From Stirling Council
- In this climate of austerity, we are all aware that the most vulnerable are suffering the most
- Stirling Council has been offering activities and hot food during school holidays over the last 2 years
- We have not advertised this – as we do not want to stigmatise anyone
- Children are identified sensitively through the head teacher – the HT in each school know the situation of the children.
- Children are then offered a place on the holiday ‘fun clubs’ – and support to complete registration form is given by school staff. The fun club registration is then opened up to all – again to prevent children being stigmatised.
- So far, these fun clubs have been very successful – but there is not the physical resource within SC to commit to continuing to deliver. So far we have been awarded funding from SC budget – as you know its budget season – and particularly challenging this year. While I hope funding will be available again this year, this cannot guaranteed.
- Rather we are looking for community groups to take this up. Groups would bid for funding to provide activities and food for children in their area
- Good communication and liaisons with head teachers will be essential.
- Groups who feel they could offer support and assistance are requested to contact SC
- We have created a framework which outlines all that would be necessary to deliver a ‘fun club’. Those groups who are not yet ready are invited to enquire – support and guidance will be given to those groups
- All schools have children who are in need – some more than others.
- If you, or someone, or a group you know is interested, or you want to find out more information – please contact
- Claire Barron – barronC@stirling.gov.uk or 01786 233881
- Information is also on Stirling Council website
- Individuals who do not want to organise a group, but want to help, could perhaps volunteer with an established group.
