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HAF for ages 11-16

The HAF team have been busy putting together the HAF Fun Pompey 2022 Easter programme which will run from

 Monday 11 April –  Friday 22 April 

it’s looking bigger and better than ever, please keeping checking in for updates.

Funded by the Department of Education to support free school meal families, HAF Fun Pompey aimed to give children time together over the  school holidays to explore what the city has to offer, learn new skills and enjoy a nutritional meal.

The 2021  programme provided some fantastic opportunities to book onto a diverse range of activities.

These included sports, theatre, storytelling, cooking, laser tag, art workshops, robotics, and much more as well as good, tasty food.

 Each of the providers ensured that they adhered to the highest level of Covid precautions throughout the programme

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    The map below is where the  HAF Fun Pompey are planning the 11- 16 activities for Easter 2022

    Visit 5 -11 or Family sections  to find an interactive map of the events in that group.

     

    Whats On?

    Who?
    Andrew Simpson Sailing Foundation
    What?
    ASC Extreme Adventure Easter 2022
    When?

    11,12,13,14,15,18,19,20,21,22 April

    10am – 5pm

    Where?

    Andrew Simpson Centre Eastern Road PO3 5LY

    Event details

    A combination of SUPing, kayaking, climbing, archery, canoe-rafting and team games. We always try and get out on the water as much as we can but the activities will depend on the weather forecast on the day.

    Age Range 11- 16

    How to book

    FSM eligible families please follow link:     Please Book Here

    Pay as you go spaces are available :    Please Book Here

    Who?
    Aspex
    What?
    Aspex Spring Holiday Club
    When?

    13.20 April

    10am – 3pm

    Where?

    Aspex Portsmouth, 42 Vulcan Building, Gunwharf Quays, PO1 3BF

    Event details

    Explore the season with a day of arts and crafts inspired by spring! Activities will include printmaking, 3D modelling and animation.

    Age Range 8-12

    SEND SUPPORT There are limited spaces available for SEND children, please be aware that we require information about any access needs or additional support required in advance of the session so we are able to arrange this. Get in touch to discuss before booking your space.

    How to book

    FSM eligible families please note that activity is fully booked follow link to be added to waiting list :      Please Book Here

    Pay as you go spaces are available: Please Book Here 

    Who?
    CM Foundation Teens
    What?
    CM Youth Days Out
    When?

    Escape Room 48 London Road, PO2 0LN 13 April

    Marwell Zoo for the day 20 April

    Hollywood bowling, Portsmouth 21 April

    10.30am – 2.30pm

    Where?

    Young people can be collected/ dropped off at

    Somertown Community Centre, Portsmouth, P054JJ.

    The mini bus will take them to the Activities

     

     

    Event details

    Chance for the young people to meet create a street meal for their lunch.  and enjoy some great activities

    Age Range 11-16

    SEND SUPPORT :SEND Young people can book on the day events – but we would need to discuss their needs beforehand

    How to book

    FSM eligible families please note that activity is fully booked follow link to be added to waiting list :      Please Book Here

    Pay as you go spaces are not available at this activity

    Who?
    ComputerXplorers
    What?
    Tech Masterclass
    When?

    12,13,19,20 April at the Priory School

    12,13,19,20,21 April at Castle View School

    12am – 4pm

    Where?

    Castle View School Allaway Ave PO6 4QP

    Priory School Fawcett Rd PO4 0DL

    Event details

    Come and join us for a Tech Themed Holiday camp that comes with a Hot Lunch!

    Throughout the week we will be covering various topics such as Robotics, Creating Your Own App, Designing Your Own Video Game and Become a Youtuber.

    Age Range 11-16

    SEND SUPPORT  On the booking form please indicate any additional needs or alternatively contact us and we will discuss any additional needs and how we can support the child together.

    How to book

    FSM eligible families please follow link:     Please Book Here

    Pay as you go spaces are available: Please Book Here   

    Who?
    Motiv8
    What?
    Howard Road HAF Easter Day Camps
    When?

    11,12,13,19,20,21 April

    11am – 3pm

    Where?

    The Hilsea Hub, Howard Road, PO2 9PR

    Event details

    A day full of fun, including a morning of centre based activities including table tennis, pool, games, cooking, art and craft followed by an afternoon offsite activity – Flip Out, Play Zone etc .

    Age Range 11-13

    SEND SUPPORT Ahead of the program, parent/carers complete a registration form that includes reference to any additional support needs, SEND and Disabilities. Where additional needs are identified, we will make contact with parents, and if necessary other professionals, conduct a home visit to get a better understanding of any issues and how best we can support the young person.

    How to book

    FSM eligible families please follow link:      Please Book Here

    Pay as you go spaces are not available at this activity

     

    Who?
    Personal Best
    What?
    Portsmouth Teen Project
    When?

    11,12,13,14,19,20,21,22 April

    10am – 3pm

    Where?

    Peter Ashley Activity Centre, Portsdown Hill Rd, PO6 3LS

    Event details

    Take part in a mixture of activities lead by the centre and workshops. Activity examples include; Laser Tag, Graffiti Art, T-Shirt Design, Bushcraft, String Trail, Smoothie Making & Orienteering.

    Age Range 11-16

    SEND SUPPORT This would be on a case by case basis, we encourage any parents with children with SEND to contact us prior to completing the online application so that we can discuss their needs and recruit appropriate staff members where necessary.

