Whether it’s an active camp for sporty kids, crafts for creative children or a chance to brush up on revision, there’s a school holiday camp in Gloucestershire that’s perfect for your child — with SoGlos handpicking some of the best in this handy hot list.
Revision camps at The King's School Gloucester
Ideal for anyone revising for their GCSEs, The King's School Gloucester offers dedicated revision courses during the school holidays to boost confidence and keep students motivated, away from distractions at home.
Its four-day Easter GCSE revision course gives Year 11s from any school a chance to strengthen their understanding of key subjects ahead of their exams, with focused academic support in small class sizes from King's friendly and experienced teaching staff.
To book a place, visit thekingsschool.co.uk.
Atlas Camps at The King's School Gloucester
Atlas Camps run Ofsted-registered holiday camps across Gloucestershire — with one at The King's School Gloucester. Activities include everything from face painting, arts and crafts to dodgeball, ultimate frisbee and musical bumps.
A normal day is from 9am to 4pm with early drop off and late stay options also available. Suitable for kids aged three to 14, anyone over 11 also has the chance to become a Rookie Coach, where they can help mentor younger camp-goers, too.
Camp 4-2-11 in Cheltenham, Gloucester and the Cotswolds
Offering 'a creative alternative to sports-based camps', Camp 4-2-11 runs school holiday activities for children aged three to 14 at venues in Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham, Gloucester and Painswick.
From swimming, climbing, yoga and Zumba to circus skills, science workshops, mindfulness and animal petting, there's something to keep even the fussiest kids interested.
Cheltenham Activity Camps
Hosted at the Cheltenham College Sport Centre and run by highly qualified coaches, Cheltenham Activity Camps are great for active kids with a keen interest in sports.
There are age-appropriate activities for children aged four to 14, with fun games for little ones, more challenging team sports for those aged eight to 11, and for kids aged 12 and above, there's the chance to develop their leadership skills through the 'I Can Lead' programme, where they'll become role models for younger children.
The Outdoors Project in Cirencester and Cheltenham
Ideal for adventurous kids who aren't afraid to get their hands dirty, The Outdoors Project runs holiday clubs from 9am to 3pm in Cheltenham and Cirencester, where the theme of the day is outdoor play whatever the weather!
Suitable for primary school-aged children who are in Year 1 to Year 6, they can have a go at everything from bushcraft to campfire cooking, den building to crafting a bow and shield — and kids aged six and up can even take part in its NERF activity days with tactical and base invasion games, too.
Holiday camps at Cheltenham and Gloucester Gymnastics Club
Whether your little ones are budding gymnasts, or looking to try gymnastics for the first time, Cheltenham and Gloucester Gymnastics Club — based in Gloucester — offers holiday camps for kids of all abilities.
Full of entertaining games as well as challenges to help develop kids' gymnastic skills, camps run for three hours, with a morning session for children aged five and up; and an afternoon session for children aged seven and up; as well as an open gym option for those aged 10 to 17.
Code Ninjas camps in Cheltenham
Bound to keep technology-loving little ones happy, Code Ninjas day camps take place at Gloucestershire College and give kids the chance to gain hands-on coding experience from one of its experienced Code Senseis.
With themes from Robotics to Roblox, Minecraft to YouTube, they'll get to learn valuable life skills like creativity, computational thinking and leadership all while having fun at the same time.
Move More camps in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, Gloucester and Tewkesbury
PE and sport specialists, Move More, offer holiday camps for active kids across the county, with a no-screen policy and a whole host of activities for children to choose from.
After a few 'getting to know you' games, kids can take part in sports like curling, hockey, lacrosse, tag rugby and tennis; skill-based activities like balance bikes, speed stacking and chess; to fun activities like slip and slide, dodgeball, board games, Lego and crafts.
Activate camps at Wycliffe College
The ultimate experience for sporty children, Wycliffe College hosts a variety of Activate Camps for kids aged five to 16, taking place within the stunning surroundings of the Cotswold countryside.
From Netball Fever to The Cricket Academy, these sports-based camps are suitable for absolute beginners and future superstars, helping kids develop their skills and confidence in each sport.
Stagecoach Performing Arts camps in Cheltenham, Cirencester and Gloucester
Kids with a flair for all things theatrical won't want to miss Stagecoach's performing arts holiday workshops.
Designed for children aged six to 18, participants get to sing, dance, act and make new friends, before the whole company comes together for a showcase at the end of the workshop to show off their talents to their family and friends.
Cotswold Active Camps
With locations in Moreton-in-Marsh, Northleach, Stow-on-the-Wold and Upper Rissington, kids aged five to 14 can enjoy a mixture of sport and arts from Cotswold Active Camps during the school holidays.
Fun and participation are at the heart of these camps, with activities for kids of all abilities. Prices are designed to be as affordable as possible and Cotswold Active Camps also offers funded places to families who receive free school meals.
Just Camps in Cheltenham, Gloucester and the Cotswolds
Award-winning holiday camp provider, Just Camps, offers school holiday camps in Cheltenham, Gloucester and Moreton-in-Marsh, run by a team of professional coaches.
Its activity programme is designed to help kids build their communication and teamwork skills, while having fun in team games and sports, with activities including Nerf Wars, capture the flag, football cricket, athletics and SAQ training.
Ultimate Activity Camps in Cheltenham and Stroud
Offering a great lineup of activities for children aged four to 14, Ultimate Activity Camps take over Dean Close Prep School in Cheltenham and Beaudesert School in Minchinhampton during the Easter and summer holidays.
There are over 40 activities to choose from, including archery, bowling, swimming and zorbing — plus great flexibility for working parents with the extended day pass offering early drop off and late pickup.
