Holiday activities and food programme
We’re delighted to share that we've been awarded funding to continue delivering the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme for another 3 years.
This continued investment from the Department for Education is fantastic news and testament to the impact HAF has had in supporting children, young people, and families during school holidays.
As part of our wider Youth Offer, HAF plays a vital role in our commitment to providing more opportunities for children and young people to thrive, through a diverse range of fun-packed activities including arts, crafts, sport and trips that will run throughout the School Easter, summer and Christmas holidays.
There will be free activities and lunches for children and young people who are:
- aged 4 to 16 years (reception to year 11)
- in receipt of benefit-related Free School Meals
Each club will provide:
- a wide range of exciting activities to suit different ages and personalities
- fun physical activity sessions
- free, nutritious, tasty food
Timetable
Bellingham
Ball For All
Ages: 10-16
Address: Sedgehill Academy, Sedgehill Road, London, SE6 3QN
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Educational and enrichment activities that support personal development, confidence, and aspiration
Accredited and non-accredited short courses such as Football Level 1, Introduction to Basketball Coaching, Multi-Skills, Table Official and Referee Training, First Aid, CV Writing and Employability Skills
SEND support: Can provide support to four young people but cannot provide 1-2-1 support
FD Sports
Ages: 4-16
Address: Bellingham Leisure Centre, 5 Randlesdown Road, London, SE6 3BT
Dates/times: 20 July - 13 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Holiday football training programme
- Technical drills, games and competitions such as penalty shootouts to improve skill set and enhance knowledge of the game while in a fun, friendly environment
- Tournament resulting in medal and trophy collection
SEND support: Contact provider for enquiries
Future Stars Coaching Lewisham Holiday Football Camp
Ages: 8-13
Address: Bellingham Gateway Youth & Community Centre, 185 Brookehowse Rd, London SE6 3TT
Dates/times: 21 July - 14 August, Tues – Fri, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Football coaching, skill challenges and mini tournaments. Multi-sports activities and team games / challenges
- Fun competitions and prizes
- Arts, crafts and creative workshops
- Confidence, resilience and leadership activities
- Healthy lifestyle and nutrition education
- Mentoring and personal development sessions
SEND support: Staffing structure is best suited to supporting children with low to moderate needs within a mainstream group setting. Children requiring 1:1 support, specialist medical care, personal care support or highly specialist
SEND provision will be considered on an individual basis to ensure we can safely meet their needs and provide a positive experience for all participants.
Genius Tuition
Ages: 5-13
Address: Athelney School, Athelney St, London, SE6 3LD 4 - 28 August
Dates/times: Tues – Fri, 11am - 3pm
Activities: Arts & crafts to spark creativity and imagination
- Team games & multi-sports to build confidence and friendships
- Cosy movie time for chill-out moments
- Indoor & outdoor play in our classroom and playground
SEND support: Can support with simple, low‑level adjustments such as clear routines, visual instructions or a quieter space when available. For any higher or more complex needs, please contact us in advance so we can discuss your child’s requirements.
Lewisham Youth Service Bellingham Gateway Youth Club
Ages: 8-16
Address: 185 Brookehowse Road, Bellingham, SE6 3TT
Dates/times: 18 - 28 August, Tues – Fri, 1 - 5pm
Activities: Activities include roller disco, sports and games, offsite trips, beauty product making, boxing, cooking, baking, junior gym, table tennis, pool, gaming and much more
SEND support: At present, we are unable to offer 1 to 1 SEND support. We are however able to accommodate young people with mild additional and learning needs, ensuring they can participate safely and enjoy the provision.
Lewisham Youth Service - Dumps Adventure Playground
Ages: 8-16
Address: Oakview Road, London, Catford SE6 3QF 4 - 28 August
Dates/times: Tues – Fri, 12 - 4pm
Activities: Give your child a day bursting with adventure, creativity, and nonstop fun. From outdoor sport on the brand new MUGA, board games, and computer pool, table tennis ter games, there’s something exciting at every turn. They’ll get stuck into cooking, unleash imagination with arts and crafts, and make new friends in a warm, safe space where they can truly shine.
