HAF - Holiday activities and food programme

Children on benefits-related free school meals are eligible for a free place at a HAF holiday club during the Easter, summer and Christmas school holidays.

HAF clubs provide free fun activities and a healthy meal for eligible children, including children with SEND or additional needs.

Bookings for summer 2025 will open on Monday, 23 June 2025.

HAF is funded by the Department for Education

Information for parents and carers - learn more about HAF

See if your child can get free school meals

Check if you can access funded childcare

Find information and advice on all aspects of family life

Find emergency help with food

Help with the cost of living

Discover fun events and activities happening in Bradford District, many of them free

Learn how to become a HAF holiday club provider

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Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Annual Report 2023