What's on in and around our area.
We are so excited for our Swindon Easter Holiday Fun sessions! We can’t wait to see you at:
Croft Primary School, 9am - 1pm, 14-17 April 2025.
Young People aged 4-17 years receiving benefits related school meals can take part in a variety of free enriching activities including, singing, dancing, drama, arts and crafts, outdoor activities and more! Plus every session includes a free hot nutritious meal.
Supported by Swindon Borough Council and funded by the Department of Education, Revolution Performing Arts has been running the HAF Programme since its inception. As an award winning and OFSTED registered performing arts company, Revolution Performing Arts has delivered high quality, inclusive arts provision for all, in a warm, welcoming and friendly environment, since 2007.
Eligible families should have received a voucher from their school to book their activities.
Don't miss out - Last few remaining spaces available and booking closes soon, so book your space before it's too late.
For further information go to: www.revolutionpa.co.uk, email: office@revolutionpa.co.uk; call: 01793 792983 or WhatsApp/Voice Note: 07799 691328.
We will be holding our annual Easter Trail again this year in Town Gardens, Swindon, on Saturday 19th April. This is an important fundraiser and helps us to get the message out about our service and the bereavement support we can offer to local families, as well as being a lot of fun for all involved. Further information can be found at https://www.wiltshiretreehouse.org.uk/events/easter-trail-2025.aspx.
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We’re excited to announce that Tech Camp is coming to us this EASTER!
Dates: 7th – 11th April 2025 (Monday-Friday) 9 am – 4 pm daily! At East Wichel School
At Tech Camp, we make learning exciting, hands-on, and packed with creativity! Whether your child is a budding tech whiz, just starting their STEM journey or looking for something interesting and fun this Easter, our fun-filled sessions will spark curiosity, build confidence, and develop future-ready skills, and also encourage socialising and friendship making.
💡NEW for Easter 2025 – Children take home a STEM invention every day! This exciting addition ensures that the fun and discovery doesn’t stop at camp—they can keep exploring, building, and inventing at home and sharing this with everyone!
This Easter themes include:
🤖 Bot Builders & Coders – Bring robots to life using coding and programming! Navigate challenges, build games, and explore automation. This is a great activity to help develop problem-solving skills.
🔧 Ingenious Inventors – Create and take-home cool circuits like buggies, alarms, and light sensors.
🎨 Creative Tech – Dive into digital art, VR, rocket propulsion, and even wearable tech! A fun-fuelled tech day awaits.
🎬 Media Madness – Unleash creativity through music production, film creation, and DJ mixing.
With the world becoming more digital, this is the perfect opportunity to develop STEM skills, boost creativity, and have loads of fun! Our camps are suitable for ages 5-11.
Here’s the video link again: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjENaZzFiYE
Pricing: £39.99 per day or £144 for all 4 days!
HAF places: will also be available at this camp with more details to follow as soon as we have an update on booking information from the council.
For more information, and to book please see our attached flyer or visit our website: Next Thing Education Website Link
Please note that we are an external childcare provider and not run by the school, please direct questions to info@nextthing.education or try phoning us on 01442 873150
Tech camp at East Wichel School
It has been brought to our attention that the camp at East Wichel has been hard to find on the Next Thing Education Website. Here is a direct link to the booking page for the Easter Camp for anyone who is interested -
https://www.nextthing.education/product/east-wichel-primary-school-easter-camp/
This Easter holidays we are running a 4 day theatre workshop in Old Town inspired by "THE GREATEST SHOWMAN." The children will be able to come each day, learn the songs and script from the film musical and on the final day perform this to their families. This is a fantastic opportunity for the children and I know all too well as an ex-primary school teacher that curriculum pressures on core subjects mean time for the performing arts is limited! And of course working parents love their children to be participating in valuable and educational childcare activities during the holidays. We are OFSTED registered and accept childcare vouchers and tax free childcare.
