The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme
Free holiday activities and food for eligible children in Oxfordshire.
The Holiday Activities and Food programme (HAF) is a Department for Education-funded programme that provides free holiday clubs for pupils in reception to year 11 who receive benefits-related free school meals. It is also available to a small number of vulnerable children who would benefit from attending and who are referred to us by their school, family help practitioner, or social worker.
The camps will take place across Oxfordshire over the long summer, winter and spring holidays. HAF does not take place during half-term holidays.
Bookings for the winter 2026 programme will open around 10 November.
Importance of the programme
The Holiday Activities and Food programme is designed to ensure children and young people reach physical activity guidelines and develop their skills and knowledge.
It also provides them access to nutritious food and improves their understanding and awareness of healthy eating, healthy lifestyles and positive behaviours.