Active Future – Summer Camp @ Goresbrook School
Active Future’s Summer Camp returns to Barking and Dagenham, bigger, bolder, and more exciting than ever. Each day is filled with non-stop fun, featuring epic Nerf battles, dodge ball, archery, science experiments, cooking, arts and crafts, and much more. With a fresh line-up of activities daily, no two days are the same, and every child leaves with a smile.
The camp welcomes children aged 5 to 12 of all abilities. Led by a friendly and experienced team, the programme offers a safe and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. With the perfect blend of physical activity, creativity, and discovery, this is the ultimate summer experience.
Spaces are limited, early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.
Age: 5 to 12
Location: Goresbrook School , RM9 6XW
Dates:
WK1: 28 July to 31 July
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
WK3: 11 August to 14 August
WK4: 18 August to 21 August
Delivery Times: 10:00 to 2:00.
Booking information: bit.ly/4jQyuRF
ARTBASH Camp OXYGEN @ Manor Longbridge School
This summer, ARTBASH is breathing creativity into the unexpected at Camp OXYGEN. Expect wacky experiments, bubble art, futuristic planets, oxygen-inspired patterns, vibrant prints, and much more. Each day, young artists will participate in a variety of creative and dance workshops.
At the end of the final day, parents and carers are warmly invited to enjoy a fabulous performance and an inspiring exhibition. A tasty and nutritious lunch, along with healthy snacks, will be provided daily by the camp’s wonderful in-house chef.
Booking is essential. To request a booking form, please email: paula@artbash.co.uk
Age: 5 to 12
Location: Manor Longbridge School, 40 Scholars Way, RM8 2FL.
Dates:
WK 1: 28 July to 31 July
WK 2: 4 August to 8 August.
Delivery Times: 09:00 to 13:00
Booking information: ARTBASH Camp OXYGEN booking form
Email: paula@artbash.co.uk
Ballerz Summer Camp @ Northbury School
Founded in 2016, Ballerz Holiday Club has been engaging children across Barking and Dagenham in multi-sports activities for the past nine years. As one of the borough’s longest-serving HAF providers, Ballerz is proud to be a trusted name in holiday enrichment.
The club’s mission is to keep children fit, healthy, and active throughout the summer, while offering fun and inspiring activities they can enjoy together. This summer, children can look forward to exciting enrichment sessions including Nerf Wars, Ultimate Dodgeball, Bikes and Scooters, Inflatables, Archery, and much more!
Families are warmly invited to join the Ballerz community and #BeABaller this summer, creating fantastic memories with a dedicated and enthusiastic team.
Age: 5 to 11
Location: Northbury Close, Barking IG11 8JA
Dates:
WK1: 28 July to 31 July
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
WK3:11 August to 14 August
Delivery Times: 08:30 to 16:15
Booking information: ballerz.uk@hotmail.com
Ballerz Summer Camp @ Valence School
Founded in 2016, Ballerz Holiday Club has been engaging children across Barking and Dagenham in multi-sports activities for the past nine years. As one of the borough’s longest-serving HAF providers, Ballerz is proud to be a trusted name in holiday enrichment.
The club’s mission is to keep children fit, healthy, and active throughout the summer, while offering fun and inspiring activities they can enjoy together. This summer, children can look forward to exciting enrichment sessions including Nerf Wars, Ultimate Dodgeball, Bikes and Scooters, Inflatables, Archery, and much more!
Families are warmly invited to join the Ballerz community and #BeABaller this summer, creating fantastic memories with a dedicated and enthusiastic team.
Age: 5 to 11
Location: Valence primary school Bonham Rd, Dagenham RM8 3BB
Dates:
WK1: 28 July to 31 July
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
WK3: 11 August to 14 August
Delivery Times: 08:30 to 16:15
Booking information: ballerz.uk@hotmail.com
DABD – HAF Summer Camp for SEND children @ Pembroke Gardens.
The Disablement Association of Barking & Dagenham (DABD) is pleased to announce its HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) programme for the summer school holidays. Over 16 days, DABD will be offering a range of free activities for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) who either attend school or further education in the borough, or live within Barking and Dagenham, and are eligible for benefit-related free school meals.
This carefully designed programme caters specifically to the needs of SEND participants, offering a variety of fun and educational sessions. Activities will include healthy eating demonstrations and specially adapted exercise sessions. Children and young people can enjoy painting, sensory play, water and sand play, arts and crafts, drawing and colouring, music, dancing, playdough, LEGO, and inclusive sports such as football and sensory-adapted yoga.
The programme also features access to a bespoke, all-weather outdoor play and exercise area, equipped with five static exercise machines. Participants will also benefit from a fully accessible herb, fruit, and vegetable patch, which supports the healthy eating and budgeting education sessions.
