Summer Sorted: How HAF Clubs are Helping Bucks Families this Holiday Season
The summer holidays are on their way, full of possibilities for fun, friendship, and new experiences. But they can also bring challenges for many families, especially when it comes to keeping children active, engaged, and well-fed.
That’s where the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme steps in.
Running across Buckinghamshire throughout the school summer break, HAF provides eligible children (those in Reception to Year 11 who receive benefits-related free school meals) with funded access to a wide range of exciting holiday clubs and a healthy meal at each session where places are available.
What makes HAF so special?
It’s not just the sports, the arts and crafts, or even the martial arts; it’s the impact. HAF creates moments that matter.
Here's what parents have told us:
“Fantastic clubs and gives me, a single mum of three, a much-needed break. I appreciate the support with the scheme”
“This is by far the best Holiday camp for our children!! They are absolutely ecstatic with their experience and cannot wait for the next.”
“Amazing can’t thank you enough for being able to send my daughter to them. They provide activities we would very much struggle to provide.”
“My daughter learnt beat boxing which she absolutely loved! Made new friends while there and really loved the dance teachers! She will definitely attend if the classes are available this summer!”
And it’s not just parents; the kids are raving about HAF too:
“I loved the activities, it was fun trying different ones because we haven’t done them before in school”
“At the start of the week I was really scared and didn’t want to get out of the car and leave mummy. But I really enjoyed the games we played, and I liked my new friend. I want to come back next time”
“I really enjoyed going and I want to go again I had so much fun and met new friends”
“I loved it! The coaches were all so cool and funny and the food was good too!”
So, how does it work?
If your child is eligible, you will have received a digital voucher by email or text, which you can use to book their place at a local HAF club.
And remember, if your plans change, please cancel your booking so another child can take that spot and you can make use of your credit at another activity.
Let’s make this summer the best one yet!
Find out more about HAF and other available support this summer