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Description

Weekly Embroidery Club

A calm, creative space for children not currently in mainstream school.

Welcoming of children who may have SEND, SEMH, neurodivergence or EBSA.

Ages 10–16 | No experience needed | Everyone works at their own pace 

Each session teaches embroidery through fun, achievable projects. Hand embroidery helps build:

• Focus and concentration
• Emotional regulation
• Fine motor skills
• Confidence and self expression

Led by Mary Broddle

Nottingham’s expert embroidery tutor, Chartered Engineer and community arts practitioner. Mary has run after-school embroidery clubs for 3 years with children aged 5–16, including those with ASD, ADHD, PDA and selective mutism. Her nurturing approach ensures every child feels valued and supported. Mary holds an enhanced DBS check.

🧵 Neurodivergent-Friendly by Design

• Groups capped at 6 children
• Clear visual demonstrations
• Predictable, low-pressure environment
• Carefully chose calm and accessible venue
• No fear of getting it “wrong” — messy backs don’t matter
• Movement breaks welcomed
• Teaching adapts to individual learning styles

🕰️ When

Wednesdays, 12:45–1:45pm (term time)
Autumn Half Term 2: 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th November and 2nd, 9th & 16th December 2026

📍 Where

Sir Julian Cahn Pavilion – Meeting Room
Loughborough Road, West Bridgford, NG2 7JE
A small, quiet room overlooking the cricket pitch. Accessible, council-run venue with direct access via a side door.

⚙️ How It Works

Sessions run in half-termly blocks, working toward an embroidery design with variations for different skill levels. All materials provided — Mary stores each child’s piece safely between classes.

Each half term has a new design that is worked over the weeks of the block.  There are different variations of the design for different for those with different capabilities and experience. Children welcome go “off-piste” with their own ideas for the design themes.

Autumn Half term 2 design will be a Snowman, reflecting traditional whitework embroidery in a contemporary design.  

⚙️ Contact us via email to discuss your child’s requirements

💷 Cost

£25 per session, paid in half-termly blocks.

• Autumn Half Term 2 (7 sessions): £175
• Instalment payment plans available on request — we know this is a big commitment

🌱 Trial Session Available — £35

Every child’s needs are different, so we offer a trial session to check the fit before committing.

• Covers materials
• Deductible from the block cost if you continue

Please contact us to arrange a trial or discuss instalments.

Note: because these sessions are designed to properly support ND children, running costs are higher than a typical craft class. We’re working towards more formal Alternative Provision status.