Holiday Activities and Food (HAF)

Fun, food and support for children during school holidays.

Holiday Activities and Food Annual Report

Our annual report provides a comprehensive overview of the delivery, reach, and impact of the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme across Staffordshire. It brings together key insights from the year, highlighting how the programme has supported children, young people, and families during school holidays.

The report outlines participation levels across the county and showcases how HAF provision has combined healthy meals, nutritional education, and high-quality enrichment activities to create positive and meaningful holiday experiences. It also reflects on programme outcomes, with a strong focus on inclusion, particularly for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and on how we have engaged with families and communities.

What’s included in the report

By reading the Staffordshire HAF Annual Report, you can explore:

  • The difference HAF has made - real outcomes and benefits for children, young people, and families
  • Attendance and reach - who took part, where provision was delivered, and how participation has grown
  • Inclusion in practice - examples of how providers have supported children with SEND and ensured activities were accessible to all
  • Provider delivery - the range and quality of activities delivered by our HAF providers across Staffordshire
  • Family engagement - how families have been supported, involved, and connected through the programme

Together, these insights show how the HAF programme is helping to reduce holiday hunger, promote healthy lifestyles, and provide safe, enriching opportunities for children and young people.

Read the full Staffordshire Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Annual Report to learn more about how the programme continues to support children, young people, and families across Staffordshire