning_Resources_and_Activities You can see other clubs, activities and events on the WPCC What’s On Calendar: https://www.wiltshireparentcarercouncil.co.uk/en/What%27s_on

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Face to Face Group/Activity Providers’ Contact List Barnardo’s Short Breaks Clubs (for families who have registered for the Barnardo’s Scheme option of the Short Breaks Scheme):1. Barnardo’s - Salisbury Opening times: Thursday 21st April, 10.00am - 4.00pm. Age: 6 – 18 year olds. Location: Elizabeth House Social Centre, 131 Exeter Street, Salisbury, SP1 2SG. Cost: £10.00 per 3 hour session or £18.00 per 6 hour session. Who: This club is only for those families who have registered for the Barnardo’s option with the Short Breaks Scheme Activities: Badminton, table tennis, cinema, swimming, cookery, crafts. More Info: Contact: Elizabeth House on 01722 323783, or email: freda.elizabethhouse@gmail.com

Activity Clubs! (for any child or young person with additional needs):2. Elizabeth House Salisbury - Blue Skies Dates: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 10.00am - 2.30pm. (Excluding Bank Holidays) Age: 16+ year olds. Location: Elizabeth House Social Centre, 131 Exeter Street, Salisbury, SP1 2SG. Cost: £40.00 full day or £22.40 for half day Who: Young People & Adults with SEN/Disabilities. Activities: Art, cooking, collage making and more! Bring packed lunch. More Info: Call 01722 323783 or email freda.elizabethhouse@gmail.com 3. Elizabeth House - Social Club Opening times: Mondays and Wednesdays, 6.00pm – 9.30pm. Age: 16+ year olds. Location: Elizabeth House Social Centre, 131 Exeter Street, Salisbury, SP1 2SG. Cost: £20.00 for Annual Subscription + additional charges for trips/events throughout the year. (Contact provider for more information regarding costs) Who: Young People & Adults with SEN/Disabilities and/or Mental Health Disabilities Activities: Art, cooking, collage making and more! Bring Packed lunch. More Info: Call 01722 323783 or email freda.elizabethhouse@gmail.com 4. Elizabeth House - Cygnets Club (ASD Club) Opening times: Saturday 16th April, 10.00am – 12.00pm. Age: 8 - 18 year olds Location: Elizabeth House Social Centre, 131 Exeter Street, Salisbury, SP1 2SG. Cost: £3.50 per session Who: Young People with ASD Activities: Art, cooking, collage making and more! Bring Packed lunch. More Info: Call 01722 323783 or email freda.elizabethhouse@gmail.com

5. 4Youth - No Limits Youth Club Opening times: Mondays: 11th and 18th April, 6.30pm - 9.00pm. Location: Atworth Youth Centre, Studleyfarm Lane, Bath Road, Atworth, SN12 8SB. Cost: £2.00 per young person. Carers go for Free. Age: 13 - 25 year olds Who: Young people with SEND. Activities: Cooking & baking, Sewing & Stitching, Pool & table tennis, Drawing & writing, Football & Basketball, Karaoke & Just dance, Job search and CV writing and much more!. More Info: Call: 01225 667327 or email: hello@4youth.org.uk Visit: https://youngmelksham.org.uk/youth-clubs/no-limits-send-youth-club/ 6. Hope Nature Centre - The Easter Egg Trial Opening times: Friday 8th - Sunday 24th April, 10.00am - 4.00pm. (Pre-booking essential) Age: All ages. Location: Hope Nature Centre, Southwick Country Park, Frome Road, BA14 9QD. Cost: £3.50 per person (Includes trail map and prize) Who: Any young people and their families. Activities: Take part in The Easter Egg Trail, and go on the hunt for our 6 giant Easter eggs. Find all of them and you’ll get a prize from the Easter Bunny! More Info: Call: 01225 759075 or email: hncinfo@ffc.ac.uk Book Online: https://www.hopenaturecentre.org.uk/events/goat-walks/

You can also visit the Animal Park as per normal - see details online here: https://www.hopenaturecentre.org.uk/animal-park/

7. God Unlimited (GUL) - Holiday Activities Opening times: Mini Mixed Activity Day: Friday 22nd April, 1.00pm - 3.30pm. Stable Club: Friday 22nd April, 9.30am - 3.30pm. Mixed Activity Day: Tuesdays 12th & 19th April and Thursday 21st April, 9.30am - 3.30pm. Own a Pony Day: Mondays 11th & 18th April and Wednesdays 13th & 20th April, 9.30am 3.30pm. Age: Mixed Activity Day: 8+ year olds Mini Mixed Activity Day: 4 - 8 year olds Own a Pony Day: 6+ year olds Stable Club: 6+ year olds Location: God Unlimited Outdoor Therapy Centre, Riverside, Elston Lane, Shrewton, SP3 4HL. Cost: Mixed Activity Day: £50.00 per child. Mini Mixed Activity Day: £20.00 per child Own a Pony Day: £50.00 per child. Stable Club: £20.00 per child. (Mixed Activity Day - Snacks provided & cooked over a fire) (Own A Pony Day - Please bring a packed lunch - drinks are provided)

