Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

We remain committed to ensuring the HAF programme is inclusive for children of all backgrounds, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Many of our HAF providers are highly trained to accommodate SEND children at their clubs. Our SEND provision means that all children, irrespective of their background, have the opportunity to have fun and thrive - SEND provision also provides parents with respite over the school holidays. We continuously work with our club providers to provide SEND-specific training, as we encourage further SEND provision as part of our HAF programme.

Feedback from parents of SEND children has been incredibly positive. We have included some quotes from parents below:

"I wanted to share how valuable the school holiday clubs are. They mean you don't have to stress over childcare for work which can be hard to find, especially with a child with disabilities. My son absolutely loves the holiday club and has attended all the sessions that have been available to him. It also greatly helps that he is familiar in his surroundings and the staff are brilliant with him".

"The summer club gives an opportunity to return to the familiar and have fun with friends and be supported by people who know them well. This happiness is the most important factor. However, it also supports the whole family. Working parents may have an opportunity to work flexibly. For others it offers a break from the caring role".

"Chloe really enjoyed Summer camp as it was an invaluable resource that kept her in touch with her friends from school during the holidays".