Best Half-Term & Summer Day Camps in West London

Planning a trip to London with kids or looking for the best day camps in Chelsea, Kensington, Notting Hill, Knightsbridge, and Fulham? Whether you're a London parent or visiting from the US and want an enriching camp experience for your child while exploring Europe, this guide covers top-rated holiday camps offering sports, arts, STEM, and more. From summer to half-term camps, find the perfect place for your little one to learn, play, and make new friends in London.

Here’s a guide to some of the best camps in the area:

Creative & Performing Arts Camps

🎭 Perform (Ages 4 - 7 years, 10a-3p) – A dynamic drama, dance, and singing camp that boosts confidence and creativity in young performers. Perfect for kids who love storytelling and role-playing.

🩰 Kensington Ballet (Ages 3 - 5.5 years; 9a-12p) - A charming ballet camp offering structured yet playful classes with a creative element, helping young dancers develop grace, coordination, and confidence. This is great for anyone looking for a morning option with a mix of creativity and movement!

🪩 Dakoda Dance Academy (Ages 4 - 15 years; 9:30a-3:30p) – An immersive performing arts camps, combining dance, singing, acting, and arts & crafts to foster creativity and skill development. Camp themes include Broadway Bound, where kids participate in acting, singing, and stagecraft workshops leading to a final performance; Disney-Themed Camps, featuring choreography, singing, and reenactments of Disney scenes; and a Taylor Swift-Inspired Workshop, focusing on dance routines and lyric-based acting. These camps provide a fun, engaging environment where children build confidence, teamwork, and performance skills.

💃 Petite Performers (Ages 3 - 8 years; 9a-1p) – A lovely introduction to ballet, drama, hip-hop, and tap for younger children, encouraging movement and imagination.

🖌️ The Art House (Ages 3 - 8 years; 10-12p or 1-3p) – A vibrant unique space for little artists to explore painting, drawing, and sculpture with guidance from experienced instructors.

🎨 Rays of Art London (Ages 3 - 8 years; 9a-1p) - Depi, the heart of Rays of Art London, is truly one of a kind. She brings so much warmth, patience, and enthusiasm to every class, making art an exciting and safe space for children to express themselves. Her genuine love for teaching and creativity shines through, and our girls absolutely adore her!

🪵 Girlguiding - Rainbows (Ages 4 -7 years) – Girlguiding is the UK’s largest charity dedicated to girls and young women, offering them a space to have fun, learn new skills, and develop confidence. It is part of a worldwide movement similar to the Girl Scouts in the US. Although they currently do not offer holiday camps, they may in the future - check their website for updates!

🌳 Little Wild Things (Forest School) (Ages 1 - 6 years; 2.5-5 hours/day) - A nature-based camp that gets children outdoors, exploring woodlands, learning survival skills, and embracing adventure. Experience the essence of forest school in London's stunning parks – from Battersea to Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, and Fulham Palace. Join Rosy, a certified teacher, for nature and art camps that blend creativity with the great outdoors.

Sports, Active & Yoga Camps

🎾 Teddy Tennis (Ages 2 - 7 years; 1 hour) – Teddy Tennis is a fun, active program designed to introduce young children (typically ages 2-6) to tennis through games, songs, and stories. It focuses on developing motor skills, coordination, and teamwork while engaging kids in a playful environment. The program uses age-appropriate equipment and aims to foster a love for tennis and physical activity from an early age.

🏃‍♂️ Tarka (Ages 3 - 7; 10a-2p) – A mix of obstacle courses, team games, and sports challenges designed to boost coordination and confidence.

🏋️‍♀️ Nile Wilson Gymnastics (Ages 4 - 5+; 9:30a-12:30p or 9:30a-4:30p) – A fantastic camp led by Olympic gymnast Nile Wilson, where kids can develop flexibility, strength, and acrobatic skills.