Who: Young people with SEN and physical disabilities. Activities: Various horse related activities. Can be wet & windy so bring weather appropriate clothing. More Info: Contact: 01980 621712 or Email: office@god-unlimited.org or Visit: www.god-unlimited.org

8. Freedog (Swindon) - Trampolining & Clip ‘n’ Climb Opening times: Vary depending on availability See online: https://freedogswindon.com/book-now/ Age: 5+ year olds. Location: Freedog Urban Activity Centre, Swindon, SN2 8HB. Cost: Standard: Trampolining: £14.00 per person Clip ‘n’ Climb: £16.00 per person All sessions: £3.00 for non-slip socks & Parent Carer = FREE ENTRY Who: Mild to moderate needs (Parents/Carers to stay). Activities: Open bounce trampolining and clip ‘n’ climb. More Info: Booking for this session is vital. Call 01793 251555

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It is up to participants/parent carers to judge if the session is appropriate. They normally ask that accompanying adults of SEND participants come in to the arena to assist with safety and clipping in and out. Accompanying adults must watch the safety brief.

9. Fairfield Farm College - Baking Opening times: Baking: Tuesday 12th April, 10.00am - 3.00pm Age: 14 - 25 year olds Location: Fairfield Farm College, 43 High Street, Dilton Marsh, BA13 4DL Cost: £35.00 per person (Price includes all materials, food and drinks. Please let them know in advance if you have any dietary requirements.) Who: Open to young people with learning disabilities Activities: Various baking activities. More Info: To register your interest, please contact Vicki Hallam via Email: info@ffc.ac.uk or phone 01373 823028. Or Visit: https://www.ffc.ac.uk/workshops/

10. Ta-Dah SEN - Various SEND Activities Opening times: Easter Themed Baking: Monday 11th April, 1.00pm - 6.00pm. Easter Themed Craft: Tuesday 12th April, 1.00pm - 6.00pm. Nature Sessions: Wednesday 13th April, 1.00pm - 6.00pm. Easter Art Workshops: Wednesday 20th April, 1.00pm - 6.00pm. Easter Themed Baking: Thursday 21st April, 1.00pm - 6.00pm. Easter Themed Crafts: Friday 22nd April, 1.00pm - 6.00pm. Age: Easter Art Workshops: 7 - 14 year olds. All other sessions: 4 - 25 year olds. Location: Salisbury (Exact location to be confirmed at time of booking) Cost: £15.00 per child for 2 hour session Who: All abilities. Activities: Baking, painting or sensory activities. More Info: For more information or to book a place contact Sophie by Phone: 07899955458 or by Email: sophie@tadahsen.co.uk 11. DS Active (Bristol) - Football Opening times are: Sunday 10th, 17th & 24th April, 11.00am – 12.00pm. Age: 5 - 15 years old and 16+ years old. Location: St. Paul’s Academy, Newfoundland Road, Bristol, BS2 9NH Cost: £3.00. Who: All abilities, young people with Downs Syndrome. Activities: Football in a friendly & active environment for anyone with Downs Syndrome More Info: Call 0333 1212 300 or email on dsactive@downs-syndrome.org.uk

12. Nova Sports & Coaching - Activities for Children with Physical Disabilities Opening Times: Powerchair Multi-Sports: Wednesday 13th April, 12.00pm - 1.00pm. Wheelchair Multi-Sports: Wednesday 13th April, 10.00am - 11.30am. Hydrotherapy: Wednesday 13th April, 45 minute sessions between 1.00pm - 4.00pm Locations: Hydrotherapy: Harry's Hydro, Nunney Road, Frome, BA11 4LB. Powerchair Multi-Sports: Frome Youth and Community Centre, BA11 3EF. Wheelchair Basketball: Frome Youth and Community Centre, BA11 3EF. Age: Surfing: 8 - 16 years old. Powerchair Multi-Sports: 7 - 16 years old. Wheelchair Basketball: 7 - 16 years old (Hydrotherapy: Must have 1 adult in pool per child who isn’t a competent/confident swimmer) Cost: Hydrotherapy: £20.00 per family. Powerchair Multi-Sports: £7.50 per person Wheelchair Basketball: £7.50 per person BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL! Who: Suitable for children with physical disabilities. (Hydrotherapy: For any child with a physical, learning or sensory disability that would benefit from a smaller and warmer pool, with less people and noise) (Wheelchair Multi-Sports: Suitable for all children - they will provide sports wheelchairs for siblings and friends if they want to take part in games like basketball and dodgeball) More info: To find out more or to book, Email: bookings@novasportsandcoaching.co.uk or Visit: https://www.novasportsandcoaching.co.uk/