Age: 5 to 16
Location: Pembrooke Gardens
Dates:
WK1: 28 July to 31 July
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
WK3: 11 August to 14 August
WK4: 18 August to 21 August
Delivery Times: 2:00 to 6:00.
Booking information: send@dabd.org.uk
Everyone Active Summer Camp @ Becontree Heath Leisure Centre
We’re thrilled to host another HAF programme for young people aged 4-7 years, Monday – Thursday, 9:00-13:00 from Monday 28th July – Thursday 21st August.
Throughout the programme, your child will enjoy a diverse range of engaging activities, including swimming lessons, multi-sports, fun splash sessions, arts & crafts, soft play fun and interactive workshops on essential skills like CPR and First Aid. Lunch will be provided for all.
We look forward to seeing you this Summer!
Age: 4 to 7
Location: Becontree Health Leisure Centre Althorne Wy., Dagenham RM10 7FH
Dates:
WK1: 28 July to 31 July
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
WK3: 11 August to 14 August
WK4: 18 August to 21 August
Apply today! - https://forms.office.com/e/Giuv4MkQhk
Everyone Active Summer Camp @ Becontree Heath Leisure Centre
We’re thrilled to host another HAF programme for young people 8-15 years, Monday – Thursday, 9:00-15:00 from Monday 28th July – Thursday 21st August.
Throughout the programme, your child will enjoy a diverse range of engaging activities, including swimming lessons, multi-sports, fun splash sessions, arts & crafts, and interactive workshops on essential skills like CPR and First Aid. Lunch will be provided for all.
We look forward to seeing you this Summer!
Age: 8 to 15
Location: Becontree Health Leisure Centre Althorne Wy., Dagenham RM10 7FH
Dates:
WK1: 28 July to 31 July
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
WK3: 11 August to 14 August
WK4: 18 August to 21 August
Apply today! - https://forms.office.com/e/Giuv4MkQhk
Centrestage Perform - Explore the Wild @ Outdoor Bowls Pavilion
This summer, Explore the Wild returns with a vibrant health and well being programme designed especially for children aged 7 to 11. Over the course of two weeks, Company Drinks will transform the former bowls club and green in Barking Park into a dynamic well being space dedicated to wild play, growing, cooking, feasting, resting, creating, and enjoying nutritious food.
In partnership with Made Up Kitchen, Company Drinks will deliver nutritional food and cooking workshops using holistic approaches. A selection of talented local artists and practitioners will also be invited to lead a wide range of creative activities, all inspired by the spirit of summer.
Age: 7 to 11
Location: Outdoor Bowls Pavilion, Barking Park, Longbridge Road, Barking IG11 8TA
Dates:
WK 1: 28 July to 31 July
WK 2: 4 August to 8 August
Delivery Times: 10: 30 to 2:30.
To sign up: https://forms.gle/7VCYbksdPoN7K5mM6
For queries: events@companydrinks.info
Carter Productions & Co - Frames & Movement @Galleon Arts Centre
Frames & Footwork offers young people an exciting summer experience where the worlds of dance and photography come together. Through engaging, hands-on workshops, participants will explore the art of storytelling, whether through a striking photograph or expressive choreography.
This programme is about more than just learning new skills; it’s a celebration of self-expression, collaboration, and creativity in every step and snapshot.
Age: 8 to 11 (KS2)
Dates:
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
Delivery Times: 11:30 to 4:00.
Booking information: Coming soon.
Holiday Musical Theatre Club – Super Summer Edition! @ The Wilds Barking Riverside
Get ready for a show-stopping holiday at our Musical Theatre Holiday Club – the ultimate experience for creative kids who love to perform!
This action-packed week includes singing, dancing, acting, and exciting workshops in TV, film, and theatre production. But that’s just the beginning! Plus, an end-of-week performance for family and friends.
We’ll also get crafty with theatre-themed arts and crafts including costume design and enjoy outdoor activities and soak up the sun with daily picnics and a free lunch provided every day , because creativity works up an appetite!
Whether your child is a born performer or just wants to try something new, they’ll build confidence, make new friends, and have a blast in a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment.
You can register via our website below or email us to receive a registration form.
Age: 5 to 12
Location: The Wilds, Northgate Rd, Barking IG11 0SQ
Dates:
WK1: 28 July to 31 July
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
WK3: 11 August to 14 August
WK4: 18 August to 21 August
Delivery Times: 10:00 to 3:30.
Email: centrestage.perform@gmail.com
Inspire Minds Through Sports @ St Peter's RC Primary School
At Inspire Minds Through Sports, children are offered a high-quality holiday experience that keeps them active, healthy, and happy. The programme ensures that all participants receive nutritious meals and snacks in a safe and secure environment, while enjoying fun activities and building new friendships.
