Sheffield CU Festival of Fun 2018

Spotlight on...

For our second article this week, we're shining our Sheffield CU spotlight on...

Something a little different!

Treasures and Trails of Sheffield Hallam

Sheffield Hallam University have once again developed a wonderful trail around their central campus buildings.  Their art-themed treasure hunt will give families a guided tour of the most interesting and exciting parts, but you’ll be able have a go at some interactive challenges.  Although the trail starts during the CU Festival of Fun, it runs throughout the summer, so plenty of time to have a go - Friday 27^th July to Friday 24^th August (Mon-Fri only), 9.00am-3.00pm, starts at Owen Building, City Campus, Howard Street, S1 1WB

But that’s not all – Sheffield Hallam University are holding their Family Fun Day once again on Friday 27^th July – a fun packed day of interactive activities including arts and crafts, competitions, experiments, sports and the launch of the treasure hunt as above.

·         Family Fun Day, Friday 27^th July, 10.00am-3.00pm, Hallam Square, Howard Street, S1 1WB

      No booking required for these activities, but you can contact them on 0114 2554899 or 0114 2254873 for more information.

The Science of Sweets!

For the first time, we welcome Fun Science – Sheffield, to the CU Festival of Fun programme.  And what an entrance! Join them at their sessions to learn all about the science of sweets.  Guaranteed to be lots of fizzing, bubbles and fluff, children will learn lots in a fun environment, and will bring home their learning to show off in the kitchen!

Find them at the following sessions…

·         Saturday 28^th July, 10.30am-11.30am, Centre in the Park, Norfolk Park

·         Thursday 2^nd August, 10.30am-11.30am, Southey Library

Contact Fun Science on 0114 2638550 to book a place and for more information

Nee-nahhh, nee-nahhh!

Due to the popularity of our sessions in February, our behind-the-scenes tours of Sheffield fire stations are back! Once again, join the fire fighters as they give you a guided tour of the fire station, the fire engines and all of their kit, uniform and equipment.  Fingers crossed they don’t receive an emergency call during your visit, you may even get to squirt the hoses!

Visits to the stations are as follows…

·         Tuesday 31^st July, 2.30pm-3.30pm, Rivelin Fire Station (PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS FULLY BOOKED)

·         Wednesday 1^st August, 11.30am-12.30pm, Lowedges Fire Station

·         Friday 3^rd August, 10.30am-11.30am, Birley Moor Fire Station

·         Tuesday 7^th August, 10.30am-11.30am, Parkway Fire Station

·         Wednesday 8^th August, 10.30am-11.30am, Elm Lane Fire Station (PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS FULLY BOOKED)

PLEASE NOTE: due to the popularity of these tours, you will only be able to book a place if you HAVEN’T already been on one of our Fire Station tours in February.

Booking is essential: please call 0114 2813761 to book a place and for more information.

For details of these and all the activities as part of CU Festival of Fun, please download the programme here: www.tinyurl.com/festivaloffun2018

Sheffield CU Festival of Fun 2018

Spotlight on...

Throughout the week, we'll be shining our Sheffield CU spotlight on the different types of activities available, and the wonderful Learning Destinations who are delivering our CU Festival of Fun activities.  Our first spotlight of the week shines on...

Music, dance and drama!

Fun theatre workshops for everyone!

Our friends Razzamataz Theatre Schools – Sheffield
join us once again to deliver some fun, lively workshops based on musical theatre.  A mix of singing, dance and drama, your kids are guaranteed to have a razztastic time.  There’s even a workshop delivered especially for children with special needs.  In response to feedback from previous events, we’ve worked with Razzamataz to deliver something which will be a carefully delivered session, suitable for children aged 5-9 years with a range of SEN.  Extra, specialist staff will be on hand to ensure your child can join in the Razz magic.  Contact them to discuss your child’s needs if you feel this session might be suitable for your child.

