The 4Ps Project

The Vectis Radio 4Ps Training School also run sessions on Saturdays under the IW Council’s Short

Breaks Scheme. These are for young people between 11 & 19 years old who hold a Short Breaks

Membership Card. Short Breaks aims to increase activity opportunities for children and young

people with disabilities. It provides a break for parents/carers while their child takes part in a safe,

fun, and enjoyable activity. At Vectis Radio we do this by total immersion in radio.

On a Saturday morning between 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. We provide access to our studios and show

people how to record and edit audio, as well as contributing to a live radio show if they want to.

Typically young people are eager to get on the air live, but it is an optional part of the sessions and

there is no compulsion to do it at all. Instruction is given in how to use microphones properly and

how to run and correctly time a live broadcast. If they show any proficiency, they may be allowed

to actually run a segment of the show themselves. The sessions are not pressurised in any way, but

a live radio studio is a busy and fun environment. Most participants are amazed just how quickly

the three hours pass.

Additionally, during the session, participants record the voice sections of the “Short Breaks

Takeover” show that is broadcast for two hours on a Sunday afternoon. These can be pre-scripted

or can be researched, written, recorded & edited by the young person themselves. Again full

training is given where necessary. If someone has a longer topic to talk about, these can be turned

into podcasts and placed on the Vectis Radio webpage. Podcasts are often broadcast on other shows where relevant.

If you or someone you know would like to take part in the Saturday Short Breaks sessions at Vectis

Radio, or you need more details, please contact kelvin.currie@vectisradio.fm.

To apply for a Short Breaks Membership Card, please go to https://www.iow.gov.uk/children-and-family-support/short-breaks-for-children-and-young-people/short-breaks/apply-for-short-breaks-membership/

Please note that the sessions carry a £6 charge per person and are not suitable for children under

11 years of age