HAPpy Camps

Hertfordshire’s Holiday Activity and Food Programme (known locally as HAPpy) runs during the Spring, Summer and Winter holidays.

The next HAPpy programme will take place in Summer 2026.

Booking instructions will be shared with eligible families after the May half-term break.

We are still planning the summer HAPpy offer. Details of camps and activities will be avaliable when bookings open at the end of June.

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School age children from Reception to Year 11 who are in receipt of benefits related free school meals (BR-FSM) are eligible to attend HAPpy Camps.

To ensure you receive the booking instructions in good time, please ensure that your child has been registered for benefits related free school meals (BR-FSM) on the Hertfordshire County Council website. Cick here to register for FSM.

HAPpy Camps provide a range of fun experiences, including physical activity, enrichment, a healthy meal and snacks for eligible children.

These camps are for children aged 4-16 (reception to year 11) who are registered to receive benefits-related free school meals. Your school will provide a booking code up to six weeks before the HAPpy camps open.

You can find answers to Frequently Asked Questions here - HAPpy FAQs for parents

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