There are places still available on the Holiday Activities and Food programme

Devon County Council have still got some places left on their Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme this summer, and have the extended eligibility criteria.

HAF is a Government-funded programme to provide activities and nutritional meals during the holidays to children aged five to 16 years old who receive benefits-related free school meals. 

But because they had places and funding still available, they have extended the criteria to include children in that age group who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), children in care or who have been in care, or young carers.

They have heard back from ten parents so far  whose children have just attended, and they all rated the scheme as excellent!

From arts and crafts workshops to sports tournaments and outdoor activities, the programme is designed to keep children engaged, active, and well-nourished during the school break. All clubs will be operating for a minimum of four hours  and will include a hot meal.  They have also increased the number of places for secondary school aged children, with some sessions taking place during the evenings and at weekends.

Simply search for a provider in your area using the interactive map on our website see what they’re offering, and book a place directly using your unique HAF code or by letting them know that you are asking for an extended criteria place.