Holiday Club

At our Holiday Clubs, children aged 8 to 14 will enjoy a range of nature-based activities such as fire lighting, green wood crafts, and den building.

Our days are free-flowing with structured activities thoughtfully woven in - reflecting the outdoor learning approach of child-led development.

How to access

Holiday club sessions are for children and young people aged 8 to 14. There is no need to be registered with Diverse Abilities other services in order to attend. This group is open to all, including those without additional needs. Everyone must be accompanied by a parent or carer.

Please note, this is a drop off session so parents and carers will not be able to remain on site during the day.

While the Nature Nook is led by a team with strong experience in supporting children with special educational needs, this particular holiday club is designed for children who can take part safely and independently in a group setting, without the need for additional staffing or 1:1 support.

What to expect

Each day’s activities are shaped by the interests and choices of children from previous sessions, and our trained leader is there to support and help bring their ideas to life.

Alongside games, sports, and creative crafts, children will learn tool skills with a strong focus on safety, proper technique, and respect for the tools they’re using. They’ll take part in both individual and group projects. Popular tool-based creations include wooden animals, toy cars, and wands - but we also encourage children to follow their own ideas, with our supportive team always on hand to help.

Ultimately, our holiday clubs are a chance for children to make new friends, have fun, and maybe even discover a new hobby or skill - all in a safe and inclusive outdoor environment.

We deeply value inclusion and expanding access is part of our long-term vision. As we establish this new service we’re actively exploring ways to offer SEN-specific sessions in the future, so that more children can enjoy what we provide.

If your child has additional needs, we welcome you to get in touch with us to discuss whether this setting would be a good fit. For this club, children must be able to fully participate without adult assistance throughout the session. Click here to contact the team.

Sessions take place every Monday and Thursday in (Dorset) school holidays from 8.30am until 3pm. An extended day with a 4pm pick up is available for an additional cost.

Costs

These sessions are £35 per child and a late pick up is an additional £5*.

Mutiple session discounts

When booking 6 or more sessions, enter the code HOLPASS at checkout for one session free.

*please note, if booking multiple days you must add the same number of extended day boosters as the amount of days booked or we will assume it only applies for the first date selected. These can also be paid on the day at drop off.

Holiday Club

£35.00

Extended Day Booster

£5.00

High standards of care

Our Outdoor Learning Lead is highly experienced in supporting children with SEN, but this group is open to all, including those without additional needs.

Supervision & Independence
• Drop-Off & Pick-Up: Parents/carers are required to drop off and collect their children at the designated times.
• Independence: Children must be capable of participating in all activities without adult support or intervention. We welcome children with SEN/ additional needs, but they must be able to fully participate in this group setting without adult assistance. If your child has additional needs, please get in touch with us before booking to discuss whether this setting would be a good fit.
• Emergency Contact: Ensure that emergency contact details are up to date and provided at the time of booking.
Meals & Snacks
• Packed Lunch: Children must bring a packed lunch, plenty to drink, and any necessary snacks for the day.
• Allergy Awareness: Please inform us in advance of any food allergies or dietary restrictions so we can accommodate them appropriately.
Weather & Clothing
• Appropriate Attire: Sessions take place in all weather conditions, there is an inside classroom children can use in cases of unsafe high winds or thunderstorms. Please ensure your child dresses appropriately for the weather:
o Warm, Waterproof Clothing: Recommended for cooler or wet conditions.
o Sun Protection: In hot weather, please apply sun cream before arrival and provide a hat.
o Comfortable Footwear: Suitable for outdoor activities and potential muddy conditions.
o Change of Clothes: Children are likely to get messy—bring a change of clothes.
Activities & Safety
• Activity Participation: Children are encouraged to engage in various activities, including structured sessions and free play.
• Risk Awareness: The holiday club encourages children to explore risk in a safe, supported way. Exposure to 'risky' experiences helps build confidence, independence, and resilience.
• Supervision: Staff will lead and supervise activities but are not responsible for providing continuous care. Children are expected to follow instructions and behave responsibly.
Facilities & Health
• Toilets: Toilets are available on site.
• Medical Needs: If your child has any additional needs or medical issues, please let us know in advance so we can best support them.
Communication & Emergency Procedures
• Contact Information: Ensure that emergency contact details are provided at the time of booking.
• Emergency Protocols: In the unlikely event that we need to cancel a session, we will contact you as soon as possible.
• Refunds: All bookings are final. We are unable to offer refunds once a session is booked unless we cancel the session ourselves.