SEND-specific activities

SEND family swim sessions at Fenton Manor (all ages) - *new date added* 

• Fenton Manor, City Road, Fenton, ST4 2RR
• Wednesday 8 April - 12 - 2pm
• Held in our warm teaching pool (maximum depth 1m), these sessions provide a safe, calm, and welcoming space for swimmers of all abilities.
• Tel 01782 233 222 to book a place

Our Space Easter family sessions

• Our Space, The Brook Centre, Stanier Street, Newcastle, ST5 2SU
• Wednesday 8 April, 1:30 - 4pm - family session for all ages
• Thursday 9 April, 10am - 12:30pm - family session for children with SEND age 7 and under (plus siblings)
• Our Space say, "We have a large, secure outdoor space and a range of specialist trikes to suit all ages. We have indoor play areas, including a soft play area. Our family sessions give the opportunity for children and young people with SEND to come along with parents/carers and siblings to enjoy our facilities together.
• Please contact office@ourspacestaffs.org.uk to book your places. Places can also be booked through Stoke Aiming High - Our Space Holiday Family Sessions with Our Space (Staffs) Ltd · Eequ
• Please contact Our Space – office@ourspacestaffs.org.uk for costs and payment details

Online Audio Book Club for blind and partially sighted young people (ages 10 - 25)

• Monday 6 April, 5-6pm
• Thursday 9 April, 5-6pm
• To find out more and book a place, visit Activities and events – Royal Society for Blind Children
• The Royal Society for Blind Children say, "These sessions are for anyone from ages 10 to 25 with a vision impairment, who loves stories and tales, and wants to meet like-minded peers!"
• Free

SEND Youth club (ages 12-24)

• Bentilee Neighbourhood Centre, Dawlish Drive, Bentilee, ST2 0EU
• Tuesday 7 April, 6:45pm - 8:45pm
• Meet other young people and make friends while you enjoy activities like playing pool, board games and arts and crafts.
• For more information email alan.mason@stoke.gov.uk or call 07717 714 299
• Free

SEND Youth club (ages 12-24)

• Chell Heath Family Hub, Bishop Rd, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 6QW
• Wednesday 8 April, 6:45pm - 8:45pm
• Meet other young people and make friends while you enjoy activities like playing pool, board games and arts and crafts.
• For more information email alan.mason@stoke.gov.uk or call 07717 714 299
• Free

Dimensions Sensory Splash session

• Dimensions Leisure Centre Scotia Road, Burslem, ST6 4ET
• Friday 10 April, 7-8pm 
• Sunday 12 April, 9-10am
• A SEND sensory family session will be in a fun-filled environment designed to stimulate and engage different senses.
• £5.30 per person, carers free.
• For more information and booking: • Call us at 01782 233500 • Email us at dimensions@stoke.gov.uk

Indi Club day time activities (age 16+)

• Ralph Dr, Stoke-on-Trent ST1 6HZ
• Tuesday 7 April  - AM Arts and crafts with Clare / PM Topic Tuesdays with Anna
• Wednesday 8 April - AM Multisports with Stoke City Community Trust / PM Spring wreath making session
• Friday 10 April - AM ETS Indi martial arts with Pete or crafts with Karen / PM Dance session with ABSOD
• From ages 14-16+ but to access independently you need to be over 18 and independent with all personal care needs.
• To find out more information, contact bookings@projectindi.org.uk or tel 07709 716 293 or 01782 212 000
• To book visit: Project Indi
• Cost: £11 for half day session, £20 for full day session, carers go free

Together Thursday with Indi Club - Karaoke and disco

• Ralph Dr, Stoke-on-Trent ST1 6HZ
• Thursday 9 April, 4:30pm - 8:30pm
• An inclusive and welcoming weekly social night where you can connect, have fun, and experience new and exciting activities.
• From ages 14-16+ but to access independently you need to be over 18 and independent with all personal care needs
• For more information, contact bookings@projectindi.org.uk or tel 07709 716 293 or 01782 212 000
• Book online here: Project Indi
• £5 per person

Other activities you may enjoy:

These activities are not SEND-specific. All information is provided by the organisers. Please do contact them to find out any further details that are important for your family.

Spring fun with Family Hubs (ages 0-12)

• Tuesday 7 April, 1-3pm - Hanley Market Family Hub, Potteries Shopping Centre basement, ST1 1PP
• Wednesday 8 April, 1-3pm - Normacot Family Hub, Buccleuch Road, ST3 4RF
• Friday 10 April, 1-3pm - Abbey Hulton Family Hub, Abbots Road, ST2 8DU
• Crafts, games and lots of fun for children and families
• For updates see Facebook
• Free, no need to book.

Stay and play with Family Hubs (ages 0-5)

• Tuesday 7 April, 10am - 12pm - Blurton Family Hub, Finstock Avenu, ST3 3JU
• Thursday 9 April, 1 - 3pm -  Chell Heath Family Hub, Bishops Road, ST6 6QW
• Friday 10 April, 10am - 12pm - Tunstall Family Hub
• Come along to play, explore, and have a happy time together!
• For updates see Facebook
• Free, no need to book.

