Kala The Arts HAF Project

Kala The Arts

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Funded by
Hampshire County Council HAF
Provision
Universal provision
Ages
8 - 16
Next date
No upcoming dates
Tickets
£0 - £35

A summary

Make this holiday unforgettable with Kala The Arts’ HAF Project, where creativity, culture and wellbeing come together in an exciting programme for young people aged 8–16. Through hands-on workshops in dance, drumming, arts, storytelling, science, cooking and more, participants can explore new interests, build confidence, develop valuable skills and make lasting friendships. With nutritious meals provided and a welcoming, inclusive environment, every session is designed to inspire learning, encourage self-expression and create positive memories that last long after the holidays end.

The workshops will run from 09:00 - 12:15, and then lunch is served from 12:15 - 13:00. Collection is at 13:00.

Workshops in the week will include:
African Drumming
Yoga
South Asian Bollywood Dance
Music
Drama
Creative Writing
Science
Grow Your Own Plant
Vocal Music
Food Preparation
Crafts
Jane Austen Visual Arts
Games
Storytelling through Contemporary Dance

No previous experience necessary, just come along and have fun!

Tickets

Paid non-HAF child

£35
Children 8 - 16Hampshire County Council HAF

Workshops and Lunch

HAF eligible child

£0
Children 8 - 16Hampshire County Council HAF

Workshops and Lunch

Feedback From Previous Years

"Unique summer camp providing flavoursome activities, food for the soul; well done to the team!"

"The supportive HAF sessions helped him to develop as a SEN child"

"My child really enjoyed the classes. I like that what was provided was a detailed programme of what the children were doing and what they were eating. Time flew by without a trace and it was interesting"

"He's autistic, but he came out calm and happy every day"

SEND accessibility checklist

1:1 care

2:1 care

Qualified to administer medication

Epilepsy trained

Secure environment

Accessible toilet

Assist with personal care and toileting

Hoist and changing bench

Wheelchair accessible site

Autism awareness trained

Sensory or quiet spaces

Makaton trained

PECS trained

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About your mentor

Kala The Arts

Creative Arts to Engage, Entertain & Empower

Kala The Arts

Kala The Arts is an Arts in Education Charity, working with Basingstoke Council to provide Holiday and Food projects. We offer an array of activities over the school holidays for young people 8 years to 16 years, free to those in receipt of free school meals. We have been successfully running the HAF multicultural club for over five years, providing Summer Holiday provisions and workshops from an excellent professional and friendly team, where children learn skills and have a fun time. The programme leaders are Rachel Kempton and Nicole Marcussen. Please do contact us to get a timetable and to enrol for the two weeks.

Learning aims

Aim 1

Explore new activities and discover hidden talents while building confidence in existing interests.

Aim 2

Develop healthy lifestyle habits through nutrition education, gardening, and active physical movement.

Aim 3

Enhance emotional wellbeing by practicing calming and self-regulation techniques like yoga and music.

Aim 4

Foster social skills and cultural awareness through teamwork, friendships, storytelling, and diverse art forms.

Aim 5

Enjoy a fun, engaging environment that supports learning through play and participation.

Location

The Vyne Community School, Vyne Road, Basingstoke, England, RG21 5PB

What's provided

Meals
Equipment

Safety

Enhanced DBS

Basic DBS

Risk Assessment

Public Liability Insurance

Safeguarding Training

First Aid Training

First Aid Kit

Smoke Detector

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It is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the measures provided above and any other details represented in this listing. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed.

Cancellation policy

Free bookings do not require refunds but as places are limited, please cancel if you cannot attend so that your place can be offered to someone else.

My experience consists of a leisure activity, on a specific date(s), and therefore the 14-day ‘cooling off period’ under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 does not apply.

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