School Holiday Programmes in Wellington: Activities for Kids
School holidays are a great opportunity for children to explore new interests, build confidence and have fun outside the classroom. Whether your child enjoys art, science, sports, animals or hands-on creative projects, Wellington offers everything from art workshops and LEGO engineering programmes to wildlife experiences and sports-based activities.
Here are some of the organisations offering engaging activities for children and teens across the Wellington region.
Inverlochy Art School
For creative children who love making, drawing and experimenting with different materials, Inverlochy Art School regularly runs holiday workshops for a variety of age groups.
Programmes often include drawing, painting, sculpture, pottery, printmaking, sewing, jewellery making and mixed media projects. With both single-day and multi-day options available throughout the year, children can explore new skills while creating something uniquely their own.
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Inverlochy Art School
Fun with oil pastels & collage
Wellington
Thu, 1 Oct 2026
9:30 – 11:30 am
2 days
$55.00
per program
Ages 6-11
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Inverlochy Art School
Fundamentals of Drawing - Creative Arts Holiday Workshop
Wellington
Mon, 5 Oct 2026
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
2 days
$89.00
per program
Age 10+
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Inverlochy Art School
Sculpting with Clay - tweens & teens
Wellington
Wed, 7 Oct 2026
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
$59.00
per program
Age 10+
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Inverlochy Art School
Tessellation - Children's Creative Arts Holiday Workshop
Wellington
Fri, 2 Oct 2026
12:30 – 2:30 pm
$29.00
per program
Ages 6-11
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Inverlochy Art School
Intro to 2D Traditional Animation
Wellington
Wed, 30 Sep 2026
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
2 days
$89.00
per program
Age 10+
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Inverlochy Art School
Acrylic Painting Boot Camp
Wellington
Tue, 29 Sep 2026
4:00 – 6:00 pm
2 days
$89.00
per program
Ages 13-17
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Inverlochy Art School
Sewing - Creative Arts holiday programme
Wellington
Mon, 5 Oct 2026
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
2 days
$115.00
per program
Ages 10-16
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Inverlochy Art School
Jewellery making - Creative Arts holiday programme
Wellington
Fri, 2 Oct 2026
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
$110.00
per program
Age 13+
holiday programme
Inverlochy Art School
Sewing - Creative Arts holiday programme
Wellington
Wed, 30 Sep 2026
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
2 days
$115.00
per program
Ages 10-16
Wellington Zoo
Wellington Zoo's holiday programmes give children the opportunity to learn about animals, conservation and wildlife through interactive experiences.
These programmes combine education and fun, helping young animal lovers develop a deeper understanding of the natural world while enjoying behind-the-scenes activities and hands-on learning opportunities.
Bricks 4 Kidz Wellington
Using LEGO® as a learning tool, Bricks 4 Kidz programmes encourage creativity, problem-solving and teamwork.
Children can take part in themed building challenges, engineering projects and STEAM-based activities designed to make learning engaging and enjoyable during the school holidays.
Kelly Sports
Kelly Sports runs active holiday programmes for children aged 5–13 at locations in Porirua and Lower Hutt.
The programmes combine popular sports with themed activity days, group games and occasional local trips. Children can try activities such as basketball, football, cricket, floorball, rugby league, tennis and ultimate frisbee while developing new skills, confidence and teamwork.
At the Postgate School programme in Whitby, themed days include Basketball Blitz, Oodles of Noodles, Football Frenzy, Cricket Smash and Floorball Fury, alongside trips to Te Rauparaha Aquatic Centre and Aotea Lagoon. Full-day, school-day and half-day booking options are available, making the programme flexible for different family schedules.
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Kelly Sports
Kelly Sports Holiday Programme - Postgate School
Porirua
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Other dates available
$65.00
per day
Ages 5-13
holiday programme
Kelly Sports
Kelly Sports Holiday Programme - Hutt Indoor Sports
Lower Hutt
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Other dates available
$54.00
per day
Ages 5-13
Artrageous Kids
Artrageous Kids offers creative holiday programmes that encourage children to express themselves through art and craft.
Activities often explore a range of artistic techniques and materials, helping children build confidence while developing their creative skills in a supportive environment.
Wellington City Council Recreation Programmes
Many of Wellington's recreation centres offer school holiday programmes focused on active play, sports, games and social activities.
These programmes are a great option for families looking for full-day activities that keep children active, engaged and connected with others during the holidays.
Why Holiday Programmes Matter
School holiday programmes offer more than just childcare. They give children opportunities to discover new interests, develop practical skills, make friends and build confidence outside their usual school environment.
Whether your child is passionate about art, loves animals, enjoys building and creating or simply wants to stay active, there is likely a programme that matches their interests.
Find Holiday Programmes on ClassHub
Looking for holiday activities in Wellington? Browse holiday programmes, workshops and classes on ClassHub to discover options for children of different ages, interests and experience levels.
