Welcome to Wickford Extended Services
This website will now replace the existing newsletter which has been produced each half term and distributed to your children via preschool, school, Triangle Children's Centre and Wickford Library.
Summer Holiday Activities 2010 - Fun for all the family, low cost, local activities, coach trips and events
Bookings can be made throughout the summer period but places are on a first come first serve basis, please book early to avoid disappointment. Click here to register and browse activities now.
COOKERY AND OTHER ADDITIONAL SUMMER ACTIVITIES NOW AVAILABLE TO BOOK:
Click the links below:
A great way to end your summer holiday - SX Urban Games Saturday 28th August 2010
Gloucester Park Skate Park - FREE day out including freestyle football and basketball (3v3 tournament), Bald Mc, Wickford Knights, Music, Bands, Beat Boxer, Music Production Workshops, Pro Skating Demo's, Dance Demo's and Workshops, BMX Madness, Street20 Cricket, Web Design Workshops, Bike Doctor, Inflatable Football Pitch and much more. Funded by Basildon Council , Sport Essex, Network Rail and more. Click here for more details. FREE Coach to and from Gloucester Park leaving at 10.40am from Bromfords School returning 4.20pm - click here to register book on free coach. Age 12+ - No supervision on arrival, children will be expected to return to coach pick up pont promptly on their return.
Cricket Pay and Play now running ...
A firm summer favourite - cricket pay and play is now running at Wickford Cricket Club, Swan Lane from Tuesday to Friday until 27th August (with the exception of the 6th August). Book on line or turn up and pay and play. £4 per session, 10am to 1pm. Age 6 upwards. All abilities. Level 2 coach will divide into age groups and ability, fun challenges, skill improvement and match play. Drinks and snacks required, cricket whites and own cricket kit optional. Any sports wear ok, equipment available.
Additional Sport4fun Multisports Days
now added - 10th and 11th August, Beauchamps, 9.30am to 3pm, £13 per child. Book here now....
New Water Polo Club - Every Saturday commencing 12th June 2010, 12pm to 1pm, Castledon School, Bromfords Drive - Age 8 upwards
Additional Sport4fun Multisports Days
now added - 10th and 11th August, Beauchamps, 9.30am to 3pm, £13 per child. Book here now....
New Water Polo Club - Every Saturday commencing 12th June 2010, 12pm to 1pm, Castledon School, Bromfords Drive - Age 8 upwards
If your child enjoys being in water and fun sport then come along to the new Extended Services Water Polo club. Hosted by Elite Sports Coaching, enjoy an hour of playing this sport along with skill development and challenges every week. Cost £5 per person. Financial support may be available if cost is restriction, please contact Rachel Voller as above to discuss your needs. Click here to register your interest. Please state "Water Polo" in the message area along with your childs name, age and school.
Adventure Island, Southend - Half Price Wrist Bands
To buy half price big adventure wristbands at Adventure Island, Southend please call Anita Hogwood on 07787632098 or email at admin2@wickfordextendedservices.org.uk, Available all year, £11.50 per wristband (RRP £22). Once purchased tickets are valid until 31st December 2010, one use only, can be exchanged if not used by then, please call Anita for details. Tickets can be collected or posted please discuss your requirements with Anita.
Childcare
If you require childcare either full time or before or after school or during the holidays, please click here for details on local providers and childminders.
Getting On Line - FREE PC
Internet access is available FREE at the Wickford Library to ensure all have access to the site. Schools will also be helping to provide internet access; some are already running internet cafes. Check with your child's school for details.
Home Access CLAIM A FREE PC or LAPTOP
Check out the new Government initiative, Home Access, offering free pc and internet access to families on low income or benefits. Click logo for more details.
Extended Services
Wickford Extended Services works with and on behalf of the schools and partners of the Wickford Local Delivery Group to deliver the Extended Services Full Core Offer:
Extended Services focuses on improving the outcomes and individual potential of 0 to 19 year olds, through the following provision:
Quality and affordable childcare in Wickford and a safe place to be for young people
Varied menu of activities and study support before and after school and during holiday period
Parenting support
Swift and easy access to additional support services
Community access and links
For more information on Extended Services click About Us
Quality and affordable childcare in Wickford and a safe place to be for young people
Varied menu of activities and study support before and after school and during holiday period
Parenting support
Swift and easy access to additional support services
Community access and links