About Hertsmere Mencap’s Holiday Club:
We accept children with learning disabilities aged 5-16 yrs, who reside in Hertfordshire.
We are currently partly funded by Hertfordshire County Council, however, we rely heavily on donations for resources such as additional staff, equipment, trips and activities. We are registered under the Hertfordshire Council’s SBLO (Short Breaks) scheme and registration to access our Holiday Club is required (please enquire for further details).
The Holiday Club currently runs for one week at Easter and approximately four weeks during the Summer holidays, Monday – Friday 10.00am – 2.00pm. We also hold our annual Christmas party.
Hertsmere Mencap’s Holiday Club has an extensive range of policies that are available to parents/carers. Our 2016 Ofsted inspection rated us as meeting all requirements. Their report reflects the high standards that we adhere to in caring for our children; this can be accessed via the Ofsted website.
Daily cost: £3.50 per hour
For a full report please access the Ofsted website www.reports.ofsted.gov.uk
Where we are:
We run from a local school in Borehamwood.
What we offer:
We provide fun and stimulating activities which are age and stage appropriate depending on the individual needs of each child, for example, creative and sensory play, music, entertainment, sports and cooking. Wherever possible, we plan outings to adventure playgrounds, farms, sailing, theatre and bowling. We also have many planned external organisations visiting Holiday Club, providing exciting activities for the children to access.
Caring for your children:
We have an open-door policy, and welcome parents and carers into Holiday Club each day. On arrival, you and your child will be introduced to a named member of staff who is responsible for each child’s individual care. We prioritise the safety of all our children and will ensure every child’s individual needs are met as far as is possible; our Children and Youth Coordinator regularly communicates with parents/carers throughout the duration of Holiday Club.
Children bring their own packed lunch and water bottle; and lunchtime at Holiday Club is very social, with staff and children eating together inside or having a picnic outside. Any drinks and snacks that are provided by us will consider any dietary requirements. Medication can be administered where necessary, with the consent of a parent/carer, ensuring all policies and procedures are met and adhered to.
Vacancies:
Job opportunities are available for Play Assistants and volunteers.
We are currently looking for Play Assistants (paid staff) and also Volunteers for our forthcoming Holiday Club.
For further details, visit our Vacancies page.
Children’s Activities Programme
Our son benefited so much from holiday club. He had “The time of his life”. He loved the independence of going to the club. He also enjoyed the social time spent with the other children and adults
Parent, Summer 2025 Holiday Club
Our son loved attending the summer holiday club. The staff are all lovely, attentive and fun. He really enjoyed all the activities available to him and looks forward to attending every year. In my son’s words: “it’s brilliant to go to”.
Parent, Summer 2024 Holiday Club
Our daughter has never attended a club before, so it was really good thing for her to do something new. She is nonverbal but she seemed so happy when I picked her up. Susannah was so nice and polite helpful, and all the staff were amazing.
Parent, Summer 2025 Holiday Club
Thank you and the team for a fabulous Christmas party. Our son had a better time than he has EVER managed before. You organised it brilliantly and it was obviously done with love. Fab space too!
Parent, Christmas party 2024
We’ve noticed at home the positive impact the Holiday Club has had. We are so pleased with everything you and your team have organised
We’ve noticed at home the positive impact the Holiday Club has had. We are so pleased with everything you and your team have organised
Parent, Summer 2021 Holiday Club
Summer holiday club made the biggest difference to our daughter. She loved the routine of the fun activities, all the people that came in to do things with them, being with other kids and all the staff. The team are absolutely fantastic here so kind caring nurturing its an amazing facility.
Parent, Summer 2025 Holiday Club
Fun and games in an understanding environment with the necessary support. They come home happier and excited which makes for an easier time at home.
Parent, Summer 2025 Holiday Club
