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Schools out in Central
Welcome to School’s Out in Central 2015/16
This booklet contains information on
a variety of holiday schemes enabling
parents to balance work commitments
with the school holidays. We hope
you find the booklet useful in finding
suitable childcare during the school
holidays.
If you are unable to find a suitable
play scheme in this booklet, there are
other options available to you.
Telephone: 0300 300 8585
@
Email:
[email protected]
Or visit our Online Family
Information Directory:
www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/fyis
Childminders
Disclaimer
Childminders often offer care to
school age children during the
school holidays.
While every care has been taken in
the compilation of this information,
Central Bedfordshire Council will not
be held responsible for any loss,
damage or inconvenience caused as
a result of any inaccuracy or error
within our information.
Day Nurseries
Most private day nurseries are open
during the school holidays, except
generally over Christmas. Many can
offer holiday care to children aged 5
and under, and some offer care
to children under 8.
For information on nurseries and
childminders in your area, please
contact the Family Information
Service.
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The Family Information Service
can be contacted through the
Early Help Service either by:
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The information provided is only
intended to be a general summary.
It does not constitute legal or other
professional advice and does not seek
to describe your rights in full. Before
any action is taken, individual advice
should be sought.
Schools out in Central
School Term Dates
Summer holiday 2015
17 July – 7 September
Autumn term 2015
Term dates: 7 September – 18 December
Half term: 26 October – 30 October
Christmas holiday: 18 December – 5 January
Spring 2016
Term dates: 5 January – 24 March
Half term: 15 February – 19 February
Easter holiday: 24 March – 12 April
Summer term 2016
Term dates: 12 April – 22 July
Half term: 30 May – 3 June
If a scheme is registered with the Office
for Standards in Education (Ofsted) and
you are entitled to Working Tax Credits,
you may be able to claim the childcare
element of this tax credit to pay towards
the scheme. You may also be able to
use Childcare Vouchers if your employer
provides these.
Schemes registered with Ofsted will
display the following symbol.
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Schemes displaying the following
symbol have indicated that they have
the capacity to cater for a child with
an additional need or disability.
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Contents
Additional Needs
Autism Beds Summer Scheme (Bedford)
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Autism Beds Summer Scheme (Luton)
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FUN Holiday Club
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Ivel Valley Play Scheme
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Kids in Action
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MENCAP Holiday Club – Leighton Buzzard
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Special Needs Out of School Club
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Ampthill
Barton-le-Clay
Biggleswade
Cranfield
Dunstable
Flitwick
Gravenhurst
Henlow
Houghton Regis
Leighton Buzzard
Marston Moretaine
Ridgemont
Sandy
Shefford
Shillington
Shortstown
Toddington
Westoning
Other options
Kidszsize Holiday Club
Ladybird Holiday Scheme
Barton Kids Club
Dunton Village Pre-School and Boomerang Club
Toybox Day Nurseries
Kidszsize Holiday Club
1life at Dunstable Leisure Centre
Ardley Hill Holiday Club
Little Steps at St Georges School
Watling Forest Club
Flitwick Leisure Centre Playscheme
Merry Poppets
Gravenhurst and Villages Pre-School
Merry Poppets
Houghton Regis Town Council Holiday Scheme
1Life Activity Camp at Tiddenfoot Leisure Centre
Linslade Child Care
The Future Games
Church End Lower Holiday Club
Fordfield @ Ridgemont
The Nest Holiday Scheme
BEST Nursery Holiday Scheme
Shillington High Fives
Dawn Until Dusk Before, After School and
Holiday Club
Toddington Childcare
Merry Poppets
Free childcare for 2 year olds
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Additional needs
What? Autism Beds Summer Scheme (Bedford)
Where? Various within Bedford
A wide range of sensory, social, play and exercise experiences, both on and off-site, are
offered, including art and craft activities, music, magic and circus skills, sand and water
play, bouncy castles, outside games equipment, and trips out to swimming pools, soft play
centres, animal farms, cinemas, adventure playgrounds, and sport and leisure facilities.
