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Kids' Clubs, Classes & Activities in Croydon

500+ activities from 58 local providers, for ages 0–21

The most popular activities for children in Croydon are swimming, performing arts and cricket, with 58 local providers.

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Swim School - Foundation ( 4 years and over)

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Swim School - Foundation ( 4 years and over) at Waddon Leisure Centre. Schedule: Weekly from 02 October 2026, 16:45 - 17:15. Teacher: Kate P.. Class size: 32 places. Venue: Waddon Leisure Centre, CR0 4RG. Phone: 020 8760 0657. Email: waddon@GLL.ORG. Book online at betterflow.courseprogress.co.uk

swimming
• CR0 4RG• Friday 16:45–17:15• 30 minutes• In Person• Ages 4+

Army Cadets — Greater london south west sector acf, Greater london south west sector acf

Army Cadets

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The Army Cadet Force offers young people aged 12-18 adventure training, fieldcraft, and personal development. County/Battalion: Greater london south west sector acf. Address: Army Reserve Centre Marlpit Lane Coulsdon Surrey CR5 2HD.

uniformed-groups
• CR5 2HD• In Person• Ages 12–18

babyballet Crystal Palace and Forest Hill — Tappers

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babyballet Tinies classes for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years with a parent or carer. Children explore creative movement, basic ballet positions and imaginative play through stories and songs. Builds confidence, balance and social skills.. Venue: CP: Salvation Army (58-60 Westow St, London SE19 3AF)

ballet
• SE19 3AF• Thursday 11:30• 15 minutes• In Person• Ages 1–3

KidsArtRoom - Teen Art Classes & GCSE/A-Level Support (11-16)

KidsArtRoom

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Art classes for teenagers in South London (Purley) including GCSE and A Level art support and portfolio preparation. Students develop artistic skills, build confidence, and enjoy creative expression. Drawing, painting, mixed media, clay and sculpture. Small groups with professional tuition. Location: Purley, South London CR8 Schedule: After school and weekends (small groups)

visual-arts-design
• CR8 2HA• In Person• Ages 11–16

All Stars Cricket - Sanderstead CC

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ECB All Stars Cricket

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All Stars Cricket provides non-stop fun for all children aged 5-8 years old. The activity and game based programme is suitable for all skill levels, providing your child with the foundations to begin a lifelong love of physical activity and cricket, while making friends in a safe and enjoyable environment. Sessions run on Fridays at 17:45 - 18:30. Course dates: Fri, 15 May - Fri, 3 Jul 2026. Coach: Jason Moore. Contact: chair@sandersteadcricket.club, 07980815748.

cricket
• CR2 9EA• Friday 17:45–18:30• In Person• Ages 5–8

Drama Kids – Croydon (Park Hill)

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ClubHub UK

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We are a drama academy that focuses on the development of young people, through dynamic and curriculum-driven drama classes. Our Croydon (Park Hill) class runs every Thursday during term time with classes for ages 5-8 (years 1-3), ages 8-11 (years 4-6) and ages 11-18 (years 7-13). We also hold a LAMDA class here. With 45 years of global expertise, our award-winning approach ensures students acquire invaluable life skills. Join us on a journey where creativity meets education, making a lasting im

drama-theatre
• CR0 5NQ• Thursdays during term time Lower Primary (ages 5-8/years 1-3) - 4-5pm, Upper Primary (ages 8-11/years 4-6) - 5-6pm, Youth Theatre (ages 11-18/years 7-13) - 6-7pm, LAMDA (ages 8-18) - 7-8pm• In Person• Ages 4–18

BRIT Master Classes - Screen Acting

The BRIT School

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Intensive master class in Screen Acting at The BRIT School. Taught by BRIT School teachers and industry professionals. Learn techniques for acting on camera in a focused, intensive environment during May half-term. Dates: 26th - 28th May 2026 Location: The BRIT School, 60 The Crescent, Croydon, CR0 2HN

visual-arts-design
• CR0 2HN• In Person• Ages 10–18🌞 Holiday

Water Babies Child Swimming — Nuffield Health Croydon Fitness & Wellbeing Gym

Water Babies

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Water Babies Child Swimming classes (Age 4+, Finn). Children swim strong and swim safe as they start to swim more independently. They become more adventurous in the water as they collect their Water Babies Treasures to become Swimvincible. Maximum 10 children per class. 30-minute weekly lessons. Venue: 619 Colonnades, 1 Purley Way, Croydon, CR0 4RJ. waterbabies.co.uk

swimming
• CR0 4RJ• 30 minutes• In Person• Ages 4–7

Baby Sensory - CR0 7EB

WOW World Group

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Baby Sensory®, the multi-award winning sensory classes for babies from birth to 13 months. Why attend one of our award-winning Baby Sensory® classes?