13. Nova Sports & Coaching - Activities for children with Learning/Sensory Disabilities Opening Times: Surfing: Thursday 14th April, 10.30am - 13.00pm. Bouldering: Wednesday 13th April, 3.00pm - 4.00pm. Adventure Day: Tuesday 12th April, 9.15am - 2.45pm Locations: Surfing: The Wave, 98 Iffley Road, Bristol BS6 3NY. Climbing: Frome Boulder Rooms, BA11 3EN. Adventure Day: Mendip Activity Centre, BS25 5PQ. Age: Surfing: 7 - 18 years old. Adventure Day: 7 - 16 years old Bouldering: 7 - 18 years old Cost: Surfing: £20.00 per person. Adventure Day: £20.00 per person Bouldering: £10.00 per person (Adventure Day: Please bring a packed lunch, water bottle and clothing for outdoor weather!) (Surfing: Cannot provide 1:1 support or personal care, child must be able to swim 25m unaided, and please contact and let them know if wearing a wetsuit will be an issue) Who: Suitable for children with Learning/Sensory Disabilities BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL! More info: To find out more or to book, Email: bookings@novasportsandcoaching.co.uk or or Visit: https://www.novasportsandcoaching.co.uk/ 14. Boccia Opening times: Saturday: 16th April, 10.00am - 12.00pm. Age: 12+ year olds. Location: Guide Hut, Coate, Devizes Road, Devizes, SN10 3LU. Cost: £2.00 per person. Who: Any young people with learning disabilities. Activities: Sports activities. More Info: Contact: Geoff Mascall on 07703 203893.

15. All Aboard Watersports – Multi-Watersport Holiday Club SCAN ME Opening times: Monday 11th – Friday 15th April, 10.00am – 4.00pm, or Monday 18th – Friday 22nd April, 10.00am – 4.00pm. Location: Baltic Wharf, Cumberland Road, Bristol, BS1 6XG. Cost: £48.00 per day. Age: 8 – 16 years old Who: Anyone with any form of disability or additional support need, as well as their friends, family and carers Activities: Canoeing, kayaking, rowing, sailing or raft building (weather dependent) Bring a packed lunch & change of clothes! More Info: Call: 0117 929 0801. Email: admin@allaboardwatersports.co.uk See more at: https://www.allaboardwatersports.co.uk/book-with-us/courses/course/multi-sport-youth-holiday-club/

If you have any additional needs, and want to discuss requirements, please contact to let the office know so they can put in place the needed support. 16. All Aboard Watersports – Sailing Holiday Club Opening times: Monday 11th – Friday 15th April, 10.00am – 4.00pm, or SCAN ME Monday 18th – Friday 22nd April, 10.00am – 4.00pm. Location: Baltic Wharf, Cumberland Road, Bristol, BS1 6XG. Cost: £48.00 per day. Age: 8 – 16 years old Who: Anyone with any form of disability or additional support need, as well as their friends, family and carers Activities: Enjoy spending time on the water learn and develop your sailing skills in a fun and supportive environment. Bring a packed lunch & change of clothes! More Info: Call: 0117 929 0801. Email: admin@allaboardwatersports.co.uk See more at: https://www.allaboardwatersports.co.uk/book-with-us/courses/course/sailing-youth-holiday-club/

If you have any additional needs, and want to discuss requirements, please contact to let the office know so they can put in place the needed support. 17. SEND FUEL Holiday Camps Opening Times: Salisbury: Tuesday 19th April and Wednesday 20th April, 10.00am - 2.00pm. Corsham: Thursday 21st April and Friday 22nd April, 10.00am - 2.00pm. Locations: Salisbury: Five Rivers Health and Wellbeing Centre, Hulse Road, SP1 3NR. Corsham: Springfield Community Campus, Beechfield Road, SN13 9DN. (Spaces are limited so please apply as soon as possible) Age: 4 - 17 year olds Cost: FREE (a FREE nutritious meal will also be provided) All applications will be assessed and participants will receive a confirmation email if they have been successful. 1:1 support is limited and personal care cannot be provided. Who: Suitable for children with SEND. Activities: Dodgeball, Cricket, Boccia, Parachute Games, Music & Dance & much more! More info: Any queries please Email: fuelprogramme@wiltshire.gov.uk or to apply Visit: https://survey.wiltshire.gov.uk/snapwebhost/s.asp?k=164501146816 Applications for SEND FUEL Holiday Camps will close on 5.00pm on Monday 4 April