Week 1: 3-9 years. Week 2: 10-17 years. Week 3: 10-17 years.
Summer
October
Half-Term
Christmas
February
Half-Term
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
Open the first 3 weeks of the holidays (Bedford: 20th July - 7th Aug 2015)
9:30 am – 15:00 pm
3 – 17 years
£17 per day
01234 214871
What? Autism Beds Summer Scheme (Luton)
Where? Various within Luton
A wide range of sensory, social, play and exercise experiences, both on and off-site, are
offered, including art and craft activities, music, magic and circus skills, sand and water
play, bouncy castles, outside games equipment, and trips out to swimming pools, soft play
centres, animal farms, cinemas, adventure playgrounds, and sport and leisure facilities.
Week 1: 3-9 years. Week 2: 10-17 years. Week 3: 10-17 years.
Summer
October
Half-Term
Christmas
February
Half-Term
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
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Open the first 3 weeks of the holidays (Luton: 27th July – 14th Aug)
9:30 am – 15:00 pm
3 – 17 years
£17 per day
01234 214871
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Where? Lealands High School, Sundon Park Rd, Luton, LU3 3AL
Drop-in holiday club for families who have a child with a disability or special need.
All the family are welcome - parents are responsible for their children and must stay
on site at all times.
Summer
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Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
October
Half-Term
Christmas
3
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
Additional needs
What? Families United Network Holiday Club
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Open for 4 weeks of the holidays, Tue, Wed & Thurs.
10:30 am – 15:30 pm
0 – 25 years
£5 per day
01582 470999
What? Ivel Valley Play Scheme
Where? Ivel Valley School Primary Site, The Baulk, Biggleswade, SG18 0PT
Ivel Valley Holiday Club is aimed at children between the ages of 3 – 16 with a Statement
of Special Educational Needs. We provide a fun and structured environment for young
children, with a variety of learning, behavioural and medical needs. Lots of play, sensory
and arts & crafts activities available, with trips to the local swimming pool and park.
Open to children outside of the school depending on staffing levels.
Summer
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Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
October
Half-Term
Christmas
February
Half-Term
Easter
May
Half-Term
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Open for 3 days over the Easter holidays and the first 3 weeks
of the summer holidays.
Tue, Wed & Thurs, 09:30 am – 15:30 pm
3 – 16 years
£25 per day
01767 601010
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What? Kids In Action Special Needs Holiday Club
Where? Unit 26, Apex Business Centre, Boscombe Road, Dunstable, LU5 4SB
Kids in Action have been providing services to children, young people and adults with
disabilities and special needs for over 17 years.
Please note that this holiday scheme does require parent/carers to accompany and stay
with their children. We provide a wide range of activities and support, including sensory,
IT and soft play facilities, together with a games area, arts and crafts etc. Our staff and
volunteers will help support your children and you will have the opportunity to share with
other parents too. Please check out our website on www.kidsinaction.org.uk for more
information on this scheme and on our other services, including forthcoming new schemes
in new areas.
Summer
October
Half-Term
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Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
Christmas
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February
Half-Term
3
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
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Tues, Thurs and Saturdays
10:00 – 4:00 pm
4 – 18 years
£4 per day
07432 738723
What? Mencap Holiday Club
Where? Leighton Middle School, Church Square, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1EX
A summer holiday club for those with learning disabilities. We offer a wide variety
of adventurous activities as well as craft and music workshops.
Summer
October
Half-Term
Christmas
February
Half-Term
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
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First three weeks of the summer holidays.
Please contact for details.
8 – 18 years
Please contact for details.
01296 682190
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Where? The Chiltern School, Regis Educational Centre, Parkside Avenue,
Houghton Regis LU5 5PX
The club has been running since 2001 and we cater for all young people with special
needs. Our activities are based around social inclusion both in the club and the
community. We have experienced trained staff to care for the club members. We also have
school/college students 16 – 20 years old who also help to support the club members.
