Fun with Language & Number

An accessible and friendly morning of confidence building in English and Maths skills.

The morning starts with a 30 minute gentle introduction with boardgames, cards, or drawing as young people catch up and settle in.  Then the session moves into numeracy skills with game play, fun activities and discussion to build skills and understanding in Maths.

After a break, young people engage in literacy based learning, which is usually based on a specific book – so storytelling plays a big part.  A wide range of English skills are covered in a fun and accessible way.

 *Please check the table at the bottom of this page for more info on costs.

Booking the afternoon too? Bring a packed lunch and enjoy a FREE lunch stay.

Skills & Social (Junior)

Finish your week with an afternoon of skill development and fun.

The afternoon offers a range of activities and fosters self-confidence, problem solving skills and teamwork.

Outdoor Learning, STEM, Cooking, Crafting, Arts, Sports, Games and Problem Solving.

 *Please check the table at the bottom of this page for more info on costs.

Booking the morning too? Bring a packed lunch and enjoy a FREE lunch stay.

Core Maths / Functional Skills Level 1

A relaxed and accessible group that covers the essential foundations of maths.  This is perfect for young people who need to build confidence in the subject, have a good Key Stage 3 foundation or for those who haven’t done much maths at primary level.  The programme covers the Functional Skills Level 1 programme.

There will be a recap activity in January and April to monitor understanding and support learning.

There are no entry requirements for this course and you can join mid-year.

 *Please check the table at the bottom of this page for more info on costs.

Core Science

A relaxed and accessible group that covers the essential foundations of science at KS3 level.  This is perfect for young people who need to build confidence in the subject, learn more and build knowledge. 

There will be a recap activity in January and April to monitor understanding and support learning.

There are no entry requirements for this course.

 *Please check the table at the bottom of this page for more info on costs.

 Functional Skills: Level 2 Maths

A friendly group that covers the Functional Skills maths programmes.

When ready (which could take more than one year), young people can take a formal assessment with an external provider and if successful, will gain a qualification (additional costs will apply).

A functional Skills Level 2 qualification is the equivalent to a GCSE Grade 4 (C) and is a great addition to college or work applications.  Due to funding requirements colleges may ask for GCSE Maths to be achieved before or alongside any programme of study.

There will be assessments at various points to monitor understanding and support learning.

Young people need to have a good understanding of the foundations of maths and we can help you assess this.

There are no entry requirements for this course and you can join mid-year.

 *Please check the table at the bottom of this page for more info on costs.

 Functional Skills: Level 2 English

A friendly group that covers the Functional Skills English programmes.

When ready (which could take more than one year), young people can take a formal assessment with an external provider and if successful, will gain a qualification (additional costs will apply).

A functional Skills Level 2 qualification is the equivalent to a GCSE Grade 4 (C) and is a great addition to college or work applications.  Due to funding requirements colleges may ask for GCSE English to be achieved before or alongside any programme of study.

There will be assessments at various points to monitor understanding and support learning.

Young people need to have a good understanding of the foundations of English and we can help you assess this.

There are no entry requirements for this course and you can join mid-year.

 *Please check the table at the bottom of this page for more info on costs.

Life Skills

Learn essential Life Skills in a relaxed and hands-on way.  The course covers Finances (including taxes, budgeting, food shopping, bargain hunting and running a home), Employment (CV’s, Interview Skills and preparing for jobs), Further & Higher Education options, Highway Code and much more!

Young people will also learn about mindfulness and self-care and pick up practical skills like sewing on a button, ironing, tying a tie and basic booking.

The group is currently aged 11-17yrs, but we are moving it to 14+ so anyone new joining us will need to be in the older age group.

From September 2024 we are planning on running two groups, one for 11-13yrs and one for 14-17yrs.

 *Please check the table at the bottom of this page for more info on costs.

Skills and Social (Senior)

Our unique and popular group for 11-17yrs offers a broad range of activities from tennis and basketball to cooking soup, cake, pasta and biscuits.

In addition to sports and cooking, young people will access a range of activities including games, art, crafting, problem solving, cooking and life skills. 

Young people will also get to develop outdoor skills through this group and those who are old enough can register with us for the Duke of Edinburgh award.

Attendance can be for the morning session or full day.  We offer a 15% sibling discount for either this day.

Merriott Village hall is light, warm, has a fabulous kicthen for cooking and access to the huge recreation ground with fitness equipment.

 *Please check the table at the bottom of this page for more info on costs.

Calm

Calm is designed to support young people who are experiencing anxiety.  They may be home educated, on the school roll but not attending or in school and struggling.

The group is limited to 8 young people (which is why it costs a little more than our other sessions).  The aim is to build confidence and self-esteem, to help reduce anxiety and to reduce isolation.

Young people are welcome to just sit with a cuppa (or cold drink) and enjoy the space or to chat to others attending or the team.  If wanted we have craft and art supplies, board games and cards and access to the outdoor space for campfire or a walk around the lake.

The morning session runs from 9:30am – Noon, young people are welcome to arrive at any point during the session – but they must be booked in, which you can do by emailing us.

Based at the beautiful and very relaxed Frogmary Green Farm, on the outskirts of South Petherton, a few minutes from the A303.

Note:

• This group is aimed at young people who are highly anxious so is not suitable for those struggling with emotional regulation or with high energy.
• Mobile phones cannot be used during the session, but can be in a bag/coat
• If a young person wants to go home, they can use their phone outside or we can call parents/carers
• If your young person is on-roll still at school, we will need to contact them.  It could be that they will be able to pay for the session.
• The sessions can be used as a bridge back into school, if wanted – but our aims are all about increased mental health and happiness of the young person.  We support young people without an agenda for their “next step”.

 *Please check the table at the bottom of this page for more info on costs.