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 Reception to year 11 pupils in receipt of benefits-related free school meals. It is also available for a small number of vulnerable children 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.
Winter holiday 2025
The next HAF activities will take place during the Winter holidays when parents will be able to book up to 4 days for each eligible child. Bookings are expected to open on 8 November. Please book early before all the places are taken.
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.
Book onto the Oxfordshire Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme