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 Half Term Camp

LOCATION: Holmwood House School
COST: £50 a day. £5 per session for early and late drop off
TIME: 9am-4pm each day (Early sessions from 8am and Late session until 5pm available)
DATES: Every Monday – Thursday 19th October to 29th October 2026
AGES: Suitable for ages 5-12

Our multi-activity 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:

  • Halloween Themed Games and Challenges: Activities with a Halloween twist, with spooky games, challenges and surprises throughout the day
  • 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.
  • Swimming: Swimming in our indoor pool is scheduled regularly throughout the week.
  • More Activities: Each day will be packed with themed excitement, allowing children to explore new interests.

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Book a place on one of our upcoming admissions events:
Whole School Open Evening – Wednesday 30th September at 6.30pm.
Little Steps Playgroup –  Friday 2nd October at 10.30am
Year 7 Experience Evening – Tuesday 3rd November at 5.30pm