Short breaks service from the Bucks Activity Project

What types of activities are provided?

Weekend Clubs

Our Centres (Under 8 and 8+)

Our Weekend Clubs run from our three Ofsted‑registered centres in Aylesbury and High Wycombe. Sessions take place on Saturdays throughout the year.

These clubs give children under 8 and aged 8+ the chance to spend time together, make new friends, have fun, and enjoy a wide range of activities in a safe and supportive environment.

Activities may include:

Cooking
Arts and crafts
Team games
Indoor and outdoor play
General toys and games

Out & About's (8+ only)

Alongside our centre‑based sessions, we also offer Out & About Weekend Clubs, giving children the chance to explore the community and enjoy activities in local venues across the county. These sessions also run on Saturdays.

Designed for children aged 8+, these clubs offer children opportunities to try new things and enjoy their favourite activities with peers who share similar interests.

Activities may include:

Swimming
Bowling
Cinema or theatre trips
Visits to farms
Trampoline parks
Local parks

Find out more about weekend clubs

Shooting activity with the Bucks Activity Project

Holiday Activities

Our Holiday Activities programme offers fun‑packed activity days throughout every school holiday. With a wide range of options available, there’s always something exciting for everyone.

Children and young people can enjoy a mix of new activities, all supported by our friendly and experienced team.

Just a taste of the activities we offer:

Bowling
Cinema trips
Fun days
Adventure playgrounds
Swimming
Laser tag
Go Ape
Climbing
Water sports

We run sessions from a variety of local venues, including schools, community centres, Thomley Activity Centre, Thames Valley Adventure Playground, and leisure centres across the area.

Find out more about our holiday activities

Gardening activity with the Bucks Activity Project

Youth Clubs – Skyline and Limitless

We run two types of youth clubs; skyline and limitless, designed for young people who benefit from consistent peers, familiar staff, and a regular pattern of sessions.

Skyline is aimed at children and young people aged 8–14.

Limitless is for those in Year 7 and above who are high‑functioning but may sometimes need a little more support than a mainstream youth club can offer.

Both clubs provide a safe, social, and engaging environment where young people can build confidence, develop friendships, and enjoy a variety of activities alongside others their age.

Find out more about our youth clubs

Shadow of a playful person on a tree at the Bucks Activity Project

Early Years

Weekday activities for Preschool-aged children (0 - 5 years)

Ofsted registered play sessions designed around the Early Years Foundation Stage, supporting children's interests and learning. These sessions are specifically for pre-school age children who are not currently attending a nursery or other education setting during the week.

Sessions are bi-weekly except for during school holidays, running on Friday mornings at our Aylesbury and High Wycombe venues.

Frequently asked questions

What do the sessions cost?

Will staff have relevant training?

All staff working directly with children are highly trained to ensure they can support every child and young person appropriately. Core training includes Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity, Behaviour Support, Moving and Handling, Team Teach, Epilepsy Awareness, Paediatric First Aid, Makaton, Autism Awareness, and a range of clinical procedures where required. Additional training is provided throughout the year based on the needs of the children attending.

Who can make a referral?

Do I need a social worker?

Will my child get 1:1 support?

When your child first joins us, they will usually start with a 1:1 care rating to help them settle in and ensure we fully understand their needs. As we get to know them better, this level of support may change.

Their care rating can vary depending on:

Their individual needs
How they are progressing
The type of activity they are taking part in

Any changes are always made thoughtfully, with your child’s wellbeing and safety at the centre of our decisions.

Is transport provided?

I have a concern regarding a short breaks activity — who can I contact?

If you have a compliment, concern, or complaint about a short breaks activity, please speak directly to the Team Leader at the session in the first instance. They will do their best to address the issue promptly.

If this isn’t appropriate, or you would prefer to speak to someone else, you can contact our office on 01296 438230 or [email protected] Your concern will be passed to the most appropriate member of the team, who will look into the matter and get back to you.

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