There’s no shortage of activities, events and classes over the summer holidays in London this summer. From drama classes, to making a film— there’s loads of summer fun across London! Start planning and don’t forget the sunscreen!
Stagecoach Kensington
Date: 25–29 July
Ages: 4 to 6 years old & 6 to 18 years old
Cost: £180 (sibling £140)
‘Put on a Show’ – Stagecoach Kensington & Hammersmith Summer Workshop
Addison Primary School, Addison Gardens, W14
An exciting and action-packed holiday camp of dancing, drama and singing. The children arrive on the first day, make new friends, and in 5 days put on a brilliant show for family and friends to watch at the end of the week. They have lots of fun, create happy summer holiday memories and build their confidence.
No previous experience is needed and sibling discounts are available. Contact 020 8398 8106 for more information or email [email protected].
Website: www.stagecoach.co.uk
Richer Education, Imperial College
Date: From August 8th | 9 – 3:30pm
Ages: 5-11
Cost: £250 per week
Richer Education Science Summer Camp starts at the world-renowned Imperial College London on Monday 8th August and runs for three weeks with daily sessions from 9:00am until 3:30pm. The camp aims to inspire children aged 5-11 to get involved in science in a creative fun way by exploring and discovering science in a real life context through their workshops.
Children will learn about kitchen chemistry, the five senses, historical science, the weather, theme park science, ecology, the brilliant body, engineering and their exclusive Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) day plus much more. All topics are brand new with no repeat over the three week duration. Parents can book one week, any combination of two weeks or all three weeks. They also offer 10% sibling discount (applicable from the second child). Discounts available if booking two or three weeks.
Find out more here: www.richereducation.co.uk
Music House for Children, Shepherds Bush
Date: 9–12 August
Ages: 5 to 11 years old
Cost: £160
The Music House for Children presents their first 4-day workshop of Musical Mayhem. From the 9th to the 12th of August, from 10am to 3pm, children will form bands, learn and play instruments and compose their own music. The workshop will also allow children to create an original show with songs, costumes, artwork, recordings and much more. The 4-day workshop is £160 and no instrumental experience is necessary.
Website: www.musichouseforchildren.co.uk
Club Petit Pierrot’s Fun French Summer Holiday Clubs in Chelsea & St John’s Wood/Maida Vale
Date: 18 –29 July
Ages: 3 to 5 years old & 6 to 8 years old
Cost: Half-day, £45 per session (£180 for all five half-days); Full day, £65 per session (£260 for all five full days)
Do you want your children to have fun and flourish while doing lots of arts & crafts, cooking, drama, outdoor sporty games, singing and learn French effortlessly at the same time? Fun French Summer Holiday clubs across London for 3 to 5 years old and 6 to 8 years old.
This immersion programme was established in 1993 and gets excellent results thanks to small groups, dynamic and enthusiastic native French teachers (all DBS checked). Highly recommended by BBC, Daily Telegraph, Daily Express & Time Out.
Contact [email protected] 020 7385 5565. Book early to avoid disappointment—it’s going to be great fun!
Website: www.clubpetitpierrot.co.uk
Role Models, Wimbledon, Pimlico, Hampstead, Clapham, Chelsea and Marylebone
Date: 18–22 July and 30 August –2 September
Ages: Years 3–4 and Years 5–7
Cost: : £395 (July dates), £325 (Aug/Sept dates)
We all want children to become independent individuals who find genuine fulfilment in whatever they do in their lives. As a result, characteristics like ‘confidence’ and ‘resilience’ are desirable and they have become educational buzzwords. But how can we really develop these characteristics in young people?
Our programme helps children to present themselves effectively and react positively to pressure. It will teach children to value collaboration and imagination, to be unafraid of complex challenges and to develop a positive and robust approach to setbacks.
Our Summer Confidence & Resilience Courses are for Years 3 and 4 and Years 5 to 7, from July 18 to 22 (10am – 3pm) in Wimbledon, Pimlico and Hampstead and from August 30 to September 2 in Clapham, Chelsea and Marylebone. Please see the link for more information or contact us: 020 7164 6397 / [email protected].
Website: www.rolemodels.me
Chelsea Quavers
Date: various dates throughout summer
Ages: 4 to 12 years old
Cost: Age 4 from 9am to 1pm £70 per day, £350 five half-days | Ages 5-12 from 9am to 4pm £95 per day, £475 five full days. Childcare vouchers accepted.
