Transition Holiday Clubs

A place to belong, grow, and thrive.

Mentored by

Louise

A place to belong, grow, and thrive.

The Arnewood School, New Milton

Ages: 10 - 11 years

Transition Ticket £15 per sessionFSM- See Link below Free

Next date: Thursday 23rd Jul, 10:00 – 14:00

Transition Holiday Clubs block mentored by Louise

What we'll do

Starting secondary school is an exciting milestone, but for many children it can also bring uncertainty, anxiety, and a lack of confidence. Our Arnewood School Transition Holiday Club has been specifically designed to help children make this important step feeling prepared, informed, and ready to thrive. Delivered in a fun, supportive, and engaging environment, the programme gives young people the opportunity to become familiar with the routines, expectations, and experiences they will encounter when they begin secondary school. Through a combination of practical activities, team challenges, workshops, and school-based experiences, children can build confidence while developing the skills they need for a successful transition. One of the biggest concerns children often have about moving to secondary school is navigating a larger environment and managing a more complex timetable. Our club helps participants understand how secondary school timetables work, practise moving between lessons, and develop organisational skills such as reading schedules, packing the correct equipment, and managing their time effectively. By introducing these concepts in a relaxed setting, children can approach their first day with greater confidence and independence. The programme also focuses on social and emotional wellbeing. Children have opportunities to meet new peers, make friends, and take part in activities that encourage communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Discussions and workshops explore common worries about secondary school, helping children understand that many of their peers share similar feelings. Staff provide reassurance, practical advice, and strategies for managing nerves and building resilience. Activities take place within the secondary school environment, allowing children to familiarise themselves with key areas such as classrooms, dining facilities, sports areas, and other important spaces. Becoming comfortable with the physical environment can significantly reduce anxiety and help children feel more settled before the start of term. The club also introduces children to some of the increased responsibilities that come with secondary school, including personal organisation, independent learning, positive behaviour expectations, and building healthy relationships with teachers and classmates. Through interactive and enjoyable activities, children gain a realistic understanding of what secondary school life is like while developing the confidence to embrace new opportunities. Our aim is simple: to ensure every child begins secondary school feeling prepared, capable, and excited about the journey ahead. By reducing uncertainty and providing practical experiences in a supportive setting, we help children build the confidence, resilience, and independence they need to make a positive and successful transition. Whether a child is feeling nervous, excited, or somewhere in between, our Secondary School Transition Holiday Club offers a welcoming space to learn, grow, and start the next chapter with confidence.

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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

More information available on request

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About your mentor

Louise

A place to belong, grow, and thrive.

Our vision is to inspire our youth community, and empower them to develop their own skills to thrive. We understand that for some, daily challenges can impact their confidence, responses, ambitions and focus. We adopt a therapeutic, young person led approach to developing personal skills and understanding in a way that helps our young people to take ownership of their own development.

Pricing information

Ticket namePriceInformation

Ticket nameTransition Ticket

Price£15

InformationCurrent Year 6 transition to Arnewood School.

Ticket nameFSM- See Link below

Price£0

InformationFSM- Book vis this link: https://eequ.org/book/arnewood-youth-holiday-club-with-louise-28569

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Where we'll be

The Arnewood School, Gore Road, New Milton, England, BH25 6RS

WHAT’S PROVIDED

Drinks

Equipment

Safety

Enhanced DBS

Risk Assessment

Public Liability Insurance

Safeguarding Training

First Aid Training

First Aid Kit

Smoke Detector

Please note

Please note, it is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the safety measures. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed here.

Cancellation Policy

Refunds are not generally available, but may be considered with sufficient notice.

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.