    How to book

    FSM eligible families please follow link:      Please Book Here

    Pay as you go spaces are not available at this activity

     

     

    Who?
    Pompey in the Community Cooking
    What?
    Cooking, nutrition and team games
    When?

    13,20 April

    10am – 2pm

    Where?

    Pompey in the Community, Anson Rd, PO4 8TB

    Event details

    Spend the day learning how to cook your own lunch with our chef Gavin and make some sweet treats to take home with you too! A fun day, learning new skills and eating some great fun you will have cooked yourself!

    Age Range 10 -16

    SEND SUPPORT please contact before booking as some aspects of activity may require extra staffing.

    How to book

    FSM eligible families please follow link:    Please Book Here go to BOOKINGS and enter code: Cooking4free

    Pay as you go spaces are not available at this activity 

    Who?
    Pompey in the Community Football
    What?
    Football Fun
    When?

    11,12,13,14,19,20,21,22 April

    9.30am – 3pm

    Where?

    Miltoncross Academy Milton Rd PO3 6RB

    Event details

    A day of football coaching including small sided games and skills

    Age Range 5- 12

    SEND SUPPORT not suitable for SEN children Pompey in the Community are running a SEN Multi Sports Day

    How to book

    FSM eligible families please follow link:    Please Book Here  go to BOOKINGS and enter code: easter4free

    Pay as you go spaces are available for this activity :  Please Book Here   

    Who?
    Pompey in the Community SEN
    What?
    Multisports for SEN children
    When?

    11,21 April

    10am – 3pm

    Where?

    Mayfield School, Mayfield Rd, PO2 0RH

    Event details

    Football, Cricket, Tennis, Dodgeball, Enrichment sessions

    Age Range 6 -16

    SEND SUPPORT  This is a SEN accessible course with one-to one support available notice is required

    How to book

    FSM eligible families please follow link:      Please Book Here  go to BOOKINGS and enter code: easter4SEN

    Who?
    Portsmouth Play and Youth
    What?
    Great Events Across the City
    When?

    Throughout the Easter Holidays

    Time vary

    Where?

    Adventure Playgrounds: Portsea, Somerstown, Landport, Buckland, Stamshaw and Paulsgrove.

    Youth Clubs: Portsea Youth Club, Brook Club, and Hillside Youth Club

    Event details

    Fantastic range of activities including, laser tag, flip out, football skills, gardening, climbing wall, arts and crafts to name a few, something for everyone and they all include a meal.

    Age Range 11- 16 some activities may have age restrictions

    SEND SUPPORT  Yes, but places limited. Families must contact individual site  prior to booking to discuss their child’s needs

    How to book

    For more details of the individual sites please use this link Portsmouth PYC

    Who?
    Sports4Kids
    What?
    Sports4kids Southsea and Paulsgrove Holiday Multi-Activity Camps
    When?

    11,12,13,14 April at St Pauls  Fully Booked 

    19,20,21.22 April at Moorings Way Infant School Fully Booked 

    8am – 6pm

    11.12.13 April John Pounds Centre

    8am – 3.30pm

    Where?

    Moorings Infant School Moorings Way PO4 8YJ Fully Booked 

    St Pauls Infant School Bourne Rd PO6 4JD Fully Booked 

    John Pounds Centre, 23 Queen Street, Portsmouth, PO1 3HN

    Event details

    For children aged 5 to 13 years, we’ll be running our S4K Easter activity camp from 8am until 3.30pm every day from 11th to the 13th April. With loads of fun, games, arts and crafts, there’s something for everyone! We offer children the chance to try new sports and activities, make new friends, and have lots of fun!

    Age Range 5-13

    SEND SUPPORT We encourage SEND children to attend our activity camps. Please contact us if your child does have additional needs, to allow us to discuss their individual needs, and ensure our staff can ensure your child/children have the best possible activity camp experience.

    How to book

    FSM eligible families please follow link please note St Pauls and Moorings Way are FULLY BOOKED

    John Pounds Centre have spaces  Please Book Here

    Who?
    The Young Creatives
    What?
    Youth Drama and Creative Workshop
    When?

    19,20,21,22 April

    9.30am – 2.30pm

    Where?

    New Theatre Royal Guildhall Walk PO1 2DD

    Event details

    Using drama to explore the musical Everybody’s Talking About Jamie , themes of self-belief and identity.

    Age Range 11-16

    SEND SUPPORT  A limited number SEND children can be accommodated but details will be requested at time of booking.

     

    How to book

    FSM eligible families please follow link:      Please Book Here

    Pay as you go spaces are available for this activity:    Please Book Here

     

     

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    What is HAF?

    In November 2020 the government announced the significant expansion of its Holiday Activities and Food programme. Portsmouth City Council registered to participate and were delighted to be allocated funding by the Department for Education (DfE). The programme is designed to provide healthy food and enriching activities during the Easter, Summer and Christmas holidays to children who receive benefits-related free school meals.

    It offers valuable support to families on lower incomes, giving them the opportunity to access rewarding and active activities alongside healthy meals over the school holidays.

    Click here to find out more about the Take the Helm youth project produced by PCC Museums and some wonderful freelance creatives this summer. Watch the video below to see how it was jam packed with inspiring activities. It finished with the team sharing their co-created and designed box of tricks for families to enjoy at Victorious Festival.

    Take the Helm – YouTube