Primary Times - the definitive what’s on and where to go family guide of activities and events for children of primary school age. Things to do with your kids during the school holidays including arts and craft activities, music and theatre for children, parties, competitions, days out, and family attractions along with term time drama schools, dance classes, after school clubs and sports activities. Things to do at a place near you!
Things to do with kids in Derbyshire
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Local Listings
Foster for East Midlands Councils
1st September-23rd November 2025
Venue: Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham, and Nottinghamshire
Foster for East Midlands Councils need your help. Fostering with them helps to keep children connected to their schools, friends, and communities. There are many types of fostering to suit different situations....
Genius Tuition Derby
1st September-23rd November 2025
Venue: Genius Tuition Derby
Address: Moore Street
With experienced PGCE qualified teachers, Genius Tuition deliver quality teaching and learning with the aim of developing their students academically and socially. To find out more, visit the website.
Kip McGrath
1st September-23rd November 2025
Venue: Kip McGrath Education Centre Derby North
Address: Derby
Kip McGrath help children of all ages and abilities to realise their true potential. Call Andy or Jane at Kip McGrath Education Centre Derby North or book a free, no obligation educational assessment online...
Open Events at Derby High School
1st September-23rd November 2025
Venue: Derby High School
This autumn, Derby High School invites families to experience its welcoming and supportive environment. Explore the school during the Primary Open Week from Monday 6th to Friday 10th October, with tours...
Places Leisure Parties
1st September-23rd November 2025
Venue: Alfreton Leisure Centre, Ripley Leisure Centre or William Gregg VC Leisure Centre
Address: Derbyshire
Take the stress out of planning a birthday party and let Places Leisure, part of Places for People, do it for you with a range of options to choose from! Visit the website to find out more and to find...
Great news for pupils and parents!
Tesco’s Fruit & Veg for Schools programme will be extended another year.
Competition time
Our latest competitions are here — browse our listings and get your entries in before it’s too late!
Boost literacy at home
Primary Times offers fun, at-home activities to help families support children’s literacy development.
Derby LIVE's spectacular autumn line-up
With a free arts festival and a fabulous festive season, there's something for everyone to enjoy.