Through our activities we aim to increase the club members’ confidence and self-esteem,
giving them opportunities to try new things whilst in the company of their friends.
We offer short break services for families and our specialism is 1 to 1. We recommend that
you apply 6 weeks prior to booking a place. This will enable the time needed to conduct
a visit to meet staff to attend an initial ex gratia visit/risk assessment and paperwork to
be completed on the new member.
Summer
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
October
Half-Term
Christmas
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
Additional needs
What? Special Needs Out of School Club (SNOOSC)
May
Half-Term
3
Various days over the school holidays.
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
9 – 20 years
£24 per day
01582 868244
Central Bedfordshire’s Local Offer
Central Bedfordshire Council has a statutory duty to develop and publish
a ‘Local Offer’ of services available for children and young people with
Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) from the ages of 0-25.
The local offer will set out in one place what support and services are
available and how to access them. For more information visit
www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/localoffer
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Ampthill
What? Kidzsize Holiday Club
Where? Redborne Upper School, Flitwick Road, Ampthill, MK45 2NU
Relaunched programme of activities!!
Our holiday club now has two distinct features to ensure maximum entertainment and
diversity for all participants! The new free play Kidz-Zone allows children to participate in
supervised free play with a huge choice of equipment and areas to use and interact with.
Activities include giant inflatables, racing karts, soft play, arts and crafts, chill out zones,
sports play and much much more.
In addition we have selected structured workshop activities which run throughout the
day at NO ADDITIONAL COST for age specific groups to take part in. These are instructor
led activities and include Sports, Cooking, Exploring Nature, Drama and much much more
to ensure the most diverse range of activities possible are available for children during
the holidays!
Early Bird and Late Stay sessions include breakfast / snack options.
We also run Outdoor Activity holiday programmes for 8 – 14 year olds, based at the
Forest Centre in Marston Moretaine. Call 01234 340782 for details.
Summer
October
Half-Term
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Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
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Christmas
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
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08:00 - 18:00 (Core hours 10.00 am - 4.00 pm, optional add-on hours
“Early Bird” 8.00 - 16.00 / “Late Stay” 16.00 - 18.00
4 – 10 years
Core hours £23.33. Early Bird/Late Stay £5.00
01234 340782
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What? Ladybird Holiday Scheme
Where? Ladybird Pre-school, Russell Lower School, Queens Road,
Ampthill, MK45 2TD
The Ladybird Holiday Club provides a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in which to
encourage learning, and a good quality of foundation stage education. We have two
playrooms catering for 12 children in each and we operate a free flow system, allowing
children more scope and room for activities.
Summer
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Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
October
Half-Term
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Christmas
February
Half-Term
Easter
Holiday schemes
Ampthill
May
Half-Term
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Open the first week of the Easter holidays, the first 3 (full) weeks of the
summer holidays plus October half-term.
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
3 – 9 years
£10 for morning or afternoon session (3 hours).
£3.50 for lunch club (12 pm -1 pm)
01525 406703
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Barton-le-Clay
What? Barton Kid’s Club
Where? Our Space, Ramsey Manor Lower School, Manor Road,
Barton le Clay, MK45 4NS
We offer a service run by qualified and experienced staff in a purpose built building to
enable children to relax and enjoy activities such as cooking, arts and crafts, sports and
games during term times and holiday times. We also offer outings within the village to
local parks and the Barton Hills which enhance the children’s experience of the outdoors.
Summer
October
Half-Term
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Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
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Christmas
February
Half-Term
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
First four weeks of the summer holiday.
8:00 am – 6:00 pm
4 – 11 years
£30 for a full day. £18 for a school day (9am-3pm).
£15 for a half day.
01582 883238
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Biggleswade
What? Dunton Village Pre-School and Boomerang Club
Where? Memorial Hall, Biggleswade Road, Dunton, Biggleswade, SG18 8RL
Run by Dunton Village Pre-school. There will be a different theme each week with
activities organized around the theme as appropriate.
