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Easter holiday scheme

Easter holiday schemeFollowing on from a successful pilot in summer 2013, the University's Holiday Scheme for children aged 5-11 will run again this Easter, from 14–17 April and 22–25 April. You can book a place online and find out more on the Children's Services website.

Activities programme

The Holiday Scheme staff have been busy planning a programme of fun and engaging games and activities for Easter break. Every day there will be a number of activities at the ‘base camp’ plus specific sessions such as:
  • Jazz dance
  • Zumba Kids
  • Crafts
  • Computer art, graphics and animation
  • Forest School
  • Den making
  • Tennis
  • Treasure hunt
  • Chemistry Whizz Bang session
  • Circus skills

There will also be a number of trips out to MAD Museum, St. John's Museum and St. Nicholas' Park.

How much does it cost?

The basic day rate (9.00am-5.00pm) is £30 per child. There are the following additional options:

  • Early arrival (8am-9am) with breakfast offered - add £3 per session
  • Late pick-up (5pm-6pm) - add £3 per session
  • Early arrival and late pick-up (on same day) - add £5
  • Four consecutive days (Monday 14-Thursday 17 or Tuesday 22-Friday 25) £100.

How do I book a place?

You can book a place online. Please note that full payment will be required within two weeks of making a booking. You can also find out about all of the University's childcare options on the new Children's Services website.