Shepherds Down Extended Services After School Club The club offers the young people who attend somewhere that is stimulating and where they can be active and have the freedom to either be high energy or relax and unwind in ways that they freely choose.Who is it for?Children from 4 to 12 years old.When are the sessions?are held on Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays until 5.45 (Term Time)ActivitiesA healthy snack is provided in which the children are very hands on; they work together to make a meal for them all to share - developing important key life skills whilst having fun.They have the support of knowledgeable, experienced and caring staff who promote independence, play, social and emotional skills, ensure boundaries are clear and fair, and importantly keep them safe. The children are in control of their play and they direct what they do around the routine. After school club maintains the same routine from session to session so the children feel secure and know what to expect, they recognise when it is time for swimming or making snack, group time and special time. Saturday Fun ClubThe club is all about getting the young people out in the community to enjoy activities like swimming, bowling, Intech, Catching the train, public bus, building on important skills they need to access these places, handling money, walking longer distances, noise tolerance and waiting, all with the care and support of our experienced staff team.Who is it for?Children from 4 to 12 years old.When are the sessions?dates scheduled for 2014/2015 are as follows Saturday Fun Club 2015 6th and 20th June 4th and 18th July 5th and 19th September 3rd and 17th October 14th and 28th November 12th December 2nd January 2015 13th and 27th February 12th and 26th March ASC Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND SESSIONS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE AND CONFIRMATION OF BOOKING RECEIVED. FacilitiesThe club also has fantastic fun sessions on the school site captivating the children’s imaginations and meeting their needs to play and interact at a level they are capable of. Hydro pool Interactive soft play area Light and sound sensory room Bouncy castles Outside adventure play area Computers Role play, Messy Play, Art and Crafts Holiday Play Schemes The Play Schemes offer an action packed, challenging environment for children where there is never a dull moment.Who is it for?Children from 4 to 12 years old.When are the sessions?dates scheduled for 2015 are as follows Summer Playscheme 2015 Monday 27th July Tuesday 28th July Wednesday 29th July Thursday 30th July Friday 31st July Monday 3rd August Tuesday 4th August Wednesday 5th August Thursday 6th August Friday 7th August Monday 10th August Tuesday 11th August Wednesday 12th August Thursday 13th August Friday 14th August Monday 17th August Tuesday 18th August Wednesday 19th August Thursday 20th August Friday 21st August October half term 2015Wednesday 28th October Thursday 29th October Friday 30th October Christmas Play scheme Monday 21st December Tuesday 22nd December Wednesday 30th December February half term 2016Monday 15th February Tuesday 16th February Wednesday 17th February ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND SESSIONS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE AND CONFIRMATION OF BOOKING RECEIVED.ActivitiesThe activities are planned around the children’s needs and interests giving them the opportunity to try something new and exciting includingIndoor skydiving, Massage and foot spas, Donkey rides, Chessington, Ice Skating, Skiing and some more familiar favourites like Bowling, Swimming, Bouncy castles, Marwell Zoo.The list is endless and we are continuously looking for things for our young people to try and achieve at their own pace all with the support of our knowledgeable, experienced and caring staff who empower, reassure and encourage the young people. How to access the services Self referrals can be made direct to KIDS or to your social worker. Young people need to have a Hampshire Gateway Card. You can apply for a card here: http://www3.hants.gov.uk/gatewaycardPlaces are allocated as fairly as possible and cancellation/waiting lists are in use. We will inform you of dates in advance and make clear which sessions your young person has been given. Upcoming Events and Newsletters Details of Summer events at Shepherds Down club, please click on the download link to view Download Event Contact Senior Practitioner Lois Herbert 07584529174 Co-ordinator Kate Ellis 07827989314/ Vicki Gates 07827989317 service manager Sarah Gibbs 07469155028 Office detailsKIDS South EastDelta HouseSaltern LaneFarehamHampshirePO15 0QSPhone: 01329 312312