Find Razzamataz at the following places…

·      Thursday 26^th July, 10.30am-11.30am, 4-7 years, Frecheville Library

·      Thursday 26^th July, 11.30am-12.30pm, 8-12 years, Frecheville Library

·      Thursday 2^nd August, 2.00pm-3.00pm, 4-7 years, Frecheville Library

·      Thursday 2^nd August, 3.00pm-4.00pm, 8-12 years, Frecheville Library

·      Thursday 9^th August, 10.30am-11.30am, 4-7 years, Crystal Peaks Library

·      Thursday 9^th August, 11.30am-12.30pm, 8-12 years, Crystal Peaks Library

·      Monday 6^th August, 1.00pm-2.00pm, 5-9 years, Centre in the Park

*please note: this session is designed specifically for children with SEN

Contact Razzamataz to find out more and book a place, on 07979 189177

Noodle Performance Arts – the one to watch!

Yes, parents and carers are invited to watch the results of this workshop, through a short performance at the end! Join Noodle for a fun and lively performance arts session based on a top musical, delivered at their base in Beighton, Sheffield.  You can be guaranteed a great hour of activity, all resulting in a performance to be proud of.

Find Noodle’s sessions as follows…

·         Monday 30^th July, 10.00am-11.00am, Matilda theme, Beighton Lifestyle Centre

·         Saturday 11^th August, 10.00am-11.00am, Lion King theme, Beighton Lifestyle Centre

Contact Jess on 07821 887073 to find out more and to book a place.

The greatest show from around the world!

Our friends from Hype Dance are joining us once again as part of our Festival of Fun.  Their two sessions are designed for children of all abilities, so no previous dance experience is necessary.  Come along and join their dance team, learning dance styles from around the world as well as themes from The Greatest Showman.

You can find Hype Dance at the following sessions…

·         Tuesday 31^st July, 10.30am-12.00pm, Greatest Showman theme, Chapeltown Library

·         Tuesday 7^th August, 10.30am-12.00pm, Around the World theme, Stocksbridge Library

Contact Hype Dance on 0114 2758503 to book a place and for more details.

Silly scenes, short performances, fun and lots of games!

A Mind Apart are back once again to deliver a workshop in children’s improvisation. Promising to be lots of fun, why not join them in feeling free to be a bit silly?  Every child will be given the opportunity to let their creativity and inner-comedian loose, and to build fantastic worlds with friends.       
 

You can find them at the following session…

·         Monday 6^th August, 10.00am-2.00pm, Shiregreen Neighbourhood Centre

 Contact A Mind Apart on 0114 2321172 to book a place and for more details.

For details of these and all the activities as part of CU Festival of Fun, please download the programme here: www.tinyurl.com/festivaloffun2018

Planning your summer fun?

The Children's University Passport to Learning newsletter which includes details of activities happening across Sheffield during the summer holidays is now available!

As well as our fantastic FREE Festival of Fun, our Learning Destinations are also delivering lots of fabulous activities right through the summer, where you can collect CU credits. We have pulled together this information into our summer activity newsletter, which you can view HERE or by clicking the link on the right of the page! This is our biggest EVER newsletter, packed full of exciting activities so make sure you check it out!




Children and young people who take along a Passport to Learning to all the activities listed in the newsletter will be able to earn additional CU credits at these activities. These are available from Sheffield libraries, and some Learning Destinations across the city. There's also an up to date list and contact details of our validated Learning Destinations.

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Sheffield CU Festival of Fun 2018 is here!

Your go-to place for over 45 exciting and FREE activities for children to try IS HERE.  From forest school to arts and crafts, sports and martial arts to gaming, performing arts to yoga, and from science to fire station visits and treasure hunts, we're sure there'll be something to excite you all.

You can download a copy of the programme here: www.tinyurl.com/FestivalofFun2018   

Many of the activities require booking in advance so you'll need to contact the Learning Destinations directly, using the details on the leaflet. However, to give everyone a fair chance, booking will OPEN ON 14th JULY so get your diaries at the ready.

Of course, not all of the activities require booking - some are 'drop in' so feel free to call in where you see these activities taking place.  To take part in the Festival of Fun activities, children MUST be in Reception Year or above currently, and at a SHEFFIELD school.  They must also have a CU Passport to Learning. 

Haven't got yours yet? Don't panic! You can buy one from any Sheffield library (£3.50 each). Parents/carers must sign the consent sticker in the front but you DON'T need to register the Passport to Learning anywhere. A Passport to Learning enables you to collect CU credits at any of our Learning Destinations in Sheffield beyond the CU Festival of Fun. And don't forget, there are thousands of Learning Destinations across the country, waiting for you to explore and collect CU credits for doing so.

