RPA Lends a Helping Hand. Swindon-based Revolution Performing Arts (RPA), one of the South West’s leading performing arts companies for children and young people, is continuing its commitment to supporting local families this Easter. The company is offering a series of fun, free activities for children.
This year, Fi Da Silva-Adams, founder of RPA, has partnered with the National Literacy Trust to provide free books for families. All alongside an exciting line-up of Easter-themed sessions. The programme’s designed to engage children and families in activities that are both entertaining and educational. All while fostering a love of reading.
Fi explains, ‘I’ve seen first hand the positive effect creative activities can have on children. During challenging times in particular. The arts and literacy go hand in hand, helping children build confidence, creativity, and resilience.’
In addition to the activities, every child will receive a free book to encourage reading at home. Fi adds, ‘We’re thrilled to be able to offer these books. Reading is a vital skill. And we want to ensure every child has access to books that inspire them, regardless of their background.’
Literary Champions
Sonja Van Leewen, Project Officer for Literacy Champions at the National Literacy Trust, said ‘The National Literacy Trust in Swindon aims to grow a generation of readers. One where no child gets left behind. And working to boost literacy levels and equip children and young people in Swindon with the literacy skills they need to get the most out of life.
‘This is vital at a time when children and young people’s reading for enjoyment is at an all-time low. And 1 in 6 children in the South West aged 5–8 do not have a book of their own at home. By working together with our Literacy Champions at Revolution Performing Arts, we’re providing books for the children who attend their holiday activities & food programme. We want to ensure more children have the opportunity to discover the joy of reading.’
RPA’s qualified team will lead all the sessions. They hold enhanced DBS checks and are fully trained in safeguarding and first aid. The Easter programme is open to all families, with no special requirements for participation.
Founded in 2007 by Fi Da Silva-Adams, RPA dedicates itself to encouraging young people to embrace their individuality through the power of the performing arts. RPA provides a welcoming environment. One where every child, regardless of their background, can thrive and enjoy the arts without the need for auditions or exams.
Swindon Easter sessions
The Easter sessions in Swindon will run from 14-17 April 2025, from 9am to 1pm at The Croft Primary School. Families that receive benefits-related free school meals should apply via their HAF voucher. Paid-for private places are available for £20 per session.
While funded bookings for Wiltshire have now closed, the following venues are still accepting paid bookings at £20 per session:
- Leighton Recreation Centre, Westbury (10am – 2pm)
- Royal Wootton Bassett Infants School (10am – 2pm)
- Malmesbury Primary School (10am – 2pm)
- Sheldon School, Chippenham (10am – 2pm)
For more information or to sign up for Easter activities, please visit:Â https://revolutionpa.co.uk/
