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Programme · Summer Fun

Summer Fun Activity Programme — keeping young minds active all summer

During the long school holidays, screen time goes up and reading falls off. Our Summer Fun Activity Programme is designed to change that — a 6-week creative writing and reading programme that makes literacy feel like play.

Programme details

6 weeks, free, open to ages 6–12

  • Duration: 6 weeks during the summer school holidays
  • Format: Online sessions + in-person sessions at Sutton Coldfield libraries
  • Ages: 6–12 years
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Capacity: Limited places — register early

History

From 16 children to a region-wide programme

  • 2023: First programme, 16 children, delivered online
  • 2024: Expanded to 4 Sutton Coldfield libraries, in-person
  • 2026: Registration opening soon — sign up to the newsletter to be notified

What children do

Creativity, reading, sharing — led by Jayce

Creative writing sessions

Story planning, character building, drafting and sharing.

Reading challenges

Themed reading lists with prizes and certificates.

Story-sharing

Children share their stories with the group and Jayce.

Author interaction

Q&A and feedback directly from Jayce.

Register your interest

Sign up to the newsletter to hear when 2026 registration opens.