El almacén de locomotoras – Sucursal de Bromley

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The Engine Shed is a free to attend special interest group for autistic children, young people and adults. The club enables those with an interest in trains to come together with their peers to observe, play, talk and enjoy their hobby in a welcoming, safe and relaxing environment – and where parents/carers, as appropriate, can have a chance to relax, and talk in a supportive atmosphere.

Model railways and train sets for all abilities are set up and a range of train-related resources are available for participants to play with.

At the moment there are three groups. The lead group is in Reading, which meets in an industrial unit where the layouts are permanently set-up. The Reading group has a range of meet ups for different ages, including sessions with one or two children with parents/carers for those who may find the larger groups overwhelming. We also offer sessions for home-schooled children and young people at the unit. The other two groups meet monthly at venues in Chingford, North East London and in Bromley. There are also regular opportunities with the groups to visit special train-related attractions in their areas.

The key aims of The Engine Shed are:

  • To provide a unique special interest facility for autistic children, young people and adults and their families or carers;
  • To provide an opportunity for families to share and learn new strategies for promoting the learning and social skills of autistic children, using their love of trains as an entry point;
  • To create a friendly and supportive atmosphere in which all children, siblings, parents and other family members can feel comfortable and relaxed;
  • To provide recreational opportunities for the siblings of autistic children.
  • To provide recreational opportunities and peer support for autistic young people and adults.

Everybody is welcome. If you think your child or someone that you know would enjoy the sessions, please come along. There is no charge for attendance.

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