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How to join

Joining Caxton Youth Club

Caxton Youth welcomes learning disabled and autistic young people in Westminster aged 11-25. Joining is simple and the benefits are huge: new friends, fun activities, and skills for life. Come see what we’re about!

Who can join

  • If you are aged between 11-25 years old.
  • If you live in the borough of Westminster.
  • If you are learning disabled or autistic.
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What to expect as a member

If you join Caxton Youth, you can come to the club one night a week. The night you come on will be with other members your age. As a member, you can also go on fun trips during the holidays!

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Services

We offer seven core programmes that are focussed on our members’ wellbeing, independence and access to employment. We want to remove limiting barriers for members and open up opportunities.

See our services
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Facilities

Our facilities were designed to be accessible, engaging and fun. We offer a host of activities on site, from our sensory room to our computer room, as well as minibus transport if needed.

See our facilities
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Holiday activities

During the holidays we organise fun trips around London and further afield, whether heading to a musical or getting out in nature to go pond dipping.

See our holiday activities

Joining Procedures

1

Fill in the form

The first step is for you to complete a referral form on this website.

Fill in the form

2

Ask for help

If you’d like any assistance with completing the form, just pick up the phone and we’re happy to help.

020 7834 1883

3

Wait to hear from us!

Once your form has been sent to us, just wait to hear back. We will be as quick as we can!

How much does it cost

For those with access to a Personal Budget through Westminster City Council, we request a contribution of £15 a week or £20 a week if using the minibus transport. For those funding privately, we ask for a donation of £1 – £2 per session attending.

How we ensure safety

We are committed to guiding our new members through the process, from arranging a first meeting with our team to hosting a trial session. We want new members to feel safe, comfortable and excited to join. You can find our safeguarding policy here.

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I like going on trips and learn new skills. And I get to meet my friends

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Ready to become a member?

Once we have your referral form, we’ll do our best to review it within four weeks. We’ll then reach out with any questions or recommendations and take it from there!

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Still have some questions?

Our team is very happy to answer any questions you have about the joining process or the club itself. Please feel free to pick up the phone or drop us an email.

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