Family Hubs Sensory Rooms

• Abbey Hulton Family Hub, 71 Abbots Rd, ST2 8DU - telephone 01782 237 100
• Blurton Family Hub, Finstock Avenue, ST3 3JU - telephone 01782 234 815 to book 
• Chell Heath Family Hub, Bishop Road, ST6 6QW - telephone 01782 2320 977 to book
• Normacot Family Hub, Buccleuch Road, ST3 4RF -  telephone 01782 237 500 to book
• Shelton Family Hub, College Road, ST4 2DQ -  telephone 01782 237 100 to book
• Suitable for any age and can be therapeutic for people with a wide range of different needs.
• Must be booked in advance, Bookings are for one-hour slots.
• FREE

The Greatest Showman: Sing-along (relaxed screening) - ages 7+

• The Brampton Museum, Brampton Park, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Newcastle ST5 0QP
• Sunday 12 April - 2pm
• Good to know, the venue is wheelchair accessible with wheelchair accessible toilet facilities.This is a relaxed film screening with a fun sing-along element. There will be lower noise levels and higher light levels that a regular cinema. There will be space at the back of the room to walk around.  For more details visit Easy access at Brampton Museum – Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council
• Brampton Museum say, " Join us for a big screen sing-along of the 2017 feature film "The Greatest Showman" starring Hugh Jackman as P.T. Barnum." 
• £5.50 per person, with assistance available for families who need it.
• Buy tickets here: The Greatest Showman: Sing-a-long at Brampton Museum event tickets from TicketSource
• For more information please contact bramptonmuseum@newcastle-staffs.gov.uk / 01782 619705

Dinosaur fun at Affinity Talke

• Affinity Staffordshire, Talke, ST7 1XD
• Friday 10 April - Dino DNA Day
  • Showtimes: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2:30pm
  • At 3:30pm - watch out! The dinosaur is let loose to roam the centre for an unforgettable encouter!
• Affinity say, "Get creative and unleash your imagination at our dinosaur themed workshop! Build your very own dinosaur, and enjoy wooden dinosaur colouring fun.Join us again for our interactive live shows, packed with amazing dino facts, laughs, and exciting giveaways for all ages."
• Free event, no need to book, for more info: What's On Blog | Affinity Staffs

Big Cup play sessions (ages 0-8)

• Tuesday 7 April - 9:30 - 11:30 am - Tunstall Family Hub, ST6 5TP
• Tuesday 7 April - 1 - 3 pm - Harper House (Middleport Matters), ST6 3QU
• Easter crafts, games and fun. 
• Good to know: venues are wheelchair accessible with wheelchair-accessible toilet facilities. Please note that Harper House has a small step. Alice Charity say, "We make our activities accessible for all and will always adapt them where needed."
• For more information please contact Alice Charity, 01782 614838 or info@alicecharity.org
• Free activity - no need to book

Cosmic Kids - crafts in space (age 6+)

• Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley, ST1 4HG
• Tuesday 7 April11am - Alien antenna pencil covers
• MAC say: “Our workshops can support those who have special educational needs and can be adapted to wheelchair users. Please let us know in advance so we can plan for it. Communication support can be provided for children and parents with hearing impariment - please email to arrange”.
• Pop into the event on Monday 16 Feb for free soup and a sandwich.
• Book at place by calling 01782 409 307. More information from education@mitchellartscentre.co.uk and Mitchell Arts Centre
• £5 - ticket admits 1 child to create 1 piece, with 1 observing adult.

Bee Active sports holiday clubs

• Running at a variety of locations across and around Stoke-on-Trent  including Ash Green Primary Academy and Meir Heath Academy
• Tuesday 7 - Friday 10 April
• Sports Holiday Clubs promote healthy lifestyle choices and will improve children’s skills and knowledge of many different sports and activities.
• Good to know: "We aim to make all of our services as inclusive as possible. At the point of creating your account you will be prompted to enter any medical or behavioural information that our team would need to be aware of that may affect participation. Any information provided here will be instantly available to the coaching team on site" Please see further information FAQs - Bee Active
• To book: Bee Active
• Cost: full day, 9:30am - 3:30pm: £28.52 (half sessions and wraparound sessions are available)

Terra Tuesdays at Vellichor Books

• 11-12 Piccadilly Arcade, Hanley, ST1 1DL
• Tuesday, 7 April, 5pm - 9pm
• The place to play, paint and meet like-minded Warhammer fans.
• Please contact Vellichor Books for further details vellichorbooks@outlook.com or 07538 322 271.
• Please note that wheelchair access is unfortunately limited.
• £5 per person, places must be booked in advance.

Games Knights at Vellichor Books

• 11-12 Piccadilly Arcade, Hanley, ST1 1DL
• Wednesday 8 April, 5pm - 9pm
• Delve into a world of fantasy with Dungeons and Dragons, or the never ending war in Warhammer 40K. There is also a host of other tabletop games to enjoy.
• Please contact Vellichor Books for further details vellichorbooks@outlook.com or 07538 322 271.
• Please note that wheelchair access is unfortunately limited.
• £5 per person, places must be booked in advance.

Easter trail @ Tittesworth Reservoir

• Meerbrook, Leek, ST13 8SW
• Saturday 28 March - Sunday 12 April, 10am - 4pm
• The Easter Bunny has hidden a trail of eggs and they need your help finding them!
• Tittesworth have an accessible playground they describe as suitable for 2-15 year olds. There is a sandpit and an area for den building. There are disabled toilets.The trail is accessible and pushchair friendly.
• Call 01538 300 188 for more information or visit Easter Trail | Tittesworth events | Tittesworth Water | Our Visitor Sites | Severn Trent Water
• £4 for the trail