SEND support: At present, we are unable to offer 1‑to‑1 SEND support. We are, however, able to accommodate children with low‑level or mild additional needs, ensuring they can participate safely and appropriately within the structure of our programme.
Sedgehill Academy
Ages: 8-16
Address: Sedgehill Academy, Sedgehill Road, London, SE3 3QW
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Inclusive multi-sports camp - Basketball, Football, Dodgeball, Table tennis, Tennis, Badminton and Gym - based activities.
- 3 weeks of game based activities (3 days on site, 1 day off site - cinema, parks, bowling)
- 1 week of competition - 3x3 Basketball, Dodgeball and HAF Football World cup tournament
SEND support: Contact provider for enquiries
Blackheath
For Kids Co. Out of School Club
Ages: 4-10
Address: St. Matthew Academy Primary School, St. Joseph's Vale, Blackheath, London, SE3 0XX
Dates/times: 28 July - 21 August, Tues – Fri, 2 - 6pm
Activities: Team games, splash days and every Wednesday, our inflatables party plus foam cannons
- Play area with swings, climbing frames etc.
- Creative activities also included for those who are a little less sporty
SEND support: Contact provider for enquiries
Millwall Community Trust
Ages: 5-16
Address: ST Matthews Academy St Josephs vale Blackheath SE3 0XX
Dates/times: 3 - 27 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Football and Multisports
SEND support: Can support with low SEND. Contact provider for enquiries
Pristine Youth CIC
Ages: 8-16
Address: Parkside Community Centre SE10 8GE
Dates/times: 28 July - 21 August, Tues – Fri, 1 - 5pm
Activities: Table tennis, football, tennis, boxing fitness, team games
- Performing arts, music, dance, drama, arts and crafts
- Gaming sessions, cooking club, wellbeing workshops and creative projects.
SEND support: We can support children with mild to moderate additional needs. We work closely with parents and carers prior to attendance to understand individual needs, triggers, communication preferences and any reasonable adjustments required.
Catford South
BelEve
Ages: 8-16
Address: Torridon Primary School, Hazelbank Rd, London SE6 1TG
Dates/times: 27 July - 14 August, Mon – Fri, 9am - 1pm
Activities: Designed specifically for girls aged 8–12, our exciting summer programme combines fun, creativity, leadership, wellbeing and confidence-building activities in a safe and supportive environment. Through games, challenges, sports, arts, workshops, trips and team activities, girls will develop the skills they need to feel confident, capable and ready for their next stage of life.
At BelEve, we believe every girl deserves the opportunity to discover her strengths, build positive friendships and develop the confidence to lead her world. Our camp is built around BelEve's Readiness Framework, helping girls strengthen their communication, independence, resilience, self-belief and leadership skills while having fun.
SEND support: Contact provider for enquiries
Curly Riot Studios
Ages: 8-16
Address: St Laurence Centre, 37 Bromley Rd, London SE6 2TS
Dates/times: 3 - 27 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Four weeks of creative workshops, swimming, roller skating, and more
- Week 1- Express Yourself Bucket Hat Decorating · Graffiti Art Canvas · Cinema · Roller Skating
- Week 2 - Create & Explore Tie-Dye Tote Bag · DIY Resin Keyring · Swimming · Roller Skating
- Week 3 - Make Your Mark Marbling Art on Paper · Design Your Own Sticker Sheet · Cinema · Roller Skating
- Week 4 - Go Big Lino Printing · Clay Casting · Swimming · Abstract Painting at the Tate Britain Everything you make is yours to keep. Walk away with a bag full of artwork you actually created yourself
SEND support: We can provide support for 2 individuals with Level 1 needs.
Deptford Lionesses - Catford
Ages: 6-16
Address: Abbotshall Community centre, Abbotshall Rd, SE6 1SQ
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Arts & Crafts, T-Shirt making
- Football training and football tournament, Basketball, Table Tennis
- Computer games, Films, Pool, Cinema trips, Park visits
- Athletics offered by trained and qualified coaches.
- Cooking classes offering children the chance to work with and try new and healthy snacks/meals
SEND support: We can take up to 5 SEND children, who are able to independently use the toilet on their own and can communicate.
