Lets Play Project

Who we are

The Let’s Play Project in Banbury provides specialised play and respite, it’s a welcoming beacon of play, escape and creativity for Young People with additional needs and their families within our local community.  We have been incredibly fortunate to be able to provide over 20 years of tailored specialist play, social and respite provision for children, young people, and their families in Banbury. Heading into our 24th year we want to continue developing, growing, and providing a safe place for young people to explore their independence, where possible, and for families to know their children are in safe hands.                                                                                                                                                                                  We offer over 150 children and young people a safe, fun and welcoming environment where they can socialise, build relationships and develop important life skills whilst also allowing their parents respite to spend time with other siblings, work, run errands and  socialise. Having a disability or complex needs can be extremely isolating, both for the child and their families. The Let’s Play Project allows a space for children and young people to create and nurture a social life which otherwise may be unavailable. Mainstream provisions are not aware or are unable to provide the level of support these children need, we were created to ensure this lack of mainstream support did not impact some of the most vulnerable children in the area.                                                                                                                                                                 As the largest commissioned provider in North Oxfordshire, our provision continues to develop with those using the service. We work with families, children, and young people, some of whom have attended since inception, to ensure the provision meets their needs, whilst creating a thriving environment full of joy and laughter. Oxfordshire County Council commends us as a best practice to other providers.                                                                                                                             

Families have expressed the lifeline that The Let’s Play Project has been for them. The daily stresses of having complex needs, ongoing barriers to activities, and the lack of understanding from the public often take a toll on our young people’s mental health, and their families’. We work with our attendees to explore this, producing a a safe place to understand, communicate and advocate for their needs.

Our culture and values

We believe in equality of opportunity for all.

We strive to create a positive, happy and inclusive environment where every Young Person is valued and their achievements are celebrated.

Everyone who joins our team becomes a part of the big family where everyone is valued, respected and cared for. We all enjoy what we do - whether we play or work. It gives us place where we belong.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the core of everything we do