The Orange Toolbox is a renowned construction workshop dedicated to empowering children with essential practical skills and knowledge. Located in the picturesque village of Blackboys near Uckfield, our workshops offer a unique blend of fun, learning, and creativity for children aged 2 and above, including those with specific educational needs. Join us in shaping the builders of tomorrow today!

Sessions must be pre-booked in advance.

Tiny Tools Group (Ages 2-4) - A semi structured group, with the opportunity to discover hand tools and other construction themed activities. £15 for 60 minute session.

SEN Group (Ages 4 - 11) - A semi structured group, with the opportunity to discover hand tools and other construction themed activities. £15 for 60 minute session.

Infant Group (Ages 5 - 7) - A light introduction to such trades as carpentry, plumbing and electrical. Exploring the safe use of power tools and hand tools in the process. 90 minute sessions. Bookable in termly blocks.

Junior Group (Ages 8 - 10) - Undertaking activities such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical wiring, basic brickwork, DIY, timber flooring, and tiling. Gaining skills in the safe handling of Power tools, hand tools and materials. 90 minute sessions. Bookable in termly blocks.

11+ Group (Ages 11- 16) - Exploring hand tools, power tools, and building materials similar to what an apprentice would use going into the construction industry. Bricklaying, landscaping, tiling, plumbing, basic electrical wiring, roofing and carpentry works such as lap joints, mortise and tenon joints, studwork etc.. Gaining knowledge in concrete structural properties, damp protection etc... 120 minute sessions. Bookable in termly blocks