Junior Adventures Group
Ages: 4-11
Address: Holy Cross Catholic Primary School,
Dates/times: Culverley Road, Catford, London, SE6 2LD
3 - 27 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm -
Activities: High-energy Hero Activities
- Hands-on Make & Take creations
- Creative Craft Zones
- Confidence-building Skill Zone challenges
SEND support: We are able to support children with low-medium level needs.
Crofton Park
Omega Sportz
Ages: 4-12
Address: Dalmain Primary School Grove Close, Brockley Rise, London SE23 1AS
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 9am - 1pm
Activities: Ball sports; multi sports and game
- Bouncy castle; animal workshop; water fun; gymnastics; dance workshop
- Arts and crafts
- End of summer celebration
- Activities are spread across the summer with different activities daily.
SEND support: Can support with low SEND. Contact provider for enquiries
Deptford
Deptford Lionesses – Deptford
Ages: 6-16
Address: Evelyn community centre, 9 Wotton Road, London, SE8 5TQ
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Arts & Crafts, T-Shirt making
- Football training and football tournament, Basketball, Table Tennis
- Computer games, Films, Pool, Cinema trips, Park visits
- Athletics offered by trained and qualified coaches.
- Cooking classes offering children the chance to work with and try new and healthy snacks/meals
SEND support: We can take up to 5 SEND children, who are able to independently use the toilet on their own and can communicate.
UK Latin Community CIC
Ages: 8-14
Address: 20 Woodpecker Rd, London SE14 6EU
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 1 - 5pm
Activities: Football coaching, tournaments and multi-sports, Dodgeball, team challenges and outdoor games
- Arts & crafts including painting, sculpting, bracelet making and creative projects
- Cultural and themed days
- Leadership and teamwork activities, Mentoring and confidence-building sessions
- Fun educational activities designed to develop social skills and resilience
SEND support: We can support children with mild to moderate learning difficulties.
Prior to attendance, we ask parents/carers to discuss any additional needs with us so that we can assess whether we can safely meet the child’s needs within our staffing ratios and available resources.
Downham
Angelface Childcare
Ages: 4-11
Address: Angelface childcare, 5 Oakridge Road, BR1 5QW
Dates/times: 20th July-14th August, 9am - 1pm
Activities: Arts and crafts, slime making, cooking and baking
- Sports and team games, messy play
- Dance and movement, and imaginative role play
- Nature walks, outdoor adventures and river-based activities delivered in partnership with the local park ranger, helping them explore the natural environment, develop new skills and build a connection with nature
SEND support: Angelface Holiday Club is able to support children with a range of mild to moderate additional needs within our mainstream holiday provision. We provide a nurturing environment, small group activities, visual support where appropriate, flexible approaches to participation and opportunities for both structured and child-led play. Our team works closely with parents and carers prior to attendance to understand individual needs and identify any reasonable adjustments that can be made to support inclusion.
Kids Vogue Stars
Ages: 5 -12
Address: New Woodlands School, Shroffold Road, Bromley BR1 5PD
Dates/times: 20 July - 13 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Arts & crafts, bracelet making, loom bands, role play toys, sharing games, play doh and slime making
- Small worlds toys, sensory toys, cars, Lego and many more toys
- Table tennis, badminton, football, dancing, acting and singing
- Spacious, well equipped sports hall with an enormous Astro Turf outside for outdoor play and sports
- Calm corner where children can relax comfortably and explore our range of books on offer
SEND support: We will support the children to make new friends, to explore and engage in a range of activities. The children can go with their own interests and play in a free flow environment. We are a large play scheme with a large area to play in.
Kids Vogue Stars - SEND
Ages: 5-12
Address: New Woodlands School, Shroffold Road, Bromley BR1 5PD
Dates/times: 20 July - 13 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: This playscheme is designed for children with SEND that have an EHCP where they may need a calmer environment than your average play scheme. This play scheme will allow children to develop their independence through play and exploration with a 1:4 staff ratio. We have sports games, arts and crafts, Lego, sharing games, sensory play, dancing, toys and lots of fun. Our experienced and specialised staff will support children to socialise and interact in a nurturing environment and will create opportunities through play focusing on each child's individual interests. This venue has a climbing frame, slide, football pitch, play equipment, a chill out room and a calming space for inside activities and games. The venue has fobbed doors for security.
