I help run an afterschool club and used to run holiday clubs previously. 'Playworkers' will say let children do want they want when they want ( within reason). Yes, do a little planning that will cover you for Ofsted if they visit, but ask the children what they would like to do (say ) next week and try and do those activities. Mine like making jelly and angel delight, making Rocky Road, Hama Beads, decorating plates and masks. Our new theme is the Olympics. So we making bunting, flags, medals, trying different sports. Pick a theme and then brainstorm from that. It is amazing what the children can think of.
Good luck.
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