Our Summerstock theme brings the ultimate festival of fun to the summer school holidays! From slip ’n slides and forest trails to glitter tattoos and dance-offs, it’s everything the summer holidays should be and, our crew are the secret ingredient that makes Holiday Club unforgettable!

Across Greenbank Preparatory School, Cheadle Catholic Infant School and Ladybrook Primary School in Stockport, this wonderful team will be bringing the summer holidays to life for children aged 3–11 years old.

Let’s meet the dream team making this all happen...

 

The Captains

 



Every summer festival needs someone making sure the bunting is flying, the crew tents are ready and everyone feels welcome. Our Captains keep the bigger picture running smoothly across all venues while making sure every child feels safe, settled and ready for adventure.

Sophie

Founder of Practically Family and Chief Summer Memory Maker. Sophie is a qualified teacher with a huge imagination and an even bigger love for wild adventures, campfire stories and the kind of childhood summers that stay with you forever. Usually found keeping everything ticking along, armed with suncream, bottles of water and a head full of wonderfully bonkers ideas.

Grant

Grounded, approachable and brilliantly calm. Grant is a qualified Early Years practitioner and natural leader who helps children feel instantly settled and confident. A semi-professional basketball player with serious skills on the court, he somehow still finds time to join in the football matches, inflatable chaos and DJ the discos!

 

The Crew Leaders

Our Crew Leaders are the ones shaping the days, guiding the adventures and making sure the magic moves from one activity to the next.

 



 

Alex T

Big-kid energy and resident comedian, Alex T can turn even the simplest game into the highlight of the day. A qualified primary school teacher, he instinctively knows how to engage children and keep the atmosphere full of laughter, teamwork and joy.

Ashlyn

Sporty, sociable and always ready with a high five or a hula hoop. Ashlyn brings infectious energy to every activity and is especially loved by children who like to keep moving, climbing, running and joining in every game possible.

Sarah
Calm, nurturing and wonderfully observant. Drawing on her EYFS qualification Sarah brings balance to the group, supporting emotional wellbeing and helping children settle, regulate and feel at ease within their Crew.

Shaz

Football superstar and qualified sports coach. Kind, funny and full of banter, Shaz brings team spirit and huge energy to Club. Expect all-Club tournaments, races across the field and imaginative use of football cones!

 



 

Selo

Our qualified EYFS wizard who is simultaneously building a school in Sierra Leone! Creative, energetic and endlessly kind, Selo helps our youngest Clubbers feel safe, confident and ready to explore everything Club has to offer.

Emily E

An Early Years teacher and qualified Zumba instructor, which probably explains why Emily is always smiling and bringing lovely energy wherever she goes. Creative, thoughtful and brilliantly fun, she’s often found leading crafty creations, dance-offs and feel-good moments throughout the day.

Ellie Y

Friendly, creative and full of positivity. A qualified primary school teacher and EYFS practitioner, Ellie brings warmth and encouragement to every activity, from crafty afternoons to village fête-style games on the field.

Jacob

Energetic, enthusiastic and currently training to become a teacher. Jacob thrives in active games and team challenges, bringing encouragement and positivity to every corner of Club.

 

The Crew Mates

Our Crew Mates are right there in the thick of it all, cheering children on, joining the games, helping with crafts and making every child feel part of the summer fun.

 



 

Matthew

Energetic, kind and always up for an outdoor adventure. A rugby fan and qualified primary school teacher, Matthew brings warmth, curiosity and lots of momentum to team games and wild exploring.

Ellie W

A little lightning bolt of energy! Ellie is caring, creative and always ready to throw herself into the fun. As a qualified nurse, she brings reassurance as well as brilliant silliness, the perfect combination for Holiday Club.

Thomas

Kind, funny and wonderfully calm. Thomas has a lovely way of helping children feel comfortable and included, whether they’re joining a football game or enjoying a quieter moment away from the hustle and bustle.

India

Future scientist in the making! Clever, kind and able to speak fluent Spanish, India is currently studying a Masters in Chemistry. She brings curiosity, calmness and thoughtfulness to Club, especially during creative experiments and messy play moments.

 



 

Livia

Creative, silly and proudly still a big kid at heart. Livia is training to become a physiotherapist and brings lots of fun, imagination and playfulness, exactly the sort of person you’d want on your team for an obstacle race.

Olivia

Friendly, fun and incredibly kind. Olivia is also a semi-professional rugby player, bringing confidence, teamwork and heaps of encouragement to children throughout the day.

Siphara

Gentle, arty and full of empathy. Siphara shines during creative activities, storytelling and quieter moments, especially with children who enjoy calmer styles of play.

