What is HAF?
Christmas HAF programme, eligible pupils in reciept of benefits related free school meals can attend up to 4 days of fun activities over the festive period. Book your free HAF place here
Eequ booking site will automatically check your eligibility once a parent/carer has created an account and entered their child's details.
Approved providers deliver a programme where children and young people can try new activities, have fun and learn new skills. There are still free places:
- family HAF ice skating at Garon Park
- family HAF Swims at Garon Park
- football at Southend High School for Boys
- festive activities at Westbourough School and Chase High School
- outdoor experiences, farm experience
- festive activities at Shoeburyness High School on 22nd and 23rd December only. Breakfast and lunch included
Important information about your HAF bookings
Do not book your child onto a HAF club when you are going on holidays or have made plans with families and friends. Other eligible children miss out on the opportunity to attend a free holiday club and receive a hot meal.
Southend-on-Sea City Council expects HAF providers to be fully inclusive and make reasonable adaptions to meet the needs of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Parents/carers need to share information about their child's needs with the HAF provider. This will include copies of the child's individual support plans / Education, Health Care Plans (EHCP) and any medical care plans that are at the school to confirm the level of support being requested.
Provider contact details can be found on the providers booking page. If you have any questions after contacting your chosen provider, please email HAF@southend.gov.uk
If your child is in Reception Class, Year 1 and Year 2 they are Universal Free School Meals. You must be in receipt of Benefits Related Free School Meals to attend the HAF club: Apply for free school meals: search result - GOV.UK
To view a video from our last session in Spring, please see Holiday Activities and Food scheme for Southend-on-Sea
View the HAF 2023-24 Southend Local Authority Annual Report
If you need more information check the frequently asked questions page or email HAF@southend.gov.uk