Primary Times - the definitive what’s on and where to go family guide of activities and events for children of primary school age. Things to do with your kids during the school holidays including arts and craft activities, music and theatre for children, parties, competitions, days out, and family attractions along with term time drama schools, dance classes, after school clubs and sports activities. Things to do at a place near you!
Things to do with kids in Tees Valley
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Take me to the Forest Festival
5th March-5th November 2025
Venue: Errington Woods
Address: Errington Woods, Guisborough TS11 8AN
On these few short days in May, when the veil is thinnest between our world and one where nature reigns wild and free, let us take your hand and take you to the forest. This is a world steeped in symbolism,...
WOODLAND WELLBEING SESSION (for parent/carers)
1st May-1st December 2025
Venue: Flatts Lane Centre & Guisborough Forest & Walkway
NATURE CUBS (1 - 6 years)
6th May-15th July 2025
Time: 9:45am - 11:15pm
Venue: Green Gates Family Hub - Redcar
Address: Keilder Close, Redcar, TS10 4HS
Tuesday's AM (term time) A fabulous session where your child can enjoy lots of free play in the sand pit, mud kitchen, use the balancing equipment, plus there are activities such as painting, playdough,...
NATURE EXPLORERS (children with additional needs - all ages)
6th May-25th July 2025
Time: 1pm - 3pm
Venue: Tees Valley Wildlife Trust
Address: Margrove Heritage Centre Margrove Park, Boosbeck, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, TS12 3BZ
Friday's PM (term time) This session is for children and young people with additional needs and their families, all ages are welcome. Families can enjoy some forest school fun; typical activities...
NATURE RANGERS (Home Ed)
6th May-25th July 2025
Time: 12:30pm - 3pm
Venue: Tees Valley Wildlife Trust
Address: Margrove Heritage Centre Margrove Park, Boosbeck, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, TS12 3BZ
Once- twice a month - Thursday's A session for home educating families to enjoy some forest school fun; typical activities may include lots of digging and mixing with mud kitchen resources, scavenger...
Get active together!
Explore fun ways to keep fit this summer with the exciting ‘Mo’s Mission’ initiative.
Join the Big Butterfly Count
Learn about the wildlife on your doorstep and inspire a love of nature in curious young minds.
Enjoy every muddy, magical moment!
Primary Times puts together some hacks and tips for families as festival season approaches…
The Summer Reading Challenge is back
This year’s theme is Story Garden: Adventures in Nature and the Great Outdoors!