Frequently Asked Questions

We deliver outstanding fun for kids! Strive offers Medway's best Multi-Activity and SEND Camps, packed with fun and excitement every school break. With over 60 unique activities and experiences in one place, multiple sessions a day, and something for everyone, there's never a dull moment! Trusted by parents/carers and partners alike, our camps are delivered to the highest standards of care and safety. Don't just take our word for it — check out our five-star reviews on Trustpilot and see what families are saying! We provide full-day childcare at exceptional value, carefully grouping children by age and ensuring the right activity mix and staff ratios to keep every child safe, happy, and engaged.

All our activities are led by highly experienced staff who are passionate about creating safe, engaging, and memorable experiences for every child. Every team member completes safeguarding training, holds an enhanced DBS check, and possesses the appropriate qualifications for their role. We're proud to be a teacher-led organisation with extensive experience in delivering whole-school projects, sports programmes, and enrichment activities. Any external specialists who join us for themed days are fully vetted and DBS-checked to the same high standards. All new recruits take part in a thorough interview and induction process, followed by a shadowing period before leading their own groups — ensuring consistent quality and care across every session.

Our venues are carefully chosen for their outstanding facilities and year-round suitability. Each site offers spacious indoor areas, green outdoor spaces, and everything needed to keep children active and engaged in all seasons and weather conditions — from sunny summer days to chilly winter mornings and those inevitable rainy afternoons. Whatever your child's passion — and whatever the weather — you can be confident they'll enjoy an unforgettable experience at one of our camps. With versatile spaces and top-quality equipment, our venues provide the perfect setting for fun, learning, and adventure all year round.

Booking with Strive is simple! click here to view our activities!

All payments are made when booking. Payments can be made using debit/credit card, and Apple Pay. Unfortunately we are unable to accept childcare vouchers.

No, not at this current time.

We know it can feel a little nerve-wracking sending your child to a new camp for the first time. Our friendly, experienced team will quickly put both you and your child at ease, ensuring they feel welcome and settle in smoothly. At Strive, we're passionate about creating high-quality, exciting, and supportive experiences where every child feels valued. Each child is paired with a dedicated Group Leader who helps them get to know the venue, staff, and daily routines. We also use buddy systems and start the day with team-building games, helping children make friends and engage in group activity straight away.

Dressing children in comfortable, footwear (trainers) and avoiding new or valuable clothing, as they will participate in activities in and outside which may include arts and crafts. For archery, children will need to wear long-sleeved tops, trousers, and ankle socks. Mobile phones we suggest not to bring – any emergencies can be done through the parent line – 07828811564. A swimming kit should be brought daily for water fun and towel, spare trainers. During warmer seasons, please apply sun protection cream to your child each morning and teach them how to reapply it during the day. Spray-on sun lotion is ideal for younger children, as staff can assist with application, and children can then rub it in themselves. Staff will remind children to reapply sun cream at break times and help younger ones if necessary. It's also advisable to send a broad-brimmed hat that shades the face, neck, and ears. All children should bring a lunchbox to camp. We do not provide food. Please pack a balanced lunch, including a snack for the morning and afternoon breaks. Since we lack refrigeration facilities, we suggest packing a small cool bag (lunch box size) with a frozen juice carton or a small ice pack to keep the contents fresh until lunchtime. Note that Strive has a strict no-nuts policy, so ensure there are no nut-containing items in your child's lunch.

Yes – please let us know about any medical, behavioural, or additional needs your child may have. This information should be recorded on our booking system (for example: diabetes, epilepsy, severe allergies, or other relevant conditions). The more detail you share with us, the better we can understand your child's needs and ensure they receive the highest standard of care and support while at camp. If your child requires medication during camp, please make sure to inform our staff when you arrive so we can manage this safely and appropriately.

Children are grouped with others of a similar age. The maximum age difference will not be more than two years. Siblings are not automatically grouped together. Children are grouped according to the appropriate age groups. Let us know if you have any queries with grouping.

At Strive, we ensure that every child's needs are met by offering a wide range of age-appropriate and engaging activities tailored for children. We provide activities for aged 5 – 7 and ages 8 – 11. Check out the activities we provide at camps.

Groups are organised each morning after registration, and we keep them consistent throughout the day unless a change is necessary. Wherever possible, we maintain the same groups across the week to help children feel settled and comfortable.

