Introducing Sherpa Holiday Programmes
Create unforgettable memories with Sherpa Kids' Holiday Programme – where every season is filled with new adventures and endless smiles! Our year-round programme, offers an incredible experience for children during school breaks at over 60 locations nationwide. Whether it's the October Mid-Term, February Mid-Term, Easter, or Summer Holidays, Sherpa Kids ensures your child enjoys exciting, safe, and enriching activities all year long. Join us and make every school holiday a special one!
Fun packed activities
Open to children aged between 4 and 12
Build social skills and make new friends
Exciting themed weeks
NCS Subsidy Accepted
Weekly or Adhoc booking options
Our programmes
Sherpa Kids is proud to be Ireland's leading provider of school-age childcare. For over a decade, we have been offering exceptional before and after school programmes, as well as holiday programmes.
Holiday HQ
Running at over 40 venues every school holiday - Holiday HQ is the ultimate destination for children looking for an unforgettable break from the school routine. From exciting outdoor escapades to creative workshops, cooking classes and interactive learning sessions – our expert programme team provide a dynamic blend of engaging activities and enriching experiences. Each holiday season at Holiday HQ brings a new theme with a variety of exciting activities every day ensuring sure no two days are the same, and there’s something for everyone. We’re the experts in fun!
Explore Holiday HQMulti-Activity Holiday Programmes
Running at 18 of our amazing venues - our Programme Coordinators deliver amazing holiday activities that are diverse and full of excitement. With enriching activity categories spanning arts and crafts, music, drama, and cooking sessions, children will enjoy a multi-activity experience like no other. Our holiday programmes allow kids the freedom to play and explore their interests while engaging in educational and captivating activities tailored to their curiosity. We strive to create an enriching experience where children can learn new skills, forge lasting friendships, stay active, and, most importantly—have fun!
Explore Multi-Activity ProgrammesNew to Sherpa Kids?
Our passionate team of Garda-vetted, professionally trained staff are ready to welcome your child and immerse them in an exciting world of new opportunities. Find out more about Sherpa Kids and how to register your child in our Before, After School & Holiday Programmes today!
How to register
Find out more about how to register your child at our Before & After School Programmes. Registration is easy and free.
Affordable Childcare
Supporting Families with NCS Applications We proudly support the National Childcare Scheme (NCS), providing all families with access to high-quality childcare at an affordable price in our Before School, After School, and Holiday Programmes. Each child will be entitled to receive a minimum of €2.14 per hour from September 2024 deducted from their childcare bill.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, all School Age Childcare services are required to register with Tusla as they are our regulator and inspector. We also inspect our own services at least once a year to make sure that our own stringent standards are being adhered to.