East London

West Ham Park is a tranquil haven in the East End of London with a heritage dating back over 400 years. Set in an oasis of green it includes twelve tennis courts, two cricket squres, two football pitches, a running track and a rounders area.It has a playground with a full time attendent also a Rose Garden and one of the largest Nurserys of its kind in the UK. Children entertainers and musical bands perform during summer holidays on the bandstand.

Brainwave is an independent Charity based in Bridgwater, providing developmental therapy for children who have both physical and cognitive disabilities, whether caused by brain injury,genetic abnormality, or accident.

A programme of physical and cognitive exercises is designed by the therapy team according to each child’s very specific needs. These exercises are taught to the child’s parents and carers who carry out the programme in the comfort and familiarity of the family home; through which 80% of children make measurable improvements and some achieve a degree of independence far beyond their families’ expectations.

1500 children have benefited from the Brainwave Programme since the Charity was established in 1982.

Email: enquiries@brainwave.org.uk

Music can be fun!

Expert tuition for young voices aged 10+. I am a teacher in singing and vocal technique specialising in care of young voices. I am experienced in preparing young singers for Associated Board exams, choral scholarships and entrance to music college.

I have taught at a number of schools and colleges including Royal Academy and Trinity College as well as being closely involved with the work of the British Youth Opera.

One-to-one tuition tailored to child's individual needs.

Please contact me on the above number for full details.

The National Cycle Network is 5000 miles of safe, signed, attractive cycle routes, open and mapped in June 2000. It is made up of traffic-free sections and traffic-calmed road and minor roads, running right through urban centres and reaching all parts of the UK.

Sustrans is the charity co-ordinating the project and will continue to work with local authorities to expand the Network to a target of 10,000 miles by 2005.

For more information on the National Cycle Network and Sustrans and a copy of their free catalogue of maps, information sheets and technical publications please call the number above or visit their website.

E-Mail: info@nationalcyclenetwork.org.uk

Visit the LTA website for information on all your favourite British players as well as your local tennis clubs and tennis centres.

Find the nearest tennis club to you by visiting the link below. Just type your post code in the Club Search box found in the right hand margin.

At Stagecoach Performing Arts we teach children and young people how to sing, dance and act, not only to perform on stage but also, more importantly, to build confidence and key skills that will benefit them through their whole lives.

Our classes are for ages 4-18 with some schools offering classes for ages 2+. With over 35 years’ experience in teaching the performing arts and having helped over one million students to reach their full potential, we’d love to welcome your child to our classes.

Please get in touch to find out more.

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The Leading All-Year-Round Science Activity Entertainer, Educator and Childcare Provider for Kids. We are partnered with parents and schools to provide the best:

• Science Half Term Holiday Camps in London for Kids:

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For over 30 years Mother Nature Science has offered the world’s highest quality science programmes and activities for children aged 5-12. All our activities are packed full of varied fun curriculum linked science across the main natural sciences of chemistry, biology and physics which focus on enquiring, making and testing and continuing at home with parents. Since its inception in 2007 Mother Nature Science, London, UK has inspired over 500,000 children.

Mother Nature Science ensures children everywhere are able to “Have Fun with Science”, with that instill a clearer understanding of what science is really about and how it affects the world around them. We have found that focusing on learning through hands-on enquiry based practical science activities means children improve rapidly and both child and parent feel proud of their progress. All of our science instructors have undergone rigorous safety checks and training and all have a native speaker command of English who are friendly, fun, enthusiastic and experienced in teaching young learners.

Children's holiday camps in Barnet, Brent, Camden, Chiswick, Ealing, Hampstead, Haringey, Harrow, Mill Hill, St Johns Wood, Westminster, Chelsea, Fulham, Hammersmith, Hounslow, Kensington, Kingston, Merton, New Malden, Parsons Green, Richmond, Sloane Square, Surbiton, Sutton, Twickenham, Wandsworth, Wimbledon, City of London, Enfield, Hackney, Haringey, Havering, Islington, Southgate, Tower Hamlets, Waltham Forest, Walthamstow, Wapping, Bexley, Blackheath, Borough, Bromley, Dulwich Village, Elephant & Castle, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham, Rotherhithe, South Croydon, Southwark, Vanbrugh Park

Children’s science parties in Hertfordshire, North West London, South West London, North East London and South East London

There a two campsites within the 26 mile, 10,000 acre Lee Valley Regional Park. Each has modern facilities, offers value for money and is located in pleasant surroundings with its own local leisure attractions.

