Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fell Kin?
Fell Kin is based in a small village, just outside Kendal, Cumbria.
When does Fell Kin run?
Fell Kin runs from 10.00 – 15.00 on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Our 2026/2027 dates are:
16 September 2026 – 22 October 2026 (6 weeks)
One week break, 28 – 29 October 2026
04 November 2026 – 10 December 2026 (6 weeks)
Three weeks break, 16 December 2026 – 31 December 2026
06 January 2027 – 11 February 2027 (6 weeks)
One week break, 17 – 18 February 2027
24 February 2027 – 25 March 2027 (5 weeks)
Two weeks break, 31 March – 08 April 2027
14 April 2027 – 20 May 2027 (6 weeks)
One week break, 26 – 27 May 2027
02 June 2027 – 08 July 2027 (6 weeks)
Can I come for just 1 day a week?
Yes! We appreciate that different families have different needs and want to accommodate these. However, as a community, the more time we spend together the stronger we are. Eventually building up to 2 days is encouraged but not a necessity if this is a barrier to accessing Fell Kin.
What is your admissions policy and process?
If you are interested in joining Fell Kin, the first step is to get in touch.
We can arrange for you to visit and see if our setting feels right for your family. We also hold occasional gatherings and events, and you are very welcome to join us for these.
Before committing, we will arrange some trial days to make sure that Fell Kin is a good fit for both your young person and the community.
How much does Fell Kin cost?
Attendance for one day a week is £35 per day
Attendance for two days a week is an additional £25 for the second day
We also offer a sibling rate of £20 per day
This is payable in advance of each half-termly block and we encourage families to pay by monthly standing order on the 1st of each month from September – July. This allows us to manage our finances more efficiently and saves on administration.
We try to make Fell Kin as accessible as possible, so if you need to pay differently, please get in touch.
What is your policy around phones and screens?
We are co-creating our online, screen and phone policy as a community with our young people. However, as an organisation, we will always follow National Guidance and our safeguarding procedures to make sure our young people are kept safe when online.
Can you support SEN/ Neurodivergent young people?
The self-directed approach to learning means that young people are encouraged to listen to their bodies and to meet their own needs. Members of the community will have the opportunity to choose how to spend their time and to follow their own interests.
Fell Kin is committed to meeting the needs of our community and providing a space where young people who are Neurodivergent or/and have SEN and Neurodiversity can thrive, however, our emphasis on autonomy means that we are unable to provide consistent 1-to-1 support.
Please get in touch if you would like to discuss whether Fell Kin would be able to meet the needs of your family.