This initiative is designed for the local community, with the aim of helping children realise their full potential. It encourages them to grow in confidence and understand that they can achieve anything they set their minds to.
The programme supports children’s development and well being through a wide range of enrichment opportunities, including sports, arts and crafts, and other engaging activities. In addition, healthy eating and nutrition workshops are provided for both children and their families, along with guidance on accessing local community services.
The goal is to ensure that children return to school feeling inspired, engaged, and ready to learn.
Age: 4 to 12
Location: St. Peter’s RC Primary School
WK1: 28 July to 31 July
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
WK3:11 August to 14 August
Delivery Times: 09:00 to 3:00.
Booking information: www.imtsports.org
Inspire Minds Through Sports @ Thames View Infants School
At Inspire Minds Through Sports, children are offered a high-quality holiday experience that keeps them active, healthy, and happy. The programme ensures that all participants receive nutritious meals and snacks in a safe and secure environment, while enjoying fun activities and building new friendships.
This initiative is designed for the local community, with the aim of helping children realise their full potential. It encourages them to grow in confidence and understand that they can achieve anything they set their minds to.
The programme supports children’s development and well being through a wide range of enrichment opportunities, including sports, arts and crafts, and other engaging activities. In addition, healthy eating and nutrition workshops are provided for both children and their families, along with guidance on accessing local community services.
The goal is to ensure that children return to school feeling inspired, engaged, and ready to learn.
Age: 5 to 11 years
Location: @ Thames View Infants School
WK1: 28 July to 31 July
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
Delivery Times: 09:00 to 3:00.
Booking information: www.imtsports.org
LEARNING HIVE Summer Camp @ Gascoigne Primary School
Make this summer unforgettable with Learning Hive’s Summer 2025 Holiday Camp! Taking place this August, the camp offers an exciting variety of hands-on workshops and activities designed to keep children active, creative, and social throughout the school holidays.
Running daily from 9:00am to 1:00pm, the programme includes engaging sessions such as summer crafts, karate, beatboxing, drama, basketball, gymnastics, outdoor games, and special experiences like circus skills and cooking workshops.
The camp is designed to help children develop new skills, stay physically active, and build lasting friendships in a safe and supportive environment. Every child also receives a free nutritious lunch and a healthy snack each day to keep them energised and ready for fun.
Whether your child enjoys sports, the arts, or trying something new, there’s something for everyone at Learning Hive’s Summer 2025 Camp.
Spaces are limited, so early enrolment is recommended to avoid disappointment. Give your child a summer full of discovery, laughter, and lasting memories!
Location: Gascoigne Primary school, IG11 7DR
Dates:
WK1: 28 July to 31 July
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
WK3: 11 August to 14 August
WK4: 18 August to 21 August
Delivery Times: 09:00 to 1:00.
Booking information: https://www.learninghive.co.uk/events
MUSIC.THEATRE.DANCE.FOOD @ The Vibe Youth Centre
This Summer’s Food for the Soul Workshops will allow children to try foods from around the world as well as take part in Art activities.
This year, we will feature workshops full of fun and games from:
- The Community Music Service on Rhythm and Song
- Barking and Dagenham Youth Dance on Movement
- Write Back on Creative Expression
- The Boathouse on Acting and Performance
- True Cadence on Lyric Creation
We will include 2 breaks and a snack as well as a full meal, everyday.
We are offering 20 places per week and will prioritise young people on benefits related free school meals who can attend completely free of charge. We will also have some spaces available at a small cost for children who do not fall into this category.
WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU AT THE VIBE
Age: 5 to 12
Location: 195-211 Becontree Avenue, Dagenham RM8 2UT
Dates:
WK 1: 28 July to 31 July
WK 2: 4 August to 8 August
Delivery Times: 12:00 to 4:00.
Omega Sportz @ John Perry Primary School
At Omega Sportz, we pride ourselves in creating a safe space for children to be the best version of themselves. This Summer we are offering a wide range of activities including ball sports; bouncy castle; animal workshop; water fun; gymnastics; dance workshop; multi sports and games; arts and crafts; and an end of summer celebration. These activities are spread across the summer with different activities daily. Please bear in mind activities as subject to change, these above are just examples
Age: 5 to 12
Location: John Perry Primary School, RM10 8UR
Dates:
WK1: 28 July to 31 July
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
WK3:11 August to 14 August
WK4: 18 August to 21 August
Delivery Times: 10:00 to 2:00.
Booking link: https://omegasportzltd.kidsclubhq.co.uk/rdr?u=book&id=13549&t=2025-07-28
FSM code: FSM2025
Tell: 020 8051 0201
Email: info@omegasportz.com
Web: www.omegasportz.com
Pullums Dance Academy Summer Camp @ George Carey Primary School
This summer, Pullums Dance Academy will be hosting an exciting Performing Arts Programme, offering children the chance to explore a variety of creative disciplines. The programme will include dance classes in multiple styles, acrobatic sessions, singing, drama, outdoor play, and arts and crafts.
