Northamptonshire Holiday Activity & Food Programme

Following a Summer of HAF funded fun and activity, HAF Northants will return for the Winter School holidays! The programme will run across the whole county from Monday 23rd December 2024 - Friday 3rd January 2025 (Selected dates). HAF Northants delivers funded school holiday clubs with healthy meals for young people aged 5-16 years in Northamptonshire. If your family receives benefits-related free school meals, you might be eligible for HAF Northants.

Children exercising

About The Programme

The government's Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme is running across England this year. HAF offers funded school holiday clubs including food for children and young people.

Here in Northamptonshire the Holiday Activities and Food programme is known as - HAF Northants. The team delivering HAF Northants is Northamptonshire Sport. Using their understanding of activities and fun things to do in Northamptonshire (sport and more) they have handpicked a directory of enriching activities.

The HAF programme has the support of some high-profile people, probably best-known is Marcus Rashford MBE, here Marcus helps to spread the word about HAF.

Frequently Asked Questions

HAF Northants Q&A

Are my children eligible for the programme?

To be eligible for funded places your child must be aged from 4 to 16 years old, in reception to year 11 (inclusive) and be in receipt of benefits-related free school meals.

What's included in HAF Northants?

Each eligible child or young person will be able to access 4 days provision per week. Each provider will offer:

  • One meal during the session
  • Enjoyable activities. These vary from provider to provider but may include creative, enriching or physical activities
  • Socialising and friendly spaces to build relationships
  • Guidance and signposting for parents and carers to support your family

My school hasn't sent me a voucher – what do I do ?

Please contact your school to enquire as to whether they have ordered their vouchers yet and if you have been included. If you are unsuccessful or need additional help please contact haf@northamptonshiresport.org.

How do I register for HAF?

If you believe you are eligible for HAF, please speak to your school. Schools are responsible for the distribution of HAF vouchers to their eligible students. We do also work with other organisations across the county who can order vouchers for individuals who use their services. To find out more please contact HAF@northamptonshiresport.org

Register Now And Book Your Place

To book your HAF places, please click the button below.