Sunshine Squad Is Back, A Smarter Way to Keep Children Engaged This SummerThe summer holidays are a time for children to switch off, explore, and enjoy a well-earned break.But for many families, there’s still a concern in the background, how do we keep children engaged without turning summer into school?That’s exactly where Sunshine Squad comes in.
Programme Overview
Established in 2023, the Sunshine Squad Award is designed for children aged 3 to 12 across Early Years and Primary, including KS1 and KS2. Priced at 60 AED per child and available across the UAE, the programme offers an accessible and flexible approach to summer engagement that supports both families and educators.
No More Holiday Learning Loss
Sunshine Squad offers a simple, effective way to keep children active, curious, and confident over the summer, without pressure, routines, or worksheets.
It’s not about “doing more school.
It’s about helping children:
● Stay curious
● Try new things
● Build independence
● Keep key skills ticking over in a natural, enjoyable way
20 Engaging Challenges for Ages 3 to 12
Designed for children from Early Years through to the end of Primary, Sunshine Squad includes:
● 20 carefully designed challenges
● Suitable for ages 3 to 12
● Activities that feel fun, not forced
Each challenge is rooted in real-life learning and covers areas such as:
● Creativity
● Problem solving
● Discovery
● Health and wellbeing
● Life skills
Supporting Core Skills, Without the Pressure
For children in Primary year groups, Sunshine Squad also includes elements that support English and Maths in a GL-style approach, but delivered in a way that feels engaging and accessible.
This means:
● Light-touch English activities to keep reading, comprehension, and writing skills active
● Fun, practical Maths challenges that build confidence through real-life application
● Opportunities to keep key skills fresh without formal lessons
It’s the perfect balance, helping children stay on track in core subjects while still enjoying their summer.
Guided, Simple, and Easy to Follow
Every challenge is supported with:
● Short, engaging videos
● Clear, child-friendly resource PDFs
● Practical instructions children can follow independently
Everything is designed to be accessible, flexible, and easy for families to use, wherever summer takes them.
Powered by Inspiring Partners
This year’s programme is enriched by a fantastic group of partners:
● Future Leaders Award
● Pubble
● Naturewave
● Squirrel
● The Curiosity Approach
● Magic Phill
Together, they bring creativity, expertise, and variety to the Award.
Flexible for Real Summer Life
No schedules. No deadlines. No pressure
● Instant sign-up
● Immediate login access
● Fully online platform with OFFLINE CHALLENGES
● Complete at your own pace
Children can dip in and out throughout the holidays, whether at home, travelling, or exploring outdoors.
A Summer That Works for Families
At just 60 AED per child, Sunshine Squad offers an affordable way to keep children engaged in a positive, purposeful way.
Set Them Up For The New Academic Year
Sunshine Squad doesn’t just support summer, it helps children return to school feeling:
● More confident
● Ready to learn
● Comfortable with core skills
● Proud of what they’ve achieved
Ready to find out how to launch Sunshine Squad in your school or nursery?
To learn more about the Sunshine Squad Spring or Summer Awards, please email in**@******ra.com. Alternatively, you can visit:
Further Reading:
- Creating a Bespoke Award, Why Term 2 Is the Right Time to Start
- Sunshine Squad: A Simple Spring Holiday Award That Supports Schools and Families