Welcome to Sailship Training & Learning for Life, a transformative charity based in Clacton-on-Sea, championing health and wellbeing across all ages. Through therapeutic gardening, inclusive life skills training, and dementia-friendly environments, Sailship provides person-centred pathways for mental health recovery, personal growth, and social connection. With a focus on individuals with learning disabilities and the wider community, Sailship empowers participants to heal, flourish, and lead purposeful lives - growing a friendship between people, place, and possibility.
HAF Funded School Holiday Club
Get ready for fun filled days at Sailship!
We pleased to offer a fun and supportive school holiday club for young people with SEND ages 11-14.
Support is tailored to each child (please discuss your child's needs on booking) with sessions supervised by experienced staff. Activities can be adapted to support communication, confidence, independence and friendships
HAF Funded Placements limited to 10 per day
- Lunch provided -
Please give information on any dietary needs or allergens on booking.
Alternatively you may bring your own packed lunch.
2026 Summer Holiday Dates
Monday 27th July
Tuesday 28th July
Wednesday 29th July
Monday 3rd August
Tuesday 4th August
Wednesday 5th August
Monday 20th July
Tuesday 21st July
Wednesday 22nd July
Monday 10th August
Tuesday 11th August
Wednesday 12th August
Monday 17th August
Tuesday 18th August
Wednesday 19th August
Thursday 20th August
Activities to include:
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Outdoor games and team challenges
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Confidence and social skills activities
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Gardening and growing (planting, watering and harvesting)
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Forest school sessions (woodland exploring and nature activities)
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Arts, crafts and making (seasonal projects and upcycling)
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Simple cookery and trying healthy foods
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Quiet/calm time, including mindfulness, to support self-regulation