Summer
October
Half-Term
Christmas
February
Half-Term
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Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
Easter
May
Half-Term
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Easter holidays - 1 week only and Summer holidays - the first 2 weeks.
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
3 – 9 years
Please contact for details.
01767 315807
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What? Toybox Day Nurseries
Where? The Saxon Centre, Kingsfield Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8AT
A range of arts and crafts activities, cooking, field trips/outings, weekly topics/themes.
Staff are qualified in play work or NVQ Childcare Level 3. Bookings taken in advance of
holidays minimum of 2 weeks. Minibuses available. Rated Good by Ofsted.
Summer
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Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
October
Half-Term
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Christmas
3
February
Half-Term
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Easter
May
Half-Term
3
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Easter holidays - 1 week only and Summer holidays - the first 2 weeks.
8:00 am - 6:00 pm. There is an option to start from 7:00 am at an
additional charge and pre booking.
5 – 9 years
From £14.50 - £27.75
01767 313139
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Cranfield
What? Kidzsize Holiday Club
Where? Cranfield University, College Road, MK43 0AL
Relaunched programme of activities!!
Our holiday club now has two distinct features to ensure maximum entertainment and
diversity for all participants! The new free play Kidz-Zone allows children to participate in
supervised free play with a huge choice of equipment and areas to use and interact with.
Activities include giant inflatables, racing karts, soft play, arts and crafts, chill out zones,
sports play and much much more.
In addition we have selected structured workshop activities which run throughout the day
at NO ADDITIONAL COST for age specific groups to take part in. These are instructor led
activities and include Sports, Cooking, Exploring Nature, Drama and much much more to
ensure the most diverse range of activities possible are available for children during the
holidays!
Early Bird and Late Stay sessions include breakfast / snack options.
We also run Outdoor Activity holiday programmes for 8 – 14 year olds, based at the
Forest Centre in Marston Moretaine. Call 01234 340782 for details.
Summer
October
Half-Term
Christmas
February
Half-Term
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
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08:30 - 17:30. ‘Core’ hours 10.00am to 4.00pm (optional add-on hours
‘Early Bird’ 8.00am to 4.00pm / ‘Late Stay’ 4.00pm to 5.30pm)
4 – 10 years
Core hours £23.33. Early Bird/Late Stay £5.00
01234 340782
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Dunstable
What? 1Life Activity Camp at Dunstable Leisure Centre
Where? Dunstable Leisure Centre, Court Drive, Dunstable, LU5 4JD
We have planned a wide range of exciting sports and arts and crafts activities.
We have a different theme every week so every day will be different!
We include during the holiday:
l Swimming l Badminton l Trampolining
Children will need to wear clothes they can play sports in and bring a packed lunch,
drinks, snacks and swim kit.
Summer
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
October
Half-Term
3
Christmas
3
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
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8:30 am - 5:30 pm and 9.30 am – 4.30 pm
5 – 12 years
8:30 am - 5:30 pm; £20 per day for members, £22 per day
for non members
9.30 am – 4.30 pm; £17 per day for members,
£19 per day for non members
01582 608107
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What? Ardley Hill Holiday Club
Where? Ardley Hill Academy, Lowther Road, Dunstable, Beds, LU6 3NZ
Lots of activities and themed events arranged. Each Child will have the opportunity
to swim every afternoon in our pool.
Summer
October
Half-Term
Christmas
February
Half-Term
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
Monday 20th July 2015 – Friday 21st August 2015.
(Monday to Friday only)
7.45 am – 5.30 pm and 9 am – 3.30 pm
3 – 11 years
7.45am – 5.30pm £24 daily
9am – 3.30pm £15 daily
Hourly £3 per hour (min 3 hours)
[email protected]
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Dunstable
What? Little Steps at St Georges School
Where? 28 Priory Road, Dunstable, LU5 4HR
St. Georges is a fun and exciting holiday club that offers a range of age appropriate
activities including Arts and Crafts, cooking, sport, music and games. We also offer
computer fun and planned trips with qualified and experienced staff to make the holiday
a fun and enjoyable time.
