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PODS May Activities & Lots More...
PODS May Activities
Join PODS this May 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 General & Interactive Craft Session
PODS Cooking Session: Fruit Crumble
Fun P.E Session with Embrace (Sat 16th & Thurs 21st)
PODS April Activities
Join PODS this April 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:
Biscuit Decorating - SOLD OUT
PODS Sensory Sessions
PODS Sensory Sessions are held during Tem-Time only on a Monday from 4.30pm-5.30pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Telford, TF2 9TU
Join PODS for a session in our dedicated sensory room complete with lights, bubble tube and ball pit. Parents can chat to staff while the children play.
No ticket required for adults, please only book a ticket for each child.
Parents must remain on site throughout the session. Tickets are non-refundable.
To book, please click here: PODS Sensory Sessions
Blossom & Bloom Stay and Play Session
PODS Stay & Play Session for children aged 0–5 years with SEND. This will be open to all children prior and post diagnosis.
The sessions are every Tuesday term time only from 10am-11.30am at PODS Hub.
Come along and enjoy a warm, welcoming space for you and your little ones.
🌸We are back on Tuesday 14th April 2026 at 10am. We can’t wait to see you there!🌸
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
PODS Lego Club runs every Wednesday during Term-Time 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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SEND Reforms - White Paper Session
As part of the SEND Reform consultation "Every Child Achieving and Thriving" we are offering you the opportunity to join the Parent Carer Forum lead in a discussion regarding the plans, to ask any questions and to provide feedback into local planning.
We can tell you more about the consultation, what the main changes are, what parts are actually open for consultation (and what are not). and how these changes affect families.
Join us for mutual chat and support here at PODS Hub or online (MS teams)
IN PERSON SESSIONS: 13th April, 28th April, 30th April
ONLINE EVENING SESSION: 17th April
Additional Information sources:
Telford & Wrekin SEND Local Offer: SEND White Paper - SEND - Local Offer
Contact (National Charity): The Schools White Paper & SEND Reforms
Calvert Lakes Information Session
Saturday 18th April 2026 at 10am, held at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU
Never heard of Calvert Lakes? Would you like to find out more about the facilities and holidays they provide and how they can accommodate everyone regardless or ability?
Then why not pop along to PODS information session to find out more. There will be a short presentation about Calvert Lakes including photos/videos from our last visit. There will then be an explanation about the holiday on offer and payment options, the session will conclude with open questions.
For more information please contact elaine@podstelford.org
To book on the session, click here: Calvert Lakes Information Session
Family Hubs Stronger Together: SEND Parenting (0–5 Years) Programme
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Family Hubs continues to strengthen and expand its community offer across Telford and Wrekin.
Our popular Drop‑Ins and Playing Together groups continue to grow, offering you more opportunities to connect, play, learn and access support close to home. We’re committed to ensuring local families have the right help, at the right time, in the heart of their community.
As part of this we’re excited to share a new offer for families of children 0-5 years with SEND or emerging needs.
🌈 Stronger Together: SEND Parenting (0–5 Years)
A warm, supportive programme for families
Join a welcoming space where you can meet other parents of young children, share your experiences, and learn practical ideas to help your child thrive.
Because every family is unique — and every family deserves the right support at the right time. 💛
🌟 What the Programme Includes
Across 11 relaxed and friendly 2 hour weekly sessions (with a half‑term break in the middle), you’ll have the chance to:
📘 Sessions 1–5: Stepping Stones Triple P (SEND)
Learn practical, positive strategies that help with:
- ✔ Behaviour
- ✔ Communication
- ✔ Emotional wellbeing
- ✔ Daily routines
- ✔ Home life
These sessions are relaxed, supportive and completely tailored to SEND needs.
⏸ Half‑Term Pause – We’ll have a short break over school half-term to rest, reflect and recharge
🧩 Sessions 6–11: Follow‑Up Workshops
Build on what you’ve learned with a series of hands‑on, practical sessions:
🎨 Talking Mats
A visual, low‑stress tool to help your child share feelings, preferences and needs.
🗣 Talking Tots (3 sessions)
Fun, engaging activities to support early speech, language and communication.
📘 Making it REAL – early literacy
Strategies to support early reading and literacy skills
🎒 School Readiness
Simple strategies to help your child prepare for nursery, childminders or school transitions.
🎁 What You’ll Gain
- A chance to meet and connect with other SEND parents
- A safe, friendly space to share ideas
- Increased confidence in supporting your child
- Clear, practical tools to try at home
- A sense of community, encouragement and understanding
📍 Who Is It For?
Families living in the Telford & Wrekin area with children aged 0–5 who have SEND or emerging needs.
📬 What Happens Next?
Our first course starts on Tuesday 21st April 12.30-2.30pm (weekly for 11 weeks) at
Cherry Blossom Family Hub, PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU.
Scan the QR code or follow the link below to register
https://forms.office.com/e/tK29nG0YiY
Join Us At Our Befriender Drop-In
Thursday 23rd April from 10am-12pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU
Are you a parent carer looking for someone who truly understands? Come along to our friendly Befriender Drop-In Session and meet our amazing volunteer Befrienders.
Our Befrienders are parent carers too, offering peer-to-peer emotional support, a listening ear, and a safe space to share your experiences. Whether you want to chat, ask questions, or simply connect with others who “get it,” you are very welcome.
🫶No pressure, no judgement — just support and understanding.
☕Relaxed, informal setting.
🤝Connect with others on a similar journey.
❤️No need to book, just turn up! We’d love to see you there!
For more information, please email kerrie@podstelford.org
PODS Mental Health Drop In
Friday 24th April 2026 from 12pm-1.30pm at PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU
Come and join us for our Mental Health Drop In in a safe and non-judgemental environment.
We will have tea, coffee, biscuits, cakes, a listening ear ready for you.
Whether you would like to off load, have a warm cuppa, or just want someone to talk too. We are here for you.
To book, please click here: PODS Mental Health Drop In
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PODS Toileting Workshop - **Spaces Still Available**
We are excited to announce our upcoming in-person Toileting Sessions on the following dates:
Thursday 7th May from 12pm-2pm
To express your interest please email kelly@podstelford.org or kerrie@podstelford.org
Wills and Trusts Workshop
Fodens Solicitors, Louise Howard and Sophie Price will be visiting the PODS Hub on the Thursday 21st May, hosting an informative day for PODS families. They will spend the morning presenting to families about the importance of Wills, and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
Throughout the afternoon they will host 1-2-1 sessions, both these sessions can be booked through the Ticket Source links.
Little Buds
PODS are happy to announce we have created a specialist Stay & Play group for families within Telford who have had a premature baby or a stay on the Neonatal unit. Families are welcome within the group up until they start school.
This group will run every Monday during term-time 10am-11.30am at our PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, Telford, TF2 9TU.
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.
Family Hub Cherry Blossom Drop In
Families can access a monthly drop-in service at the Cherry Blossom Family Hub (PODS Hub), Central Park, Telford.
📍 Location: PODS Hub, 1 Hawksworth Road, Central Park, TF2 9TU
🗓️ When: Last Monday of every month (term time only)
⏰ Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm
This relaxed, friendly session is open to all parents and carers, offering:
✅ Advice and signposting to local support
✅ Information on parenting and available courses
✅ Guidance on accessing community activities
✅ Family Hubs information and support
No need to book – just pop in for a chat, a warm welcome, and access to a range of support designed for families.
We look forward to seeing you there! 💜
Club 17
Please see the poster below for details on Club 17.
Action for Happiness Calendar - Active April 2026
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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.
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