Join Kenton Youth
Find your place at The Kenton
Ready to get involved? Kenton Youth welcomes young people in Years 5 to 11, from all backgrounds and experience levels. Here’s everything families need to know about joining.
Sessions and fees
Sessions take place on Mondays.
Juniors Years 5 and 6 – 5pm to 6pm
Seniors Years 7 to 11 – 6.15pm to 7.30pm
Seniors taking Bronze Arts Award stay until 7.45pm.
Standard fee: £200 per term Sibling rate: £180 per term
Arts Award is optional and charged separately.
Term dates: 2026/27
Autumn 2026
Mon 14 Sep to Mon 30 Nov
No sessions on Mon 19 Oct or Mon 26 Oct.
Spring 2027
Mon 11 Jan to Mon 22 Mar
No session on Mon 15 Feb.
Summer 2027
Mon 12 Apr to Mon 28 Jun
No sessions on Mon 24 May or Mon 31 May.
Bursaries
We want young people to have the opportunity to take part, whatever their family’s financial circumstances.
Thanks to South Oxfordshire District Council, funding supports up to eight fully funded bursary places in Kenton Youth’s first year.
Applicants must live or attend school within the South Oxfordshire District Council area. Circumstances considered may include Pupil Premium or Free School Meals eligibility, being looked after, neurodivergence, an EHCP or financial hardship.
Applications are treated confidentially and considered individually by The Kenton Theatre Board of Trustees. Funding currently covers Year One, with families asked to reapply annually.
Find out more and apply for a bursary
How to register
Complete our registration form, including emergency contacts, medical information and any additional support needs.
To discuss availability or your child’s needs beforehand, email education@thekenton.org.uk.
Useful information for families
Can my child join during a term?
Usually through week three, subject to availability. Later starts normally wait until the next term.
Where are sessions held?
At The Kenton, with occasional alternative venues in Henley town centre. Families receive venue details before each term.
What should my child bring?
A named water bottle. Wear comfortable clothing and suitable footwear; avoid open-toed shoes.
Can parents stay?
Participants attend independently. Parents and carers cannot remain during sessions.
What about additional needs?
Share support requirements when registering. Contact us beforehand to discuss reasonable adjustments.
What happens if we miss a session or leave?
Individual missed sessions are not refunded. Leaving normally requires half a term’s written notice. Contact the team about exceptional circumstances and read the full cancellation terms in our FAQs.
Get in touch
For questions about joining, availability or support, email education@thekenton.org.uk.