Summer
October
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
Christmas
3
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
3
8:00 am - 6:30 pm.
5 – 11 years
£31 full day 8 – 6.30; £22.00 short day 9 – 3.30; £3.50 each extra hour;
£2.00 cooked lunch; £1.50 tea. All other drinks and
snacks supplied. Packed lunch and tea may be brought.
01582 661471
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What? Watling Forest Club
Where? Woodlands @ Watling Lower School, Bull Pond Lane, Dunstable, LU6 3BJ
Now based in our new home called Woodlands which is situated in the main Watling Lower
School building – we have our own dedicated entrance to the provision.
Our experienced and enthusiastic team provide appropriate play activities which are child
led and free choice. We provide a variety of activities: cooking, den building, bicycle course
(summer only), football, cricket, cooking on an open fire, hockey, quiet activities such
as story telling, hama beads, knitting - this is only a sample of what we have on offer.
There is access to computers/internet and Wii. Adults support the play to ensure children
are safe. We endeavour to support all children’s interests and keep our resources up to
date. Packed Lunch and Tea will be needed.
Summer
October
Half-Term
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Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
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Christmas
3
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
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Open all school holidays – Christmas – we are not open from
24th December to 1st January inclusive
8:00 am – 6.00 pm.
4 – 12 years
£24.00 – Full Day (8.00 am to 6.00 pm)
£15.00 – School Day (9.00 am to 3.30 pm)
01582 675935
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What? Flitwick Leisure Centre Playscheme
Where? Flitwick Leisure Centre, Steppingley Road, Flitwick, MK45 1TH
Join us for holiday fun and meet new friends. We are an inclusive setting that welcomes
all children. Our qualified, experienced and enthusiastic team offer a wide range of
sports, craft and fun activities that are challenging, creative, stimulating and enjoyable.
These include swimming, trampolines, quizzes, cooking, arts and craft, team games and
much more. We also now offer a breakfast club from 8.00am to the start of Playscheme.
Breakfast is supplied. Bookings are made at reception. Booking starts 4 weeks prior to
the start of each playscheme.
Summer
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
October
Half-Term
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Christmas
February
Half-Term
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3
Easter
Holiday schemes
Flitwick
May
Half-Term
3
3
8:45 am - 4:30 pm.
5 – 12 years
£17.65 per day (£17 for members).
0300 300 8045
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What? Merry Poppets
Where? 15 The Avenue, Flitwick, Beds, MK45 1BP
Cooked lunch provided. Fully qualified staff. Spacious play areas. Safe nurturing and
stimulating environment.
Summer
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
October
Half-Term
3
Christmas
3
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
3
08:00 - 18:00 (early drop-off from 7.00 am available)
0 – 8 years
Under 2 years: £44.00 per day
Over 2 Years: £42.00 per day
01525 715595
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Gravenhurst
What? Gravenhurst and Villages Pre-School
Where? Orchard Close, Upper Gravenhurst, MK45 4JF
We are a small group which has lots of fun, operating in both our indoor and outdoor
setting and in the woodland grounds of Gravenhurst Lower school and the Recreation
grounds in Gravenhurst. We enjoy a range of activities to suit all ages, abilities and
interests from science explosions and fire pits to arts and crafts. Our minibus also allows
us to take trips out of the setting to local parks and amenities. In the past we have also
visited a fire station.
Summer
October
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
Christmas
3
February
Half-Term
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
3
First 3 weeks of the summer holidays
8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
2.5 – 11 years
£3.75 per hour
01462 713445
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Henlow
What? Merry Poppets
Where? Building 942, RAF Henlow, Henlow, Bedfordshire SG16 6DN
Cooked lunch provided. Fully qualified staff. Spacious play areas. Safe nurturing and
stimulating environment.
