A Day at Playscheme
The University of Cambridge Holiday Playscheme (UCHP) environment is busy and vibrant, because we believe that every child needs to play, laugh, learn and discover each day they are with us.
We believe that all children and young people need to play. We think that every day, they should have the chance to be creative, to laugh and to discover new things. We encourage free flow play and give the children the opportunity to make their own decisions on how to spend their day.
UCHP days are packed with engaging activities – whether your child enjoys getting creative with arts and crafts, exploring their baking skills, playing team games or getting messy with sensory activities, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
You can watch a tour of UCHP below
What does a Playscheme day look like?
- Morning Drop-Off & Registration (08:15 - 09:00)
Parents drop their children off at the beginning of the session, where they are welcomed by our friendly, experienced Playworkers.
- First Activity and Free Play (09:00 - 10:00)
The first of our three scheduled activities begins. This is an opportunity for the children to engage in something together and make new friends right at the start of the day!
- Morning Snack (10:00 - 10:30)
We provide a healthy snack, consisting of fruit or vegetables and something to recharge their energy levels.
- Outside run around (10:30 - 11:00)
We encourage the children at Playscheme to take part in group games or simply enjoy being active in the outside space.
- Second Activity and Free Play (11:00 - 12:30)
Children can look forward to taking part in a sporty activity, playing role play games with their friends or trying a new skill.
- Lunchtime (12:30 - 13:00)
A chance to refuel, chat with new friends and relax before the afternoon sessions begin. Lunches need to be provided by parents and must be healthy and nut-free. Please also provide a refillable water bottle.
- Outside run around (13:00 - 13:30)
Playing outside and being active will encourage the children’s imaginations to soar and improve the friendships they have been building in the morning!
- Third Activity and Free Play (13:30 - 15:00)
This is the longest activity session, so children can get ready to bake a tasty treat, get stuck into building something exciting or start developing a new skill.
- Afternoon Snack (15:00 - 15:30)
The final snack time of the day, provided to give the children the final boost of energy to make the most of the last of the day.
- Final outside run around (15:30 - 16:00)
The final run around of the day helps children to reset before winding down for the day.
- Free play & end of day games (16:00 - 17:45)
The day ends with relaxed, fun group games before heading inside to get ready for home time.