GOSPORT BOROUGH COUNCIL FREE `OPEN ACCESS`

SUMMER PLAYSCHEME 2010

Gosport Borough Council operates FREE, OPEN ACCESS play and sports schemes across Gosport. Open weekdays only 10am – 12pm and 2pm – 4pm unless otherwise stated, providing a range of opportunities for girls and boys to choose.

We will be operating at 6 different venues (see below) for a list of facilities and times:-

PLAYSCHEMES (5-11yrs)

Bridgemary Sports College:                 Monday 26^th July to Fri 13^th August 2010

Grange Junior School: *                       Monday 26^th July to Fri 13^th August 2010

Lee on the Solent Infant School          Monday 26^th July to Fri 13^th August 2010                            

Peel Common Junior School:                Monday 26^th July to Fri 13^th August 2010

* Swimming activities are available at selected venues only; see individual scheme programmes for details of when sessions are on.

N.B. Swimming activities will not be held on the first or last day of the schemes.

…provide a variety of stimulating opportunities for the children attending.

…provide guidance and support to encourage children to participate.

…provide a First Aider, qualified and experienced staff.

…provide an opportunity for junior leaders to volunteer.

…take responsibility for children when they are on our site during our opening hours.

Please Note: Should children choose to leave the scheme or not arrive; they remain the parent’s responsibility.

WE DO NOT…

…provide childcare whilst the parent is unavailable.

…provide anything during 12noon – 2pm.

…provide refreshments except water, so please provide a drink in a plastic container.

…accept liability for loss or damage to property.

YOU DO NEED…

…to provide consent for medical assistance in the event of an emergency.

…to provide contact details, this includes the name of someone to contact if your child is ill, disruptive, upset or involved in an emergency. The contact is expected to collect the child immediately.

…to provide information on medical conditions and special requirements.

Please Note: Consent forms are available at each site and must be completed on the child’s first visit.

YOU DO NOT NEED TO…

…pre-book a place but a parent consent form must be completed on your first visit.

…bring money – the schemes are FREE.

CHILD NEEDS SUPPORT?

If your child needs additional support, for example extra supervision and / or particular equipment, please contact Mark Reynolds on 023 9254 5723 or by emailing mark.reynolds@gosport.gov.uk.  If you contact Mark beforehand then arrangements can be made for you and your child.