Holidays At QE

Holidays At QE

Enjoy a special holiday programme that is tailored to suit your child’s individual needs.

From opportunities to rest and relax, to studying or getting involved with a range of enjoyable day and evening activities – Holidays at QE truly has something for everyone! It’s a chance to unwind between school terms in a home-away-from-home they are comfortable and familiar with.

“An incredibly enriching experience, with countless moments to bond with friends.”

Holidays at QE students at an Escape Room.

Holidays At QE is only available to QE students. 
Why Choose Holidays at QE?
  1. A holiday filled with fun activities – designed by you!

  2. Access to our incredible campus facilities at a more relaxed pace.

  3. Enjoy quality downtime with friends.

  4. Benefit from 24/7 pastoral care in a safe environment.

  5. Recharge fully to feel rested and ready for the next term.

Prioritising Wellbeing

We understand holidays are a time to recharge, relax, and restore after a busy term. At QE, we pride ourselves on ensuring students prioritise their wellbeing. Our tailored pathways are designed to help students build essential skills through carefully chosen activities.

“There are a variety of trips and activities each day, I could never get bored. I feel like each day here is really relaxing. The staff during half term are enthusiastic, especially at pumpkin carving. It was an amazing experience!”

Evening Activities

After the evening meal, students can participate in a range of engaging sessions designed to foster connections, develop skills, or practice hobbies. Options include:

  • Music sessions
  • Team games
  • Board games
  • Swimming
  • Badminton
  • Yoga
  • Baking

Our varied entertainment programme also features outdoor theatre productions, cinema experiences, sports tournaments, and themed nights to help students unwind and have fun.

Camp QE Junior and Senior Programmes

Students participating in Holidays at QE can opt to join Camp QE for half or full-day activities during the week. These sessions are included in the Holidays at QE price.

Holidays at QE timetable 2025

Bolt-On Options (Additional Cost)

Holidays at QE programmes are flexible, allowing students to build a schedule that suits them. Additional ‘bolt-on’ options may include:

  • Trips
  • Off-site leisure activities

Trips may include:*

  • A weekly trip to the local supermarket
  • Takeaway night!
  • Cinema
  • Theatre Trip at York Theatre Royal
  • Bowling
  • Lasertag

*Options are subject to change and depend on minimum student numbers.

Pricing

  • £1,100 per week
  • Incidental boarding: £180 per night (up to 3 nights)

For details on additional bolt-on prices or bespoke packages, please get in touch to discuss specific school holiday requirements.

How to Book Holidays At QE

Residential holidays are currently only available to current students. Bookings can be made via the Parent Portal. 

Return to our Camps and Courses page for more information about all our school holiday provisions, including Camp QE and the 7-Day Football Residential