HALF TERM CAMPS in Essex
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HAF Programme & Paid Half Term Camps
Free Funded Holiday activities and Food Programme Plus Paid Spaces Available
Colchester and Harlow | Ages 4–11 | Free Hot Meal Included
Paid spaces must bring a packed lunch box (strict no nut policy).
Simmply Active delivers fun, inclusive, and engaging half term camps designed to keep children active, social, and supported during the school holidays. Through our HAF-funded programme and paid activity spaces, children can enjoy a safe and structured environment filled with sport, creativity, wellbeing activities, and new experiences.
Our half term sports camps help children stay active, build confidence, make friends, and enjoy positive activities throughout the holidays.
Book your child’s place today or learn more about funded eligibility below.
What is the HAF Programme?
The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme provides fully funded half term clubs and holiday sessions for eligible children and young people during school holidays.
Delivered by Simmply Active in partnership with Active Essex Foundation and Essex County Council, our programme supports families by providing:
Safe and structured holiday sessions
High-quality sports provision
Creative and enrichment activities
A free nutritious hot meal each day
Inclusive and welcoming environments for children of all abilities
Our goal is to make school holidays more active, engaging, and accessible through fun and supportive half term sports clubs
Interested in wider community activities and fitness opportunities? Explore our community fitness activities delivered across Simmply Active.
Supporting Families, Enriching Lives
Active, Healthy and Engaged
School holidays should be a time for children to stay active, build confidence, and have fun. Our holiday clubs include a variety of sports, games, team challenges, and creative activities that promote physical activity, social interaction, and personal development.
Supporting Health and Wellbeing
Every child attending the programme receives a nutritious meal, helping to support healthy lifestyles and positive wellbeing. Alongside physical activity, we encourage healthy habits, teamwork, resilience, and confidence through engaging and supportive sessions.
Building Confidence & community
Our sessions provide a safe and inclusive environment where children can make friends, develop new skills, and grow in confidence. Through positive experiences and community connection, we help children feel supported, valued, and empowered.
Our Half Term Camp Locations
We currently deliver half term camps across three locations in Colchester, with funded spaces available for eligible children and paid spaces available at selected venues.
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At this location we offer both funded and paid half term sports camps, delivering a mix of:
Padel
Tennis
Multi-sport activities
Outdoor games and activities
Children can stay active, learn new skills, and enjoy a fun and energetic environment throughout the holidays.
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Our Community Hub provides funded half term clubs focused on a wider mix of enrichment and wellbeing activities, including:
Sports and games
Cooking activities
Wellbeing sessions
Music and creative activities
These sessions help children build confidence, social skills, and healthy routines in a safe and supportive setting.
Looking to support young people’s wellbeing through sport and mentoring? Learn more about our mental health education programs through Simmply Minds.
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At our new community gym location, we provide funded half term sports clubs featuring:
Studio fitness sessions
Gym-based activities
Group sports and movement games
These sessions introduce children to fun and accessible ways to stay active while building confidence through movement and teamwork.
Want to discover our inclusive gym and wellbeing facilities? Explore Simmply Gyms.
Why Choose Simmply Active Half Term Camps?
Stay active during school holidays
Build confidence and social skills
Try new sports and activities
Improve wellbeing through movement
Make friends in a safe environment
Our experienced team focuses on creating inclusive sessions where every child feels welcome and supported.
Our half term camps are designed to provide more than just childcare. We create positive experiences where children can:
Frequently Asked Questions
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Half term camps are organised holiday sessions for children during school breaks, offering sports, activities, games, and enrichment opportunities in a safe and structured environment.
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Funded spaces are available for eligible children who qualify for free school meals through the HAF programme.
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Our half term sports camps include activities such as tennis, padel, multi-sports, fitness sessions, wellbeing activities, cooking, music, and creative workshops.
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Children attending funded HAF sessions receive a free nutritious hot meal each day. Paid spaces must bring a packed lunch following our strict no nut policy.
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We currently run half term camps across multiple Colchester locations, including the Tennis & Padel Centre, Community Hub, and Global Park gym facility.
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