30/10/2024

Hear what they think about Barracudas!

Looking ahead to plan engaging activities for kids during the school holidays? Selecting the right holiday camp can feel like a big decision, but with Barracudas, families have trusted our reputation for over 30 years!

Since 1992, Barracudas has been the UK’s number one activity day camp, continuously delivering unforgettable experiences at our Easter, summer, and half-term camps. With each season, we’re committed to providing a safe, exciting, and memorable environment for children. Our mission is to offer such an amazing experience that children can't wait to come back —and we work hard to deliver on that promise with every camp session.

We know it's important for you to know what you're getting at Barracudas, so you can trust us for your school holiday childcare and activities. We're happy to share what just some of our parents and children thought of us this year.

What parents think of our kids camps

A big thank you to Carol, Katie, Matthew and Claire (and Poppy!) for sharing their feedback with us. We couldn't be happier that we're hitting the mark and providing peace of mind and such a valuable and trusted service for parents.

What children thought of our holiday camps

We loved making memories with Elisa, Harry, Ella, Freya, Ryan and Florence at camp. It's rewarding to know we're delivering on our promise to provide such an amazing experience they can't wait to come back!

A Wide Range of Activities to Spark Every Child’s Interest

Parents consistently praise our incredible selection of activities, with over 80 options ranging from team sports and arts and crafts to science and specialist sessions. At Barracudas, there’s truly something for every child, whether they’re energetic and sporty or creative and imaginative (or both!). We love seeing them grow with us, developing skills, making new friends, building confidence and trying new things.

Our standard hours (8:30 am to 5:30 pm) are designed to support working parents with flexibility and convenience, ensuring peace of mind while their kids enjoy a fun, safe, and friendly environment.

Parent Feedback: What Do They Think of Barracudas?

Our post-camp parent surveys reflect our commitment to delivering top-notch experiences. Parents highlight the convenience, reliability, and broad activity range as standout features, and their feedback guides us in refining our programs to exceed expectations.

Here's just some of the comments parents shared about their experience: 

"My kids really enjoyed the staff and the activities plus the open time from 8.30am is really helpful for a working parent"

"Excellent care, range of activities, availability, peace of mind."

"My son loves this place, and the staff remember him which makes it easier, everyday he comes home Happy, if he could have barracudas every week instead of school he would. He is now confident and manages to makes friends with others not just school friends that also attend. Best part is that the friends he made last year where there again this year, and the fun continued."

"You guys are amazing my son loved every day with you. Found new friends and he is looking forward to go back next time. He was happy and cheerful little boy."

"Very well organised and run. I feel my kid is safe and taken care of. Staff are friendly, polite and seem really good with kids. My daughter is always happy and excited at Barracudas. I value the availability of activities and the option to choose when my kid isn’t keen on one of them. My child lost something she liked and the staff remembered & helped to find it even a couple of days later. Overall, I feel the programme is trustworthy which is so important when I hand over my child."

For more feedback see our summer camp parent survey results.

Trustpilot Reviews: A 5-Star Experience

With over 1,600 Trustpilot reviews, Barracudas is delighted to have earned a 5-star rating from parents across the UK. Their feedback underscores the quality, care, and joy we bring to every camp day. From comments about our caring staff to glowing remarks on the activities and environment, parents are thrilled with the memorable experiences we create for their children.

Here’s what a few parents had to say:

“The best club for children holiday activities by far! The staff is above and beyond kind, friendly, great with kids, professional and most importantly FUN! This is the 2nd year we're using Barracudas for summer holiday for 3 weeks and our boy has come home everyday in smiles, full of stories, great friendships including staff which he claims as his best friends 😂. Variety of activities are amazing, motor sports, swimming, archery, dance, drama...name it! It is worth every penny for the fun, learning and security they provide to these children ❤️”

“The staff at the St Catherine’s branch are absolutely amazing! My kids ask to go to Barracudas over the summer holidays as they love it so much! Thank you for looking after them 😊"

"My son has now attended the Easter and Summer camp at Hemel Hempstead school and on his very first day i was so anxious as my son doesn't usually warm to these kinds of things. However at the end of his first day he said he has the best time. I cannot express how good the Hemel camp is, the staff are so good, really friendly and they run really good activities. My son feels well respected and looked after."

"My son Zaky loves it here! We tried another camp before and he didn't like it so we tried this one and i was worried as a mum does with these things and he really enjoys it and wanted to go more. He has a great time, he's made friends and the staff are so nice and polite and always remember Zaky and are super welcoming. My boy loves it so I'd definitely recommend! :) "

""Our 5 year old has absolutely loved his first week at Barracudas (St Catherine’s Twickenham) - he came home telling me it is the best fun he’s ever had at a holiday camp. All of the staff we have interacted with have been friendly and helpful. We would definitely recommend sending your children here."

Ofsted Ratings: Our Commitment to Quality and Safety

At Barracudas, quality and safety are at the heart of our camps. All our camps are Ofsted registered, providing further peace of mind for parents. Our dedication to high standards is consistently recognized by Ofsted, with our camps regularly earning positive ratings for safety, learning opportunities, and child engagement. This endorsement provides families with confidence that their children are not only having fun but are in a secure and supportive environment.

Just take a look at our latest Ofsted ratings.

Join us at Barracudas in the school holidays and experience the adventure, creativity, and joy that have made our camps a family favourite for over three decades. We look forward to welcoming you!