How Holiday Clubs and Children's Parties be more inclusive?
                     How Can
Holiday Clubs
&
Children’s Parties
Be More Inclusive?
Social engagement is extremely 
important in a child’s 
development.
So, what is it like to reach out to a 
child with additional needs?
Let’s look at some practical examples 
of how we can successfully get all 
children involved with activities such 
as holiday clubs, children’s parties 
and summer holiday camps:
Involve an 
Inclusion Leader, 
or SENCO
The role of an inclusion leader, or Special 
Educational Needs Co-Ordinator (SENCO) is 
a very important one. They can help us to 
understand the experiences of a child, and 
why it might be difficult for them to 
participate.
Safeguarding a 
child’s additional 
needs.
There are other considerations to take into 
account. Some children for example will 
need help with toilet arrangements. In such 
cases, applicable guidelines must be 
followed to protect the child.
Familiar activity 
engagement 
approach
Learning can be fun and inspiring when 
we are engaged. This applies to all 
children, regardless of their needs.
Inclusivity and 
care make a 
Pdrioffvideinrge cnarce eand inclusivity for children 
helps everyone at holiday clubs, camps and 
children’s parties feel accepted and part of a 
group.
A culture of care, support and 
inclusivity can result in an amazing 
experience, one that can be truly 
transformative for all.