Your Guide to ,
and
for children & young adults aged 0 - 25yrs who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Contents Page How to use the Short Breaks Bulletin Face to Face Activities Contents Online Activities Contents
3 4-5 6
Face to Face Activities Information
7 - 17
Online Activities Information
18
Online Learning Resources & Activities for SEND children
19
Useful Information for Parent Carers
20 - 22
Children’s Centres Information
23
WPCC Registration Form
24
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 Short Breaks 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.
The item number corresponds to the activity/resource name.
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.
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.
3
Face-Face Groups/Activities Contents Item Number
Short Break Activity/Item Name
(1)
Elizabeth House - Blue Skies - Salisbury
(2)
Elizabeth House - Social Club - Salisbury
(3)
Barnardo’s Kingfisher Club - Chippenham
(4)
Karaoke Disco - Devizes
(5)
Wiltshire Music Centre - Zone Club - Bradford-On-Avon
(6)
South Wilts Mencap - Dolphins Swimming Group - Salisbury
(7)
South Wilts Mencap - Music Group - Salisbury
(8)
Springfield Community Campus - Inclusive Play Session - Corsham
(9)
4Youth - No Limits Youth Club - Atworth
(10)
Hope Nature Centre - Animal Park - Southwick
(11)
Fairfield Farm College - Holiday Activities - Westbury
(12)
Ta-Dah SEN - Baking, Painting and Sensory Sessions - Salisbury
(13)
Rein & Shine - Pony Day - Swindon
(14)
Rein & Shine - Pony Camp - Swindon
(15)
Neptune Aquatics - Starfish Hydrotherapy Pool- Chippenham
(16)
Hidden Woods – Saplings (Parent & Toddler Group) - Farleigh Wood
(17)
Adaptive Martial Arts - Classic Sessions - Bristol
(18)
Buzz Action - The Element Café - Amesbury
4
Face-Face Groups/Activities Contents Item Number
Short Break Activity/Item Name
(19)
Buzz Action - Amesbury Youth Café - Amesbury
(20)
DS Active - Football - Bristol
(21)
Boccia - Devizes
(22)
Seeds 4 Success - Bridging Club - Mere
(23)
Fit For Sport Activity Camps - Bristol
(24)
All Aboard Watersports – Multi-Watersport Holiday Club - Bristol
(25)
All Aboard Watersports – Sailing Holiday Club - Bristol
(26)
Freedog - Trampolining & Climbing - Swindon
(27)
Wiltshire Creative - Bemerton Beach Party - Salisbury
(28)
Wiltshire Creative - Tidworth Family Fiesta - Tidworth
(29)
Wiltshire Creative - Family Miz Maze Walk - Hampshire
(30)
Wiltshire Creative - Froggy’s Famous Fan Club - Salisbury
(31)
Super Camps - Multi-Activity Day Camps - Salisbury
(32)
Soft Play Centre Activities - Various Locations
(33)
Local Parks & Open Spaces
(34)
Riding For Disabled Associations
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:
5
Online Activities Contents Item Number
Short Break Activity / Item Name
(35)
Adaptive Martial Arts - Zoom Sessions
(36)
Young Melksham - Online No Limits Youth Club
(37)
South Wilts Mencap (SWM) Facebook Group – Online Activities
(38)
God Unlimited (GUL) - Pony Zoom Call
(39)
Childline - Calm Zone
(40)
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!
SCAN ME!
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
6
SCAN ME!
Face to Face Group/Activity Providers’ Contact List Activity Clubs! (for any child or young person with additional needs):1. 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 2. 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 3. Barnardo’s Kingfisher Club - Chippenham Dates: Saturdays 28th May and 4th June, 10.00am - 12.00pm. Age: 8 - 18 year olds. Location: YMCA Redland Nursery, Brook St, Chippenham, SN14 0JA. Cost: £2.50 per person. Who: For children/ young people with an autistic spectrum condition. Activities: Arts and crafts, music and cookery.
