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Home Education Drop In Session & Lots More...
PODS Parent Carer Forum - Home Education Drop In Session
Thursday 3rd July from 9.30am-12.30pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Rd, Central Park, TF2 9TU
Join us for a discussion and share your experiences about your home education journey with us.
Feedback will be used to inform local changes and support offers. Any questions please get in touch with Jayne@podstelford.org
PODS Parent Carer Forum - PINS Project “Cuppa & Cake Session"
PINS (Parternership for Inclusion of Neurodiversity in School)
We are hosting PINS sessions at the following schools this month to talk about NeuroDiversity and what support is available for your child (even without a diagnosis).
If you are a parent carer at the schools below please come along and share your experiences and find out what is happening in school to support your child.
- Newport Infants: 16 June @2pm
- Teagues Bridge: 17 June @9am
- Captain Webb: 17 June @1.30pm
- High Ercall: 8 July @9am
- Ladygrove: 14 July @2.30pm
For more information, please get in touch with Jayne at: Jayne@podstelford.org
PODS Social - Youth Club (for 11 to 25)
Tuesday 24th June 2025 from 6pm-8pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU
PODS Youth Club for young people aged 11 years to 25 years:
A vibrant Hub for SEN teens and young adults, offering a space for fun, friendship, and skill development through diverse activities and a supportive environment.
There will be a range of activities available, plus seasonal activities as the year progresses. You can bring your own games/activities if you wish.
Come along and try something new, make some friends, or just have a break from the World!
To book, please click here: PODS Social - Youth Club (for 11 to 25)
PODS Social Support Group at Blists Hill
Wednesday 25th June 2025 from 10am-12pm at Blists Hill Victorian Town, Telford, TF7 5UD
Come and join us at PODS Family Group in Blists Hill Victorian Town for a chat, relax and meet with friendly faces. Ask us for some advice or just enjoy a walk around the village. Tickets are available at a subsidised cost of £3 per person. Tickets are non-refundable.
PODS will provide 1 tea/coffee/soft drink to each person booked, however you will have to purchase your own other refreshments if required.
Places are limited and booking is essential, open to all PODS members living in Telford and Wrekin. Please note that the tickets are non-refundable. Children, of any age, are welcome however if they are under 2 years old, no ticket is required.
We will be meeting at the entrance at 10am, please let us know if you will be late or can no longer make it so as the group can enter on time.
To book, please click here: PODS Social Support Group at Blists Hill
Pizza & Bingo incorporating PODS AGM
Tuesday 8th July 2025 from 6pm-7.30pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU
Come along to our Pizza & Bingo evening incorporating our AGM, find out what PODS have been up to over the past year and what the future holds. Your chance to have a chat and ask us questions about the things that matter to you.
Enjoy a game or two of Bingo, followed by some tasty pizza.
The evening is open to all PODS members, their children, Stakeholders and other interested parties.
Please make us aware of any dietary requirements at point of booking. If you have any questions or queries please email elaine@podstelford.org
To book, please click here: Pizza & Bingo incorporating PODS AGM
PODS June Activities
Join PODS this June for a variety of activity sessions! Parents and carers must attend and tickets are required for all children and young people.
The activities are open to children and young people, including siblings.
To book, please click on the links below:
PODS Happy Healthy Active Holiday Scheme
This scheme is open to all aged 0-25, including siblings. Each child/ young person attending will receive a free lunch, Adults must accompany throughout the sessions. Please book your spaces via the QR code or via the link. Lunch forms will be sent out prior to your sessions.
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Blist Hill
Meet us at Blist Hill Victorian museum for a trip through time, investigate the past and enjoy their woodland outdoor play area. Lunch will be included for the child/young person £4 per person
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/Parents-Opening-Doors-PODS/e-zovprx
Wenlock Priory 30th July 10am-1pm
Meet us at Wenlock Priory to investigate ruins fun outdoor games and a picnic lunch provided for the child/young person £4 per person
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/Parents-Opening-Doors-PODS/t-yaoekzz
Cooking Sessions 31st July 10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm
Join us for a cooking session at the PODS hub, we will have time to cook and eat our lunches alongside games and art activities. £5 per child
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/Parents-Opening-Doors-PODS/e-qdmqme
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/Parents-Opening-Doors-PODS/e-qdmqme
Gardening 4th August 10am-12pm
Join us at PODS hub for a gardening session to design your own pots and maintain our PODS garden with a pack lunch for each child/young person £4 per child
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/Parents-Opening-Doors-PODS/t-yaoekez
Crafts Sessions 12th August 10am-12.30pm or 1pm-3.30pm
A fun crafts session at the PODS Hub, lunch will be included for the child/young person £4 per child
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/Parents-Opening-Doors-PODS/e-ddyxym
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/Parents-Opening-Doors-PODS/e-ddyxym
Shrewsbury Prison 13th August 9.15am-1.45pm
Join us for a coach trip to Shrewsbury Prison to explore history and try out the prison cells with your family. Lunch included for child/young person. Please not unfortunately this trip is not wheelchair friendly £6 per person
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/Parents-Opening-Doors-PODS/t-noamzpq
Teddy Bears Picnic 26th August 10am-12pm
Join us for a teddy bears picnic at the PODS Hub with fun and games and lunch included for the child/young person £4 per child
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/Parents-Opening-Doors-PODS/t-xmeappl
Attingham Park 27th August 10am-1pm
Join at Attingham park to explore the grounds and manor house with a pack lunch included for the child/young person £4 per person
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/Parents-Opening-Doors-PODS/t-xmedlkz
PODS Minecraft Club
Held on Tuesday's, Term Time only, from 4pm-5pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU
A chance to come together and enjoy a session of Minecraft. Please note Minecraft will be accessed via PODS iPads which are linked to one another to allow multiplayer options. Children will not be able to access their own Minecraft accounts for safety reasons.
