PAGE LINKS
USEFUL LINKS
SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER
DONATE TO CHEXS!
CHEXS HOLIDAY SUPPORT SESSIONS
A safe, active, and inclusive space for children during school holidays
School holidays should be a time to relax, have fun and make memories, but for some families, they can also bring added stress or isolation. That’s where the CHEXS Holiday Support sessions comes in.
Our programme offers a fun, active, and welcoming space for children aged 6–11, referred through our partner schools, who may benefit from support during the school break. Whether it’s building friendships or trying new activities, the sessions are designed to give young people the chance to enjoy their holiday in a way that’s exciting, inclusive and structured.
From creative challenges and outdoor games to team projects and calm wellbeing activities, every session is built around helping children have fun, feel good and stay connected during the break.
WHAT YOUR CHILD MIGHT DO
Children attending the CHEXS Holiday Support Sessions can expect:
- Outdoor activities – games, group challenges and nature-based exploration to encourage movement and teamwork
- Creative sessions – art, crafts (including the Brick by Brick project) and hands-on projects to inspire imagination and give children a sense of pride
- Wellbeing time – space for children to talk, reflect and build their confidence in a calm, supportive environment
- Mini leadership tasks – such as helping set up equipment or lead small team games, building responsibility and peer connection
- Group games and friendship building – fun, inclusive sessions designed to develop social skills and support emotional wellbeing
Our holiday sessions are fully inclusive, with staff trained in supporting children with SEND, anxiety, or other additional needs.
WHAT CHILDREN GAIN
Children leave the Holiday Support Sessions feeling more confident, active and connected. Many build new friendships, discover new interests, and enjoy the chance to be themselves in a safe, structured environment.
The programme supports:
- Confidence and self-esteem
- Social interaction and teamwork
- Routine and structure during breaks
- Physical activity and wellbeing
- Positive relationships with trusted adults
Parents regularly tell us how much calmer, happier and more settled their children are after attending CHEXS holiday sessions.
WHAT WE DELIVER