Summer
October
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
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3
Christmas
3
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
3
8:00 am - 6:00 pm (early drop-off from 7.00 am available)
3 months – 8 years
Under 2 years: £44.00 per day
Over 2 Years: £42.00 per day
01462 850242
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Half-Term
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What? Houghton Regis Town Council Holiday Scheme
Where? Village Green Pavilion, East End, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5EY
Houghton Regis Town Council are bringing summer fun to Houghton Regis. Sited on the
Village Green children have access to plenty of outdoor space and play equipment whilst
having indoor space in poor weather. Spaces are limited places, so please book early to
avoid disappointment.
Summer
October
Half-Term
Christmas
February
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
Easter
Holiday schemes
Houghton Regis
May
Half-Term
3
To be confirmed
5 - 12 years
Please contact for details.
01582 708540
Leighton Buzzard
What? 1Life Activity Camp at Tiddenfoot Leisure Centre
Where? Tiddenfoot Leisure Centre, Mentmore Road, Linslade,
Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2AF
We have planned a wide range of exciting sports and arts and crafts activities.
We have a different theme every week so every day will be different!
We usually include:
l Basketball l Rounders l Badminton l Tennis l Football l Swimming
Children will need to wear clothes they can play sports in and bring a packed lunch,
drinks, snacks and swim kit.
Summer
October
Half-Term
Christmas
February
Half-Term
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
8:30 am - 5:30 pm and 9.30 am – 4.30 pm
5 – 9 years and 10 – 14 years
8:30 am - 5:30 pm; £20 per day for members, £22 per day for non members
9.30 am – 4.30 pm; £17 per day for members, £19 per day for non members
9.30 am – 1.00 pm; £10.50 for members,
£11.50 for non members
01525 375765
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Leighton Buzzard
What? Linslade Child Care
Where? Linslade Lower School, Leopold Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2QU
Holiday Club is a time for the children to have fun and relax – it is not school after all,
it’s their holiday time. Part of Holiday Club is the itinerary of activities. Each day there
are scheduled activities for all ages, although sometimes these activities can be the same
throughout the week. Arts, crafts and games are popular and short trips are an option.
These activities are optional. There are a wide range of toys and games and some children
prefer to design their own games – like running a shop or playing hairdressers.
We bake, play computer games, have Wii competitions, visit the park, go and feed the
ducks and have daily access to the School fields and climbing equipment. Weather
permitting; we try to spend as much time outside as possible. The options are the
playgrounds, the school field and school playgrounds. There is a climbing frame and
basketball court. Water fights and a paddling pool are all part of summer fun. Lunch and
tea may also be served outside, ideally at the picnic tables during the summer months.
Summer
October
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
20
3
Christmas
3
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
3
8:30 am - 6:00 pm
2 - 11 years
2 – 3 years £4.50 per hour, 3-5 years £4.00 per hour,
5 years and above £3.50 per hour
01525 384003
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Half-Term
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What? The Future Games
Where? Cedars Upper School, Mentmore Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2AE
3G football, Multi Sports and Dance/Drama/Gymnastics/Crafts are available to choose
from at every camp, children can even change courses during the day!
Holiday schemes
Leighton Buzzard
3G Football: Playing on the 3G pitch, children will take part in FUN based course
designed by professional players and UEFA coaches! Maximum contact time with a
football, FUN, FRESH methods of developing each players ball control, dribbling, passing,
shooting, defending and match play. A tournament, Shoot Outs, Skills Challenges and
Competitions against the coaches’ EVERY DAY IS PACKED WITH FUN AT THIS
FANTASTIC 3G FACILITY!