18.Braeside Education Centre - Holiday Activities Opening times: Tuesday 19th - Friday 22nd April, 10.00am – 4.00pm Drop Offs: 8.30am - 9.00am. Pick Ups: 4.30pm - 5.30pm) Location: Braeside Education Centre, Braeside, Bath Rd, Devizes, SN10 2AP. Cost: £36 per day Age: 8 - 14 years old Activities: Bushcraft, Camping, Watersports, Climbing, Orienteering, Zip Wire & much more! More Info: Email: info@braeside-education.co.uk Call: 01380 722637 or Visit: http://www.braeside-education.co.uk/holiday-club If you have any additional needs, please contact to discuss requirements so they can make sure they put in place the needed support. 19.Hidden Woods – Holiday Club Opening times: Monday 11th April to Thursday 14th April, 10.00am – 4.00pm Tuesday 19th April to Thursday 21st April, 10.00am - 4.00pm (Free play area in camp for early drop offs or late pick ups: 8.30am - 10am and 4pm - 5.30pm). Location: Farleigh Wood, BA2 7NH. Cost: £35 per single day (£90.00 for 3 day block or £120.00 for a 4 day block) (Block of Early Drop Offs = £25.00 per child and Block of Late Pick Ups = £25.00 per child) Age: 8 - 13 years old Activities: Bushcraft, environmental art, woodland crafts & games & campfires More Info: Email: hello@hiddenwoods.co.uk Call: 01373 823832 or book online at: https://www.hiddenwoods.co.uk/holiday-clubs/ If you have any additional needs, and want to discuss requirements, please contact to let the office know so they can put in place the needed support. 20. Hidden Woods – Saplings (Parent & Toddler Group) Opening times: Fridays 15th and 22nd April, 9.00am – 10.30am or 11.00am - 12.30pm Location: Farleigh Wood, BA2 7NH. Cost: Child: £10.00 per session. Accompanying Adult: Free. Infants: Free (Hot drinks provided, including real coffee, herbal teas and yummy hot chocolate - Please bring some food to share with the group if possible) Age: 1 - 5 years old. (Older siblings are welcome onto the activities during the holidays) (An adult from each family must stay. Maximum supervision ratio: 1 adult to 3 children) Activities: Bushcraft, environmental art, woodland crafts & games & campfires More Info: Email: hello@hiddenwoods.co.uk Call: 01373 823832 or book online at: https://www.hiddenwoods.co.uk/toddler-groups 21. Holburne Museum - Easter Art Day Camps Opening times: Monday 11th - Thursday 14th April 2022 , 9.00am - 4.00pm. Location: The Holburne Museum,Bath, BA2 4DB Cost: £40.00 per child. Age: 6 - 11 year olds (1:1 support not available) Who: Not specifically for SEND children but will try to be as inclusive as possible. Activities: A day of creative art activities. More Info: Visit: https://www.holburne.org/planning-your-visit/whats-on/? msclkid=e9562a27aaae11ecbb3edd90ffb82e5a Please contact the provider before booking to discuss your child/young person’s needs or requirements so that they can ensure they are able to provide appropriate support.

22. Rein & Shine - Pony Day Opening times: Monday 11th, Tuesday 19th and Wednesday 20th April, 9.30am – 3.00pm. Location: Rein and Shine Equestrian Centre, 1 Buryhill Farm, Braydon, SN5 0AD. Cost: £80.00 per child. (Late collections are £10.00 per child and early drop-offs are £10.00 per child per hour) Age: All ages. Who: Only more experienced riders currently due to social distancing. (Bring packed lunch and gloves & weather suitable clothing, and long hair needs to be tied back without grips or clips) Activities: Grooming and horse care, a full length group riding lesson. Stable routines with the ponies, riding games in the afternoon. 23. Rein & Shine - Pony Camp Opening times: Wednesday 13th - Thursday 14th April, 9.30am – 3.00pm. Thursday 21st - Friday 22nd April, 9.30am - 3.00pm. Location: Rein and Shine Equestrian Centre, 1 Buryhill Farm, Braydon, SN5 0AD. Cost: £150.00 per child (2 day block) (Late collections are £10.00 per child and early drop-offs are £10.00 per child per hour) Age: All ages. Who: Independent riders only! Activities: 2 days of pony fun, 4 riding sessions, games, rosettes and a mini Easter Egg Hunt! SCAN ME

If you are interested in attending either of the Rein & Shine activities, then please contact beforehand to discuss any needs and/or requirements to make sure they can be appropriately accommodated. More Info: Call: 01666 860068 or Email: info@reinandshine.co.uk Website: https://www.reinandshine.co.uk/riding-school/riding-courses/pony-days-camps/

24. Neptune Aquatics - Starfish Hydrotherapy Pool Opening times: Saturdays: 4.30pm - 5.15pm. Sundays: 2.00pm - 2.45pm. Location: Silverwood School Malmesbury Road, Chippenham, SN15 1QF. Cost: Adults (Over 16): £7.50. Child (Over 8): £4.50. Child (Under 8): £3.00. (Booking and pre-payment essential!) Age: All ages. Who: All families with children with Special Needs/Disabilities. Activities: Open swimming sessions. More Info: Contact on 01249 735366 or Email: starfish@neptuneaquatics.co.uk Sign up for a FREE membership using the code WPCC21 and receive £1.00 off per person every time you visit!

