School Fun Days

School Fun Day Hire in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland

Planning an end-of-term celebration, school sports day or PTA fundraising event? G Force Amusements provides school fun day hire throughout Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, supplying bouncy castles, inflatable games, children’s fairground rides, sports challenges and event food for schools of different sizes.

From a primary school rewarding pupils for their hard work to a post-primary school organising a large activity day, we can help you put together a programme that suits your pupils, available space, timetable and budget.

As a Belfast-based, family-run amusement hire company with more than ten years of experience, we understand that school events involve more than choosing exciting attractions. Teachers and PTA committees also need clear information about safety, supervision, equipment access, age restrictions and how activities will operate throughout the school day.

Our team can assist with individual attractions or a larger package, including delivery, installation, trained operators and the relevant safety documentation. We work with schools in Belfast, Derry/Londonderry, Dublin and many other locations throughout Ireland.

Six Ways to Fill Your School Fun Day with Activities

Different year groups have different interests and abilities. Our range allows schools to create separate activity areas for younger children, older pupils and visiting families, with equipment selected according to the relevant operating restrictions.

Bouncy Castles for Primary Schools

Our inflatable hire range includes colourful themed bouncy castles that work well for suitable younger pupils.

Choose from attractions such as the Disney Bouncy Castle, Spiderman Bouncy Castle and Ice Kingdom Bouncy Castle.

Inflatable Assault Courses

Give suitable older pupils a physical challenge with our Toxic Bootcamp Assault Course, available in 65ft, 129ft and 150ft configurations.

For climbing challenges, consider the Warrior Wall, featuring three routes of varying difficulty.

Children’s Funfair Rides

Create a traditional school fair atmosphere with the Toyset Carousel, Spinning Teacups Carousel or Safari Train Ride.

These attractions can provide dedicated entertainment for younger pupils and visiting families.

Football and Sports Games

Encourage teamwork and sporting participation with the Wall 2 Wall Inflatable Football Arena, suitable for games of up to five players per side.

Other options include Foot Pool and the 3 in 1 Sports Inflatable.

Interactive Inflatable Games

Add supervised competitive activities such as Holey Moley Human Whack A Mole or the Xtreme Demolition Zone.

These attractions can form part of an organised activity programme for suitable age groups.

Fairground Games and Side Stalls

Introduce a traditional fairground competition with the Kentucky Derby Racer, an eight-player horse-racing game that can also be considered for fundraising activities.

Our team can discuss other suitable games and attractions for your event.

For larger events, schools can also consider attractions such as the Helter Skelter Slide, Minions Inflatable Slide and Paw Patrol Play Zone.

Browse our full selection of rides and attractions for further ideas.

School Sports Days, PTA Fundraisers and End-of-Term Celebrations

Not every school fun day needs the same programme. The most appropriate activities depend on whether the event is intended for pupils during school hours, visiting families or the wider community.

End-of-Term Reward Days

Celebrate the end of the school year with organised sessions on bouncy castles, inflatable slides and suitable activity games.

Different year groups can attend at allocated times, helping schools manage numbers and keep the timetable structured.

PTA Fundraising Fairs

Combine fairground rides, inflatable attractions, competitive games and food stalls to create an event for pupils, parents and local families.

Where suitable, schools can discuss admission arrangements, activity tickets or fundraising formats with our team.

Sports and Activity Days

Complement traditional athletics with football challenges, obstacle courses, team games and other supervised physical activities.

This approach gives pupils additional ways to participate beyond conventional races and sporting competitions.

More Occasions for School Entertainment Hire

We can also discuss attractions for primary school transition days, post-primary reward events, leavers’ celebrations, school anniversaries, summer fairs, youth group activities and special educational events where equipment and operating arrangements are appropriate for the participants.

Planning Activities for Different School Year Groups

A successful school fun day needs a suitable balance of attractions, particularly when younger and older pupils will be attending the same event.

Primary School Fun Days

For younger pupils, a selection of themed bouncy castles, the Paw Patrol Play Zone and suitable children’s rides can provide a varied programme. Our team can explain the relevant age, height and other rider restrictions for each attraction.

Post-Primary School Activity Days

For suitable older pupils, the emphasis can shift towards competitive challenges, obstacle courses and sporting games. The Toxic Bootcamp, Warrior Wall and Inflatable Football Arena are options worth discussing.

Whole-School and Family Events

Where several year groups and visiting families are attending, separate zones can help organisers manage different activities. A younger children’s area, sports challenge area and refreshments area can provide a practical starting point for planning.

