Free school holiday activities on offer this summer across Stoke-on-Trent

Families across Stoke-on-Trent can access more than 804 free activities to keep children entertained during the summer holidays.

The activities are part of the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme, which is delivered by Stoke-on-Trent City Council in partnership with The Hubb Foundation.

Running from Monday 21 July to Friday 29 August, the scheme offers free, fun-filled activities with a healthy meal provided at every session.

There is a huge range on offer – from circus skills and swimming to performing arts and creative crafts – taking place at schools, leisure centres, and community venues across the city.

There are also a large range of sessions with SEND provision, meaning children with special educational needs and disabilities can also enjoy the fun.

Councillor Sarah Jane Colclough, cabinet member for children’s services at Stoke-on-Trent City Council, said: “We want to make sure every child in Stoke-on-Trent can have a fun, active summer.

“The HAF programme is a brilliant way to get children involved in exciting activities, enjoy healthy meals and make new friends – all for free.

“If you live in the city and have a child in reception to year 11, go to The Hubb Foundation website and see what’s on offer near you.”

 Adam Yates, Chief Operating Officer at The Hubb Foundation, said: “It is shaping up to be another amazing summer of opportunities for the children and families in our city to access free provision. The Hubb team, along with the local authority, have worked incredibly hard to create fantastic sessions filled with a huge array of exciting activities and experiences to make sure this Summer one to remember!”

The summer HAF programme is for children aged 5 to 16 years (including 4-year-old children enrolled in reception at Stoke-on-Trent schools from academic year 2024/25) who are eligible for benefits related free schools meals.

The Department for Education’s HAF funding primarily supports children who receive free school meals. However, in Stoke-on-Trent, a unique partnership between Stoke-on-Trent City Council and the Hubb Foundation means more children across the city are able to access the activities programme.

Families can find out more and book community sessions across the city by visiting: https://eequ.org/stokeontrenthafwiththehubbfoundation