By the end of the programme, all participants will have learned dance routines, songs, and basic acrobatic skills. In addition to the performing arts, Pullums will also be educating children and families on the importance of nutrition. Children will take part in sessions focused on healthy snacks, with practical information shared to help bring affordable healthy eating into the home.
Children eligible for free school meals (FSM) will receive a nutritious meal and snack each day. Most importantly, Pullums aims to ensure that every child who attends has fun, learns new skills, and makes lots of new friends!
Location: George Carey Primary School, IG11 0FJ
Dates:
WK1: 28 July to 31 July
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
WK3: 11 August to 14 August
WK4: 18 August to 21 August
Delivery Times: 09:00 to 4:00.
Booking Information: Register with Pullums Dance Academy | membermeister
The Football Fun Factory @ Barking & Dagenham College, (Rush Green campus
This summer holiday, children are invited to take part in a truly unique football experience with Football Fun Factory! Budding football stars will have the time of their lives enjoying a range of fun and exciting inflatable football activities. From diving around in a giant goal, to scoring bullseyes on a football dartboard, and playing epic matches inside an enormous inflatable pitch, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
In addition to the inflatable fun, each day will also feature traditional football activities, outdoor games in the sunshine, and plenty of time for matches.
Football Fun Factory experiences are open to boys and girls of all abilities and experience levels, offering an inclusive and energetic environment for all.
Location: Barking & Dagenham College, Rush Green Campus RM7 0XU
Dates:
WK1: 28 July to 31 July
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
WK3: 11 August to 14 August
Booking Information:
Contact: Mark Roberts
Email: markroberts@thefootballfunfactory.co.uk
Phone: 07814093169
Learn all about our Football Fun Camps here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ne_6frFyfik
The Football Fun Factory @ Jo Richrdson Community School
This summer holiday, children are invited to take part in a truly unique football experience with Football Fun Factory! Budding football stars will have the time of their lives enjoying a range of fun and exciting inflatable football activities. From diving around in a giant goal, to scoring bullseyes on a football dartboard, and playing epic matches inside an enormous inflatable pitch, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
In addition to the inflatable fun, each day will also feature traditional football activities, outdoor games in the sunshine, and plenty of time for matches.
Football Fun Factory experiences are open to boys and girls of all abilities and experience levels, offering an inclusive and energetic environment for all.
Location: Castle Green, Gale St., Dagenham RM9 4UN
Dates: WK4: 18 August to 21 August
Booking Information:
Contact: Mark Roberts
Email: markroberts@thefootballfunfactory.co.uk
Phone: 07814093169
Learn all about our Football Fun Camps here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ne_6frFyfik
True Cadence – Unleash Your Creativity @ Heath Park
This summer, True Cadence is offering a fun, creative, and meaningful experience for children aged 8 to 11 through its HAF Programme, running from 4 to 7 August 2025. The programme is completely free for children who are eligible for benefit-related free school meals.
Sessions will take place daily from 12:00PM to 4:00PM at Heath Park Community Centre in Dagenham, with a nutritious meal provided each day. The week will feature a special series of songwriting and performance workshops, giving children the opportunity to explore music, build confidence, and express themselves in a safe and supportive environment.
Participants will learn vocal techniques, experiment with rhythm and lyrics, and create their own songs—whether they’re naturally outgoing or a little shy, every child will be encouraged to take part and feel proud of what they create.
The aim of the programme is simple: to give young people a space to be themselves, connect with others, and try something new, while discovering just how much they’re capable of.
Location: Heath Park Community Centre, Rusholme Ave, Dagenham RM10 7PR
Dates: 4 to 7 August 2025
Time: 12:00 to 16:00
Age: 8 to 11
Booking: To register your interest, please visit: https://forms.office.com/e/H9KNUGCP6j
Urban Promise – Summer Holiday Club @ Marks Gate
This summer Urban Promise is offering children in Marks Gate a space to play, learn, build strong friendships, and have fun. Our holiday club includes 3 activity slots each day providing hands-on engagement with food, crafts, sports, games, arts, and much more. Children who join us this summer will not only have a great time but be surrounded by positive role models from within their community as they receive support from our talented teenage Student Leaders, providing the opportunity for positive connections that will last into the future.
Each day is a chance to be part of a caring and nurturing community in which children are fed, encouraged, and given new challenges and experiences.
Date:
WK2: 4 August to 8 August.
Delivery Times: 10:00 to 14:00
Booking Information: info@urbanpromise.org.uk