Holiday clubs, sometimes referred to as summer holiday clubs or school holiday childcare programs, are structured childcare options that run during school breaks. These clubs offer a safe, fun, and educational environment for children, especially helpful for working parents needing reliable care during the summer holidays.
For families with younger children (ages 0–5), early years holiday clubs, like those offered at Hatching Dragons, provide an ideal blend of fun, care, and learning continuity during the break.
Long summer holidays can disrupt a young child’s routine and lead to boredom, regression in learning, or separation anxiety when returning to school. Summer childcare plays a key role in supporting emotional wellbeing, development, and school readiness.
Parents often tell us how helpful it is that their child can stay in a familiar setting with trusted educators over the summer.
Choosing the right summer childcare option can feel overwhelming. To help, here’s a quick checklist of what to look for in a high-quality holiday club:
Looking for Mandarin-English activities for your preschooler? Explore Hatching Dragons’ Summer Holiday Club
At Hatching Dragons, our Summer Holiday Club is more than childcare, it's an immersive learning experience wrapped in play.
We continue our Mandarin-English immersion approach throughout the summer to help children retain and develop their bilingual skills in a fun, informal way. Activities are carefully designed to weave both languages into everyday experiences, whether it’s cooking, singing, storytelling or outdoor adventures.
Each week has a different theme tied to cultural traditions or global stories, such as:
Our parent app keeps families in the loop with photos, progress notes, and language milestones, so you stay connected even while you’re working.
Many parents wonder whether their 30 hours of free childcare can be used during the summer holidays, and the short answer is: yes, but with conditions.
At Hatching Dragons, we help parents understand how to make the most of their hours year-round, including in our summer programs. If you’re unsure how this applies to your situation, feel free to get in touch.
We believe learning should be joyful, and our holiday clubs are packed with fun, themed activities that promote curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
Here’s a look at what a week in our Summer Holiday Club might include:
Day |
Theme |
Activity Example |
Monday |
Mandarin Monday |
Mandarin storytime + Chinese calligraphy art |
Tuesday |
Nature & Eco Explorers |
Outdoor nature trail + leaf-print painting |
Wednesday |
World Festival Day |
Mini dragon dance + international dress-up parade |
Thursday |
Little Chefs |
Make dumplings + food vocabulary in Mandarin |
Friday |
Water & Sensory Play |
Water table + Mandarin words for weather and colors |
All our activities are designed with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) in mind and adapted to support bilingual learning.
Can my 2-year-old join a summer holiday club?
Yes! We offer tailored programs for children aged 0–5, with separate activities for toddlers and preschoolers.
Is food included in the holiday program?
Yes, our nurseries provide nutritious, child-friendly meals. Allergies and dietary preferences are always taken into account.
How far in advance should I book?
Spaces fill up quickly, especially in July and August. We recommend booking at least 4–6 weeks in advance to secure your preferred dates, register now to avoid missing out.
What should I pack for my child?
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Let your child learn, play, and grow this summer, all while immersed in a rich, multilingual environment.