SEND support: We offer a nurturing and safe environment for children who have EHCP’s (or are in the process of) who need a smaller and calmer setting. We offer the children 1:4 adult support. Our staff are experienced and highly trained in working with children with SEND. The venue offers a large classroom with activities, toys, Lego, sensory toys and arts and crafts. We have access to the playground that has basketball hoops, a football pitch, a climbing frame and slide and an outdoor gym. We also have access to a calming room if needed.
Legends Learning Centre
Ages: 6-16
Address: Haberdashers Knights Academy
Dates/times: 21 July - 14 August, Tues – Fri, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Creative arts (painting and sculpture), skill-building workshops, performing arts
- Weekly trips
- Multisports, football, tennis, badminton, basketball, cricket, sports tournaments
- Cooking classes, and technology sessions like coding
SEND support: Our team has experience supporting children with autism spectrum condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), sensory processing needs, learning difficulties and physical disabilities. We work closely with parents and carers before attendance to understand individual needs and ensure appropriate support is in place.
Can give 1:1 support – contact provider before booking.
Sugarplumz Ltd
Ages: 4-16
Address: Haberdashers Knights Primary Bromley BR1 5LW
Dates/times: 20 July - 13 August, Mon – Thurs, 8am - 12pm
Activities: Local educational and recreational trips, cinema visits
- Arts and crafts sessions, creative workshops, learning to sew
- Team games, sports activities with a qualified coach, rock climbing,
- Gaming days, indoor and outdoor play, bouncy castle days, wellbeing activities and opportunities to develop social skills and confidence
SEND support: Can support mild to moderate needs e.g. Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, social communication needs, sensory processing differences, and mild learning difficulties, where children are able to participate safely within a group setting, Contact provider for more targeted support.
Evelyn
Lewisham Youth Service - Richard MacVicar Adventure Playground summer
Ages: 8-16
Address: New King Street, Deptford, London SE8 3JB
Dates/times: 4 - 28 August, Tues – Fri, 12 - 4pm
Activities: Give your child a day bursting with adventure, creativity, and nonstop fun. From rope swings and climbing challenges to indoor football, board games, and computer games, there’s something exciting at every turn. They’ll get stuck into cooking, unleash imagination with arts and crafts, and make new friends in a warm, safe space where they can truly shine.
SEND support: We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment for all children. At present, we are unable to offer 1‑to‑1 SEND support. We are, however, able to accommodate children with low‑level or mild additional needs, ensuring they can participate safely and appropriately within the structure of our programme.
Lewisham Youth Service - Riverside Youth Club
Ages: 12-16
Address: 185 Grove St, London SE8 3QQ 3 - 27 August
Dates/times: Mon – Thurs, 2:15 - 6.45pm
Activities: Gaming and technology activities
- Sports, fitness and team challenges, Outdoor activities and community projects
- Creative arts, music and design projects, cooking and healthy eating activities
- Workshops, discussions and leadership
SEND support: Contact for SEND and additional needs enquiries
Pepys Community Forum
Ages: 4-16
Address: Pepys Community Hub, Old Library, Foreshore, Deptford, London SE8 3BA
Dates/times: 4 - 7 August, Tues – Fri, 10 - 27 August, Mon – Thurs, 10.30am - 2.30pm
Activities: Fun activities along with some learning checks. Breakfast, snacks and hot healthy meal prepared and cooked by own chefs. Walks out to local parks to play and visits to places of interest.
