06/11/2025
Thinking Ahead to Summer Camp 2026? Hear What Parents, Children, and Staff Have to Say!
If you’re considering school holiday camps for 2026, we understand that choosing the right provider means finding somewhere you can truly trust; a place that’s not only safe and well-organised, but where your child will feel happy, engaged, and inspired every single day.
At Barracudas, we know how important that decision is. That’s why we’re delighted to share real stories and reassurance from those who know us best. See and hear directly from parents, children, and our dedicated staff about their experiences at our 2025 Summer Camps, and discover why so many families put their faith in Barracudas year after year.
We’re also proud to share our independent parent reviews on Trustpilot, the results of our parent feedback survey, and what Ofsted had to say about us this year, so you can feel confident knowing your child will be in the very best hands.
🎥 Parent Testimonial Videos
Hear directly from parents about how the camp helped their children grow in confidence, independence, and happiness over the summer.
These testimonials confirm what many parents tell us each year: that our camps offer the perfect mix of fun and peace of mind.
“They love the variety of activities and sports. They get on really well with the staff and every morning they wake up excited about coming back.”
— Parent, Summer 2025
🎥 Child Testimonial Videos
Nothing says it better than the smiles and stories from our campers themselves! Hear what their favourite things about Barracudas are!
💬 Staff Testimonial Video
Our passionate, caring, and fully-trained team make every camp experience truly special. In this video, our staff share what it means to work with your children and create unforgettable summers.
It’s not just a job, it’s a joy to help each child grow, explore, and shine.
💚 Why Parents Trust Us: Reviews & Ratings
📝 Summer Camp 2025 Survey Highlights
Each season, we survey our parents and campers to ensure we’re meeting and exceeding expectations.
Here are just a few highlights from our summer 2025 feedback:
- 98% of parents rated our activities as top-notch
- 99% were super impressed with our facilities
- 98% rated our camp staff highly
- 99% said their child wants to return next year
These results inspire us to keep improving and to continue creating a safe, enriching environment for every child.
⭐ Trustpilot Parent Reviews
We're proud to have 1.8k independent parent reviews and an excellent rating! We welcome parents to leave us their feedback and have been overwhelmed by the positive comments we received this year.
Here's just a few of our most recent 5* reviews:
"First time & daughter loved it. This was our first time using Barracudas, we used Hemel Hempstead over October half term. I was a bit anxious on the first day, as this was the first time we’ve used a holiday camp for our little girl (aged 4) who has just started school. All the information beforehand was v helpful & drop off was great, the team were warm and welcoming. Our daughter loved it. The activities and facilities were brilliant, she even went swimming with the group leader (she normally hates getting into the water!). She talks about ‘camp’ and asks if we can go again! So we’ll definitely be using in the future. As full time working parents, we’re lucky to have found Barracudas." Emma
"My 5 year old boys loved their week at Harlow Barracudas. The staff were great with them, especially when they were scared and shy on the first day. There were really good age appropriate activities to keep them entertained all day." Katharine
"Nothing but great things to say! Great set-up, fun activities, good size groups and wonderful staff. Special thanks to the absolutely fantastic staff at Barracudas Maidenhead who really made my son's summer wonderful, especially Emma, Hannah and Tilly who really went above and beyond - legends!" Sarah
See more on our Trustpilot reviews and Ofsted ratings from summer 2025.
🏅 Ofsted-Registered & Proud
All our camps are Ofsted registered and regularly inspected, so you can be confident in safety, quality, and care at our school holiday camps.
This year, official inspectors gave 13 of our sites the highest rating possible for school holiday camps. Here’s what Ofsted had to say about some of our locations:
""Children are excited as they arrive, keen and eager to start their day. They happily leave their parents and are warmly greeted by an enthusiastic team of staff who help them organise their personal belongings in their base room. Children settle quickly and engage in activities provided as they wait for their friends to arrive. The club is very well organised and is designed to offer children a broad range of exciting, fun experiences and sporting opportunities, such as archery and swimming sessions." Chelmsford camp
"Leaders and managers run the holiday camp with care and compassion to create a place where staff welcome and support all children and their families. Children are happy and feel safe here because staff place a strong emphasis on their well-being and happiness. They are positively engaged in meaningful play from the moment they arrive." Romford camp
"Children arrive happy and ready for their day at Barracudas activity camp. They have a wealth of exciting and fun activities on offer throughout the day. These include swimming, drama, play sessions and sports activities. Staff are enthusiastic and fun. Children state that they love coming to the camp. Children are very engaged in play and demonstrate that they feel happy, safe and secure." Upminster camp
🌈 Looking Ahead to 2026 camps
When you book with Barracudas, you can rest assured that your child will be in safe hands, making memories, gaining independence, and having the time of their life.
We can’t wait to welcome both familiar faces and new campers next year!