Chess Club

Chess for ages 5–14 at Active Minds Clubs — delivered in a fun, supportive and inclusive environment in Harrow.

£31per day
8–48am to 4pm
5–14years old
Half & fulldays available
Education & Empowerment

About our Chess club

Helps children develop strategic thinking, concentration, and problem-solving skills through fun and challenging chess games. Pupils build confidence, patience, and decision-making abilities in a supportive and engaging environment.

Every session at Active Minds is designed to be enjoyable and stimulating, so children play with purpose, think boldly and grow every day.

  • DBS-checked, first-aid trained staff
  • Safe, inclusive and supportive for every child
  • Only £31 per day · 8am to 4pm · half days and full days
Children playing chess
What children gain

Skills & strengths they build

Strategic thinking
Concentration
Problem-solving
Confidence
Patience
Decision-making
In action

Chess at Active Minds

Children working together on a tablet
Chess
Children reading together
Chess
Children building circuits
Chess

Education & Empowerment

Our Education and Empowerment Clubs encourage children to think independently, communicate effectively, and explore their potential across a range of academic and personal development areas. From sharpening reasoning and problem-solving skills to building leadership, creativity, and entrepreneurial thinking, each club is structured to engage children actively while nurturing curiosity and self-belief. Delivered through interactive, age-appropriate sessions, our clubs promote participation, collaboration, and growth and together, aim to equip children with the confidence and skills they need to succeed both in and beyond the classroom.

FAQs

Good to know

How much does the Chess club cost?

Only £31 per day. Half days and full days are available, with week session discounts.

What are the hours?

Our clubs run from 8am to 4pm.

What ages can join?

Children aged 5 to 14 years.

Where does it take place?

Inside Marlborough Primary School, Marlborough Hill, Harrow HA1 1UJ.

When is the next holiday club?

October half term: Monday 26th – Friday 30th October 2026. Bookings are open and spaces are limited. See the half-term timetable for each day.

Who looks after my child?

Our clubs are delivered by DBS-checked, first-aid trained staff with experience working in educational settings.

Book the Chess club

Spaces are limited for October half term — book your child’s place today.