Aiming High activities

Aiming High is a programme of fun activities and short breaks for children and young people with Special Educational Need/Disability (SEND) and their families in Stoke-on-Trent. An Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP) is not needed to take part in these activities. The programme enables children and young people to have fun with children of the same age, whilst at the same time giving a break to families from their caring role. The aim of the programme is to build independence and provide new experiences.

Due to the high demand for our Aiming High programme, pre-booking is essential via our new EEQU booking system.

Booking requests for activities can be made a month in advance. The monthly booking window opens at 8am on the dates below:

• June activities - 01/05/2025
• July activities - 02/06/2025
• Aug activities - 01/07/2025
• Sep activities - 01/08/2025
• Oct activities - 01/09/2025
• Nov activities - 01/10/2025
• Dec activities - 03/11/2025
• Jan activities - 01/12/2025
• Feb activities - 05/01/2026
• March activities - 02/02/2026

This link will guide you on to how to create an account and make a booking: How parents book a SEND Short Break

The link to book an activity is here: Book an activity.

There will be a variety of activities each month to choose from including:

• Swimming
• Arts and crafts
• Drama
• Dance 
• Community outings
• Sport activities
• Outdoor adventures
• After school and holiday clubs

If you have any questions please contact us on  Aiming.High@stoke.gov.uk

Thank you so much for your understanding and patience during this service change.  We want to do our best to ensure that what we offer meets the needs of your child, children and your family.