5-19 Service offer a range of free and safe child centred play provision across the borough offering activities within local communities for children & young people aged 4-13yrs. There are opportunities after school and during holidays where children & young people can take part in lots of different activities including:
arts and crafts
sports
drama
trips
residentials
accredited activities
This gives the children and young people attending the opportunity to build skills and develop their confidence in a welcoming environment. All structured activities are led and chosen by young people for young people and aim to develop their; Social, Physical, Intellectual, Creative and Emotional (SPICE) skills.
Many of our activities are focused around children and young people understanding and valuing their communities. We take a multiagency approach utilising the skills of statutory and voluntary partners including Greater Manchester Police (GMP), Sport and Active Living and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service, to support children and young people's health and well being.
To ensure the highest quality service, we are signed up to the voluntary Ofsted Register for all of our drop in sessions.
10-13? Feel too old for play club? Not old enough for youth club?
We offer a range of free and safe young person centred provision across the borough offering activities within local communities for young people aged 10-13yrs.
These sessions support young people during the transition from play to youth and help build life skills in an informal and fun environment. The young people get an opportunity to take an active role in their provision which can include various activities such as cookery, drama, trips and sports.
These sessions address issues facing young people in a fun and engaging way to give them the confidence and support to move through adolescence. Staff offer a safe open environment that provides an opportunity for young people to seek advice, support and guidance.
Mobile sessions
Nothing going on in your area? Out on the streets in your community?.....So are we!
Our bespoke mobile fleet was designed by and for young people and bring free play, youth and sports sessions to you. Whether it be a van, a box or a sports arena, our qualified staff offer quality sessions in your local community and are also available for hire.
Box 1 'at the centre of it all':
This is our mobile centre that brings to you activities including arts and crafts, gaming stations and group work. We use this as a base to support our street and project based work.
Box 2 'my talent':
As well as being a 21st Century mobile centre, box 2 can be transformed in to a multimedia venue offering Dj'ing, broadcasting, entertainment and performance space.
Box 3 'get sporty, get healthy and get involved!':
Our state of the art mobile sports arena offers a wide range of activities including boxing, street soccer and dance amongst many other activities.
Play Vans 'Play out and about in Bolton'
Our Mobile Play Vans get into the heart of your community offering various activities on your doorstep! Our qualified and experience staff will facilitate various activities that include:
team games
arts and crafts
sports
drama
trips
accredited activities