You need to contact Barnardos before attending to discuss your child/young person’s needs/requirements to make sure it is the right club for them. More Info: Call 07590 624260 or email: julieann.hiscocks@barnardos.org.uk 4. Karaoke Disco - Devizes Dates: Saturdays 28th May and 4th June, 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Age: 16+ year olds. Location: Nursteed Community Centre, Nursteed Rd, Devizes, SN10 3AF. Cost: £5.00 per person (includes refreshments) Who: Young People & Adults with Learning Disabilities. Activities: Disco and karaoke. More Info: Tel: 02890 135939 or 07754 401260 or email: enquiries@chsrecruitment.co.uk
7
5. Wiltshire Music Centre - Zone Club (Jubliee Party Session) Dates: Saturday 4th June, 10.00am - 2.30pm. (First Saturday of each month) Age: 16+ year olds. Location: Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZ. Cost: 1st Session: FREE. Then £20.00 per person for future sessions. Parent Carer - FREE Who: For young people with a learning disability. Activities: Monthly music-making project for young adults, where they can create their own music, lyrics, dance and films, supported by musicians, music therapists, film-makers and theatre practitioners. More Info: Call 01225 860 100 or email: zoneclub@wiltshiremusic.org.uk Or visit: https://www.wiltshiremusic.org.uk/learn-take-part/zone-club
6. South Wilts Mencap - Dolphins Swimming Group Opening times: Saturday 4th June, 5.00pm - 6.00pm. (1st & 3rd Saturday of every month) Age: 0 - 25 year olds. Location: Five Rivers Leisure Centre, Hulse Road, Salisbury, SP1 3NR. Cost: £3 members. £5 non-members. Accompanying carers/ family/ guardian - FREE. Who: Open to people with disabilities and/or additional needs, their families, carers and friends. Activities: Accessible swimming sessions. More Info: Call 07395155607 or email pip.reis@southwiltsmencap.org.uk or sarah@southwiltsmencap.org.uk
7. South Wilts Mencap - Music Group Opening times: Saturday 4th June, 5.00pm - 6.00pm. (1st & 3rd Saturday of every month) Age: 18+ year olds. Location: Five Rivers Leisure Centre, Hulse Road, Salisbury, SP1 3NR. Cost: Taster Session - FREE. Weekly - £2.00 per person. Who: Open to people with learning disabilities. Activities: Weekly fun music, singing, dancing and crafting sessions and a chance to catch up with friends. You need to contact before attending and fill out a membership form! More Info: Call 07395155607 or email or sarah@southwiltsmencap.org.uk
8. Springfield Community Campus - Inclusive Play Session Opening times: Saturday 4th June, 3.00pm - 5.00pm. Age: 4 - 12 year olds. Location: Springfield Community Campus, Beechfield Road, Corsham, SN13 9DN. Cost: £3.50 per child. £2 per additional child. Who: Children with complex and/ or additional needs. Activities: Friendly and informal session where you can chat, play and have fun. More Info: Tel: 01249 468460 Email: mickabrack@yahoo.com
7
9. 4Youth - No Limits Youth Club Opening times: Monday 30th May, 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/ 10. Hope Nature Centre - Animal Park Opening times: Monday to Sunday, 10.00am - 4.00pm. Location: Hope Nature Centre, Southwick Country Park, BA14 9QD. Cost: Normal Park Entry Prices. Age: All ages. Activities: Set in 15 acres of the Southwick Country Park, the animal park is home to a large . . number of animals of all varieties. When visiting, you’ll find Alpaca, Donkeys, Emus, . . Goats, Sheep, Pigs and many more. More Info: Call: 01225 759075 or email: info@hopenaturecentre.org.uk . . Visit: https://www.hopenaturecentre.org.uk/animal-park/ 11. Fairfield Farm College - Holiday Activities Opening times: Arts & Crafts: Wednesday 1st June, 10.00am - 3.00pm. Horse Workshop: Tuesday 31st May, 10.00am - 3.00pm. (BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL) 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: Arts & Crafts activities or Horse related activities including grooming and riding. 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/
12. Ta-Dah SEN - Various SEND Activities Opening times: Sensory Activities: Monday 30th May, 9.00am - 12.00pm or 1.00pm - 4.00pm. Art Activities: Thursday 2nd June, 9.00am - 12.00pm or 1.00pm - 4.00pm. Baking Activities: Friday 3rd June, 9.00am - 12.00pm or 1.00pm - 4.00pm. Age: 4 - 25 year olds. Location: Salisbury (Exact location to be confirmed at time of booking) Cost: £15.00 per child for 3 hour session Who: All abilities. Activities: Baking, art 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
9
13. Rein & Shine - Pony Day Opening times: Monday 30th May and Thursday 2nd June, 9.30am – 3.00pm. Location: Rein and Shine Equestrian Centre, 1 Buryhill Farm, Braydon, SN5 0AD. Cost: £91.00 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.
14. Rein & Shine - Pony Camp Opening times: Tuesday 31st May - Wednesday 1st June, 9.30am – 3.00pm. Location: Rein and Shine Equestrian Centre, 1 Buryhill Farm, Braydon, SN5 0AD. Cost: £190.00 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 and rosettes. More Info: Call: 01666 860068 or Email: info@reinandshine.co.uk Website: https://www.reinandshine.co.uk/riding-school/riding-courses/pony-days-camps/ 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.