CHELSEA QUAVERS presents a week of Music from Around the Globe! Children ages 4 to 12 will sing, dance, samba, beatbox, improvise; perform percussion, steel drums, drum kit and a wide variety of instruments; learn to read, write, transcribe and compose music; and enjoy a variety of fun musical games and activities with our talented and experienced Tutors!
Small Tutor groups ensure a healthy combination of 1:1 attention and group interaction. Children are grouped according to individual ability. For beginners to advanced musicians (up to Grade 8 practical). Perform and improvise with our Tutors! Age 4: 9am-1pm, Ages 5-12: 9am-4pm; choose 1-5 days to suit!
Website: www.chelseaquavers.com
Lyric Hammersmith
Date: 11 June – 04 September
Ages: 6+
Cost: £15 – £40
Alan Parker’s Bugsy Malone
11 June – 04 September
Nominated for the Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival
Don’t miss the smash hit stage version of Alan Parker’s world famous musical. Olivier award-winning director Sean Holmes’ critically acclaimed production of Bugsy Malone is back following a sell-out run last year.
With electrifying choreography and featuring all the classic songs from Oscar-winning writer Paul Williams including Bad Guys, My Name is Tallulah and So You Wanna Be a Boxer.
★★★★★
‘razzmatazz perfection’ The Daily Telegraph
Website: www.lyric.co.uk
Met Film School, Ealing
Date: various–see website
Ages: 14 to 17 years old
Cost: £1,750
Young Filmmakers’ Academy is a course designed especially for young people aged between 14 and 17 years old who are passionate about filmmaking. With the support of industry professionals at every stage, students will try their hand at a variety of different roles, from directing to editing and everything in between.
Students of the Young Filmmakers’ Academy will learn how to write scenes, use a camera to tell stories, edit using professional software and direct actors. Although fun and challenging, students should be aware that this course requires the students to work hard in a professional environment, often under significant time pressures.
Website: http://bit.ly/1PoyEeq
Kiddikicks, Chiswick, Richmond, Twickenham, Hyde Park, Queens Park and Maida Vale, and across London
Date: various–see website
Ages: 18 months to 8 years old
Great value holiday football and fitness classes! Keep fit during the summer holidays with the Kiddikicks Summer Holiday Class Pass (football, hockey, sports day, fitness and fun) as well as our weekly, half-day, Ligasoccer Summer Football Coaching sessions for older children (5 to 8 years). We’re excellent value!
Get a Kiddikicks Summer Holiday Class Pass and never miss a class you’ve paid for! Book your preferred venue and receive a bonus venue for FREE! Yes, that’s right—pay for 1 venue and receive a bonus venue absolutely FREE! You can attend your free bonus venue as many times as you like or just when you need to make up a class missed due to holiday commitments. West London venues include Chiswick, Richmond, Twickenham, Hyde Park, Queens Park and Maida Vale. For children aged 18 months to 8 years. Click here for online booking and full timetable.
Got a question? Contact us: 020 7937 7965 or [email protected].
Website: Kiddikicks.co.uk
Gymboree, Chiswick
Date: throughout summer
Ages: birth to 5 years old
Cost: varies–see website
Gymboree are the experts in early childhood development and as such, we know children! We know what works, what engages, and what is appropriate for the many different developmental stages between birth and age 5. Gymboree has published its own best-selling books on “learning through play” and develops its class curriculum with the involvement and input of experts from around the world.
From June to August, claim 6 classes for the price of 5 with our Summer Fun Pass offer.
To book your FREE trial class contact us now! 07967 835 059, [email protected]
Website: www.gymboree-uk.com
and beyond summer…
Meriski
Meriski are a luxury chalet operator based in the picturesque resort of Méribel, in the heart of the French Alps. Considered the Méribel specialists, we operate nine impressive chalets and have over 30 years’ experience in the resort. Our stunning properties, superb level of service and excellent childcare services are key contributors to the high level of returning and new guests each season. All of our chalets are fully catered, staffed and include the use of the Meriski driver service, which runs from 8am to 10pm daily. Call us today for more information on 01285 648518 or email [email protected]
Website: www.meriski.co.uk
