Summer in London for Kids
STAGECOACH KENSINGTON HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
When: 27th July – 31st July, 2015
Ages: 7 to 16 years old | 10–4pm daily; 4 to 6 years old | 9:30 – 12:30pm
Cost: £100 to £165
This summer Stagecoach in Kensington will be putting on two productions. Children aged 7 to 16 years old will travel back in time to the Swinging Sixties, while the little ones aged 4 to 6 will discover Disney. Both groups will perform for friends and family on the final day. Sibling discounts available.
Booking info: 0208 398 8106
Email: kensington@stagecoach.co.uk
More information: www.stagecoach.co.uk
PICCOLO HOLIDAY CAMP
Dates: 20th July – 28th September, 2015 | 8:45 – 5:45pm
Ages: 4 to 11 years old
Cost: £25 per day
Piccolo holiday camp is a great way for your little ones to spend their summer holidays. At Piccolo your child’s happiness is at the forefront of everything we do.
Call today to reserve a space.
Booking info: 0203 643 2574
More information: piccoloplaycentre.co.uk
RESILIENCE COURSE
Dates: 27th – 31st July, 2015 | 10am – 3pm
Ages: children in years 5 & 6
Cost: £375 for the week including lunch
Role Models are running a Resilience Course from July 27 to 31 for children in Year 5 and 6 at Chelsea Academy. The course combines core competencies looked for by top selective schools with a focus on growth mindset. The week will involve a series of challenges and active learning tasks in a fun and pressure-free environment.
More information: www.rolemodels.me
STORYTELLING ADVENTURES
Dates: all summer
Ages: 2 to 8 years old
Cost: Early Special £76 for the week
Storytelling Adventures are back this summer with their fun, confidence-building drama courses—full of singing, dancing, drama and arts and crafts! Their popular ‘buddy’ discounts are still available and they’ve introduced an Early Bird pricing system which means those who book before 1 July will pay only £76 for a 5-day course! With courses scheduled for the entire summer holiday, each with a different theme, your child could go on a fantastic adventure every week!
More information: www.storytelling-adventures.com
PLAY IN A WEEK SUMMER WORKSHOPS
Dates: Week one, for ages 7 to 10: Monday 20th – Friday 24th July | Week two, for ages 11 to 14: Monday 27th – Friday 31st July
Ages: 7 to 14 years old
Cost: £450 per week
If you’ve got a young drama lover in your midst and you’re stuck for ideas of how to fill their summer holidays then look no further! These professionally led, intensive theatre-making courses this July are a must for all aspiring actors.
More information: www.unicorntheatre.com
THE NOMAD CINEMA—Outdoor family-friendly screenings
Dates: June – September
Ages: all ages
Cost: varies
The Nomad Cinema is the roaming pop-up that donates 100% of its profits to charity. This summer’s diverse programme includes a fantastic range of family-friendly films at an extraordinary range of London locations, including Guardians of the Galaxy, The Princess Bride, Labyrinth, Grease, Superman and The Sound of Music. Join us with all the family and experience that cinema magic under the stars at events that will be sure to delight and intrigue both young and old—all for a great cause!
More information: www.whereisthenomad.com
Science Camp with RICHER EDUCATION
When: 10th – 14th & 17th – 21st August 2015 | 9 – 3:30pm
Where: Imperial College
Ages: 5 to 11
Cost: £215 before 30th June
Expand your child’s scientific mind through over 40 exciting topics ranging from marvellous medicine to extreme energy and much more. Students learn through a hands-on approach and are welcome to take home any objects they have made throughout the week. The emphasis is on fun, yet we inspire learning about concepts through dialogue and questioning.
More information: www.richereducation.co.uk
SWIMMING ROCKS—Crash Courses
Dates: all summer
Ages: all ages
Locations: Chelsea | South Kensington | Golders Green
This summer premier swim school Swimming Rocks have weeklong crash courses—private or shared 2:1—with their experienced team of instructors. These 4- or 5-day courses are a great way to boost progress, improve technique or just a fun activity in the holidays.
Booking info: 07557 051 904
Email: info@swimmngrocks.co.uk
More information: www.swimmingrocks.co.uk
Lights, camera, action – kids make their own movies!
Dates: 27th and 31st July, 9am to 4pm
Ages: 7-14
Location: Chelsea Harbour
This summer Studio Film School are offering their first workshop at their newest London branch in Chelsea Harbour: the Summer Film Shoot, a weeklong workshop for children to make their own films, get creative and build their confidence.
The Summer Film Shoot is taking place at the Chelsea Academy between 27th and 31st July, 9am to 4pm, and West London Mum has an exclusive discount! Book online using the code “WLM” and save £50. If you recommend a friend, you can save £100!
More information: www.studiofilmschool.co.uk
Drama Classes
Dates: Monday 27 to Wednesday 29 July 2015 and Wednesday 27 to Friday 29 August 2015
Ages: all ages
Location: Hammersmith
Throughout the summer holidays Take One Young Performers are putting on productions of A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Billy Elliot in Hammersmith.
More information: www.dramaclassesforkids.co.uk
School of Rock
Date: August 17th to August 29th
Age: 7-18
Location: Barnes
Cost: £72
Held in the famous Bulls Head Music Room in Barnes (SW13) The Notting Hill School of Rock two-day summer music course is a place where students fall in love with music! They will get first hand insight into the UK music industry and after rehearsing five of their favourite hit tracks, the band will perform in a final concert to family and friends.
The next session is from August 17th to August 29th. Camps are split between three age groups and students of all levels of experience are welcome. It’s even a great chance to try a new instrument. Prices start at £75 per student. Further registration details can be found on the Notting Hill School of Rock webpage.
