SEND Summer camps in London: 2025 holiday guide

At Fun and Play, we’re always on the lookout for inclusive, supportive ways for families to enjoy the school holidays. If your child has Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), you’ll know how valuable it is to find the right setting. Somewhere welcoming, experienced and fun.

That’s why we’ve rounded up the very best SEND summer camps in London for 2025. All of the camps below are daytime-only, and cater specifically to children aged 4–14 with a wide range of needs, including autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, physical or medical needs, and more. Many offer 1:1 support, therapeutic input, and HAF-funded places.

Firefly accessible summer club – Walthamstow 🌟

New for 2025, Firefly London is running a beautiful and creative Accessible Summer Club in East London. It’s designed specifically for SEND children and offers a calm, nurturing environment with optional therapy sessions throughout the day.

🌻 Activities: Gardening, building projects, story building, sensory art, cooking, crystals & reiki
📍 Location: 2 Hartley Road, Walthamstow, E11 3BY
👧 Ages: 4–14
🗓 Dates: Weekdays in July and August 2025, 9:30am–4:30pm
🧠 Therapy add-ons: Neurodevelopmental therapy, speech & language therapy, yoga therapy (optional and personalised)
💷 Cost: From £80 per day
📩 Booking: Email info@firefylondon.com or call Ellie (07812 158519) / Ananda (07714 897002)
🔗 Firefy London

Palace for Life SEND Camp – Croydon 🌟

Run by the Crystal Palace FC Foundation, this fully funded HAF holiday camp offers a brilliant mix of sports, sensory games, and crafts. Specifically for children with SEND who are eligible for Free School Meals.

⚽ Activities: Multi-sports, LEGO, arts & crafts, team games, sensory equipment
📍 Location: Addington Valley Academy, New Addington, Croydon
👧 Ages: 7–14
🗓 Dates: 29–31 July, 5–7 Aug, 12–14 Aug, 19–21 Aug (Mon–Wed only), 10am–3:30pm
💷 Cost: Free with HAF voucher
📩 Booking: Via HAF website (voucher code needed). Contact Michael Harrington for support
🔗 Palace for Life SEND Camp

KIDS Hayward Adventure Playground – Islington 🌟

This magical outdoor space is dedicated to children with disabilities and their siblings, with a strong focus on independence and child-led play. Staff are experienced, the environment is safe and secure, and it’s all about letting kids be themselves.

🛝 Activities: Climbing frames, sensory play, sand, water, soft play, and more
📍 Location: Market Road, N7 9PL, Islington
👧 Ages: 6–15
🗓 Dates: Monday–Friday during the summer holidays, 10:15am–3:30pm
💷 Cost: Free for Islington SEND families (some small fees for trips)
📩 Booking: Email haywardinfo@kids.org.uk or call 020 7607 0033
🔗 KIDS Hayward Adventure Playground

Chickenshed “Summer Shed” Inclusive Theatre Camp – Southgate 🌟

A dream come true for creative kids! Chickenshed’s Summer Shed is an inclusive, week-long performing arts camp, welcoming children of all abilities to take part in drama, dance, and music. It culminates in a heartwarming final performance.

🎭 Activities: Inclusive drama, group singing, movement, creativity, and expression
📍 Location: Chickenshed Theatre, 290 Chase Side, Southgate, N14 4PE
👧 Ages: 5–11 (school years 1–6)
🗓 Dates:
• Week 1: 28 July – 1 Aug
• Week 2: 4 – 8 Aug
💷 Cost: £200 per week (25% sibling discount; bursaries available)
📩 Booking: Via website – early booking essential!
🔗 Book Summer Shed

Even more SEND summer camps in London ✨

The great news is that the options for SEND summer camps in London don’t end there! In addition to the structured day camps above, there are plenty of other fantastic programmes across the city. Many of them free or low-cost thanks to local council support or inclusive charity work. Here are a few more to explore:

Borough-run adventure playgrounds and holiday schemes 🛝

Many boroughs operate inclusive holiday schemes through local adventure playgrounds or leisure centres. For example, Islington runs six adventure playgrounds with free daily drop-in play during the holidays. These are open to all and welcoming to children with SEND, with one-to-one support available at certain sites. Similar SEND summer camps in London can be found in Camden, Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Lambeth, often as part of the HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) programme.
It’s always worth checking your local council’s Local Offer or HAF page. Many include specialist providers for higher-needs children, and funded places are often available for those on Free School Meals.

Sports-based SEND camps ⚽

Several London-based charities and football clubs run inclusive sports days throughout the summer. The Tottenham Hotspur Foundation and Arsenal in the Community both host football or multi-sport sessions specifically for autistic and disabled children. And Sense, the charity supporting children with complex needs and deafblindness, offers multi-sensory activity days designed with SEND in mind. These are brilliant for building confidence and physical skills in a safe, encouraging space.

Arts and creative activity programmes 🎨

Creativity is another brilliant way for children to express themselves, and there are lots of opportunities in London. For example, Icandance (Camden) runs inclusive dance workshops in the summer holidays, and groups like Oak Lodge School (Wandsworth) and NAS Sutton have organised autism-friendly activity weeks in previous years, including swimming and day trips. Even larger venues like the National Theatre often run family workshops with SEND access during their summer festivals. Just reach out to check what support is in place.

Whether your child loves performing, sports, nature or just being with others in a calm environment, there’s a growing number of SEND summer camps in London that celebrate inclusion, creativity and connection.

FAQs: SEND summer camps in London

Why we love these SEND summer camps in London ❤️

These camps offer much more than childcare, they’re safe spaces where children can be themselves, try new things, and build social confidence at their own pace. Whether your child prefers forest play, football, or creative expression, there’s something here for everyone.

And most importantly:
✅ Many are free or low-cost thanks to HAF or bursary support
✅ All are SEND-aware and inclusive
✅ Families feel welcomed and supported every step of the way

At Fun and Play, we believe every child deserves a summer full of joy, discovery and belonging, and every family deserves peace of mind. We hope this guide to SEND summer camps in London helps you find the right fit for your child’s needs and interests. 🌟

If you’ve tried any of these camps before or have others you’d recommend, we’d love to hear from you! And don’t forget to check back soon, we’ll keep adding more SEND-friendly activities as we find them. 💛