October Half Term 2026

Get ready for a Scream of a time!

Book the whole week or just individual days this October half term

Our October Half Term Spooktacular will return from 26th to 30th October 2026. we promise this will be far more than “just childcare” – it’s a fang-tastic experience!

Camps run for a Pre-half term camp (19th – 23rd October 2026) and our Halloween Spooktacular camp (26th – 30th October 2026).

What can your little adventurers expect?

Magical potion-making and cauldron bubbling
Autumn campfires with toasty s’mores and hot chocolate
Combat archery and Zombie Apocalypse training
Pumpkin carving and spooky arts and crafts
Swimming (at select camps)
Conker Wars in the crisp autumn air
Creepy crawlies and our Tunnels of Terror

Make memories

Build confidence

Have a scream!

The week is sure to be packed full of spine-tingling sports*, eerie challenges, and ghostly good fun. And of course, our brilliant High 5 team will be there to ensure your kids have a blast while learning new skills and making new friends!

With limited spots available across Plymouth, Newton Abbot, Ivybridge, Tavistock, and Saltash, you’ll want to act fast! Don’t let your kids miss out on the coolest, creepiest, and most spook-tacular holiday camp of the year.

Bookings now open!

* All activities are age appropriate.

October Half Term Holiday Camp Venues

Elburton Primary School, Plymstock (ages 5-12)

Mount Kelly Prep School, Tavistock (ages 5-12)

Plymouth College (ages 3-12)

Stover School, Newton Abbot (ages 4-12)

Stowford School, Ivybridge (ages 5-12)

Widey Court Primary School, Plymouth (ages 4-12)

SCREEN-FREE CONNECTION

Real-world play. Face-to-face friendships. Confidence built through shared experiences.

FRIENDSHIPS THAT LAST

Many children arrive nervous. Most leave with new best friends.

CONFIDENCE WITHOUT PRESSURE

Children can join in at their own pace with supportive coaches and inclusive activities.

SOMETHING DIFFERENT EVERY DAY

No repetitive childcare routines. Every themed week feels like a completely new adventure.

FULL DAYS OF ENERGY & ADVENTURE

From sports and inflatables to crafts and creative sessions. There’s something for every child.

AWARD-WINNING & TRUSTED

Multi-award-winning. Ofsted registered. Experienced full-time team.

      EXCELLENT  
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   Kerry Gardiner 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our 6 year old daughter LOVES High 5! The staff are all amazing. They provide loads of different activities that cater to every child (not just sports). UPDATE: We booked a High 5 birthday party, and it was fantastic! The staff was incredibly organised and friendly, making sure every detail was covered. They kept the kids entertained and engaged throughout, and it was clear they genuinely enjoy working with children. The team even helped tidy up at the end, which was such a big help.  All the kids had an amazing time, and as a parent, I was really impressed with how smoothly everything went. Highly recommend for a stress-free, memorable party!
  
 
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   Manuela Cresswell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great party planners. Good communication. Nicky (The person that ran the party) was fun and engaged the kids very well. She was very helpful and lovely. Would be great if you also provided a catering service.
  
 
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   Kat Heron 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend High 5! My daughter loves going there. She even asked to go for extra days this summer and is looking forward to being back at half term. The staff on site are excellent and the admin team are great at answering any questions promptly. If you are looking for child care in the holidays you won’t go wrong with High 5!
  
 
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   George Edge 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An excellent company with outstanding communication throughout the event planning process. Their team is amazing with the children, always ensuring everyone is engaged and participating in the activities. They truly went above and beyond our expectations. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Helen Morgan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thanks for a fun and memorable party for our daughter's class at school.  They had such a good time!
  
 
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   Boo oo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic year 6 celebration made extra special by the High5 team with a great range of  different activities on offer. The slip and slide was a firm favourite!
  
 
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   Sharon Ryan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. High Five are great! We’ve just had a brilliant primary school leaver’s party, where the team were excellent and the kids thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Thank you!
  
 
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   H K 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic party organised for my daughter’s 5th birthday. They all had a wonderful time
  
 
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   Margarita Pynzar 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you very much for organizing my daughter's birthday. I didn't have to worry about anything because the party & event team did everything for me. Our host Aimee was amazing. All kids had a lot of fun🥳❤️

Why High 5 Feels Different

And most importantly? We're safe.

High 5 takes safeguarding and wellbeing extremely seriously. From our highly-trained team and experienced camp leaders to Ofsted approval and secure sites, your child’s safety and happiness is ALWAYS at the forefront of our minds.

Highly recommend High 5!
My daughter loves going there. She even asked to go for extra days this summer and is looking forward to being back at half term. The staff on site are excellent and the admin team are great at answering any questions promptly.

If you are looking for child care in the holidays you won’t go wrong with High 5!

Kat Heron, via Google

The Pass That Pays for Itself

The High 5 Super Savers Plans are annual passes that let you spread the cost of all our holiday camps into simple, manageable monthly payments, so great childcare is never out of reach.

Super Savers Plans are the most cost-effective way to enjoy everything High 5 has to offer. They are also compatible with Tax-Free Childcare and other voucher schemes, saving you a further 20%

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