SEND support: Can support SEND, e.g. autism and low-level conditions
Forest Hill
Ballers Sports Coaching
Ages: 4-14
Address: Sydenham School, Dartmouth Rd, London SE26 4RD
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Football, basketball, gymnastics, dance, and a wide range of sports
- Arts and crafts and more relaxed creative activities
- Creative workshops and a financial literacy programme that introduces children to important money skills in an engaging and age-appropriate way
- Themed parties, summer celebrations, fun days, team challenges
SEND support: Can trial SEND children to care for them as best as possible
Grove Park
Fit 4 Future Foundation
Ages: 5-11
Address: Marvels Lane Primary School, Riddons Road, SE12 9RA
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Energetic fitness sessions, sports and team games, including football, dodgeball, archery, parachute games, water games, water sports challenges, fun competitions and friendly tournaments
- Arts & crafts, summer-themed baking, musical games, quizzes, board games, performing arts activities and a lively talent show
- Nutritional workshops and enrichment activities
- Water-based activities
SEND support: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all children can participate, have fun and thrive. We can support children with mild to moderate Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including autism spectrum conditions (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, sensory processing differences and moderate learning difficulties.
Sporting Way CIO
Ages: 7-14
Address: Grove Park Youth Club, Marvels Lane, SE12 9PR
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Sports, games, trips and enrichment activities
- Swimming, wall climbing, bowling, park adventures, mini athletics sports days, team-building challenges, football and multi-sports sessions
- Scooters and skateboards
SEND support: We encourage parents to discuss any additional needs with us in advance. We have wheelchair access and friendly staff with years of experience of working with children and young people with SEND. We will adapt games and activities according to the needs of individuals.
Hither Green
Down's Friendship & Creativity Group (DFCG) – SEND provision
Ages: 4-16
Address: Goldsmiths Community Centre, Castillon Rd, Catford SE6 1QD
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Multi-sports which includes team games, football, hula hoops, shooting hoop, archery, tennis
- Quiet spaces and art sessions
- African drumming & steel pans where they can also play to their chosen music
- Craft sessions
SEND support: We exist to support CYP with Down Syndrome, though we offer an all-inclusive provision for the HAF Program. We support those with mild to moderate LD, not challenging behaviours. Whatever the diagnosis CYP must be independent with personal care and eating. We are unable to support complex needs as the environment is not suitable, e.g.: if 2:1 support is needed, if sensory space is needed, if they require a facility that has the resources & sufficient staff.
Junior Adventures Group
Ages: 4-11
Address: Saplings, Corbett Community Library, 103 Torridon Road, London, SE6 1RQ
Dates/times: 3 - 27 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: JAG (Junior Adventures group) Summer Camp is a multi-activity holiday experience designed to keep children active, engaged and inspired all summer long. Across seven themed weeks, children dive into high-energy Hero Activities, hands-on Make & Take creations, creative Craft Zones and confidence-building Skill Zone challenges — with something new to discover every day.
SEND support: We are able to support children with low-medium level needs.
Skipz Productions CIC
Ages: 4-11
Address: St Andrews Church Hall, Sandhurst Road, SE6 1XD
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Drama, Dance, Singing, Arts and Crafts, Clay Modelling and Nutritional Education Activities. Themed weeks and workshops
SEND support: Low to Medium needs
Sports Fun 4 All
Ages: 5 - 14
Address: Forster Memorial Park, Whitefoot Lane, SE6 1UA
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Every day, your child will immerse themselves in 180 minutes of action-packed sports coaching, exceeding the recommended daily activity guidelines from Public Health England. Our engaging sessions are rooted in the FA’s Four Corner Model, which supports well-rounded development in key areas: technical skills, psychological understanding, physical fitness, and social interaction. This holistic approach ensures your child develops as an athlete and flourishes as a well-rounded individual.
SEND support: We are not a specialist SEND provider and cannot offer intensive one-to-one support. We can accommodate children with mild additional needs (for example some autistic traits or ADHD) through reasonable adjustments in group activities. If a child requires constant one-to-one support, they would not be suitable for our program. Please contact us to discuss specific needs.
TAS - The Anchor SEND friendly Independent Specialist School – SEND provision
Ages: 5-16
Address: 303 Hither Green Lane, Lewisham, SE13 6TJ
Dates/times: 28 July - 21 August, Tues – Fri, 9am - 1pm
Activities: All children will need to have an EHCP. You child will get 1:1 support from our experienced staff who works with children with SEND. We will have different activities set up based on the children's interest. We have a ball pit room, sensory room, a sensory pod, outdoor play area and rooms with interactive screens.
SEND support: This is our 3rd HAF with Lewisham, and we are proud to offer our service to support children with SEND offering 1:1support and giving parents some well needed respite. We will have some planned activities, but we will allow the children to have free play.