Register an account, click ‘Dashboard’ using the menu on the left hand side, click ‘Start New Membership’, put in promo code WPCC21 and purchase the ‘Community Pass’. https://starfishhydro.clubright.co.uk/MemberArea/SelectMembership Any issues please contact Starfish Hydrotherapy Pool using the contact information above.

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25. Seeds 4 Success - Bridging Club Opening times: Tuesday 12th and 19th April, 6.30pm - 9.00pm. Age: 11 - 16 years old. Location: Mere Youth Centre, BA12 6EP.

Transport can be arranged from surrounding areas - contact for more information (Masks must be worn on transport).

Cost: Free. Who: Any young person with a special need or disability. Activities: Activities include: bowling, DVD and Wii games nights, skittles and pub games, sports sessions, cookery, arts and crafts, woodwork and swimming, and learning life skills! More Info: Contact Rose Salmi on 07557334158 or email: rose@seeds4success.org.uk if you need to find out more/register to attend. 27. Buzz Action - The Element Cafe Opening times: Wednesday 13th and 20th April, 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Location: The Bowman Centre, Shears Dr, Amesbury, Salisbury, SP4 7XT. Cost: Free Age: 13 - 19 year olds. Who: A targeted youth project aimed at young people with a broad spectrum of additional needs (including SEND) with a wide range of activities on offer. Activities: A place to relax, reflect, socialise, grab a beverage and enjoy yourself. More Info: Contact on office@buzzaction.org or via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elementcafeamesbury 28. Buzz Action - Amesbury Youth Cafe Opening times: Friday 15th and 22nd April, 7.00pm - 9.00pm. Location: The Bowman Centre, Shears Dr, Amesbury, Salisbury, SP4 7XT. Cost: Free Age: 13 - 19 year olds. Who: A targeted youth project aimed at young people with a broad spectrum of additional needs (including SEND) with a wide range of activities on offer. Activities: A place to relax, reflect, socialise, grab a beverage and enjoy yourself. More Info: Contact on office@buzzaction.org or via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elementcafeamesbury

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29. Soft Play Centre Activities FOR ALL SOFT PLAY CENTRES - Always book online or by calling before attending. Opening for many will depend on restrictions.

Baloo’s Soft Play Centre - Trowbridge Location: 17 Silver Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8AE. More Info: Call: 01225 764753 or Visit: https://www.baloossoftplay.co.uk/

Funways - Warminster Location: Funways, Goodwin Close, Warminster, BA12 0DF More Info: Call: 01985 220111 or Visit: https://www.funwayswarminster.com/

Jolly Roger Adventure - Swindon Location: Jolly Roger Adventure, Greenbridge Road, Swindon, SN3 3JE. More Info: Call: 01793 522044 or Visit: https://www.jollyrogerplay.com

Boomerang Family Play Centre - Melksham Location: Boomerang Family Play Centre, Unit 8, Merlin Way, Bowerhill, SN12 6TJ. More Info: Call: 01225 702000 or Visit: https://boomerangplay.co.uk/

Solstice Play - Amesbury Location: Unit 1 & 2 Minton Distibution Park, London Road, Amesbury, SP4 7RT. More Info: Call: 01980 624911 or Visit: https://www.solsticeplay.co.uk/

Jump In Fun - Salisbury Location: 1C Castlegate Business Park, Old Sarum, Salisbury, SP4 6QX. More Info: Call: 01722 445503 or Visit: https://jumpinfun.co.uk/salisbury/soft-play/

30. Fit For Sport Activity Camps - Bristol Dates: Monday 11th - Thursday 14th April, 8.30am - 5.30pm. Monday 11th - Thursday 14th April, 8.30am - 5.30pm. Locations: Kingswood Active Lifestyle Centre, Church Hill, Bristol, BS16 4HR Yate Active Lifestyle Centre, Kennedy Way, Bristol, BS37 4DQ Horfield Leisure Centre, Dorian Road, Horfield, BS7 0XW Age: Sessions cover 5-6 years old, 7- 8 years old and/or 9-12 years old. (Please bring a healthy packed lunch, a water bottle and weather appropriate clothing) Cost: Horfield Leisure Centre: £34.50. Kingswood & Yate: £30.00 Activities: Activities can include Swimming, Arts & Crafts sessions, Parachute Games, Team Games and Sport Specific Activities. More Info: Call on 0845 4563233 or Email: enquiries@fitforsport.co.uk to arrange a booking or with any questions that you may have. They welcome children with SEND and try to give the right provision based on their needs. Send them an email to enquiries@fitforsport.co.uk and they will forward forms for parents to fill in that will allow Fit For Sport to better understand your child’s needs. 31. Wiltshire Creative - Various Sessions & Activities Opening times: Wednesday 13th April, 10.15am-11.00am, 11.30am-12.15pm or 12.45pm-1.30pm Location: Salisbury Arts Centre, St Edmunds Street, Salisbury SP1 3UT Cost: £2 (Adult is Free). (Child must be accompanied by an adult) Age: 4 - 7 year olds. Who: Families and children with mild/moderate needs. More Info: Email: info@wiltshirecreative.co.uk or Call: 01722 320 333 Visit their website: https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/salisbury-arts-centre/craft-with-wiltshire-scrapstore-april-2022/