Both sites are ideal for those who want to mix the pleasures of the all places to visit in and around Lee Valley Regional Park, with the excitement of visiting central London which is less than an hour away. Situated near to Epping Forest and River Lee Country Park, you can enjoy boating, cycling, walking and some of Britain’s rarest wildlife.

Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park
Address: Meridian Way, Edmonton, London N9 OAR
Tel: 020 8803 6900
Email: leisurecomplex@leevalleypark.org.uk

Lee Valley Campsite
Address: Sewardstone Road, Chingford, London E4 7RA
Tel: 020 8529 5689
Email: scs@leevalleypark.org.uk

For more information, visit: www.leevalleypark.org.uk

Bonnie and Betty supply babies, children and teenagers from newborn to 16 years. Assignments range from photographic, commercial, TV, film to stage work.

We pride ourselves on offering a friendly service together with a strong sense of expertise. Each child is met and assessed before they are offered a contract with the agency so we can match them with the perfect job.

Clients include Disney, Marks & Spencer, Mothercare, Sky, Next, New Look, Zara, Sony, Gucci, Boden, Liberty, CBBC and John Lewis.

Visit our website to see our helpful FAQ page before filling out our application form.

Email: agency@bonnieandbetty.com

Why not try Indoor Rock Climbing. We are open to the public and offer Junior Climbing Club for ages 8-16. Birthday parties and holiday schemes available.

E-Mail: j.schloss@virgin.net

We run a totally bespoke art & circus holiday camp in East London, London for children aged 5 - 11. We have two sites, one is Dalston and one in Tower Hamlets. A week of fun, play, creativity, games and lots of arts & crafts to boost your child's confidence, expand their creativity, cultivate their sense of calm and most importantly, have lots of fun.

Every week is centered around a different theme so your child will always be doing something fun, new and exciting each holiday. The children will learn a wide range of different art & craft techniques and make unique and ambitious artwork that they are always proud to take home. Combining our circus skills workshops, circus show, treasure hunts and party of the last day, it is the fun-filled week bursting with creativity that your child will want to come back to.

Art & Circus holiday camp for children at:
Columbia Primary School, 49-53 Columbia Rd, London E2 7RH
Holy Trinity Primary School, Beechwood Road, London E8 3DY

What to expect, our daily schedule:

8.30 - Early drop off option
9.00 - Children arrive, make a name badge and be put into their bubbles
9.15 - Morning stretching activity - consisting of body movement, mindfulness & breathing exercises and fun dancing games to help prepare everyone for the day
9.30 - First activity - A unique art activity around the current theme
10.30 - First break - Children have a snack and play outdoors
11.00 - Continue with the first art activity
12.00 - Lunch Break - Children eat their lunches* and play games
1.00 - Second art activity - Making the second piece of artwork or learning a circus skill
2.00 - Second break - Children are offered some organic fruit and juice and children can play outdoors
2.30 - Continue with second activity or practice new circus skill
3.15 - End of the day routine - Musical statues to end every day. On the last day of the week, we have a party which includes: obstacle course games, a treasure hunt and prizes for all children!
3.30 - End of day - parents/guardians come and collect their children from the venue
3.45 - Third break - children are able to play games outside on the terrace, draw, play board games and watch 15 minutes of a children’s film for the end of the day.
5.00 - Late pick-up option - parents/guardians come and collect their children from the venue

New exciting themes each week so your child will always be making something unique and fun.

We are committed to creating a space of support and safety - OFSTED registered, all staff have an enhanced DBS, two designed first aiders and several safeguarding leads so you can relax knowing that your child is in safe hands. We accept childcare vouchers from several suppliers to make our camps more accessible.

We looking forward to seeing you soon for some crafty fun!

Email: hello@theartimaginarium.co.uk

If you have been ice skating before - you'll know its one of the coolest ways to enjoy yourself. If you haven't - what are you waiting for?

Whether you're an absolute beginner, extreme sports fanatic or an experienced figure skater, Lee Valley Ice Centre is the ideal place burn off some excess energy. It’s open 7 days a week and offers everything from family skating to nationally recognised competition-level training, as well as an extensive programme of activities including public skating, figure skating, ice-dance, pairs, synchronised skating, ice-hockey and Learn to Skate Courses.

Lee Valley Ice Centre is the regional centre of excellence for ice sports in the south of England.

For more information, opening times and prices, visit www.leevalleypark.org.uk

The Original London Sightseeing Tour provides a great way to travel around London. It is the only sightseeing tour to offer you total choice and flexibility. The Hop-on Hop-off service allows you to board any of our tour routes at over 90 different stops with a commentary in English or a wide choice of other languages. Our Kids' Club provides an educational but fun alternative for 5-12 year olds.

