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The most popular activities for children in Ipswich are swimming, cricket and dance, with 250 local providers.

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Group Swimming Lessons - Stage 4

Places Leisure

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Group Swimming Lessons - Stage 4 at Leiston Leisure Centre. Schedule: Weekly from 02 October 2026, 16:30 - 17:00. Teacher: Trina B.. Class size: 10 places. Venue: Leiston Leisure Centre, IP16 4LS. Book online at placesleisurenew.courseprogress.co.uk

swimming
• IP16 4LS• Friday 16:30–17:00• 30 minutes• In Person• Ages 5–9

Trampolining - British Gymnastics - 8-10y Levels 1-12

Everyone Active

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Trampolining - British Gymnastics - 8-10y Levels 1-12 at Mid Suffolk Leisure Centre. Saturday at 09:40. Venue: Gainsborough Road, Stowmarket IP14 1LH. Phone: 0144 967 4980. Email: MidSuffolkInfo@everyoneactive.com. Book at joinonline.everyoneactive.com/lessons

gymnastics
• IP14 1LH• Saturday 09:40• In Person

babyballet Suffolk South — Tinies

babyballet

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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. Now taking bookings for three week trials (£24) starting up to and including Monday 2nd November.. Venue: (BURY ST EDMUNDS) Great Whelnetham Community Centre (IP30 0TX). Term: 2026 Autumn Sept - Dec

ballet
• IP30 0TX• 35 minutes• In Person• Ages 1–3

Water Babies Child Swimming — Holiday Inn – Ipswich

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: Ipswich Holiday Inn, London Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 0UA. waterbabies.co.uk

swimming
• IP2 0UA• 30 minutes• In Person• Ages 4–7

Dynamos Cricket - Stradbroke CC

£50.00

ECB All Stars Cricket

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Dynamos Cricket provides boys and girls from 8-11 years old with non-stop fun. Each week there will be a focus on a different cricket skill to build their confidence and ability, before they take part in a 60-ball countdown cricket match. Sessions run on Sundays at 11:15 - 12:15. Course dates: Sun, 3 May - Sun, 21 Jun 2026. Coach: Matthew Wise. Contact: straddyvikings@gmail.com, 07796465347.

cricket
• IP21 5JN• Sunday 11:15–12:15• In Person• Ages 8–11

Breakfast Wraparound Care - Dale Hall Community Primary School

Premier Education

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At Premier Education, we provide fun, safe, and reliable childcare before and after school. Every session takes place on the school premises, with stimulating and creative activities which support the school ethos and deliver the highest standards of care. A stimulating start to the day! Our doors open bright and early for children to get ready for the day ahead. The included breakfast is healthy and nutritious, providing your little one with the best possible start to the school day. With foods that are rich in grains, fibre, and protein, and low in added sugar children benefit from a boost to attention span, concentration, and memory - And of course, all dietary requirements are catered for. The Premier Education team create a positive environment which allows children to best prepare for the school day. They provide a variety of fun and stimulating activities which promote social interaction with other children. Ages: Reception (4/5 Years old) - Year 6 (10/11 Years old). Running Mon

sports
• IP1 4LX• In Person• Ages 4–11

2nd Mid Suffolk - Anchor Section

On request

The Boys' Brigade

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The Boys' Brigade Anchor Section for ages 5-8. 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
• IP14 1ES• Tuesday 6–7.15pm• In Person• Ages 5–8

1379 (Leiston)

Free

RAF Air Cadets

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Air Cadets - Cadet life is all about challenge, excitement and adventure. Cadets have many opportunities including UK and overseas camps, leadership courses, air experience flights and pilot training. The focus is always on enjoying yourself while improving your skills.

uniformed-groups
• IP16 4DQ• In Person• Ages 12–20

Jo Darby Theatre School

£4.006.50

ClubHub UK

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Jo Darby Theatre School has been running for 6 years in Ipswich under the direction of Jo Darby. Jo traveled the world as a professional dancer for 10 years and then wanted to pass that knowledge and experience onto the younger generation. The main aim of the school is FUN and CONFIDENCE BUILDING whilst working towards an annual Summer and Christmas show!! Classes start with “Tiny Ballerinas” from ages 18 months – 3 years on Monday mornings with a parent/carer and include ballet, singing, props

drama-theatre
• IP4 5SU• Monday, Thursday, Saturday Various• In Person• Ages 8–18

