Youth Ambition Summer Programme 2026
Looking for something to do over the summer holidays?
Youth Ambition is running a free four-week summer programme for young people aged 11 to 17, offering a wide range of activities in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment.
The programme is free to attend and includes lunch each day at our daytime summer programme venues.
Dates
24 July to 21 August 2026
Summer programme locations
Littlemore Community Centre
Location: Giles Road, Oxford, OX4 4NL
Days: Monday to Thursday
Times: 12noon to 4pm
Details:
- free summer programme
- ages 11 to 17
- lunch included
- registration required
Register for Littlemore sessions online
Northway Community Centre
Location: Dora Carr Close, Oxford, OX3 9RU
Days: Monday to Thursday
Times: 12 noon to 4pm
Details:
- free summer programme
- ages 11 to 17
- lunch included
- registration required
Register for Northway sessions online
Leys Youth Hub
Location: Blackbird Leys Leisure Centre, Pegasus Road, Oxford, OX4 6JL
Days and times:
- Monday to Wednesday: 5pm to 7pm
- Friday: 3pm to 6pm
Details:
- free youth club
- ages 11 to 17
- snacks provided
- no booking required
Multi-sports at Blackbird Leys Leisure Centre
Activities: Football and basketball
Location: Blackbird Leys Leisure Centre, Pegasus Road, Oxford, OX4 6JL
Days: Every Friday
Times:
- Ages 11 to 14: 3pm to 4.30pm
- Ages 15 to 17: 4.30pm to 6pm
Details:
- free sessions
- no booking required
Weekly themes
Each week has a different theme, offering young people the opportunity to try new activities, develop new skills and make new friends.
- Welcome and connect - meet new people, build friendships and take part in team games, challenges and icebreakers
- Create and inspire - enjoy arts and crafts, painting, candle making, tote bag and mug decorating, baking and other creative workshops
- Explore the world - celebrate different cultures through food, music, games and traditions from around the world
- Feel good week - take part in sports, outdoor activities, healthy cooking and activities that promote positive physical and mental wellbeing
What to expect
Young people can enjoy a variety of activities throughout the programme, including creative workshops, sports, cooking, music, games and outdoor activities.
As with all Youth Ambition sessions, planned activities are optional. Young people are welcome to join the advertised activity or choose from a range of alternative youth club activities available each day, providing a relaxed space to socialise, build confidence and make new friends.
Booking
Places at Littlemore Community Centre and Northway Community Centre are limited, so registration is required.
There is no need to book for Leys Youth Hub or multi-sports, young people can simply come along and join in.
