Purple Patch Arts – Lifelong Learning Programmes

At Purple Patch Arts, we think learning should be fun, creative, empowering and accessible to everyone.

We offer weekly Lifelong Learning Programmes for learning-disabled adults across Yorkshire; Leeds, Bradford, Halifax, Harrogate, Ilkley and Skipton. Our Programmes happen 10 – 3pm on Mondays to Fridays during Term Time, location dependant on day. Our specialist staff use creative methods such as art, drama, music, movement and multi-sensory activity to make learning fun and accessible, exploring a wide range of different topics based on a yearly theme.

If you or someone you know might like to come to Purple Patch Arts, then this is what to do:

Step 1 – Get in Touch!
Anyone can get in touch with our Outreach Coordinator, Megan. You can email, call or text us yourself, or you can ask a family member, friend, or social worker to do it for you.

Telephone: 07510330105

Email Address: megan@purplepatcharts.org

Step 2 – Finding out information

When you get in touch with Megan, she will ask you or someone you know some questions. She will want to know what support you will need if you come to Purple Patch and other things like, emergency contact details. This is so we can support you and make sure you have a great time.

Step 3 – Arranging 2 free taster sessions

Megan will be able to tell you about where our Programmes are and when they happen. Once you have decided which is best for you, she will arrange for you to have 2 free tasters. You will take part in activities and get to know the staff and other participants.

Step 4 – Making a booking

After you have come to your 2 free taster sessions, Megan will talk to you and the people who support you about whether or not you would like to keep on coming. If you would like to do this, then you will be asked fill in a Booking Form; we can help you with this.

Step 5 – Paying for your place

After you make a booking, your place at Purple Patch will cost £50 per day. This money should come from your personal/care budget. You might have direct payments which you can use for this, or you might need to talk to your Social Worker about joining our service. If you don’t have a social worker or care manger and don’t know where the money should some from, please don’t worry, we can work with you to help with this.

Accessibility information:
All our locations are wheelchair accessible, with some offering changing places toilets. You can see an overview of the accessibility of each venue on our website here: https://purplepatcharts.org/lifelong-learning/.

We don’t provide personal care but participants can bring along support to help them with this. Drinks are provided throughout the day, but participants will need to bring their own lunch. Sadly, we cannot organise transport.