Multi Sports: Children will take part in a minimum of 3 of the following activities each
day: Fencing, Nerf Wars, Archery, Crossbow, Water tag (summer only), Street Surfing,
Assault Courses, Tug of War, Speed Cage, Slack - Lining, Swing Ball, Badminton, Ultimate
Frisbee, Free Running, Basketball, Football, Tag Rugby, Bench ball, Dodge ball, Handball,
Volleyball, Rounders’, Kwik Cricket, Whackit Ball, Tri Golf, UniHoc, Manhunt, Capture the
Flag, Parachute Games, Tennis and more!
TFG Dance, Drama, and Gymnastics & Crafts: Children will take part in 3 different
activities during each day from; Cheer Dance, Street Dance, Combat Dance, 5 Step Dance,
Drama, Gymnastics or Crafts.
Summer
3
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Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
October
Half-Term
3
Christmas
3
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
3
8:30 am – 4:00 pm Monday to Friday / Extra time available from
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
5 - 12 years
£16 per day. £70 per week. Early booking: £14 per day.
Early booking: £60 per week.
Extra time 4.00 pm – 5.30 pm £7.50
0845 3664227
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Holiday schemes
Marston Moretaine
What? Church End Lower Holiday Club
Where? Church End Lower School, Church Walk, Marston Moretaine, MK43 0NE
Church End Lower School Holiday Club is a full day care facility for parents with children
aged between 4 and 9 years of age. The club offers a range of exciting activities designed
to cater for the social needs of primary aged children. The club is managed by the school
and monitored by Central Bedfordshire Council.
The club is located on the Church Side of the school. It is very well resourced and spacious,
catering for the diverse needs of children. It is easily accessible for parents who are
welcome to make use of the school car park when leaving or collecting children.
Summer
October
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
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Cost:
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Christmas
3
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
3
8:30 am – 4:00 pm Monday to Friday / Extra time available from
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
4 - 9 years
Please contact for details.
01234 768271 or 07908 062740
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Ridgemont
What? Fordfield @ Ridgmont
Where? School House, Ridgmont Lower School, Ridgmont High Street,
Ridgmont, MK43 0TS
The club runs in the school hall, makes great use of the school playing fields and has
access to some amazing walks. We offer a whole variety of exciting and challenging
activities. Lunch and a hot tea are provided.
Summer
October
Half-Term
3
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Time:
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Cost:
Contact:
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Christmas
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
3
Open all school holidays except Christmas. Summer opening times 2015:
August 3rd - September 4th (Mon - Fri). Closed on Bank Holidays
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
5 – 14 years
£30 for a full day including food.
£18.50 for a half day including 1 meal.
01525 405524
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What? The Nest Holiday Scheme
Where? The Nest, Potton Lower School, Everton Road, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2PB
The Nest Holiday club offers a wide range of activities which include Forestry, Arts and
Crafts, Sports and trips to our local park in Mill Lane where we take the opportunity
to picnic when weather permits.
Summer
October
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
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Christmas
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
Holiday schemes
Sandy
May
Half-Term
3
3
Easter holidays, May half term, Summer holiday – 2 weeks 10th – 14th
and 17th – 21st. October half term. All INSET days.
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
4 – 13 years
£15 – 8 - 1 pm or 1 – 6 pm.
£25 – FULL Day – 8 am – 6 pm
01767 262807
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Shefford
What? BEST Nursery Holiday Scheme
Where? Best Nursery, Samuel Whitbread Community College, Shefford Road, Clifton,
Shefford, SG17 5QS
BEST Nursery playscheme benefits from well equipped garden/outdoor play area.
Access to playing fields for sport activities, picnics, etc. Caring qualified staff. Snacks/
drinks provided. Packed lunch required. Indoor activities include arts/crafts, cookery,
construction, computer, table top games to suit all ages. Individual interests catered for.
Summer
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
October
Half-Term
3
Christmas
3
7.30 am - 6:00 pm
3 – 12 years
Please contact for details.