Sessions open to children and young people of all ages who are members of PODS including their siblings.
Drinks and biscuits provided. Session costs are non-refundable, parent/carer/PA must remain on site for the duration of the session. Please ensure every Child/young person attending has a ticket, those attending without a ticket will be turned away. Adult tickets are NOT required.
To book, please click here: PODS Minecraft Club
PODS Lego Club
Wednesday 18th June 2025 from 4.30pm-5.30pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU
PODS Lego Club is running sessions for children from 5-14 years old during Term Time. The children will be building as well as be able to improve their to social and communication skills.
Session costs are non-refundable, parent/carer/PA must remain on site for the duration of the session. Please ensure every child/young person attending has a ticket.
To book, please click here: PODS Lego Club
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Sensory Sessions
PODS Sensory Sessions are held at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU
Siblings are also welcome. Parent/carer supervision required at all times.
We have availability on the 0-6 years and 7-11 years sessions. Please click on the following links to book:
PODS Sensory Sessions Age 7-11
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PODS Monthly Lego Club
Monday 23rd June 2025 from 4.30pm-5.30pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU
PODS Lego Club is running sessions for children from 5-14 years old during Term Time. The Lego Club on Monday will be held once a month. The children will be building as well as be able to improve their to social and communication skills.
Session costs are non-refundable, parent/carer/PA must remain on site for the duration of the session. Please ensure every child/young person attending has a ticket.
To book, please click here: PODS Monthly Lego Club
PODS Picnic in the Park - **Please Note Later Date**
Monday 18th August from 10am-4pm at Charlton School, Apley Avenue, Wellington, Telford, TF1 3FA
Come along and join in the fun at our annual Picnic in the Park.
We will have lots of fun activities and workshops available on the day.
For more information, please contact Joanne Smith-Martin by email: joanne@podstelford.org or call: 07816 643747.
Nurture & Grow
Care in the Community by the Community
Nurture and Grow provides specialist PA support for children and young people aged 0-25 with disabilities and additional needs.
We are now accepting applications for support from individuals who are self funding or using direct payments.
Please follow the QR code in the poster or click below to apply:
Nurture & Grow Personal Support Application
Fully trained support workers providing 1:1 and 2:1 care.
Blossom & Bloom Stay and Play Session
Blossom & Bloom is a stay and play session for infants and pre-schoolers aged 0-5. There will be fun activities every week, come for a coffee, meet other parents in our welcome and inclusive environment.
This will be open to all children prior and post diagnosis, this group every Tuesday term-time only it will run 10-11.30 at PODS hub for any extra information contact Louise@podstelford.org
SEN Magazine - May/June 2025 Issue
In SEN Magazine's May/June 2025 Issue you will find articles on the following:
- Beyond Phonics
- Rethinking Dyslexia Intervention in the Classroom
- Unlocking Voices
- Symbolised Tech can Transform a Learning Environment for SEN Students
- Waxing Sensory
To read those articles and the magazine in full, please click here: SEN Magazine - May/June 2025 Issue
Child First Aid
Sharing from The Silver Threads Hall...
"Are you currently pregnant 🤰 or have a child up to the age of 2 and live with Shropshire or Telford Area?
Why not access FREE Child First Aid and Accident Prevention with Mini First Aid Shropshire.
This is running on Saturday 21st June OR Saturday 19th July with two time slots either 9.30am until 1pm OR 2pm until 5.30pm.
Places are limited and can be booked using the web link in the poster and filling in the form: https://bookwhen.com/mfashropshirecombined"
Action for Happiness Calendar - Joyful June 2025
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Thank you for reading our latest Ebulletin, please stay safe & well.
Kerrie Seagrave, Member Support Co-ordinator
on behalf of PODS Parent Carer Forum.
We hope you enjoyed reading our latest e-bulletin - we hope you continue to find it useful. If you have any suggestions to make it better feel free to let me know.
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