Please ensure you have checked our relevant camp venue address and the exact arrival location. Location can be seen on our Camp website page. Camp will open at 8.30am (early bird bookings from 8am) and our friendly team will be ready to meet you and the campers. Pick up is at 4pm at the same location as arrival. If you need to pick up a child earlier, please ring us on 07828 811564.

Late for registration - don't worry you can ring us on 07378 951411 to get to the Camp Leader. Late for pick up - don't worry, just ring us on the same number to let us know you are running late.

The day is organised into six/seven engaging sessions. They will have two breaks (AM and PM - 10/15 minutes each) and lunch (30 minutes). Children will be given a choice of at least two activities in each session. We offer a wide range of activities so there are choices for children whether they're into sports or more creative activities. We also offer theme days which can be seen on the Activities website page and these are optional that run alongside camp activities at NO additional cost! Yes, NO additional cost.

Check out our Activities page and click on ages 5-7 or ages 8-11 to see what particular age ranges will take part in. All activities are carefully planned and age-appropriate to the needs of the children.

We can't control the weather but we can control the programme offer. We have the best venues and facilities to be able to lead a wet weather plan.

At all camps we ensure that we offer alternative activities where we have professionals and organisations lead workshops. These workshops are included in the price and are optional for the children to take part in. They do not have to take part if they do not wish too.

Share our fantastic multi-activity camps with friends! How to refer? Step 1 – Contact a friend – Reach out to friends and tell them about our camps! Note: This offer is to someone who has never made a booking before. Step 2 – Once your friend has made booking – Email, FB messenger or text message us with parent name and date of booking. Step 3 – We will check their booking on the system to approve. Step 4 – We will issue you both £10 credit on your account that you can use for camps. Offer can only be redeemed once per customer.

Our policies outline how our staff will guide, support, and ensure the safety of children whilst in our care. We regularly review them, following guidance from local authorities, and national governing bodies of sport. We also incorporate feedback from parents, staff, and children to ensure our policies meet everyone's needs. Our key polices consist of: Safeguarding and Child Protection, Equal Opportunities. GDPR, Health and Safety and Bullying. Policies are available at camps, or you can request a copy directly from us.

All our staff hold relevant qualifications to lead camp activities. Our team includes experienced Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Level 1–3 Sports Coaches, as well as Volunteers. Every staff member has an enhanced DBS check and up-to-date safeguarding certification. Camp Leaders are specifically qualified to run the activities they oversee, and all specialist session such as archery, boxing, kickboxing, and science workshops are led by appropriately trained and vetted staff. All team members undergo a thorough interview process, including reference and background checks, and are required to agree to our policies and Code of Conduct. In addition, we provide ongoing professional development, with staff training sessions held regularly to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality across all camps.

Every camp will have First Aiders on site. All staff understand procedures to deal with minor and major accidents.

Strive have high expectations on ratio's. 5 to 7 years - 1:8 with a maximum of 24 children in a group. 7 to 11 years - 1:12 and up to 24 children in a group. Find out more here.

Risk assessments take place in all areas of the venues. Risk assessments are completed every term and is an on-going process throughout camps.

Strive is dedicated to safeguarding and the welfare of children attending our camp, ensuring an environment where they feel safe and secure. We take any concerns about a child's welfare seriously. All staff have safeguarding certificates and receive safeguarding updates every six weeks at our team meetings. We have a Designated Safeguarding Lead - Martin May, who is available regarding any concerns via email: martinmay@strivepeandsport.co.uk

Currently, all of our venues accept HAF bookings during the Summer, Christmas, and Easter holidays only. Please note that all HAF bookings must be made through the MedwayGo website. Don't forget to set up your MedwayGo account in advance, so you're ready to book as soon as places go live—this helps make sure you don't miss out. HAF bookings are available for our Multi-Activity Camps and SEND Camps. Spaces fill up very quickly, so please book early!

Yes! All children receive a hot meal during lunch. Any dietary requirements or allergies will be given to us via MedwayGo when you sign up.

We have fully inclusive Multi-Activity Camps along with specialist SEND Camps at Brompton Academy and Danecourt (Gillingham). MedwayGo support us with free places for SEND children. You do not need to have EHCP to be able to get a place.