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SNAP Hertfordshire Ltd. Playschemes (Hemel Hempstead and Berkhamsted)

SNAP (Special Needs Activities and Play) runs specialist holiday playschemes in the Dacorum area, for children/young people aged 3 to 19 years who have learning disabilities (or varying severity), some also have physical or sensory disabilities and or behaviour that is challenging.

Children/young people can participate in a variety of activities such as drama, music workshops, games and water and paint exploration at the schemes bases, as well as popular outings such as swimming, parks, the zoo and so on. We operate a one to three staff ratio, with higher if needed.

Playschemes provide a much needed opportunity for interactive play a also a much needed break for families. Places are offered in advance of schemes.

* Venues: Local schools in Hemel Hempstead and Berkhamsted.

* Times: 10.00am to 3.00pm, during school holidays. 4 to 5 days only over Easter and four weeks during the summer holidays.

They are also opening a new monthly Saturday club for children who are over 8 years old.

* Price: £10.00 per day (with some concessions).

Please contact or visit the website for further information.