06/05/2026
Easter Holiday Camps 2026: Parent Survey Results & Feedback
Spring has been and gone, and what an incredible Easter season it was at Barracudas! With thousands of children joining us for fun-filled days of activity, adventure, and friendship, we’re excited to share what parents thought of their experience.
As always, we invited families to complete our end-of-camp survey. Their feedback helps us improve, innovate, and continue delivering high-quality, trusted holiday childcare across the UK.
👉 Almost 1,000 parents responded to our Easter 2026 survey, thank you to everyone who shared their feedback!
🐣 Why Parents Chose Barracudas This Easter
Choosing the right Easter holiday camp is a big decision for families. Parents told us they booked Barracudas for a combination of:
- Reliable and flexible holiday childcare
- A wide variety of fun, engaging activities
- Trusted reputation and positive past experiences
- Safe, secure environments for their children
🌟 First Impressions Matter
We know that the first day at camp sets the tone for the entire experience, for both children and parents.
We’re delighted that over 98% of parents said their first impression was positive, reflecting our welcoming registration process and friendly team.
Strong first impressions help build trust and confidence; something we prioritise at every Barracudas location.
🎨 Activities That Keep Children Engaged
From sports and team games to creative arts and new experiences, our Easter activity programme is designed to suit every child.
This year, 99% of parents rated our activities as Excellent or Good!
Parents consistently highlighted:
- Variety and choice
- Opportunities to try new things
- Social interaction and making friends
As seen in previous surveys, activity quality remains one of the biggest drivers of satisfaction, with over 97% rating them positively in 2025 .
🏫 High-Quality Facilities Parents Can Trust
We carefully select our venues to ensure they are safe, spacious, and well-equipped.
This Easter, 99% of parents were satisfied with our facilities.
Our locations are designed to give children the space and resources they need to explore, learn, and have fun.
👏 Our Camp Staff: The Heart of Barracudas
Behind every great camp experience is an incredible team.
We’re proud that 98% of parents rated our staff as friendly, enthusiastic, and professional
Parents frequently mentioned:
- Caring and supportive team members
- Confidence in staff supervision
- Positive energy and engagement
As highlighted across multiple seasons, staff quality continues to be one of the strongest drivers of parent satisfaction .
🔁 Would Parents Book Again?
One of the most important indicators of success is whether families return.
We’re thrilled that 94% of parents said they would definitely book again!
This reflects the trust families place in Barracudas as a reliable childcare solution during school holidays.
💬 What Parents Said About Our Easter Camps
Here are just a few comments from parents this Easter:
"It's local, easy to book, reasonably priced for the non-stop activities provided and great fun."
“My son has had a great time, the hours are good for working parents and staff fantastic.”
“I could tell my child was occupied and happy in the camp and also felt safe what matters the most to me.”
"Great booking experience with easy money transfer back once also paid via tax free child care. Great experience for my son; he wants to go again."
"We have done a lot of clubs over the years, and this one my kids scored 10/10."
"Great system, staff, activities and I feel safe leaving my daughter with you."
Authentic feedback like this helps future families feel confident when choosing Barracudas.
⭐ Independent Reviews & Trust Signals
Alongside our survey, we continue to receive fantastic independent reviews from parents on Trustpilot (over 1,800 reviews and an excellent rating!).
These reviews reinforce our commitment to:
- Safe, high-quality childcare
- Engaging and varied activities
- Friendly and professional staff
Here are some of our Trustpilot reviews from Easter 2026:
"Fantastic Holiday Camp. Both my children attending the Huntingdon camp over Easter and they had a fantastic time. The range of activities available was amazing. My daughters favourite was swimming and my son loved the go karts, dodgeball and football. The staff were all really friendly and supportive. Overall I was very impressed with everything and the children will certainly be returning."
"The team at Harpenden are spectacular - they are so kind, energetic, empathetic, supportive and provide both of my kids with brilliant, fun and action packed days. Can’t thank them enough and would give more than 5 stars if possible. When you find a team and venue that works for busy working parents, it just lifts that weight off your shoulders. I know my kids are safe and happy - what more could I ask for."
"Fantastic camp highly recommend to anyone great friendly Caring staff fantastic activities with lots to choose from my son takes a while to feel comfortable around strangers this is the only camp he has wanted to go back too."
"Barracuda’s is brilliant. It is well run with lots of different activities. The teachers are very caring and my children love going."
Our continued positive feedback and inspections highlight our dedication to delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality holiday camps.
🎉 Easter 2026: A Season to Remember
Easter 2026 has been another fantastic season filled with smiles, new friendships, and unforgettable experiences.
We’d like to say a huge thank you to:
- All the children who joined us
- The parents who trusted us
- Our amazing camp teams
Your feedback helps us keep improving and delivering even better experiences every year.
🔎 Looking for summer Holiday Camps?
If you’re already planning ahead, Barracudas offers:
- Flexible childcare options
- A huge range of activities
- Trusted, Ofsted-compliant camps