Looking for a delicious, affordable, and stress-free dining option next half term? We've got you covered! Kids eat FREE at 14Twelve Brasserie and Bar (within The DoubleTree by Hilton Swindon hotel) during Swindon’s half-term break! When an adult purchases a main course, children aged 12 and under will enjoy a free main meal and a scrumptious ice cream dessert—the perfect treat for little foodies!
But the fun doesn’t stop there! On Saturday, 26th April 2025, at 12 PM, we’re bringing magic to mealtime with our brand-new Afternoon Tea with the Superheroes & Princesses in the Lydiard Ballroom! ✨
Meet Captain America, Spider-Man, Moana, and Rapunzel as they lead an exciting singalong and dance party while you enjoy a delicious afternoon tea. Don't forget to dress up as your favourite superhero or princess!
Book your spot now for an unforgettable half-term treat for the whole family!
Afternoon Tea with The Superhero's & Princesses Tickets, Sat 26 Apr 2025 at 12:00 | Eventbrite
HS Sports Holiday activities
HS SPORTS HALF TERM MULTI SPORT CAMP BOOKINGS OPEN (EASTER HOLIDAYS)
We will be running a variety of different activities throughout the 3 days in the Easter half term! Activities include, Dodgeball, Basketball, Archery, Darts, Dance, Gymnastics, Tag games, Hockey and many more fun sports!
Please see flyer for more details and book on via the link,
https://hs-sports-camps-ltd.classforkids.io/camp/46
HS SPORTS HALF TERM FOOTBALL CAMP BOOKINGS OPEN (EASTER HOLIDAYS)
Does your child want an awesome half term? Do they love playing football? If Yes then HS Sports football camp is the perfect way to spend their half term keeping active. Fully qualified coaches, experienced staff members who deal with children on a daily basis.
Please see flyer for more details and book on via the link,
https://hs-sports-camps-ltd.classforkids.io/camp/39
HS SPORTS - GIRLS ONLY FOOTBALL CAMP (EASTER HOLIDAYS)
If you have a girl who loves football and wants to enjoy playing the game with like minded girls please get in touch!
Please see flyer for more details and book on via the link,
https://hs-sports-camps-ltd.classforkids.io/camp/42
Free Adult Workshops
I’m delighted to share with you 2 new courses for parents:
An Introduction to Supporting your child's school attendance and wellbeing
An Introduction to Understanding and supporting your child’s anxiety
Please find the posters for each course attached.
Our eligibility for a free course is listed on our website here:
Who is eligible for free courses | Adult community learning | Swindon Borough Council
HS SPORTS HALF TERM MULTI SPORT CAMP BOOKINGS OPEN (FEBRUARY)
We will be running a variety of different activities throughout the 3 days in the February half term! Activities include, Dodgeball, Basketball, Archery, Darts, Dance, Gymnastics, Tag games, Hockey and many more fun sports!
Please note this camp will be at ran at St Marys Catholic primary school on the following days,
Tuesday 18th Feb
Wednesday 19th Feb
Thursday 20th Feb
8:30am/9am Drop off
3pm Pick up
£18 a day
Follow the link below to reserve your child a space.
https://hs-sports-camps-ltd.classforkids.io/camp/37
HS SPORTS FOOTBALL CAMP BOOKINGS NOW OPEN (FEBRUARY)
Does your child want an awesome Half term ? Do they enjoy playing football? Making new friends? Having fun?
If YES then HS SPORTS CAMP is the perfect holiday football Camp for them!
Fully qualified football coaches, experienced staff members who deal with children on a daily basis.
Please find booking link attached to book your child a space,
This Easter holidays we are running a 4 day theatre workshop in Old Town inspired by "THE GREATEST SHOWMAN." The children will be able to come each day, learn the songs and script from the film musical and on the final day perform this to their families. This is a fantastic opportunity for the children and I know all too well as an ex-primary school teacher that curriculum pressures on core subjects mean time for the performing arts is limited! And of course working parents love their children to be participating in valuable and educational childcare activities during the holidays.