01462 815637
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
3
3
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Holiday schemes
Shillington
What? Shillington High Fives
Where? Shillington Lower School, Greenfields, Shillington, SG5 3NX
The setting has many activities which allow children to have fun and to develop their own
interests. These include large playing fields allowing the children to play many sports for
example football, tennis and running games. The children are also given the opportunity
to cook their own food using the BBQ. Inside the children can choose from a range of
activities: cooking, crafting, den building, playing on the Wii and the computers. Fully
qualified staff, spacious play areas, safe nurturing and stimulating environment. Please
check out our website for further details. Shillington Pre School is a well established group.
Our group has a good OFSTED rating. Visits welcome with prior arrangement.
Summer
October
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
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Cost:
Contact:
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Christmas
3
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
2 – 12 years
£3 per hour.
01462 712666
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February
Half-Term
3
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
3
3
What? Dawn Until Dusk Before, After School and Holiday Club
Where? Shortstown Primary School, Shortstown, Bedford
For children aged 3 and up. Dawn Until Dusk run the holiday club from Shortstown
Primary school. It is run by experienced and qualified playworkers from our clubs.
The children will get stuck into lots of fun activities, including outside Forest Schools
activities with our very own Forest School trained play leader Alison. The children are
given Breakfast, morning and afternoon snack and a hot tea. Our holiday clubs have
a huge range of equipment from arts and crafts to go-karts and water pistols for fun
outside. As well as providing a range of in-house activities we also arrange for visits
from local Football coaches, Exotic animals and more. We are also starting to run holiday
clubs at some of our other sites, please contact us for more information.
Summer
3
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Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
October
Half-Term
Christmas
3
3
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
Holiday schemes
Shortstown
May
Half-Term
3
3
8.00 am – 6.00 pm
£28 for a full day £16 for half day.
Please note fees increase for short notice bookings.
Please visit our website
www.kidsdawntildusk.co.uk
for all the details or email us on
[email protected]
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Toddington
What? Toddington Childcare
Where? St George Lower School, Manor Road, Toddington, LU5 6AJ
Have fun and chill out at our holiday club. Lots of planned activities such as outdoor games,
cookery, arts and crafts plus more. We are based in secure grounds within the Lower School.
Summer
October
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
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Cost:
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Christmas
February
Half-Term
3
3
Easter
May
Half-Term
3
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
3 – 12 years
£28 for a full day. £15 for a half day.
01525 875400
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Westoning
What? Merry Poppets
Where? Flitwick Road, Westoning, MK45 5AA
Cooked lunch provided. Fully qualified staff. Spacious play areas. Safe nurturing and
stimulating environment.
Summer
October
Half-Term
3
Dates:
Time:
Ages:
Cost:
Contact:
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Christmas
3
February
Half-Term
3
Easter
3
8:00 am - 6:00 pm (early drop-off from 7.00 am available)
0 – 8 years
Under 2 years: £44.00 per day.
Over 2 Years: £42.00 per day
01462 718241
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Funding is available for up to 15 hours of childcare per week for 2 year olds whose
families meet one of the following criteria.
They receive:
l Income Support
l income-based Jobseekers Allowance
l income-related Employment and Support Allowance
l Child Tax Credits or Working Tax Credits and have an annual gross earnings
of no more than £16,190
l the guarantee element of State Pension Credit
l support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
Other options
Free childcare for 2 year olds
Or they have a 2 year old child who:
has a current statement of SEN or an Education, Health Care Plan
l receives Disability Living Allowance
l has left care through special guardianship or through an adoption or residence order
l is a looked after Child
l
Contact the Family Information Service on 0300 300 8585 or
email [email protected] for more information.
Family Information Service
Central Bedfordshire’s Family Information Service provides information on
l Ofsted registered childcare
l School breakfast and after school clubs
l Holiday play schemes/activities
l Help with childcare costs
l Advice on becoming an Ofsted Registered Childminder
The Family Information Service can be contacted
through the Early Help Service either by:
Telephone: 0300 300 8585
Email: [email protected]
Or visit our Online Family Information Directory:
www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/fyis
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