Walhampton Holiday Camps

Easter Holiday Camp

Our Funseekers holiday camp will be running for children in Nursery to Year 8 on weekdays from 31 March 2025 to 4 April and 7 -11 April. More information and sign up will follow but for any queries please contact funseekers@walhampton.com. If parents need to contact Funseekers on the day please use the following numbers:

• Adventurers: 07763611542

• Explorers: 07763611577

• You can still phone the main number 01590 613300 but it may take several minutes to reach the camp staff

Adventurers: Nursery to Year 1 Timetable

Nursery to Year One:

Each day will feature a variety of exciting activities that change daily from 8.30am to 4.30pm, including:

• Foraging adventures

• Art studio creativity

• Outdoor learning & pony care

• Crafting & planting

• Tree climbing & pond dipping

• Cooking & story time

• Free play and rest

In addition to our varied planned activities, we always follow the unique interests and needs of each child, ensuring a personalised experience. Healthy morning and afternoon snacks will be provided daily to keep your child energised.

Drop-off and pick-up: Pre-Prep

Explorers: Year 2 to Year 8 Timetable

Timetable for the weeks: Our themed days will combine creative crafting and outdoor play, with highlights including:

• Monday, March 31: Outdoor Classroom Fun

• Tuesday, April 1: Trip to Marwell Zoo

• Wednesday, April 2: Trip to the cinema (Snow White) & outdoor play

• Thursday, April 3: Easter Crafts & Chocolate Workshop with Miss Witt

• Friday, April 4: Trip to the Solent Sea Wall for bird watching & Nature Activities

• Monday, April 7: Team Games

• Tuesday, April 8: Trip to Moors Valley

• Wednesday, April 9: Trip to Exbury Gardens

• Thursday, April 10: Easter Crafts & Chocolate Workshop with Miss Witt

• Friday, April 11: Trip to Hurst Spit and Lighthouse & Nature Activities

In case of poor weather, we will have indoor games such as basketball, dodgeball, badminton and the human knot challenge. Additionally, over the course of the two weeks, children will be divided into small groups and given the chance to paint large wooden eggs to be displayed along the fence-line of the school as part of the Easter festivities. 

Healthy morning and afternoon snacks will be provided daily but please provide a packed lunch (nut free).

NOTICE: There is now a change in sign-in and pick-up location for the Explorers from the Middles Gate to the Main Front Hall. Starting this Easter Holiday, please use this new location for all pick-ups and drop-offs.

Pricing
(All entry fees, and workshops are included in the price for camp)

• 1-3 days: £60 per day

• 4-7 days: £55 per day

• 8 or more days: £50 per day

• Same  day sibling sign-ups: second child is given a 20% discount, third child is given a 40% discount

• Fee will be applied for late pick-up

• Payment will be required in advance to secure your place via bank transfer (details shared upon booking confirmation). We also accept childcare vouchers. VAT does not apply to this portion of camp.

What to bring (all days):

• Water bottle

• Sun screen and sun hat on sunny days

• Warm coat (preferably waterproof)

• Waterproof trousers

• Wellies or a change of shoes for outdoor play

• Warm hat

• Small back pack to carry items while out on day trips 

• A wholesome, nut-free packed lunch. To keep them energised throughout the day, we will provide healthy morning and afternoon snacks.

Bikeability

Hampshire County Council will be running Learn to ride and Level 1 (both Year 3+) as well as Level 2 (Year 5+) cycling courses here at Walhampton on Wednesday 16th April. Learn to Ride and Level 1 run for 1.5 hours whilst Level 2 is a 6 hour course. The sessions are funded by HCC and just require a £5 admin fee. Further information and sign up is available HERE.