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NCS - are you sorted for summer 2019?

If you're aged 15-17 and live in Oxfordshire then you are eligible for the unforgettable National Citizen Service programme!

The National Citizen Service (NCS) is a programme that helps you build skills for work and life, take on new challenges, meet new friends and have fun.

The programme is available to young people aged 15-17. It aims to help young people to connect with their local community, build skills and confidence, and expand their horizons with activities and projects plus, it looks great on your CV!

What is included in the cost?

  • An outdoor residential at an activity centre in an idyllic location out of the county, with travel and all activities included.
  • A discovery 5 day residential at Hill End Centre near Oxford.
  • The opportunity to make a real difference in the community by designing and delivering a social action project
  • Graduation ceremony at Oxford Brookes University and a certificate of achievement signed by the prime minister

BOOK NOW: You can secure a place for just £50 by visiting www.ncsyes.co.uk/summer

Summer Experience Dates

Each experience lasts for four consecutive weeks, except date five which is three weeks. Transport, accommodation, activities and food are included. Sign up quickly as the programmes are filling up fast!

Experience 1: 1 July - 26 July - FULLY BOOKED Experience 2: 15 July - 9 August Experience 3: 22 July - 16 August Experience 4: 29 July - 23 August Experience 5: 5 August - 23 August (3 week programme)

BOOK NOW: You can secure a place for just £50 by visiting www.ncsyes.co.uk/summer

Accessibility

Working within the Family Solutions Service and wider youth services across the county, NCS Oxfordshire wants to ensure all young people of qualifying age are offered an equal opportunity to sign up to this years’ experience. If you would like to take part this year, but are worried about finances, accessibility or anything else, we are here to help. You can discuss any needs with our friendly local staff by calling  01865 328200, emailing [email protected] or filling in the form to request a call-back, before or after you sign up.

BOOK NOW: You can secure a place for just £50 by visiting www.ncsyes.co.uk/summer

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