embrace the extraordinary
Welcome to Thrive explorers, a special needs respite club where every child’s uniqueness shines.
Our respite club based in Eastbourne, East Sussex is a haven of fun and inclusion, guided by experienced staff who are dedicated to creating smiles and making each child’s experience safe and memorable.
We encourage every child to explore their own physical abilities and challenge themselves through different sports activities, support them to find their creative flare through Arts and Crafts and share the joy and connection through the magic of music.
At Thrive, we provide a warm, caring atmosphere where children can be themselves, play and ‘THRIVE’.





About us
Thrive Explorers, nestled in the heart of Eastbourne, East Sussex, is your go-to respite haven two Saturdays per month.
Josie
Meet the team
We’re a caring, experienced group of people who love working with children with special educational needs. Many of us are SEN practitioners or teachers, and all of us are dedicated to creating a fun, safe, and welcoming space for every child. We’re here to support families, bring smiles, and make each session a positive experience for everyone.
Hannah
Megan
Stacy
Jane
Shanya
Abi
Amy
John
Activities
Join us for a world of creativity and fun!
Our program offers a supportive and engaging environment for children with additional needs, ages 6 – 16
It provides parents and caregivers with much needed respite while ensuring that your children enjoy meaningful experiences through music, Arts & crafts, sports activities and play.
Team work making dreamwork
Challenge your physical abilities with adapted sports and games, focusing on hand, eye coordination, balance, strength and sensory regulation.
Fun with Arts & Crafts
Unleash your creativity with inclusive art activities to encourage self expression, imaginative thinking and develop those fine motor skills.
Musical Adventures
Explore the joy of music through interactive sessions designed for all abilities, encouraging movement, attention and communication skills.
Contact us
Come and say hello and feel free to ask any questions
Got any questions or just want to chat? We’re all ears!
Feel free to drop us an email anytime and we will get back to you as soon as we can, your journey is our journey, and we’re excited to share it with you!
If you would like to explore and see if we are a good fit for your child, please fill in the register of interest form, this will help us gauge a better understanding of your child’s needs and talk about the next steps.