If you are interested in attending, then please contact beforehand to discuss any needs and/or requirements to make sure they can be appropriately accommodated.

32. Super Camps - Multi-Activity Day Camps (non residential) Opening Times: Monday 11th - Thursday 14th April 9.00am – 5.00pm. (Extra care available from 8.00am – 6.00pm) Location: The Godolphin School, Milford Hill, Salisbury, SP1 2RA. Royal High School Bath, Gloucester House, Lansdown Road, Bath, BA1 5SZ. Warminster School, Church Street, Warminster, BA12 8PJ. Cost: Godolphin School & Royal High School Bath: £176.00 for a 4 day block or £48.00 per day Warminster School: £168.00 for a 4 day block or £47.00 per day Age: 4 – 12 years old. Who: They approach each case individually, so call on a Monday or Tuesday to discuss your child’s requirements Activities: Arts & Crafts, LEGO building, Team Games and Multi-Sports Sessions. More Info: Email: info@supercamps.co.uk Call: 01235 467300 or Visit: https://www.supercamps.co.uk If you are interested in attending then please contact beforehand to discuss any needs and/or requirements to make sure they can be appropriately accommodated.

Online Group/Activity Providers Contact List 33. Adaptive Martial Arts (AMA) - Zoom Sessions The class is designed to be an interactive beginner’s class, introducing people to martial arts and self defence. It is FREE every Tuesday from 7-8pm on Zoom (https://www.zoom.us/) For details visit: https://www.adaptivema.co.uk/online-classes

34. Young Melksham - Online No Limits Youth Club FREE club including various activities including dancing, music and games (bingo, quizzes etc) for 13 - 25 year olds with SEND. Mondays at 6.30pm - 8.30pm. More information https://www.4youth.org.uk/

35. South Wilts Mencap (SWM) Facebook Group – Online Activities SWM would love to hear from you, share activity ideas with you and generally keep in touch, so they have created a group on Facebook for you to join: https://www.facebook.com/SWMencap/ The Facebook group is private and SWM will moderate the members and content to ensure it is a safe online environment for everyone involved.

36. God Unlimited (GUL) - Pony Zoom Call £15.00 for a 10 minute time slot for a fun packed digital visit from a Gul pony for you and your family. Take your pony for a virtual ride, ask questions and find out about their unique personalities. For more information or to book, visit: https://www.god-unlimited.org/

37. Childline - Calm Zone Childline has a 'calm zone', with videos, activities, games, and calming activities to help children who are worried about anything: https://www.childline.org.uk/toolbox/calm-zone/

38. David Walliams - Free AudioBooks Free books & activities from the World of David Walliams: https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/

Online Learning Resources for SEND Children Calibre Audio - Free Audiobooks Calibre Audio is a national charity lending free audiobooks for anyone who is print disabled. They can be accessed online, are downloadable and/or can be posted to you for free. Visit their website to find out more: https://www.calibreaudio.org.uk/

ITV Signed Stories The website provides useful advice and guidance for parents, carers and teachers of deaf children, and for the deaf parents of hearing children: https://www.signedstories.com/

Sesame Street and Autism Sesame Street has lots of resources on their website for children with autism and their parent carers. Videos, Parenting Videos, Interactive Resources for Kids & Story Books All FREE and can be found on the their website: https://autism.sesamestreet.org/

Home Learning Dyslexic Resources A free digital pack of advice, information and resources to support dyslexic children learning from home. There are also links to a range of organisations that can offer further support: https://www.barringtonstoke.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/BS-Home-Help-pack_FINAL.pdf? fbclid=IwAR1jh4aBBTIVunLKSc_BuSA_ZCxH1SXP0r48qBlCpdF2m8TZhAM_OcGycnQ

Online Learning Resources to Support Children with SEND The Department for Education (DfE) has developed a list of online resources and apps to support home learning. There is a section of resources specifically for young people with SEND: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-online-educationresources#special-educational-needs-and-disabilities-send

Visit the website below or scan the QR Code to find more activity books, audio books, quizzes, resource packs, tips, maths and computer skill games, crafts ideas, online learning and more!