SCAN ME
15. 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.
10
SCAN ME
16. Hidden Woods – Saplings (Parent & Toddler Group) Opening times: Friday 3rd June, 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
17. Adaptive Martial Arts - Classic Sessions Opening times: Sundays: 2.00pm – 5.00pm (1-to-1 sessions on demand). Location: Shine Sports Ground, Lime Trees Road, Bristol, BS6 7XW. Cost: 1st Lesson Free then £7.50 per session / £10.00 per 2 people. 1-to-1: £35 per session. Age: 6+ years old. Who: Children & young people and their families/friends. Activities: Training in various martial arts. (Baggy clothes will be unsuitable, please wear something not too restricting but not baggy) More Info: Email: info@adaptivema.co.uk or . . Visit: https://www.adaptivema.co.uk/classes
18. Buzz Action - The Element Cafe Opening times: Wednesday 1st June, 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
19. Buzz Action - Amesbury Youth Cafe Opening times: Friday 3rd June, 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
11
SCAN ME
20. DS Active (Bristol) - Football Opening times are: Sundays: 29th May and 5th June, 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
21. Boccia Opening times: Saturday: 28th May, 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.
22. Seeds 4 Success - Bridging Club Opening times: Tuesday 31st May, 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: DVD & Wii games nights, skittles & pub games, sports, cookery, arts and crafts & more! More Info: Contact Gavin Sheen on 07552398279 or email: gav@seeds4success.org.uk if you need to find out more/register to attend.
23. Fit For Sport Activity Camps - Bristol Dates: Monday 30th May and Wednesday 1st June, 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.
12
24. All Aboard Watersports – Multi-Watersport Holiday Club Opening times: Monday 30th May – Friday 3rd June, 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. 25. All Aboard Watersports – Sailing Holiday Club Opening times: Monday 30th May – Friday 3rd June, 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.
26. 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
SCAN ME
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.
13
27. Wiltshire Creative - Bemerton Beach Party Opening Times: Saturday 28th May, 11.30am - 4.00pm. Location: Bemerton Heath Centre, 58-60 Pinewood Way, Salisbury, SP2 9HU. Age: All ages. Cost: FREE Activities: This free, family-friendly day will start with a Fun Run followed by an afternoon at the Beach with street theatre, seaside sports, seaside crafts, tasty treats and much more. More Info: Telephone: 01722 320 117. Email: ben@rise61.org Visit: https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/festival/bemerton-beach-party/ 28. Wiltshire Creative - Tidworth Family Fiesta Opening Times: Tuesday 31st May, 11.00am - 4.00pm. Location: Tidworth Leisure Centre, Nadder Road, Tidworth, SP9 7QN. Age: All ages. Cost: FREE Activities: There will be something for all the family to enjoy for free, including performances, workshops, street theatre and more. More Info: Telephone: 01722 320 117. Email: info@wiltshirecreative.co.uk Visit: https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/festival/tidworth-family-fiesta/ 29. Wiltshire Creative - Family Miz Maze Walk Opening Times: Sunday 29th May, 10.00am - 4.00pm. Location: Breamore Miz Maze, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 2DF. Age: Ideal for families with children aged 5+ years. Cost: £3.00 per person. Activities: Explore Breamore Miz Maze and the surrounding area on this family walk that includes a mini-scavenger hunt, map-reading skills and local history. More Info: Telephone: 01722 320 117. Email: info@wiltshirecreative.co.uk Visit: https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/festival/family-miz-maze-walk/ 30. Wiltshire Creative - Froggy’s Famous Fan Club Opening Times: Sunday 29th May, 11.00am - 12.00pm or 2.15 - 3.15pm. Location: Rehearsal Room, Salisbury Playhouse, Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, SP2 7RA. Age: Under 5 year olds and their family. Cost: £12.00 per ticket. Activities: A joyful and exciting participatory music show for pre-schoolers with live music on banjo, ukulele and accordion. More Info: Telephone: 01722 320 117. Email: info@wiltshirecreative.co.uk Visit: https://www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/festival/froggys-famous-fan-club/ 31. Super Camps - Multi-Activity Day Camps (non residential) Opening Times: Monday 30th May - Wednesday 1st June, 9.00am – 5.00pm. (Extra care available from 8.00am – 6.00pm) Location: The Godolphin School, Milford Hill, Salisbury, SP1 2RA. Cost: £176.00 for a 4 day block or £48.00 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 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.