In collaboration with the Maternity & Neonatal Partnership (MNVP) the Early Year Team are conducting a survey to see where pregnant people and parents of young children are getting their information from, this will help to ensure we are pushing out information in the right places.
The link to the survey is here: https://forms.office.com/e/LMTyWCEXep
Easter Youth Project
14-18 April 2025
Welcome to West End Experience! Your workshop sessions (Moulin Rouge, Matilda, Wicked, Back to the Future, Hadestown, Six & Les Miserables) are run by professional West End performers, and you will also be working with a professional choreographer, Musical Director, and Creative Director.
At the end of the week, you will perform in a concert style show alongside professional performer in front of a live audience. Tickets for the concert will be on sale via the Wyvern Theatre website and ticket office 01793 535534.
Registration
Please follow the below link to complete your online registration form before Midnight Sunday 23rd February
https://forms.office.com/e/dZhJyk7FSh
Fees
The fee for West End Experience is £200, £180 for siblings.
This fee covers all tuition and the project T-shirt
Fees can be paid at the ticket office Mon-Sat 11am-3pm, 4pm-6pm)
The fee can be split into: £50 deposit, then two payments of £75
I will be in touch with final details & a list of the professionals you will be working and performing with in due course.
Rehearsals
Monday-Thursday 9:30am-4:30pm. Registration 9:15am
- A folder to hold all your words
- Pencils and Erasers
- Water bottles
- Suitable clothes to move freely in
- Sensible footwear (trainers, dance shoes etc)
- Packed lunch & Snacks
Mobile phones are not to be used in the day.
We cannot be held responsible for the loss, theft, or damage of any personal items
Show day
Friday 11am-9pm. Registration 10:45am
- Black trainers/dance shoes (no logos)
- Black trousers/leggings you can move in
- Your Youth Project T Shirt
- 2 Packed Lunches and lots to drink
Chaperones
If you have a Chaperone Licence or Enhanced DBS and can help with chaperone duties for any of the workshops or on show day, please let us know on your registration form. If you would like to help, but want to know more, please email Jo to organise a time to chat! We always appreciate any help you can give.
STFC - GIRLS FOOTBALL
Every Thursday 5:30pm-6:30pm, we run a free football session at Foundation Park for Girls Only, aged between 10-16 years old. The session takes place inside our Nigel Eady Training Centre (Dome) and is a great way to stay active with some additional football. The session is focused on having fun and making new friends, in a welcoming environment with all abilities welcome. The session involves matches and is a great way to practice and learn new skills with the help from our female team of coaches.
To sign up to the session, please use the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedPsw8YiCzVydM75Blj8_p5AeHP_n_XclLh40ZRxnMQ0Vupg/viewform
If you have any questions or want further information on our Girls Only Premier League Kicks programme, please email grace@stfcfoundation.com
Dear Parent/Guardian,
At Swindon Town Community Foundation we aim to reach as many participants as we can through football and by doing so, we give them the opportunity to experience the beautiful game. We are really proud of our player pathway, allowing us to provide sessions that match the ability of most of our participants individual needs. This includes being able to progress players into competitive environments where possible.
Foundation Centres are the starting point for all players at Swindon Town Community Foundation and as such we would like to offer you the chance to join one of our Foundation Centre sessions to experience weekly coaching by Swindon Town coaches. By doing so you will be joining the first step of our player pathway and can begin your journey with us.
To enrol onto a Foundation Centre, please follow the link below which will direct you to our registration’s portal, then complete the registration for a session of your child’s age:
https://stfcfoundation.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistration
Please note, the annual cost is pro-rata’d into equal payments. If you wish to make an enquiry, please email ashton@stfcfoundation.com
Best Wishes,
STFC Community Foundation
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