We'll be kicking off our Sheffield CU Festival of Fun with a very special launch event at The Moor Market Sheffield​ on SATURDAY 21st JULY - watch this space for more information but pop along with your Passport to Learning to say 'Hi', have a go at a few activities, collect some CU credits and find out about all the fab activities happening across the summer.

We can't wait to get going!

*PLEASE NOTE: there is one amend to the leaflet:

Sheffield Wildcats RHC​ are running their intro to roller skating and basic roller hockey skills on MONDAY 23rd JULY 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm and NOT Wednesday 1st August (they just couldn't wait to get started any longer!)

Planning your Spring Bank fun?

Are you looking for some exciting activities to do over the Spring Bank holidays where you can also collect CU credits using your Passport to Learning?

The Children's University Passport to Learning newsletter which includes details of activities happening across Sheffield during the Spring Bank holiday is now available. Visit https://tinyurl.com/springcupassportnewsletter to start planning your Spring fun!

Children and young people who take along a Passport to Learning to all the activities listed in the newsletter will be able to earn additional CU credits by taking part. There's also an up to date list and contact details of our validated Learning Destinations. If you don't have a Passport to Learning yet, don't worry! You can pop into any local library across the city and buy one for £3.50!

To keep up to date with all things CU you can also find us on Facebook, and Twitter!

The future looks bright for South Yorkshire!

We just wanted to provide you with a little update on some very exciting developments here at Sheffield CU! Hopefully you are aware that we are always trying to maximise the impact of Sheffield CU and develop opportunities for all. At the same time, we are committed to maintaining our work and the high quality service we have developed and delivered over years, which is accredited at the highest level of the QiSS quality award. We have always done our utmost to grow CU locally and regionally, but capacity needs to grow to support this work and this has been more than a little challenging in the current climate. However, an exciting opportunity has arisen! Back in December we were approached by Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) who want to build on our excellent practice, reputation, knowledge and expertise to develop a South Yorkshire Children’s University.

This work is part of South Yorkshire Futures (http://www.southyorkshirefutures.co.uk/), a SHU led partnership focused on improving attainment and raising aspiration in disadvantaged areas. Practically, this means Katie and Helen will spend 1 day a week each for 1 year working with SHU to develop a business plan for a South Yorkshire CU which will support the work of Sheffield and the existing CU in Doncaster, and help develop a Barnsley and Rotherham CU too!

Hopefully it’s clear that there are many benefits to this work! Being part of a high profile flagship
Sheffield Hallam University initiative which is supported by the Department for Education puts Sheffield CU at the heart of this exciting development and allows us access to other strands of work involved in South Yorkshire Futures including fundraising opportunities. It also strengthens the strategic partnership between Sheffield City Council and the University and other key partners and allows us to working closely with strategic leaders of other South Yorkshire local authorities to develop provision.

Of course, Sheffield CU is and will remain our priority. We are very passionate about our work and Sheffield CU is our family! It is only because of the success and glowing reputation of Sheffield CU that we are able to grab this opportunity and we certainly would not let anything compromise our work and service we provide. Therefore, our service will not change as a result of this development, it will only mean Katie and Helen will be out of the office one day a week to project manage this work. Sakina, Molly and our new apprentice will be on hand during this day though, and we are confident they can help troubleshoot any issues or pass them on to us on our return. We are really hopeful that this will bring lots of opportunity for us, as well as our schools, Learning Destinations, partners and children and families and hope you join in our excitement and enthusiasm for this project!

We are sure there will be lots of interest as we move to developing and launching a CU in Rotherham and Barnsley which will mean children from across our region can collect CU credits. We will provide further updates throughout the coming months, so do keep an eye on our Facebook page!

Planning your Easter Fun?

Are you planning your Easter fun? The Children's University Passport to Learning newsletter which includes details of activities happening across Sheffield during the Easter is now available!

Click HERE, or the link at the side of this blog to start planning now!

Children and young people who take along a Passport to Learning to all the activities listed in the newsletter will be able to earn additional CU credits at these activities. There's also an up to date list and contact details of our validated Learning Destinations. If you don't have a Passport to Learning yet, don't worry! You can pop into Sheffield libraries across the city and buy one for the bargain price of £3.50!

 Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date with all things Sheffield CU!