Finding a Holiday Club

RosieSymes
Authored by RosieSymes
Posted Thursday, July 25, 2013 - 2:31pm

The summer holidays are upon us and many parents have yet to find their children a suitable holiday club to attend while they are working.

With such a vast range of clubs all over Exeter and the surrounding area it’s no wonder parents and children alike find it a hard job choosing the perfect one; that’s why we’ve made it simpler for you. Below there are some of our favourite holiday clubs, each located in Exeter with a synopsis and in categories so that you don’t have to wade through websites until your eyes hurt because this is the only website you’ll need. However, many may be booked up already, so do make sure you contact the organisers direct to enquire about booking.

Sport:

Exeter University

The Uni hold sports activity camps for children aged 4 – 16 that offer something for everyone, whether you want to smash an ace on the tennis court, bat a century in cricket, score a hat-trick in football or make waves in the pool.

They pride themselves on creating a relaxed and safe environment for children to meet new friends, learn new skills and, of course have lots of fun. Coaches are UKCC qualified (Pool Lifeguards are RLSS qualified) and highly experienced in working with children while their incredible facilities and welcoming atmosphere ensure that children visiting for the first time will feel at ease.

sport.exeter.ac.uk/childrensactivities/summersport/

 

Quay Climbing School

Are you aged between 7 and 14 and looking for something fun, challenging and guaranteed to lift you off the ground this summer? Then why not have a go at climbing at the Quay Climbing Centre - great all weather fun for the family right in the heart of Exeter.

www.heartofdevon.com/whats-on/exeter-quay-climbing-centre-summer-holiday-climbing-club-p1557163

 

Oaklands Riding School

Every Friday in every school holiday. This is a unique opportunity for children to experience owning a pony at a fraction of the price for parents!! Starting at 10am finishing at 3pm the price is £38 including grooming, tacking up, group riding lesson and stable management. Having fun and making new friends is all included in the price. (lunch is not provided)

www.oaklandsridingschool.co.uk/activites.htm

 

Haven Banks

The 2013 summer holiday programme sees a full and extensive range of outdoor and adventurous activity opportunities, for young people, from the New Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre. These include an indoor, onsite, replicated & realistic cave system and a new climbing enclosure with a 22 metre abseil tower. There are also some additional taster days such as mountain biking at Haldon Forest. They've included the ever popular water based activities and multi activity weeks.

www.haven-banks.co.uk/57237_summer.pdf

 

Exeter Golf and Country Club

Great Fun run by fully qualified, CRB checked staff. Weather dependant activities from crafts and swimming to parachute games and hockey! Children should bring trainers, swim wear and light raincoat. With regards to food, two options, varying each day, will be offered to the children however any special dietary requirements will of course be catered for. Juice and biscuits will also be provided during breaks throughout the day.

www.exetergcc.co.uk/finest/leisure/juniors/holiday-club

 

Schools:

Pinhoe C of E Primary School

Dolphins Out of School Club provides wrap around care for children aged 4-12 years. They are located on the school grounds in our own purpose built building and are happy to accept children who do not attend Pinhoe School.

www.pinhoe.devon.sch.uk/community/dolphins-out-of-school-club/

 

Magdalen Court School

These clubs operate during the school holidays to provide a stimulating and secure environment for pupils whose parents may have other commitments during the holiday period. Operating on a flexible basis, children may come for whole weeks or for just a few days per week.

magdalencourtschool.co.uk/Holiday%20Club/holiday_fun_clubs.htm

 

Exeter Forest School

Send your children somewhere a bit different during the holidays, and join Exeter Forest School for a wild time in the woods! They offer fun, engaging and inspired Holiday clubs for your children. From building your own village to taking part in the fire lighting challenge, making willow crowns to painting the trees with mud, there is something for everyone.

www.exeterforestschool.co.uk/holiday-club.html

 

FISH:

Every school holiday FISH have exclusive use of the excellent facilities including a large school hall, after school club room, classrooms, swimming pool, playground areas, nature areas and expansive and secure outdoor field areas.

Aphington: www.funinschoolholidays.co.uk/devon-holiday-club/alphington-primary-school/

St. Martins: www.funinschoolholidays.co.uk/devon-holiday-club/st-martin%E2%80%99s-primary-school-and-nursery/

Chudleigh: www.funinschoolholidays.co.uk/devon-holiday-club/chudleigh-primary-school/

Ladysmith: www.funinschoolholidays.co.uk/devon-holiday-club/ladysmith-junior-school/

Teignmouth: www.funinschoolholidays.co.uk/devon-holiday-club/teignmouth-community-college/

Westbuckland: www.funinschoolholidays.co.uk/devon-holiday-club/westbuckland-school/

 

Creative:

Camp Adventure

Camp Adventure offers a variety of exciting activities to suit a range of children from 5 – 14 yrs old. The days will centre on sports, swimming, art, performance and much, much more. Don’t waste the holidays bored at home, spend all day everyday having fun with Camp Adventure. Come and join the fun and enjoy your
favourite activities such as football, hockey, basketball, dance, swimming, rounders, outdoor nature trails & treasure hunts, arts and crafts and many more.

www.leisurecentre.com/Portals/0/DownloadPDF/60555.pdf

 

Puffins

Their setting is made up of four separate areas including a soft play area to allow your child to let off some steam. A lino area allows us to get creative with activities such as cooking, water play and craft activities. Puffins also have a comfortable carpeted room where kids can chill out and play group games, board games and build dens and they have a separate area for children that are over 8 years of age as it’s their holiday too and they may need their own space.

www.puffinsofexeter.co.uk/locations/haldon-house/

 

If your holiday club is not listed here and you have spaces available, do get in contact at ted@thedailyuk.com and we will add the information to the list.

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