Baby Sensory - IP5 2EN

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
• IP5 2EN• In Person• Ages 0–1

Kip McGrath Ipswich West

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Kip McGrath

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Kip McGrath Ipswich West provides personalised tutoring for children aged 5–18. Services: In-Centre Tutoring, Online Tutoring. Contact: Reenu Gupta.

tuition
• IP1 1SL• In Person & Online• Ages 5–18

Bury St Edmunds HC

Contact club

England Hockey

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Regular Club. Open / Men / Boys, Women / Girls. Sessions: U8, U10, U12, U14, U16, Back To Hockey, Open / come and try session, Club Training, Social Hockey (Pay and Play), Summer League, Masters Ages: Adult, Teen, Junior Contact: secretary@bsehockeyclub.co.uk

hockey
• IP28 6TX• In Person• Ages 5–99

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Christmas holiday clubs in Ipswich 2026

All Stars Cricket - Ipswich & East Suffolk CC

£50.00

ECB All Stars Cricket

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All Stars Holiday Camps provide fun-filled, action packed cricket sessions where kids are guaranteed to develop new skills like catching, throwing, batting and bowling, while making friends along the way. The camps provide the same content as the weekly sessions condensed into a shorter timeframe. Coach: Louis Blanchard. Contact: donald@simbasportsproducts.co.uk, 07952108885.

cricket
• IP2 0BP• In Person• Ages 5–8🌞 Holiday

Camp Crusoe – Junior Residential Summer Camp (Ages 8–11, Thetford Forest)

from £699 (UK) / £899 (international)

Camp Crusoe

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Camp Crusoe: Ofsted-registered residential summer camp for Junior Campers aged 8–11 in Thetford Forest, Norfolk. Week-long sessions (Sunday to Saturday). Activity-packed days: water sports, kayaking, paddleboarding, archery, den building, fire starting, drama, photography, high ropes and woodland exploration. All activities included; all on-site. Ofsted-registered British residential summer camp in Thetford Forest, Norfolk. Max 80 campers per session; known by name. Activities all on-site — no c

outdoor
• IP24 2SA• 1 week (residential, Sun–Sat)• In Person• Ages 8–11🌞 Holiday

PGL Adventure Holidays – Bawdsey Manor (Suffolk Coast)

From £209 per stay (accommodation, meals and activities included)

PGL Adventure Holidays

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PGL Adventure Holidays residential camp at Bawdsey Manor, Suffolk Heritage Coast IP12. Ages 8–16; 2–7 night stays; from £209. Magnificent Grade II listed manor on the Deben Estuary; 140+ acres of grounds and woodland; spectacular coastal views. 40+ activities; 3 meals/day; accommodation and equipment included. Ofsted registered; 24/7 care; childcare vouchers and Klarna accepted. Easter, May, Summer and October holidays. See adventureholidays.pgl.co.uk.

outdoor
• IP12 3AZ• In Person• Ages 8–16🌞 Holiday

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Questions about kids' activities in Ipswich

How many children's activities are there in Ipswich?

BusyKids lists 971 children's activities in Ipswich from 250 local providers. The biggest categories are swimming, cricket and dance.

What are the most popular kids' activities in Ipswich?

By number of listings, the most popular activities in Ipswich are Swimming (315), Cricket (117), Dance (86), Football (86) and Martial Arts & Self-Defence (52).

Are there holiday clubs in Ipswich?

Yes. There are 6 holiday clubs and camps listed in Ipswich. The next school break is the Christmas holiday 2026.

Are there activities for toddlers and teenagers in Ipswich?

Yes. 392 activities in Ipswich are open to babies and toddlers aged 0–4, and 397 to teenagers aged 12–16.

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