Most working adults get 4 to 5 weeks of holiday a year, whereas children get around 12. Holidays are expensive, too and even just keeping your child busy during the day can cost a small fortune.
If there are two of you looking after the children, it can be easier. But if there’s just the one of you, you’ll need to look for help. Can your parents or brothers and sisters help with childcare? Can you take turns to look after the children with friends?
There may also be clubs and activity groups in your area. Your child’s school or your local library should have information on:
• kids clubs, playgroups, etc…
• athletics or football clubs which run daily summer activities.