Holiday Club & Sports Camp in Darlington at Hummersknott Academy
ALP Active provide a fun, safe and affordable holiday club & sports camp in Darlington for children during every school holiday. Based at Hummersknott Academy, our popular holiday club has been running successfully since 2012 and has grown year on year to become one of the leading children’s holiday club & sports camp in Darlington and the surrounding areas.
Our holiday club offers high-quality childcare, engaging activities and a friendly environment where children can stay active, make friends and enjoy their school holidays.
Book Our Darlington Holiday Club
All information about our holiday club can be found below, including times, prices and activities. To secure your child’s place, please log in or register via our online booking platform.
If you would like more information about our holiday clubs in Darlington, you can also contact us directly:
Email: enquiries@alpactive.org.uk
Phone: 07785 310214
Drop-Off, Pick-Up & Arrival Information
Parents and carers should park in the main car park at Hummersknott Academy. Children should be dropped off and collected from the dining hall fire exit (white doors).
If you need to collect your child early, please inform one of our coaches on arrival so arrangements can be made.
Age Groups & Supervision
Children attending our Darlington holiday club are placed into groups based on similar ages and interests. Each group is led by a dedicated head coach, who plans daily activities tailored to the group to ensure every child is engaged, active and having fun.
Siblings and friends can stay together where possible—just speak to our coaching team at drop-off and we will accommodate this where it is safe to do so.
Holiday Club Times & Prices
Our holiday club prices are flexible to suit working families. Discounts are available for full-week bookings and siblings.
Daily Prices
- 8:30am – 4:00pm: £18.75
- 8:30am – 5:30pm: £22.50
- 10:00am – 4:00pm: £15.00
- 10:00am – 5:30pm: £18.75
5-Day Week (5 days for the price of 4)
- 8:30am – 4:00pm: £75.00
- 8:30am – 5:30pm: £90.00
- 10:00am – 4:00pm: £60.00
- 10:00am – 5:30pm: £75.00
4-Day Bank Holiday Week (4 days for the price of 3½)
- 8:30am – 4:00pm: £65.64
- 8:30am – 5:30pm: £78.76
- 10:00am – 4:00pm: £52.52
- 10:00am – 5:30pm: £65.64
Sibling Discount: Additional siblings receive 25% off.
What Children Need to Bring
To ensure your child is prepared for a fun-filled day at our Darlington holiday club, please bring:
- A packed lunch
- A drinks bottle
- Suitable clothing for indoor and outdoor activities
- Swimming kit (optional, if swimming is scheduled)
Activities at Our Darlington Holiday Club
Activities at ALP Active Holiday Clubs are varied, engaging and adapted daily based on facilities, weather and group preferences. Popular activities include:
- Swimming
- Dodgeball
- Football
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Gymnastics
- Dance
- Talent shows
- Capture the Flag
- Arts and crafts
We also run special event days throughout the holidays, offering children something extra to look forward to. These are announced on our social media pages in the weeks leading up to each holiday club.
Stay Updated
Follow us on social media to keep up to date with holiday club news, special events and announcements:
- Facebook: ALP Active Hummersknott
- Instagram: @hummersknottalp_active
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a holiday club or a sports camp?
Our programme combines both. ALP Active runs a holiday club in Darlington that also operates as a sports camp, offering a balance of structured sports, active games and creative activities throughout the school holidays.
Is the sports camp suitable for children who are not sporty?
Yes. While we run an active sports camp, our holiday club is designed to be inclusive. Children can try new sports at their own pace and also enjoy creative, social and team-based activities.
What happens if the weather is bad during the sports camp?
Our sports camp makes full use of indoor facilities at Hummersknott Academy. If the weather is unsuitable for outdoor sport, activities will move indoors so children can continue to enjoy an active holiday club day.
Are staff qualified to run a sports and holiday camp?
Yes. All sessions at our holiday club in are delivered by trained and experienced coaches who specialise in working with children and delivering safe, engaging sports and activity sessions.
Can children attend the holiday club for just one day?
Yes. Our holiday club offers flexible booking options, including single-day attendance as well as discounted multi-day and weekly sports camp bookings.
Is food provided at the holiday club?
Parents are asked to provide a packed lunch and drinks for children attending our holiday club and sports camp in Darlington. This allows children to bring food they enjoy and that meets their dietary needs.