14
32. 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/
15
33. Parks & Open Spaces! Check you local council website to find out what local parks/play areas and open spaces are available to visit while the sun is out! Many have free to use play areas, outdoor gym equipment, splash-pads and other fun activities.
Trowbridge Website: https://www.trowbridge.gov.uk/local-parks/
Warminster Website: https://warminster-tc.gov.uk/activities/lake-pleasure-grounds/
Swindon Website: https://www.swindon.gov.uk/directory/24/parks_and_open_spaces_in_swindon
Melksham Website: https://www.melksham-tc.gov.uk/melksham-town/parks-recreation
Royal Wootton Bassett Website: https://www.royalwoottonbassett.gov.uk/play-parks/
Calne Website: https://www.calne.gov.uk/green-spaces/
Marlborough Website: https://www.marlborough-tc.gov.uk/visitors/open-spaces-play-areas
Devizes Website: https://www.devizes-tc.gov.uk/parks-and-open-spaces/
Chippenham Website: https://www.chippenham.gov.uk/parks-and-outdoor-spaces
Amesbury Website: https://www.amesburytowncouncil.gov.uk/parks-open-spaces
Salisbury Website: https://www.salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk/responsibilities/parks-open-spaces
16
34. Riding for the Disabled Associations RDA Groups are individual charities and are run by highly qualified instructors and trained volunteers. Groups vary in size, opening times and in the activities they offer, but all them operate to the same high standards of training, professionalism and care. All Groups will focus on riding as therapy, but this is not all… as well as riding, many Groups offer a variety of equestrian disciplines including carriage driving, showjumping, vaulting and endurance riding. As well as other skills such as learning to care for the horses. You may just want to attend your Group and enjoy the activities on offer, but if you’d like to get more involved there’s also always opportunities to volunteer.
Find your nearest group here:
http://www.rda.org.uk/rda-groups/
17
Online Group/Activity Providers Contact List 35. 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 36. 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/
37. 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.
38. 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/
39. 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/
40. David Walliams - Free AudioBooks Free books & activities from the World of David Walliams: https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/
18
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
19
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/
Longleat Concessionary Annual Pass You can purchase a pass to a whole YEAR of fun! Enjoy a day out with friends and family or simply pop in for an after school treat. Any guest able to provide evidence of disability will be entitled to bring a registered carer free of charge with a Carer's Annual Pass. Please bring proof of additional needs to Longleat on the day of your visit. Visit: https://www.longleat.co.uk/tickets/concessionary-annual-pass
20
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
21
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).
22
Children’s Centres 0-5s 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. 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 • 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 • Provide support to parents and children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). • Provide information on Wiltshire’s SEND Local Offer 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.
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
The Oaks, Chippenham, SN15 1DU
01249 463040
Wootton Bassett Children’s Centre
Byron Avenue, Wootton Bassett, SN4 8BA
01793 851224
Devizes South Children’s Centre
The Green, Devizes, SN10 5AA
01380 739835
Windmill Hill Children’s Centre
Wylye Road, Tidworth, SP9 7QR
01980 843010
Bulford Children’s Centre
Bulford Camp, Salisbury, SP4 9JY
01980 632660
Little Folly Children’s Centre
Bemerton Heath, Salisbury, SP2 9HX
01722 414301
Tisbury Children’s Centre
Weaveland Rd, Tisbury, SP3 6HJ
01747 861108
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:
Call: 0300 003 4561 Visit: https://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/schoolseducationandlearning/ earlyyearsandchildcare.htm
23
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
Tear this page off and post to the address below
No. of Children/Young People with a disability in your family: …………….…….. Child Name
Date of Birth
Diagnosis
1st Child
……………………………..
…………………………..
…………………….……………………………………….
2nd Child
……………………………..
…………………………..
…………………..…………………………………………
3rd Child
……………………………..
………………………….
…………………………………………………………….
SCHOOL NAME AND TYPE: (E.g. Rowdeford/Special school) 1st Child………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2nd Child…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3rdChild……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. By signing, I agree to the Wiltshire Parent Carer Council (WPCC) holding this information on a secure computer database so that WPCC volunteer Parent Representatives and/or SENDIS Information Officers may contact me directly. Furthermore, I understand that the WPCC subscribes to ‘yourmailinglistprovider’ and ‘Sinch’ and that if I have provided an email address or mobile telephone number, these will be added to WPCC’s subscription providers. You may unsubscribe and ask to be removed from our database at any time by contacting us or clicking ’Unsubscribe’.
SIGNED ……………………………………………………………………….. Date…………………………………………………………..
Return Address: FREEPOST WPCC (No Stamp or Address Needed) 24