Action Activity Breaks
Action Activity Breaks are residential holidays for children and young people, aged 8-17 years, in mainstream schools who have sight loss. The main aims of Action Activity Breaks are for participants to spend time with others who are blind and partially sighted, to provide opportunities to increase independence, to extend social skills, but most of all to just have fun.
Please note: The application deadline is 16 April 2012, so do complete and return your form to ensure you don't miss out!
Who can apply?
Children and young people who are:
- Eight to 17 years old.
- Have sight loss.
- Go to mainstream school or college.
- A UK resident.
- Reasonably independent in self-care and mobility skills.
- Keen to try new activities, make new friends and have lots of fun!
Previous experience of any of the activities is not important. Participants should just be prepared to have a go!
Please note: The application deadline is 16 April, so do complete and return your form to ensure you don't miss out!
Dates and venues
Action Activity Breaks for 8-11 year olds
Frank Chapman Centre in Bewdley, Worcestershire, Sunday 22 - Saturday 28 July 2012
Whitehough Outdoor Centre, near Burnley, Lancashire, Sunday 12 - Wednesday 15 August 2012
Action Activity Breaks for 10 - 14 year olds
Mill on the Brue in Bruton, Somerset, Sunday 22 - Friday 27 July 2012
Action Activity Breaks for 12 - 17 year olds
Bradwell Centre in Southminster, Essex, Sunday 29 July - Saturday 4 August 2012
Costs
The cost for Action Activity Breaks varies, depending on which week you apply for (not including travel to and from the venue). Cost includes:
- Accommodation and all meals.
- Trained staff support.
- Transport during the week.
- All activities, entrance fees and essential equipment.
Applying for a place
Our activity breaks are very popular and we receive many applications. You must apply directly to the Action contact for the break you would like to attend.
How are places allocated?
Priority is given to first time applicants. Action will try to ensure a balance of gender, ages and levels of sight loss and this will depend on the accommodation available at the centre.
It is essential to fill all parts of the form fully and accurately. Incorrect information could lead to a cancellation. Please ensure you provide as much information as possible so that we can plan suitable provision to support the needs of the activity break and ensure a safe and happy holiday for everyone.
Care and welfare
We pride ourselves on the high standard of policies and procedures. It is our policy to safeguard the welfare of all children on events organised by Action for Blind People.
Frequently asked questions about Action Activity Breaks
Find the answers to the some important questions.
Action Activity Breaks leaflets and application form
Further Reading
- Community pages
- Resource pages
- Children, young people and families resources
- About sight loss
