Send Christmas Family Fun Day By Ellis Lake Foundation
Description
🎅🎄 Ellis Lake Foundation's SEND Christmas Celebration! 🎄🎅
A magical Christmas experience where everyone is welcome! ❤️
Christmas is a special time of year, and at the Ellis Lake Foundation, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to experience the magic of Christmas in an environment where they feel welcome, included and supported.
We're delighted to invite families to our SEND Christmas Celebration, a festive event specially designed for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), along with their families.
Our aim is simple: to create a welcoming, relaxed and inclusive Christmas experience where families can enjoy themselves, make memories and celebrate together.
🎁 What's Happening?
We've got a wonderful selection of festive activities planned, with something for everyone to enjoy!
🎅 Meet Santa – Enjoy a special visit with Father Christmas and experience a little Christmas magic!
🐰 Small Animals with Pony Parties – Meet some adorable small animals in a lovely interactive experience.
🎶 Christmas Carol Singing by True Colours – Get into the festive spirit with some wonderful Christmas carols performed by True Colours.
🌈 Sensory Area by Sensory Shuttle – Unite Club – Explore a dedicated sensory space provided by Sensory Shuttle by Unite Club, offering an engaging sensory experience for children with different needs.
🍪 Biscuit Decorating – Get creative decorating some delicious festive treats.
🎨 Christmas Crafts – Enjoy a variety of fun, hands-on festive activities.
🚂 The Polar Express – Sit back, relax and enjoy a Christmas favourite.
🎯 Switch-Adapted Nerf Range – An accessible activity designed to allow more children to join in the fun.
☕ Festive Refreshments – Enjoy coffee, mince pies and a little Christmas cheer!
❤️ An Inclusive Christmas for Everyone
We understand that traditional Christmas events can sometimes feel overwhelming or difficult to access for children with additional needs.
That's why we're creating an event where inclusion, accessibility and understanding are at the heart of everything we do.
There's no pressure to take part in every activity. Families are welcome to enjoy the event at their own pace, choosing the activities that suit their children best.
Whether it's meeting Santa, spending time with the animals, enjoying the sensory area, listening to Christmas carols or simply spending time together, we want everyone to feel part of the celebrations.
Every child is different, and that's what makes our SEND community so special.
♿ Accessibility
Our event will take place at the Ellis Lake Foundation office at Quorum Business Park, Newcastle upon Tyne.
♿ Lift access is available.
❤️ Families with wheelchairs and mobility equipment are welcome.
🌈 A dedicated sensory area will be available.
🎯 Accessible activities, including our switch-adapted Nerf range.
👨👩👧 Parents and carers are welcome to support their children throughout the event.
🎄 Families can enjoy activities at their own pace.
If your family has any specific accessibility requirements, please get in touch before attending so we can discuss how best to support you.
🎄 Making Christmas Memories Together
This event is about so much more than Christmas activities.
It's about bringing families together, celebrating our wonderful SEND community and giving children the opportunity to experience the excitement and magic of Christmas in a welcoming and understanding environment.
We're incredibly grateful to Pony Parties, True Colours and Sensory Shuttle by Unite Club for helping us bring even more festive magic to this special celebration.
We can't wait to welcome you for an event filled with festive fun, Christmas smiles, wonderful experiences and a little bit of magic! 🎅❤️
🎟️ Spaces are limited, so please book your places in advance.
The Ellis Lake Foundation Team
Making a difference, one family at a time.
FAQs
- Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes! Our event is being held at the Ellis Lake Foundation office, which has lift access to the event space.
- Is there an accessible toilet?
Yes! Radar key required, Available from a staff member if required.
- Is there a Changing Places toilet?
Unfortunately not.
- Will the event be suitable for children with additional needs?
Absolutely! Our Christmas event has been designed with children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in mind. We want everyone to feel welcome, included and comfortable.
- Will there be a quiet space available?
We understand that Christmas events can sometimes feel overwhelming. Please confirm whether a designated quiet or sensory break room will be available.
- Does my child have to take part in every activity?
Not at all! Children can participate in as much or as little as they feel comfortable with. There is absolutely no pressure to join in.
- What if my child is frightened of Santa or doesn't want to meet him?
That's absolutely fine! Meeting Santa is completely optional. Children can wave from a distance, watch others or skip the experience altogether.
- Will there be loud music or flashing lights?
We understand that some children have sensory sensitivities. We'll aim to create a welcoming environment and provide information about any potentially overwhelming activities.
- Will parents and carers need to stay?
Yes. Parents or responsible carers must remain with their children throughout the event. Our volunteers will be there to help with activities but cannot provide individual care or supervision.
- Will refreshments be available?
Yes! We'll have hot drinks, cold drinks, mince pies and festive treats.
- Can we bring medical equipment, specialist food or feeding supplies?
Of course! Families are welcome to bring any equipment, medication, specialist food or feeding supplies their child requires.
- Is there parking available?
Yes, parking is available at the venue. Although the parking signs state “Permit Holders Only – 24/7”, we have been advised that these restrictions do not apply at weekends.
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