Revolution Performing Arts (RPA) is bringing its popular Easter holiday workshops back to St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Malmesbury, with both privately booked places and funded FUEL spaces available for local families.
Running from 10am-2pm and open to children aged 4-16, the workshops will offer full days of drama, singing, dance, arts and crafts and outdoor play. Children will spend time in the school’s forest learning space, known as The Land, alongside imaginative games and creative activities designed to build confidence and friendships.
Founder Fi Da Silva-Adams said the aim is always to create a space where children feel safe, included and free to be themselves.
“We want children to leave feeling proud of themselves, whether that’s because they tried something new, made a friend or simply had a brilliant day outside,” she said. “The holidays should feel exciting for children and manageable for parents.”
Alongside paid private bookings, the Easter workshops will also offer FUEL-funded spaces. FUEL stands for Food, Unity, Energy and Laughter and is a Department for Education-funded programme delivered locally through Wiltshire Council. It supports children who receive benefits-related free school meals by providing enriching holiday activities alongside meals.
Sara Crabb’s daughter Poppy first attended RPA’s summer holiday clubs three years ago, and when sessions later became available in Malmesbury, the family chose to move across.
“The range of activities and the standard of childcare has been excellent. Poppy has met children from different backgrounds and found like-minded souls,” says Sara.
“The team has recognised her ‘musical theatre nerd’ nature and helped her to nurture her fledgling performance skills. I feel sure that RPA has played a part in her blossoming into a lead role in the school show.
“The move to St Joseph’s this year and the combined wraparound childcare has been amazing too.”
RPA has been delivering FUEL provision for several years across Wiltshire and provides a hot meal, snacks and creative performing arts sessions as part of each workshop.
Fi said it is particularly important that families in rural areas such as Malmesbury, Chippenham and Royal Wootton Bassett are aware that both private and funded places are available locally.
“Not every family realises what’s on their doorstep,” she said. “We want parents to know they can book a private place for a full, active day of creative fun, and we also want families who are eligible for FUEL to feel confident applying. The support is there for them.”
Wraparound care may also be available subject to demand, offering additional flexibility for working parents during the Easter break.
Founded in 2007 by Fi Da Silva-Adams, RPA is dedicated to encouraging young people to embrace their individuality through the power of the performing arts. RPA provides a welcoming environment where every child, regardless of their background, can thrive and enjoy the arts without the need for auditions or exams.
Revolution Performing Arts runs FUEL workshops during Easter, Summer and Winter holidays in Malmesbury, Chippenham, Royal Wootton Bassett and Westbury.
Families can find out more or book a place at www.revolutionpa.co.uk.
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