Emma

Caring, calm and quietly brilliant at creating WOW moments. Emma studies mechanical engineering at university and loves inventive builds, problem-solving and hands-on activities that make children stop and say “HOW did you do that?!”

 



 

Rory

Calm, supportive and quietly confident. A footballer at FC United, Rory is fantastic at helping children feel settled and included, whether they’re joining a match or trying something new.

Jiwon

Always smiling and brilliantly resourceful, Jiwon loves solving problems and getting stuck into anything creative. If something needs fixing or figuring out, chances are Jiwon will already be one step ahead!

Delyth

Kind, caring and full of fun. As a drama teacher, Delyth has a wonderful knack for bringing stories to life and encouraging children to step into magical worlds of make-believe.

Stacey

EYFS qualified, warm, organised and quietly brilliant at keeping everything ticking along. Stacey is a reassuring presence that the children naturally gravitate towards.

Alex M

If there's face paint involved, Alex is never far away! Creative, adventurous and happiest with a paintbrush in hand, he's always ready to transform little faces into roaring tigers, magical unicorns or anything in between.

Flora

Our little chatterbox – forever happy to answer all the ‘WHY?’ questions at club. Flora is super bright and is training to be a doctor! She’s also done Camp America so feel free to say Howdy!

 



 

Areej
Compassionate, adventurous and determined. From building incredible LEGO creations to dreaming up imaginative challenges, Areej loves encouraging children to think differently and have a go.

Katie
Chatty, bubbly and always up for a singalong. Whether there's music playing, games to lead or laughs to be had, Katie brings feel-good energy and the best tunes, wherever she goes.

Kyra
Calm, relaxed and quietly brilliant. Kyra loves technology and problem-solving, and puts that to good use helping children build, create and discover new things together.

Abigail
Sporty, bubbly and always ready to roll up her sleeves. Whether she's joining in energetic games or chatting while decorating biscuits, Abigail brings warmth, enthusiasm and lots of smiles.

Lizzie
Made for the stage, full of energy and always ready to put on a show. Having toured in theatre productions, Lizzie brings confidence, imagination and a touch of theatre magic to everything she does.

Evie B
Creative, determined and happiest when things get wonderfully messy. From baking creations to sensory play, Evie encourages children to dive in, get stuck in and enjoy every squelchy, sticky minute.

Moira
Kind, patient and wonderfully reassuring. Moira brings experience and care to every interaction, making her a comforting presence for children of all ages.

Ruby
Our very own Actor Queen! Calm, creative and full of fun, Ruby loves bringing imagination to life through drama, storytelling and games that encourage every child to take centre stage.

Olivia

Kind, fun and wonderfully encouraging. As a talented diver, Olivia is no stranger to taking the plunge, whether that's trying something new herself or cheering children on as they build confidence and have a go.

 

The Crew Cadets

Our Cadets may be the youngest members of the team, bringing huge amounts of enthusiasm, relatability and fun to Summerstock.

 



 

Poppy

Bubbly, warm and full of joy. As a talented dancer, Poppy brings that little bit of awe to Club; children absolutely love copying her moves during discos, performances and talent show moments.

Chloe

Warm, energetic and brilliant at building confidence in others. Chloe encourages children to join in, have a go and enjoy every moment.

Nevaeh

Creative and thoughtful, Nevaeh shines during storytelling, crafts and imaginative play.

Skye

Bright, positive and full of enthusiasm. Skye brings smiles, momentum and lots of encouragement to group activities.

Erin

Calm, caring and wonderfully attentive. Erin is brilliant at spotting quieter moments and helping children feel reassured and included.

 



 

Zara

A football wizard with a super caring side too. Zara plays for Wythenshawe FC and brings sporty energy, kindness and encouragement to every game and activity she joins.

Daisy
Gentle, kind and creative. Daisy brings a soft, nurturing energy to calmer play and connection through her love of drama and dance.

Evie P
Bubbly, creative and full of energy. A talented dancer with a party trick that involves doing a Mexican wave with her eyebrows (!), Evie is guaranteed to bring smiles wherever she goes.

Shayna
Creative, sporty and always ready to get involved. Whether she's helping with crafts, joining in games or sharing her rather unusual love of broccoli and ketchup, Shayna brings kindness and enthusiasm to every day at Club.

 

Ready for a Summer of Festival Fun?

There’s music, laughter, and muddy knees. There’s teamwork, friendship, and the freedom to be completely, gloriously themselves. Whether your child’s the leader of the pack, the dreamer in the den or the one perfecting their cartwheel on the grass, there’s a place for everyone under the Practically Family festival flag.

We can’t wait to welcome old families, new families, siblings, cousins and friends across all three Holiday Club venues in Stockport.

Want to book your child’s place? Discover more here and book!

Bring on the sunshine!