🏑 Hyde Park Sports (Ages 5 - 6 years; 9-10a or 12-1p for Mini Tennis Camps / Ages 5 - 14 years; 9a-2p for Multi-Sports Camp) - A multi-sports camp offering tennis, football, and other outdoor activities in the beautiful surroundings of Hyde Park. The camps are designed for all skill levels, with each day focusing on different sports, along with team-building games. Experienced coaches ensure a safe, inclusive environment where kids can explore and enjoy multiple sports.

🧘🏻‍♀️ Kalmer Kids (Ages 3 - 7 years; 9a-2p) – Teaching mindfulness techniques to nurture emotional well-being in families through activities like movement, meditation, and gratitude practices, the program teaches kids to manage emotions, reduce anxiety, and improve focus. Their approach is screen-free and encourages kids to practice mindfulness independently. Kalmer Kids aims to equip families with tools for better emotional health and well-being. For example, in last summer’s camp, Kalmer Kids organised a camp with each day dedicated to exploring a specific emotion. The theme-focused approach helped children understand and manage their feelings through mindful activities, encouraging emotional awareness and growth. Natasha and her team create a warm, welcoming environment for kids, and is highly regarded for their personal touch and commitment to the camp’s success.

All-Day Camps for Busy Parents

These camps focus on providing basic, accessible experiences with core activities like sports, outdoor adventures, and arts & crafts. They do not include luxury amenities or specialiaed programs. Typically, these camps operate with larger groups and fewer staff per camper, which helps keep costs lower compared to pricier camps that offer more personalised attention, exclusive locations, and specialised instructors.

🌟 Junior Adventures Group (Ages 3 -1 1 years; All Day Options) – JAG offers a fantastic balance of sports, creative projects, and team-building activities, making it a well-rounded experience for your child. While it's not a luxurious camp, the staff are dedicated to ensuring your child’s safety and cleanliness. After discussing my concerns with the lead at the Bousfield Primary in Chelsea location, Charelle, about the mixed age group of 3-11-year-olds, I felt completely reassured. She explained that they organize the children by age group based on attendance. It’s an excellent option for working families: 8:30a-6p!

🌟 Activ Camps (Ages 4 - 14 years; All Day Options) – A high-energy camp with outdoor adventures, sports, and games that keep kids moving and engaged. Compared to JAG, Active Camps are more focused on sports and physical activities as they provide a range of outdoor and indoor activities like football, tennis, swimming, and various adventure activities. Similar to JAG, they offer all-day options: 8:30a-6p!

🌟 Super Camps (Ages 4 - 14 years; All Day Options) – Offers a diverse range of activities, from Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) workshops to arts and sports, ensuring kids stay entertained. Super Camps run at Kensington Prep and Brighton College in the SW London area. Overall, they follow the same concept of providing a fun and engaging experience without the added luxury features that can drive up costs.

STEM & Learning-Focused Camps

🔬 Little House of Science (Ages 4 - 7 years; 9:30a-3:30p) – Perfect for budding scientists, this camp introduces exciting experiments, engineering projects, and hands-on discovery. The science camp is held in two conference rooms, each with 30 children and 10 teachers. Kids enjoy demonstrations followed by hands-on activities at round tables. Bathroom breaks are managed in small groups, and parents can provide a pickup code or have names recorded. The children are actively engaged, and the company also runs science clubs at Glendower and Wetherby, both of which are highly regarded schools.

🌱 Growing Space (Ages 17 months - 4 years; 50 minutes; 4+ years; 10a-2p)– A nature and gardening-based camp that teaches kids about plants, sustainability, and the environment in a fun, hands-on way.

➗ The London School of Mathematics and Programming (Ages 4 - 18 years; 9-12p or 1-4p) - These Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) camps are available both online and in-person, covering various topics like mathematical problem-solving, robotics, and programming. Camps are held across different locations in London, including Kensington, Hampstead, and Queen’s Gate. Each camp focuses on engaging children with exciting projects and new content.

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As you can see, West London has a lot of camps to suit different interests, from budding scientists to future athletes and little artists. Whether you're looking for a morning activity or a full-day program, this area has fantastic options to keep kids entertained and engaged.

Which camp are you considering for your child? Do you have any questions? Comment below! Or if you’re interested in a phone consultation about the best camp for your child this year, contact me here!