Holiday Camps

At Holmwood House, we offer an exciting and diverse programme of holiday camps and courses that make full use of our extensive school facilities in Colchester. This provides busy families with high quality childcare for a selection of weeks in the school holidays.

The camps provide children with opportunities to stay active, explore new interests, and build friendships in a fun and supportive environment.

Our facilities, such as our theatre, swimming pool, sports hall, expansive playing fields and creative arts spaces, host a wide variety of activities led by both Holmwood staff and visiting professionals. For example, the British Theatre School has made use of our theatre to deliver inspiring drama workshops, while Piri Piri Cricket regularly uses our grounds and sports facilities to run high-level cricket coaching sessions.

These holiday camps are open to Holmwood House pupils as well as children from other schools, fostering a sense of community and broadening children’s experiences.

Holmwood Active Summer Holiday Camp

LOCATION: Holmwood House School
COST: £50 a day. £5 per session for early and late drop off
EARLY BIRD OFFER: £40 a day for a limited time only if booked by 14th June
TIME: 9am-4pm each day (Early sessions from 8am and Late session until 5pm available)
DATES: Every Monday – Thursday 6th July to 20th August

Our holiday camp offers a wide range of exciting activities designed to keep every child engaged and inspired. From energetic multi-sports and swimming sessions to thrilling outdoor adventures, children can enjoy plenty of opportunities to stay active and build confidence. Creative arts, crafts, and cookery sessions allow them to explore their imagination while making something special to take home. With each day built around fun themes and varied experiences, children are encouraged to try new activities, discover new interests, and have lots of fun along the way.

Here’s what’s in store:

  • Outdoor Activities: From multi-sports to outdoor adventures, our camp will keep your children active and engaged.
  • Creative Crafts: A chance for children to explore their creativity through arts and crafts.
  • More Activities: Each day will be packed with themed excitement, allowing children to explore new interests.

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British Theatre School

WHEN: 27th – 31th July 2025
LOCATION: Holmwood House School
TIME: 9am-4pm each day
AGES: Suitable for children aged 6-12 years old (in current school Year 1 to Year 7)

Get ready for an unforgettable school holiday with the International British Theatre School this Summer holidays! Suitable for children aged 6-12 years old.

✨ Perform on stage – with lights, costumes & scenery! 🎭👗
💃 Act, dance & sing – guided by expert coaches! 🎶🕺
🎉 Epic holiday fun – water balloon fights, volleyball & more! 💦🏐

Open to all children, including those attending Holmwood and other schools

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HOLMWOOD SUMMER ART CAMP

DATES: Monday 17th to Wednesday 19th August
COST: £50 a day. or £130 for 3 days
AGES: Suitable for children aged 7-16 (in Year 2 – Year 11)

Join us this summer for a creative and inspiring Art School at Holmwood House School, open to children in Years 2–11.

Children will explore a range of exciting, age-specific art themes and techniques, designed to encourage imagination, creativity, and confidence. From painting and drawing to mixed media and sculpture, each session will provide hands-on opportunities for young artists to develop their skills in a fun and supportive environment.

Whether your child loves art already or simply enjoys being creative, our summer art school is the perfect place to learn, experiment, and make new friends this holiday.

Spaces are limited, we look forward to welcoming your young artists this summer!

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Holmwood Summer Netball Camp

WHEN: 25th – 26th July 2025
LOCATION: Holmwood House School
TIME: 9am-3pm each day
COST: £40
AGES: Suitable for children aged 8 -15 years old 

Join Our Netball Skills Camp! Level up your game at our dynamic pre-season Netball Skills Camp, designed for players aged 8–10 and 11–15 years old. Whether you’re a beginner learning the basics or a club or performance player sharpening your edge, our expert coaches will guide you through drills, tactics, and match play to boost your confidence and performance on court.

Expect high-energy sessions delivering attack, defence and shooting skills, with plenty of fun in a supportive, team-focused environment.

Don’t miss this chance to grow your game and make new friends! Delivered by England Netball qualified coaches.

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Holmwood Summer Football Camp

WHEN: 25th – 26th July 2025
LOCATION: Holmwood House School
TIME: 9am-3pm each day
COST: £40
AGES: Suitable for children aged 5-11 years old 

Join us this summer for a fun action packed football camp and help your child develop their skills and build their confidence. Designed for children of all abilities, from ages of 5 to 11 years old camp provides a fun, safe and engaging environment where players can develop their football skills, make new friends and enjoy a range of exciting football activities and games.

Led by our very own experienced coach Mr Lesiak, each day will include technical training, skill challenges, small-sided matches and fun competitions.

Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your place for some fantastic football fun this summer.

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Book a personal tour or come to one of our upcoming events:

Saturday 13 June  – Whole School Open Day and School Fete
Tuesday 16 June – Year 7 Experience Evening
Friday 5 June – Little Steps Playgroup