SEND-specific activities

Ability Counts Football coaching session (ages 5 - 15)

• Stoke City Academy Dome, Denis Violet Avenue, ST4 4TN
• Friday 8 August, 11am - 2pm
• SCFC say, "PAN Disability Soccer School is football session for any participants with a registered disability. We pride ourselves on its inclusivity and will always look to accommodate you. 
• Suitable footwear to be worn (Moulded boots or Astro Turf trainers). No metal studs to be worn. Shinpads, and packed lunch required."
• For more information and to book a place, visit Book Summer Soccer Schools
• £10 per child

Youth Pan Disability Football (ages 8-11)

• Port Vale Foundation, Tommy Cheadle’s, Entrance C, ST6 1AW
• Tuesday 5 August, 5pm – 6pm
• Youth PAN disability football sessions aimed at young people aged between 8 and 11 years old, providing young people with the opportunity to enjoy and play football whilst developing their skills and confidence. 
• Book at Book Youth Pan Disability Football (ages 8-11)
• You can find out more information by calling 01782 757066
• For ages 8-11
• Free

Other activities you may enjoy:

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

Tales in the Park (0-14 years)

• Tuesday 5 August, 11am - 3pm: Yeaman Street Rec, Yeaman Street, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 4AP
• Friday 8 August, 11am - 3pm: Fenton Park, Victoria Road, ST4 2HQ
• The Literacy Trust invites all families from across the city to 'Tales in the Park' taking place this summer! These family-friendly storytelling festivals are completely free and promise a day filled with fun and creativity for children of all ages.Highlights include:
  • Captivating storytelling sessions
  • Interactive draw-along sessions
  • Free books for the children
  • Facepainting and craft activities
  • Pop-up sports
  • Bouncy castle
  • And much more!
• Suitable for ages 0-14
• Free

Hula Land workshop

• Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley, ST1 4HG
• Monday 4 August: registration 9:45 am, workshop 12pm – 1:30pm - book here: Mitchell Arts Centre
• Thursday 7 August: registration 9:45 am, workshop 12pm – 1:30pm - book here: Mitchell Arts Centre
• Come and be a part of this magical, hula hoop workshop where you'll learn the art of hooping while exploring the music of the circus!
• MAC say: “Our workshops can support those who have special educational needs. Please let us know in advance so we can plan for it. For those whose needs are complex participants are recommended to have a 1 to 1 with them in sessions”. 
• Please bring a drink.
• Book at place by calling 01782 409 307. More information from education@mitchellartscentre.co.uk Age 7 - 11
• £5 per child

Newsies dance  workshop

• Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley, ST1 4HG
• Monday 4 August: registration 11:45 am, workshop 12pm – 1:30pm
• A workshop exploring dance and drama. Young people will have chance to socialise, have fun and get creative. Perfect for budding stage stars.
• 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. For those whose needs are complex participants are recommended to have a 1 to 1 with them in sessions”. 
• Please bring a drink.
• Book at place by calling 01782 409 307. More information from education@mitchellartscentre.co.uk and Mitchell Arts Centre
• Age 6+
• £5 per child

Tots' Film Club

• Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley, ST1 4HG
• Thursday 7 August, 10am: Curious George
• MAC say: “Our Tots Films are ideal for your little ones; providing a relaxed environment for their first cinema experiences!”
• Good to know: the venue is wheelchair-accessible with wheelchair-accessible toilet facilities.
• For more information and to book a place see Mitchell Arts Centre or call 01782 409 307
• A child ticket is £4 and one accompanying adult ticket is free. Additional adult tickets are £4.

Family Film Club

• Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley, ST1 4HG
• Thursday 7 August, 12pm: Lightyear
• MAC say: “Whether you are introducing these films to your children for the first time or just look forward to enjoying them once again on the big screen this season we have chosen some of the most popular family films. No trailers or adverts. Film starts at 12 midday prompt. Film starts at advertised times so please arrive with plenty of time.This is a relaxed film screening. Due to high demand, please book your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment!"
• Good to know: the venue is wheelchair-accessible with wheelchair-accessible toilet facilities.
• For more information and to book a place see Mitchell Arts Centre or call 01782 409 307
• A child ticket is £4 and one accompanying adult ticket is free. Additional adult tickets are £4.

MAC Matinee Film Club - captioned

• Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley, ST1 4HG
• Tuesday 5 August, 11am: Edward Scissorhands
• MAC say: “Edward, a synthetic man with scissor hands, is taken in by Peg, a kindly Avon lady, after the passing of his inventor. Things take a turn for the worse when he is blamed for a crime he did not commit. MAC Community days brings you a programme of accessible film all in a bid to break barriers and create a happy place for our community. MAC Community days are in partner ship with Able Stoke, North Staffs Pensioners' Convention, and Staffordshire Sight Loss."
• Good to know: the venue is wheelchair-accessible with wheelchair-accessible toilet facilities.
• For more information and to book a place see Mitchell Arts Centre or call 01782 409 307
• This is a free, drop in event.

Kidsbop dance and drama workshop

• Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley, ST1 4HG
• Wednesday 6 August: registration 11:45 am, workshop 12pm – 1:30pm
• A workshop exploring dance and drama. Young people will have chance to socialise, have fun and get creative. Perfect for budding stage stars.
• 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. For those whose needs are complex participants are recommended to have a 1 to 1 with them in sessions”. 
• Please bring a drink.
• Book at place by calling 01782 409 307. More information from education@mitchellartscentre.co.uk and Mitchell Arts Centre
• Age 6+
• £5 per child

Billy Elliott dance and drama workshop

• Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley, ST1 4HG
• Thursday 7 August: registration 11:45 am, workshop 12pm – 1:30pm
• A workshop exploring dance and drama. Young people will have chance to socialise, have fun and get creative. Perfect for budding stage stars.
• 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. For those whose needs are complex participants are recommended to have a 1 to 1 with them in sessions”. 
• Please bring a drink.
• Book at place by calling 01782 409 307. More information from education@mitchellartscentre.co.uk and Mitchell Arts Centre
• Age 6+
• £5 per child

Make and Bake session - marshmallow sticks and fortune tellers

• Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley, ST1 4HG
• Thursday 7 August, 11am
• A free, self-led, drop-in session at the Spitfire Cafe bar that allows children to create their own items around a variety of themes.
• No booking is required, but it's recommended to arrive early to get a reservation
• More information from education@mitchellartscentre.co.uk and Mitchell Arts Centre
• All ages welcome
• FREE