Club Hub Awards 2026

Attraction or Venue of the Year

Sponsored by Your Video Team Ltd

For a business in the children’s activities industry who has their own venue. This can include baby class leaders and gymnastics teachers who have their own premises, but also attractions, event companies, cafes, zoos and farms.

Your Video Team empowers your business with exceptional video content that goes beyond traditional communication to captivate and engage your audience.

Our approach involves not just creating content, but meticulously planning and distributing videos tailored to resonate with your viewers.

By transforming your key messages into compelling visual narratives, we support your growth and amplify your brand’s unique story and values. Experience innovative solutions that connect you deeply with your audience, fostering lasting relationships and driving tangible results.

Let your story unfold, enhancing your digital presence and elevating your impact.

Your Video Team ~ Making You The Hero Of Your Brand.

https://www.yourvideoteam.co.uk/

Biggest Growth of the Year

Sponsored by Book That In

For a business in the children’s activities industry that has increased their number of bookings significantly or has shown they have made huge growth in their business in the past year.

Designed with children’s activity providers in mind, Book That In is the online booking system that gives you powerful booking functionality at small business prices, so you can really compete with the big boys. Dedicated to being the best booking system in the UK at helping you to grow, the intuitive and easy-to-use platform looks great on your website, is hugely flexible, and helps you to attract new customers.

Learn more and book a demo at bookthatin.com – quote CLUBHUB to claim a free done-for-you migration service worth £99.

Community Champion of the Year

Sponsored by Little Legs

For a business in the children’s activities industry that supports their local community by organising events for them or raising money for local causes or being involved with local schools and businesses.

Kirstie Mackintosh is the founder of Little Legs Ltd, a unique franchise supporting families from bump, baby and beyond. Inspired by her own journey through postnatal depression, Kirstie created Little Legs to give parents a safe, welcoming community where no one has to pretend they’re “fine” when they’re not.

Little Legs is now the UK’s only all-in-one provider offering Baby Massage, Baby Yoga, Pregnancy Yoga, Baby Sign, Sensory Classes, Toddler Workshops, and Paediatric First Aid — all under one roof. In just eight years, Kirstie has grown the business to 30 locations nationwide, supporting more than 20,000 families.

Her mission is simple: to build villages of care that strengthen bonds, reduce isolation, and empower every parent and child.

https://littlelegsltd.co.uk/

Entrepreneur of the Year

Sponsored by Jigsaw Perfroming Arts

For a person who has worked in the children’s activities industry for more than 3 years at the time of the Club Hub Event on 9th May 2026.

Set up in 1995, Jigsaw has over 30 years of experience delivering high-quality performing arts classes that are built for every child.

From day one, Jigsaw was designed to be more than just a place to learn drama, singing, and dance, it was created to be a place to belong. A safe, welcoming environment where children can grow in confidence, build friendships, and express themselves freely.

Our approach is inclusive and child-centred, recognising that every child learns and develops in their own unique way. Whether a child dreams of the spotlight or simply wants to try something new, we provide the encouragement, and expert guidance to help them flourish. At Jigsaw, we support each student as an individual, helping them discover their strengths, explore their creativity, and take pride in their personal journey.

https://www.jigsaw-arts.co.uk/

Family Business of the Year

Sponsored by Teddy Mountain

For a business in the children’s activities industry with 2 or more members from the same family running it. (Siblings, Husband and Wife, Mum and Daughter etc.)

Ryan Davies is the owner of Teddy Mountain, the world’s largest Make-A-Bear wholesaler.

With a passion for fun, family experiences, and high-quality products, Ryan has expanded Teddy Mountain beyond its signature bear-building products to offer a wide range of engaging activities for activity resellers — from Sand Art workshops and Fluid Bears parties to seasonal events and interactive retail experiences.

His entrepreneurial vision and customer-first approach have made him a trusted partner in the leisure, tourism, and retail industries, and a leading name in the global plush toy market.

https://www.teddymountain.co.uk/services-business-packages/

Franchise of the Year with up to 15 Franchisees

Sponsored by Trustist

For a franchise with up to 15 franchisees that shows they have the whole package of a ready made business in the children’s activities industry that will excel. Only the creator/owner of the franchise can enter this category.

Trustist help businesses by aggregating reviews from all platforms into one easy-to-understand rating, leading to Trustist becoming one of the most widely used review platforms in the children’s activities industry. The Trustist Reviews platform is designed to be straight forward, providing a solution for easy collection and management of reviews through which businesses can expect to get more traffic to their website and more reviews to show off to potential customers!

Recently, the Trustist team have created two new products, TrustistTransfer and TrustistEcommerce, which aim to streamline the payment collection process for all businesses. By using Open Banking technology, TrustistTransfer and TrustistEcommerce allow businesses to benefit from reduced transaction fees, improving their payment processes and keeping their business safe with 0% risk of chargebacks! In early 2024, TrustistTransfer integrated with Apple Pay and Google Pay to enable customers to use their smartphones to complete payments.

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Franchise of the Year with more than 15 Franchisees

Sponsored by SuperCamps

For a franchise with more than 15 franchisees that shows they have the whole package of a ready made business in the children’s activities industry that will excel. Only the creator/owner of the franchise can enter this category.