SCAN ME!

https://www.wiltshireparentcarercouncil.co.uk/en/Covid-19__Coronovirus_-_Learning_Resources_and_Activities SCAN ME! You can see other clubs, activities and events on the WPCC What’s On Calendar: https://www.wiltshireparentcarercouncil.co.uk/en/What%27s_on

Useful Information for Parent Carers The CEA Card The CEA Card enables a disabled cinema guest aged 8+ years to receive a complimentary ticket for someone to go with them when they visit a participating cinema. For more information visit: https://www.ceacard.co.uk/apply

Autism Friendly Screenings Dimensions’ innovative autism friendly screenings provide opportunities for people with autism or sensory sensitivity to enjoy a trip to the cinema. For more information, visit: https://www.dimensions-uk.org Or call: 0300 303 9001

FREE Wiltshire Citizens Advice - The Carers Project The Carers Project can help you if you are a carer in Wiltshire and need information or advice about debt or money management issues, benefits, applications for grants from charities for help with essential expenses, completing sickness and disability forms, and appeals or revisions. Telephone: 01249 474064 - If they don’t answer, leave a message and they will call you back. Email: carersproject@citizensadvicewiltshire.org.uk - Email with your contact details and a brief outline of your enquiry.

Disabled Person’s Railcard Get 1/3 off rail fares for you and a friend or family member for travel on the National Rail network in Great Britain. It costs £20.00 for 1 year and £54.00 for 3 years. To find out more, check your eligibility and/or apply for a Disabled Persons Railcard please visit: https://www.disabledpersons-railcard.co.uk/

FREE Just Can’t Wait Card - for when you need the toilet urgently Do you or your child have a medical condition and need to access the toilet urgently? The ‘Just Can’t Wait Card’ is recognised by many shops etc. giving you access to toilets that wouldn’t normally be available to the public. To find out more visit: https://www.bladderandbowel.org/help-information/just-cant-wait-card/

Riding for the Disabled Associations RDA Centres welcome clients with physical and learning disabilities and autism, and there are no age restrictions. They provide fun activities like riding and carriage driving, as well as therapy, fitness, skills development and opportunities for achievement. Find your nearest group here: https://www.rda.org.uk/rda-groups/

Useful Information for Parent Carers The Wiltshire Parent Carer Council (WPCC) works with parent carers of children and young people with special educational needs and/or a disability (SEND) to enable their views and experiences to shape and improve the local services they access. The WPCC is also to provide information, advice and signposting to parent carers of children and young people aged 0 to 25 with SEND. Support, advice and signposting is available by telephone, email and their comprehensive website. Here are a few other resources and ideas that might be helpful...

Using the loo, is it on your Radar? One of the things we know you can’t forget when planning a day trip, is making sure your child can go to the loo. Many accessible toilets are part of the National Key Scheme, so can only be used by people with a Radar key. If you haven’t already got one, you can purchase them for £6.00 from Disability Rights. www.disabilityrightsu k.myshopify.com/ products/radar-key

Please send any tips or places that you know of to the WPCC and we will share

Merlin’s Magic Wand The Charity provides complimentary tickets and fund a contribution towards a travel grant for families to enjoy their day at a Merlin Entertainments’ attractions, such as: LEGOLAND Resort® theme parks, SEA LIFE Centres, and Madame Tussauds. Visit their website for more information… www.merlinsmagicwand.org/apply-for-a-day-out/making-anapplication.aspx

Kids Pass Whether it’s day-trip adventures, cinema missions, or cosy bites to eat – it’s never full price with Kids Pass. Up to 57% off days out & attractions Kids Go Free at Aquariums, Restaurants & more 30% off adults & child cinema tickets Up to 25% off family holidays & resorts You can try the pass for just £1 for 30 days www.kidspass.co.uk

There is lots more information about support etc. for parent carers on the WPCC website and WPCC newsletters. Don’t forget to visit the WPCC Coronavirus webpages.

www.wiltshireparentcarercouncil.co.uk

Useful Information for Parent Carers

Inclusion funding for settings Early Years Inclusion Support Funding is a financial contribution for early years settings towards the inclusion of children aged 0-5 who have a disability or difficulty that creates a barrier to their learning. The funding is ‘Needs Led’. An Early Years Inclusion Officer and your setting will discuss any additional support required, in partnership with parents. The funding can be used by the setting for

training, resources or support which is additional to or different from what is normally expected to be provided within your setting. It is neither the expectation nor intention that the additional funding will provide 1-1 continuous support.

For more information about Early Years Inclusion Funding 01225 757985 Email contact: earlyyears@wiltshire.gov.uk

TAX FREE CHILD-CARE Tax-Free Childcare is a new UK-wide government scheme to help working parents with the cost of childcare. It was rolled out to parents from early 2017.