Ladywell
London Youth Events
Ages: 5-13
Address: Prendergast Girls school Brockley Adelaide Avenue SE4 1LE
Dates/times: 28 July - 21 August, Tues – Fri, 10.30am - 3.30pm
Activities: Sports, team games, fun activities, drama, soft play park trips, sports day Fridays
SEND support: Contact provider for enquiries
Our Parks
Ages: 5-11
Address: 329 Lewisham High Street, London, SE13 6NX
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: High-energy games, creative challenges, and unforgettable fun
- Team games, creating masterpieces
- Water fight Wednesdays
- Summer-inspired arts, crafts, & DIY projects Drama, dance, and silly talent shows! Themed days Team challenges and fun competitions Face painting, free play, and feel-good summer party vibes!
SEND support: Low level SEN Needs
Lewisham Central
UK Latin Community CIC
Ages: 8-14
Address: Orchard Garden Community Centre, Columbine Way, London SE13 7LQ
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 1 - 5pm
Activities: Football coaching, tournaments and multi-sports, dodgeball, team challenges and outdoor games
- Arts & crafts including painting, sculpting, bracelet making and creative projects
- Leadership and teamwork activities, Mentoring and confidence-building sessions
- Cultural activities celebrating diversity and community, themed activity days and special challenges
SEND support: We can support children with mild to moderate learning difficulties.
Prior to attendance, we ask parents/carers to discuss any additional needs with us so that we can assess whether we can safely meet the child’s needs within our staffing ratios and available resources.
New Cross
Excel Beyond Barriers CIC
Ages: 4-16
Address: Scotney Hall, 17 Sharratt Street, SE15 1EY
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Activities: Creative Arts and creative, Sport activities (Football, Basketball, Tennis), Juice Making, Baking, Fun Games, Free play session and much more
SEND support: We are an inclusive organisation that offers SEND placements. However, we need to see a copy of the EHCP Report of any child with additional needs that want to attend our holiday camp in order to ascertain the suitability of our centre and if we have capacity to support the child's level of needs.
London Thunder Basketball Club
Ages: 9-16
Address: Unit 2 Stockholm Road SE16 3LP
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Basketball summer camp: basketball skills, play games, team challenges
SEND support: Low level SEND support
Millwall Community Trust
Ages: 4-16
Address: Lions Centre SE16 3LD
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs,10am - 2pm
Activities: Multi sports and football camp
SEND support: Low level SEND support
Treasured Kids Afterschool club
Ages: 4-16
Address: All saints community Centre. 105 New Cross Road. SE14 5DJ
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Football, basketball, dodgeball
- Skating, art and craft, drawing, music and dancing, jewellery making
- Table tennis, sand and water play, board games, building blocks, construction toys, talent shows, etc
- Offsite trips
SEND support: Can support children with mild and severe Autism, not complex, Language and ADHD etc. We have staff members, trained to support children with these needs and offer one to one where necessary. We have worked with some of these children in the past, but we can only take a small number of them due to our capacity.
Sydenham
Giggles Childcare Services Ltd
Ages: 4-13
Address: St Philips the Apostle Church, Coombe Road, SE26 6QW
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 2pm
Activities: Cooking and arts & crafts
- Exciting trips such as bowling, cinema visits, and theatre outings
SEND support: Contact provider for enquiries
Lewisham Youth Service - TNG Youth Club
Ages: 8-16
Address: 111 Wells Park Road, Sydenham, SE26 6AD
Dates/times: 4 - 14 August, Tues – Fri, 1 - 5pm
Activities: Roller disco, sports and games
- Offsite trips
- Beauty product making, dance classes, wall climbing, self-defence classes, cooking, bake offs
- Table tennis, pool, gaming and much more
SEND support: We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment for all children and young people. At present, we are unable to offer 1 to 1 SEND support. We are however able to accommodate young people with mild additional and learning needs, ensuring they can participate safely and enjoy the provision
My 2nd Chance
Ages: 3-16
Address: TNG Youth & Community Centre, 111 Wells Park Road, London SE26 6AD
Dates/times: 20 July - 13 August, Mon – Thurs, 10am - 3pm
Activities: Arts and crafts
- Sports and games, team-building activities
- Educational workshops
- Creative projects, health and wellbeing activities, community engagement opportunities
Special themed activity days fun trips and experiences
SEND support: Where a child requires additional support, including 1:1 support, this may be available. We are generally able to support children with low to moderate additional needs within our mainstream provision. Contact prior to attendance to discuss needs.