baby-classes
• CR0 7EB• In Person• Ages 0–1

14th Croydon - Junior Section

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The Boys' Brigade

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The Boys' Brigade Junior Section for ages 8-11. The Boys' Brigade is a Christian youth organisation that helps young people develop skills, confidence and faith through fun activities, sports, and community service.

uniformed-groups
• CR0 8EH• Friday 6.15pm–7.15pm• In Person• Ages 8–11

After School Tennis Club - Crown Lane Primary School

Premier Education

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As well as learning plenty of social skills, getting physically active and having great fun with friends, your child will also learn the key attributes to develop and sometimes excel in the sport. Your child will learn the following key sporting skills: • Techniques • Forearm • Backhand • Volley • Serving • Fundamental movement skills • Rules • Tactics • Perseverance • Independence Ages: Year 3 (7/8 Years old) - Year 6 (10/11 Years old). Running Mon 9th November 2026 to Mon 7th December 2026. Times: 15:30 – 16:30. Days: M.

tennis
• SW16 3HX• In Person• Ages 7–11

Kip McGrath Purley

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Kip McGrath

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Kip McGrath Purley provides personalised tutoring for children aged 5–18. Services: In-Centre Tutoring, Online Tutoring. Contact: ZAHRA HUSSAIN.

tuition
• CR8 4DB• In Person & Online• Ages 5–18

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Swim School Short Courses - Junior Foundation - Top Up Class ( Over 4yrs)

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Swim School Short Courses - Junior Foundation - Top Up Class ( Over 4yrs) at South Norwood Leisure Centre. Schedule: Daily Mon, 26 October 2026 - Fri, 30 October 2026, 09:30 - 10:00. Teacher: Abbie B.. Class size: 8 places. Venue: South Norwood Leisure Centre, SE25 4PT. Phone: 020 8662 9464. Email: southnorwood@GLL.ORG. Book online at betterflow.courseprogress.co.uk

swimming
• SE25 4PT• 30 minutes• In Person• Ages 4+🌞 Holiday

BRIT Master Classes - Screen Acting

The BRIT School

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Intensive master class in Screen Acting at The BRIT School. Taught by BRIT School teachers and industry professionals. Learn techniques for acting on camera in a focused, intensive environment during May half-term. Dates: 26th - 28th May 2026 Location: The BRIT School, 60 The Crescent, Croydon, CR0 2HN

visual-arts-design
• CR0 2HN• In Person• Ages 10–18🌞 Holiday

Barracudas School holiday coding course in Streatham - Summer Camp

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Barracudas

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Roblox - Streatham and Clapham has now finished for this year. Roblox - Streatham and Clapham has now finished for this year. Does your child love playing video games and wants to create their own one day? Standard hours 8.30am-5.30pm, with Early & Late Club options (8am-6pm).

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• SW16 1AW• Monday-Friday 08:30–17:30• 9h• Ages 4–14🌞 Holiday

Kids Holiday Camp — Good Food Matters

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Good Food Matters

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Fun-filled holiday camps for young people at Good Food Matters, a community charity in Croydon. Camps run most school holidays and incorporate cooking, gardening, nature activities, play and crafting. Often run in partnership with local organisations including GO WILD, Knowledge and Practice and Revivify CiC. Set in a purpose-built eco teaching kitchen on 1.5 acres of bio-diverse green space. Dates announced on the Good Food Matters What's On page — book early as places go fast.

cookery
• CR0 0PN• School holiday sessions• In Person• Ages 6–16🌞 Holiday

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Questions about kids' activities in Croydon

How many children's activities are there in Croydon?

BusyKids lists 586 children's activities in Croydon from 58 local providers. The biggest categories are swimming, performing arts and cricket.

What are the most popular kids' activities in Croydon?

By number of listings, the most popular activities in Croydon are Swimming (266), Performing Arts (66), Cricket (37), Sports & Fitness (28) and Uniformed Groups (23).

Are there holiday clubs in Croydon?

Yes. There are 44 holiday clubs and camps listed in Croydon. The next school break is the Christmas holiday 2026.

Are there activities for toddlers and teenagers in Croydon?

Yes. 227 activities in Croydon are open to babies and toddlers aged 0–4, and 288 to teenagers aged 12–16.

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