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!
Latest Competitions
Young Poets Prize
The East Riding Festival of Words 2019 poetry competition is now open for entries. This year's theme is 'My Mind, My Thoughts'. Entries will be judged by a panel of published Yorkshire...
Mother Shipton’s – Great for all the Family
Within historic woodland along the River Nidd is Mother Shipton’s Cave, the birthplace of Yorkshire’s famous prophetess. It is situated next to the Petrifying Well, England’s oldest visitor...
May 2021 winners
Primary Times winners from Tees Valley, North & East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire Chloe in a Race against time Steven Cook Christine Boyle Sharon Harland Henry &...
WIN! AIRHOP TRAMPOLINE FAMILY PASS
AirHop Adventure and Trampoline Parks offer exciting venues for all ages. Ages 4+ can enjoy the park during Open Jump sessions, bounce with the whole family, ages 1+, during Family...
Win a copy of 50 Fantastic Ideas for STEM Activities
Take children on a wonderful process of discovery and exploration to help them think creatively and understand scientific concepts from a young age through these fun and accessible activities. In 50...
Win a Chill Giraffe AND a Cool Dinosaur myFirst Camera 3
Capture Big Moments with Little Hands! Designed for curious young photographers, the myFirst Camera 3 is the latest innovation in kids’ technology – a fun, durable, and high-performance...
Win a myFirst Camera Insta 20
Introducing the myFirst Camera Insta 20 – Your Kid's Portable Studio! Designed for Little Hands, Engineered for Big Fun Watch your child’s imagination soar as they snap, print, and...
Win a copy of This Letter Says I Love You
Inspired by 10-year-old Matilda Handy's memorial post boxes, as featured on the BBC The One Show. Matilda misses her grandma a lot and wishes she could talk to her again. Some days she feels sad....
Win a copy of The Blockbusters!
Head to Tinseltown in this hilarious and heart-warming adventure by the UK Children's Laureate 2024-2026 and bestselling, award-winner Frank Cottrell-Boyce. When new boy Rafa and his friends...
Win a copy of Land of the Last Wildcat
Adventure and magic collide in Land of the Last Wildcat, Lui Sit's fast-paced debut children's novel about family, friendship and the beauty of our natural world. Illustrated throughout in black...
Win a copy of Liliana the Strong
This brilliantly funny collaboration between two superstar creators about a tiny girl with superhuman strength has all the hallmarks of a future classic. Liliana wears her super power lightly, using...
Win a copy of Ava Spark: Hello, I'm Here!
Filled with warmth, courage, and colorful illustrations, Ava Spark: Hello, I’m Here! is a heartwarming celebration of friendship, communication, and the beauty of being unapologetically yourself. When...
Win a myFirst Sketch 3 Drawing Pad
Get your hands on a myFirst Sketch 3 Drawing Pad – the perfect companion for young artists! Get ready for loads of fun and learning with myFirst Sketch 3 Drawing Pad– made just for...
Win a copy of Jonny and the Mystery of the Sun Disc
A thrilling adventure where Jonny discovers his ability to control dreams—unraveling a mystery that blurs the line between fantasy and reality In the little Italian town of Ruffo, Jonny finds...
Win a copy of The Unlikely Diary of Prince Kal the Alien
The first book in a hilarious new diary format series for 8+ readers from the bestselling author of Time Travelling with a Hamster. Prince Kallimonka Evergreen Wildgore – you can call him...