Kirsty Farrar-Hockley is the Director of SuperCamps. In her 15 year journey with SuperCamps so far she has grown all the way from an activity instructor on camp, to Director of the whole company!

In 2026, SuperCamps proudly celebrates 30 years of inspiring holiday experiences for children aged 3*–12. Since 1996, we’ve combined care, creativity, and play to create safe, engaging environments where children grow in confidence, make friends, and build lasting memories—supporting thousands of families nationwide year after year.

Alongside our core camps, we are proud of the specialist partnerships that bring unique expertise in sport, the arts, STEM and more. These collaborations enrich our programmes and ensure every child discovers something to spark their curiosity.

https://www.supercamps.co.uk/

Franchisee of the Year

Sponsored by Pink Lily Accounting

For a person who has bought a franchise license in the children’s activities industry and made it a big success.

At Pink Lily Accounting Solutions, we support children’s activity providers, franchisees, and small business owners who bring joy, confidence, and connection to families across the UK.

Having owned and run a children’s activity franchise, I understand the juggle behind the scenes. That’s why we offer reliable, personalised bookkeeping and accountancy services that make financial management less overwhelming and more empowering.

From staying compliant, understanding your numbers and the profitability of your classes to planning for growth, we’re here to help you run a thriving business, with integrity, clarity, and a good dash of calm.

We’re proud to sponsor the Franchisee of the Year award, celebrating those who are not only building successful businesses, but making a real difference in the lives of children and families in their communities.

https://www.pinklilyaccounting.co.uk/

BRAND NEW: Inclusive Business of the Year

Sponsored by Blackwells.Biz

For a business that shows it offers an inclusive service to families across the UK. (SEND, anti-racism, gender, family participation, financial).

Jen was born with Down’s syndrome and says, “With the right support at the right time we can go further and further”.

Out of frustration, with Jen already 28, the Blackwells created DanceSyndrome in 2009, where everyone matters and all are encouraged to lead happy, healthy and purposeful lives.

Jen, Sue and DanceSyndrome are international multi-award-winning leaders of change, disrupting the status quo and challenging perceptions and systems where necessary. They live life from the foundation of the art of the possible, whatever label or perceived ability are attached to ourselves or others, by taking one step at a time.

The Blackwells encourage everyone to follow their dreams. Jen’s mantra, ‘Dream, Believe, Achieve’ is available to everyone no matter the label, financial resources, perceived ability or cultural background.

https://blackwells.biz/inclusion/

Independent Business of the Year

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Not a franchise but an independent business in the children’s activities industry.

Leader of the Year

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For a person who manages a team of people, whether that is someone who is head of a franchise or head of marketing or any lead role in the children’s activities industry. This person must have been managing this same team for more than 2 years at the time of the Club Hub Event on 9th May 2026.

Lifetime Achievement Award

Sponsored by Morton Michel Insurance

For a person who has worked in the children’s activities industry for more than 10 years at the time of the Club Hub Event on 9th May 2026, who has made a significant impact on hundreds of children’s lives.

Morton Michel has been working with and supporting the Children’s Activities sector for nearly fifty years so we fully understand the importance that children’s activity providers bring to a child’s learning and development. Our specialist Children’s Activity policy can be tailored to meet individual requirements and includes a wide range of cover, as well as a package of additional benefits designed to support you and your business.

www.mortonmichel.com/childrens-activity-providers-insurance

Non-Profit Business of the Year

Sponsored by fundin

A charity, CIC, social enterprise or non-profit business in the children’s activities industry.

Solo Star of the Year

Sponsored by STEAM Educators’ Staff Room

For a person in the children’s activities industry that runs their business completely by themselves. For example no class leaders, no marketing, no social media, no franchise or admin support.

The STEAM Educators’ Staff Room is a multi-award-winning online community for educators, tutors, content creators, and small business owners working across Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths (STEAM).

Founded in 2023 by Carrie Ann Booth, the group now has over 1,000 members and is known as “the friendliest staff room on social media.” Built on collaboration, connection, and confidence, it provides mentorship (via The Catalyst Club), connection (through the Full STEAM Ahead conference), and practical support through courses and peer-led mentoring. More than a Facebook group, it’s a movement helping STEAM educators grow, connect, and feel seen.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/steameducatorsstaffroom/

Start-Up of the Year

Sponsored by Daisy First Aid

For a business in the children’s activities industry who are no more than 3 years old at the time of the event 9th May 2026.

Daisy First Aid believes that every children’s activity provider should have access to great quality, affordable paediatric first aid training.

If a child has an accident or becomes poorly in a class we want both the activity provider and the carer to feel confident that the child is given the best care before medical professionals take over.

We are so proud to yet again sponsor these amazing awards and meet so many incredible businesses.

www.daisyfirstaid.com/

Supplier of the Year

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For a business that supplies a children’s activity business any type of support, service or system. For example bookings, admin, insurance and training.

The Top 100 Children’s Activity Providers list is back for 2026 and is offered as an additional entry option for Club Hub members. The Top 100 is a standalone, judged entry. There is a separate panel of judges and the focus will be on 5 key areas: Activity Benefits, Safeguarding, Inclusivity, Community Impact and Business Achievements.

Top 100 applications are open to individual children’s activity providers. You must be personally teaching classes or running activities in the UK. 

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