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 Birmingham & Black Country
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Artist Play Days
2nd January-5th May 2025
Venue: Compton Verney
Join Compton Verney in the learning studio as they use torches, neon lights, glow in the dark materials and more to create a glowing and magical space. Suitable for all ages.
Andrew Simpson Sailing and Watersports Centres
31st March-11th May 2025
Venue: ASC Birmingham, 101 Genners Ln, Bartley Green
Action-packed Watersports and Adventure Holiday Clubs for young explorers aged 5-15. Learn new skills, keep active and have fun across a huge range of activities. The centres have a fully qualified team...
Cannon Hill Junior Parkrun
31st March-11th May 2025
Venue: Cannon Hill Park
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds). Free to join but please register before you first go along. The aim is to have fun. Go along and join in whatever your pace.
Dippy in Coventry
31st March-11th May 2025
Venue: Herbert Art Gallery and Museum
Discover fun facts about Dippy, the Nation’s favourite dinosaur from the Natural History Museum, along with close encounters with fossils from the collection. The Learning Team will share a short, interactive...
First Class Learning Tuition
31st March-11th May 2025
Venue: Various locations
The First Class Learning programme aligns with the National Curriculum, helping students build confidence and develop essential skills. Being all paper-based allows students to show how they are learning,...
Dig out your gardening gloves
Primary Times explores petals, pollinators and plants for National Children’s Gardening Week.
Teach road safety with Brake
Join schools up and down the country taking part in a walk for road safety.
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Celebrate the Summer Solstice
Learn ancient traditions and celebrate the sun’s powerful seasonal journey together.