Telegraph Hill
Arisekidz
Ages: 4-12
Address: Honor Oak Community Centre - 50 Turnham Road, Lewisham, SE4 2JD.
Dates/times: 3 - 27 August, Mon – Thurs, 2 - 6pm
Activities: Football, basketball, cricket, archery, team games, outdoor play, and adventures on our large play equipment
- Arts and crafts, nature-inspired projects, drama, storytelling, role-play, STEM challenges, and messy play.
- Exciting trips to local parks, museums, zoos, and other attractions
SEND support: Contact provider for enquiries
Empowr CIC
Ages: 8-15
Address: Honor Oak Community Centre, 50 Turnham Rd, London SE4 2JD
Dates/times: 27 July - 20 August, Mon – Thurs, 10.30am - 2.30pm
Activities: Roller Quad Camp, build strong skating foundations through fun games, engaging activities, and structured learning
- Key skating fundamentals including balance, control, coordination, stopping techniques, and basic skating manoeuvres
SEND support: We can support children who are able to participate safely within a group environment and who may benefit from clear instructions, demonstrations, encouragement, routine, and minor adaptations to activities. Coaches are available to provide general guidance and support as part of the wider group.
Kender Primary School
Ages: 4-11
Address: Kender Primary School, Kender Street, New Cross, SE14 5JA
Dates/times: 20 - 31 July, Mon – Fri, 11am - 3pm
Activities: This summer club we will be offering an active programme of sports, dance, games, free play and forest school activities. We are also planning a few trips to local parks and play spaces.
SEND support: We can support children that are already known to the school. We can provide one to one support for their needs.
Lewisham Youth Service - Honor Oak Youth Club
Ages: 12-16
Address: 50 Turnham Rd, London SE4 2JD
Dates/times: 28 July - 22 August, Tues, Wed, Fri 5:15 - 8:45pm, Sat 11:15am - 2:45pm
Activities: Gaming and technology activities
- Sports, fitness and team challenges, outdoor activities and community projects
- Creative arts, music and design projects, cooking and healthy eating activities
- Workshops, discussions and leadership
SEND support: Contact prior to attendance
Somerville Youth & Play Provision
Ages: 8-15
Address: The Somerville, 260 Queens Road, London SE14 5JN
Dates/times: 3 - 27 August, Mon – Thurs, 12 - 4pm
Activities: Free play in the adventure playground
- Bike maintenance, cookery workshops, gardening club
- Art & crafts
- Sport activities like football, basketball, roller skating, dodgeball
- Offsite trips to the park, trampoline park, seaside, go karting etc.
SEND support: We can support children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including those with: ASD and ADHD, Mild to moderate learning disabilities, Sensory processing differences, Physical disabilities, where our site and activities are accessible to the child's individual needs, Mild to moderate anxiety or emotional regulation difficulties.
Download the summer timetable
Pdf, 4.1MB
How to book activities
Families who receive benefit related free school meals will receive a code via email or text message.
This code lets you access a webpage with details of all activities and book your child’s space. Make sure you follow the link and instructions in the message.
Each code is unique to each family. Families with more than one child will get a code for each child.
If you haven’t received a HAF code and your child receives, benefit related free school meals, or if you require any support with bookings, contact HAF Programme.
We also have a number of places available on a first come, first serve basis for parents and carers who are experiencing hardship, but whose children do not receive free school meals. Email the team on the email address above if you’d like to apply for one of these places:
- find out if your child's entitled to free school meals during term-time
- see what SEND Short Breaks are available in the borough with our SEND Local Offer
- get help and advice on a range of issues affecting you and your family from Lewisham Family Information Service
Annual report
- download our 2024-25 annual report
- download our 2025-26 annual report