● Eligible parents (both parents will have to be in work, and each expecting to earn at least £115 a week – and not more than £100,000 each year) will be able to open an online childcare account. The money held in these accounts can only be used by parents to pay for registered childcare (Preschools, childminders, day nurseries and school based care that is paid for, such as after-school clubs) • For every £8 parents pay in to their childcare account, the government will pay in an additional £2 up to a maximum of £2,000 per child per year (or £4,000 for disabled children). Parents will then be able to use the funds to pay for registered childcare - but only if their childcare provider has signed up to the scheme. • When the scheme was introduced, childcare providers will have been sent a letter inviting them to sign up to Tax-Free Childcare. The letter contains a code, which they’ll need alongside their ten-digit Unique Tax Reference (UTR) number to sign-up. (If they’ve lost the letter, they need to get a new one sent by calling 0300 123 4097).

Children’s Centres 0-5s What are children’s centres? Children’s centres are places where parents with children aged 0 – 5 years old can share the challenges and joys of parenthood. They offer a range of activities and support services to help you with all aspects of parenting to make sure your child gets the best start in life. Wiltshire has 13 children’s centre buildings located across the county offering families of 0-5 year olds a variety of services. Children’s centre services are also provided in a range of venues in local communities so that families can access support close to where they live. Children’s centre services in Wiltshire are run on behalf of Wiltshire Council by two voluntary organisations: Spurgeons and The Rise Trust. Services offered from centres include: • General information, advice and support for parents of young children • Information on how to access childcare provided by nurseries or childminders • Family support services • Easy access to children’s health services, including midwives and health visitors • Support for children with special needs including sensory rooms • Links with Jobcentre Plus, local training providers, further and higher education institutions • Messy play, rhyme time sessions, stay and play sessions Families with children with additional needs • Children’s centres can provide support to parents and children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). • Each children’s centre will be able to provide information on Wiltshire’s SEND Local Offer • Some centres hold support groups, and most have sensory rooms fully equipped to provide a safe, comfortable and colourful environment for you and your child to play together.

For more information on your local children’s centre and the services provided, please contact the centre on the telephone numbers listed below.

Children’s Centre

Address

Telephone No.

North Wiltshire – The Rise Trust Calne Children’s Centre

Prince Charles Drive, Calne, SN11 8TG 01249 823247

Cricklade Children’s Centre

Bath Road, Cricklade, SN6 6AX

01793 759187

Spring Rise Children’s Centre

Frogwell, Chippenham, SN14 0DH

01249 464008

The Rise Children’s Centre

St Paul’s Primary School, The Oaks, Chippenham, SN15 1DU

01249 463040

Royal Wootton Bassett Children’s Centre

Byron Avenue, Wootton Bassett, SN4 8BA

01793 851224

Children’s Centres 0-5s cont’d… Children’s Centre

Address

Telephone No.

Southbroom Infants School, The Green, Devizes, SN10 5AA

01380 739835

East Wiltshire - Spurgeons Devizes South Children’s Centre Pewsey Children’s Centre

Building Closed - Please contact Devizes Children Centre

Windmill Hill Children’s Centre .

Wylye Road, Tidworth, SP9 7QR .

01980 843010 .

South Wiltshire - Spurgeons Hubert Hamilton Road, Bulford Camp, Salisbury, SP4 9JY 73a Pinewood Way, Bemerton Heath, Salisbury, SP2 9HX

Bulford Children’s Centre Little Folly Children’s Centre

01980 632660 01722 414301

Mere Children’s Centre

Building Closed - Please contact Spurgeons on 01933 412412

Salisbury City Children’s Centre

Building Closed - Please contact Spurgeons on 01933 412412

Tisbury Children’s Centre

Weaveland Rd, Tisbury, SP3 6HJ

01747 861108 .

West Wiltshire - Spurgeons Longfield Community Children’s Centre

Building Closed - Please contact Canberra Children’s Centre

Canberra Children’s Centre

56a Spa Road, Melksham, SN12 7NY

01225 705225

Studley Green Children’s Centre

Westfield Rd, Trowbridge, BA14 9JQ

01225 719753

White Horse Children’s Centre

Eden Vale Rd, Westbury, BA13 3NY

01373 824593

Childcare helpline If you have any queries relating to childcare, need information or advice, contact Wiltshire Council’s Early Year’s Team on this number:

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Wiltshire Parent Carer Council Registration Form Please complete, if you are not already registered and you wish to be added to the WPCC database, so that we can send you information on a regular basis

PARENT CARER CONTACT DETAILS Name……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Address……………………………………………………………………………………………… Postcode ……………………….. Telephone number: ……………………………………… Mobile…….………………….. Email….………….…………….……….. OTHER INFORMATION: ETHNICITY? (E.g. White/British etc.) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ABOUT YOUR CHILD/REN WITH A DISABILITY or ADDITIONAL NEEDS

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No. of Children/Young People with a disability in your family: …………….…….. Child Name

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