Web: www.theoriginaltour.com

With over 100 years of experience, the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) is a global leader in dance education.

Our Battersea headquarters is home to the RAD Dance School, offering fun, high-quality classes for children, teens and adults.

Whether you're dancing for enjoyment, fitness, or to develop your technique, our full timetable has something for everyone.

Start your dance journey today and explore our classes.

The V&A Museum of Childhood in Bethnal Green, close to the Central line tube station, is home of the national collection of childhood-related objects, spanning the 1600s to the present day. FREE ENTRY. Open 10.00-17.45 daily (last admission 17.30)

The collection includes dolls, dolls' houses, puppets and teddy bears, games, childcare, clothing, furniture and art and photography. In addition, the Museum runs a dynamic programme of temporary exhibitions and displays, a wide variety of activities, events and workshops for families on weekends and during the school holidays.

The Museum aims to encourage everyone to explore the themes of childhood past and present, and to develop an appreciation of creative design through our inspirational collections and varied public programme.

Dedicated children's area with books and tapes for all ages from 0-16. Open 9.30-5pm Monday to Saturday.

E-mail: book.shop@buck.ac.uk

Fun, Friendly & Welcoming Children's Dance Lessons in East London

Adore Dance London "Inspires the Love of Dance" for adults & children in East London with fun & welcoming dance lessons for all abilities and ages, in all styles.

The school is led by principal, Connor Taylor, a world professional Ballet dancer turned multi-qualified IDTA Teacher & BBC/Metro/Independent/Evening Standard featured dance expert.

Email: info@adoredance.london

Children's dance classes covering Hackney Wick, Stratford, Hackney, Bow, Tower Hamlets & Newham

Established for nine years, Toybox offers a professional tailor made service to all our clients. We provide permanent staff for families, nurseries, playschemes and schools, covering Sussex, Surrey and South London as well as having an established emergency staff team for staff sickness and holidays. Overseas positions with families and Mark Warner are available for permanent and temporary assignments. Applicants are personally interviewed, police checked through CRB and all references checked before being sent out on assignments.

A member of the Federation of Small Businesses, Care Standards and Best Bear, we pride ourselves in the quality of our service.

All consultants are trained professionals and most are qualified Nursery Nurse or carers.

Please call:
(01883) 722322 for Sussex, Surrey and London areas.
(020) 8686 1766 for South London area.

Whizz-Kidz is a national charity that improves the quality of life of disabled children and young people up to 18 by providing them with customised mobility equipment such as powered wheelchairs.

We also offer wheelchair skills training, advice and information and campaign to raise awareness of disabled young people's needs. Many of those we help become members of our Kidz Board, acting as our ambassadors and getting involved in projects and events.

Through this support Whizz-Kidz has given nearly 4,000 disabled children and young people the chance to enjoy an independent life at home, at school and at play.

Web: www.whizz-kidz.org.uk

Admission is free, donations are welcome. Goats, Turkeys and a pony roam free. See all kinds of birds. Open every day from 10am-5pm except Mondays. Located in Plashet Park. which als offers tennis courts, a playground and picnic tables, making this an ideal place for a day out.

Sailing, Windsurfing and Multi Activity Courses for ages 8 – 15 at one of the UK’s premier sailing clubs.

Come and join us to gain your RYA windsurfing or sailing qualifications from beginners through to advanced.

Alternatively join one of our multi activity weeks; for 8-10 year olds we run Splash courses which include sailing, kayaking, raft building and team challenges. For the 10-16 year olds we also include windsurfing and knee-boarding.

Courses available on a weekly basis during school holidays and at weekends from April to September. Personal tuition and birthday parties also catered for.

RYA and AALA accredited training centre with fully qualified instructors

Download a brochure from our website or call us 7 days a week on 01784 248881

The Disability Martial Arts Association was sent up in January 2007 We are a wide supporting network for people with disabilities and their families who are or who wish to be involved in martial arts.

We have set up a data base of Martial Arts Academy’s School’s and Club’s in the UK that will teach people with all types of disabilities.

Martial arts classes for children and adults with disabilities

The world's largest observation wheel towers 135 meters above the banks of the Thames allowing bird's eye views over London. On a clear day, you can see all of London's towers and spires and beyond the city 25 miles in each direction.

Web: www.londoneye.com

Both swimming pool and activity parties.