Practically Family is proud to be a trusted provider for the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme in Stockport.
We offer eligible children the chance to experience our Holiday Clubs, full of adventure, creativity and friendship, in a safe, welcoming environment where every child can feel included and thrive.
What is the HAF Programme?
The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme is a government-funded initiative providing free holiday club places for children who receive benefits-related free school meals.
The aim is simple; to make sure children can enjoy happy, active and enriching school holidays.
The aim is simple; to make sure children can enjoy happy, active and enriching school holidays.
How Practically Family Delivers HAF
At Practically Family, HAF sessions are designed to feel just like any other day at our Holiday Club, because every child deserves the same experience.
Held at all of our Holiday Clubs, eligible children can attend 4 sessions, 9am–3pm. While the HAF programme funds up to 16 hours of provision per week, we extend this by offering an additional 8 hours free of charge, so children can enjoy the full Holiday Club day alongside their peers.
Held at all of our Holiday Clubs, eligible children can attend 4 sessions, 9am–3pm. While the HAF programme funds up to 16 hours of provision per week, we extend this by offering an additional 8 hours free of charge, so children can enjoy the full Holiday Club day alongside their peers.
During their time with us, children can expect:
- Themed activity days
- Outdoor adventures and forest play
- Sports, games and challenges
- Creative crafts
- Opportunities to explore, build confidence and make new friends
- We also provide a healthy lunch and snacks as part of the programme
HAF Availability
We’re proud to offer HAF places at selected Holiday Clubs throughout the year. As availability can vary each holiday, we always share the most up-to-date information on which Clubs are running HAF sessions via the official HAF platform.
If you don’t see your preferred venue or dates listed, it simply means HAF isn’t running at that particular club, but our full Holiday Club programme will still be available to book.
If you don’t see your preferred venue or dates listed, it simply means HAF isn’t running at that particular club, but our full Holiday Club programme will still be available to book.
How to Book HAF Places
Eligible families will receive information directly from their school or local authority ahead of each school holiday.
Bookings are made through the official HAF platform: holidayactivities.com
Once registered, simply:
Bookings are made through the official HAF platform: holidayactivities.com
Once registered, simply:
- 1. Search for Practically Family
- 2. Choose your preferred venue and dates
- 3. Select your sessions
- 4. Add your code
- 5. Confirm your booking
Our team will then take care of the rest.
Why Families Choose Practically Family
We understand that school holidays can feel like a juggling act.
That’s why our Holiday Clubs are designed to be flexible and family-friendly and engaging for all interests and personalities. Set in a safe and structured environment and well-supported by our qualified and enthusiastic team, we’re proud to be trusted by local schools, families and the wider community and to play a part in making school holidays something children genuinely look forward to.
That’s why our Holiday Clubs are designed to be flexible and family-friendly and engaging for all interests and personalities. Set in a safe and structured environment and well-supported by our qualified and enthusiastic team, we’re proud to be trusted by local schools, families and the wider community and to play a part in making school holidays something children genuinely look forward to.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if there are no spaces available?
Our HAF sessions can fill up quickly. If your preferred dates are fully booked, we recommend joining the waiting list via the HAF platform. Spaces do occasionally become available and we’ll always do our best to accommodate where we can.
Will my child be treated differently if they attend through HAF?
Not at all. Joining through HAF doesn’t mean a different experience, it means being part of everything we do. Our Holiday Clubs are built around choice and variety, inclusive, child-led play, a supportive, experienced team and a warm, welcoming environment. From the moment they arrive, children are part of the Practically Family Crew.
What should my child bring?
We’ll provide details ahead of your booking, but generally children should come dressed for the weather, ready to play and with anything they need for a busy, active day. All snacks and a healthy lunch will be provided as part of the programme.
Can I book additional sessions outside of HAF?
Yes, absolutely! If you’d like your child to attend additional sessions beyond their funded hours, these can be booked separately (subject to availability).
How do I make changes or cancel my booking?
This is handled directly through the HAF platform holidayactivities.com
Our HAF sessions can fill up quickly. If your preferred dates are fully booked, we recommend joining the waiting list via the HAF platform. Spaces do occasionally become available and we’ll always do our best to accommodate where we can.
Will my child be treated differently if they attend through HAF?
Not at all. Joining through HAF doesn’t mean a different experience, it means being part of everything we do. Our Holiday Clubs are built around choice and variety, inclusive, child-led play, a supportive, experienced team and a warm, welcoming environment. From the moment they arrive, children are part of the Practically Family Crew.
What should my child bring?
We’ll provide details ahead of your booking, but generally children should come dressed for the weather, ready to play and with anything they need for a busy, active day. All snacks and a healthy lunch will be provided as part of the programme.
Can I book additional sessions outside of HAF?
Yes, absolutely! If you’d like your child to attend additional sessions beyond their funded hours, these can be booked separately (subject to availability).
How do I make changes or cancel my booking?
This is handled directly through the HAF platform holidayactivities.com
Ready to Book?
If your child is eligible, we’d love to welcome them to Practically Family.
Practically Family
07939 942334 (during Holiday Club weeks only)