Final attraction selection should always reflect the school’s knowledge of its pupils, including accessibility and additional support requirements, alongside each attraction’s documented operating restrictions.

Six Things to Consider Before Booking Your School Fun Day

We recommend contacting us early in the planning process, particularly if your school is organising a large summer event or needs several attractions on the same date.

1. School Grounds and Access

Consider available outdoor space, suitable indoor alternatives, vehicle access, ground conditions and the room needed around each attraction.

2. Pupil Numbers

Provide approximate attendance figures and year groups so we can discuss attractions and suitable operating arrangements.

3. Event Timetable

Decide whether activities will run during the school day, after school or as part of a longer family event.

4. Budget and Fundraising

Tell us your available budget and whether the event is a reward day, ticketed fundraiser or school-funded celebration.

5. Supervision and Safeguarding

Plan how school staff will supervise pupils, manage movement between activities and coordinate with our attraction operators.

6. Weather and Contingencies

For outdoor events, discuss weather limitations, suitable alternative arrangements and the school’s procedures for changes to the programme.

Keeping School Fun Day Queues and Activity Rotations Manageable

For pupil-only events, a timetable with allocated activity sessions can help prevent large groups arriving at the same attraction simultaneously. Schools may prefer to divide pupils by class, year group or another appropriate arrangement.

For PTA fairs and public-facing school events, organisers may instead choose an open activity format with clearly identified queueing areas, operating rules and adult supervision.

We can explain the operational requirements of our attractions so the school can incorporate them into its overall event plan.

Candy Floss, Popcorn and Dinky Donuts for School Fairs

Refreshments are a popular addition to school celebrations, particularly PTA fundraising fairs and events where parents and families are invited to attend.

Our event food range includes:

Candy Floss: A traditional fairground treat that works well alongside children’s rides and games.
Popcorn: A familiar option for school fairs, festivals and family events.
Dinky Donuts: Fresh fairground-style donuts for suitable school and community celebrations.
Outside Catering: Additional catering arrangements for larger events and family celebrations.

Schools can discuss food service arrangements, anticipated attendance, allergens and any relevant school food policies before booking. Our team can also explain which options are suitable for staffed service or other agreed arrangements.

For events with particular dietary requirements, please raise these during the enquiry process so suitability can be checked before confirmation.

School Fun Day Safety, Insurance and Safeguarding

Safety and appropriate supervision are essential when organising entertainment for pupils. G Force Amusements carries £10 million public liability insurance and provides trained, uniformed staff who are Access NI checked.

Our equipment is subject to relevant testing and inspection requirements, and we can discuss the documentation needed for your school’s event planning and approval process.

Depending on the equipment and event requirements, relevant information can include:

Public liability insurance documentation
Equipment inspection and test certificates
Risk assessments and relevant method statements
Installation and operational requirements
Age, height and other participant restrictions
Staffing and attraction supervision arrangements
Weather limitations and procedures for stopping an attraction

Our operators supervise the attractions they provide. However, the school remains responsible for its own pupil safeguarding arrangements, including appropriate pastoral supervision, pupil movement and any school-specific policies.

We encourage teachers and event organisers to discuss additional support needs and accessibility considerations in advance so that suitable activities can be identified without assuming every attraction will be appropriate for every pupil.

Read more about our procedures on the G Force Amusements Health & Safety page.

School Fun Day Hire Throughout Northern Ireland and Ireland

Our Belfast-based team provides school event entertainment throughout Northern Ireland and can also arrange hire for schools in the Republic of Ireland.

School Fun Days in Northern Ireland

We work with schools in Belfast, Co Down, Co Antrim, Co Armagh, Co Tyrone, Co Fermanagh and Co Derry/Londonderry.

This includes schools in towns and cities such as Newry, Bangor, Lisburn, Ballymena, Armagh, Omagh, Enniskillen and Derry.

School Fun Days in the Republic of Ireland

We can also discuss school event hire in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Kildare, Donegal, Louth, Meath and other counties.

Delivery availability and pricing depend on the event location, date and equipment requested. For further details, visit our Areas We Work page.

School Fun Day Hire FAQs

How far in advance should our school book a fun day?

We recommend enquiring as early as possible, particularly for end-of-term celebrations and popular summer dates. Early enquiries provide more opportunity to discuss equipment availability, site requirements and a suitable event programme.

Can you supply enough attractions for a whole-school fun day?

Yes. We can discuss packages containing multiple inflatables, games, sports challenges and children’s rides. The most suitable selection depends on pupil numbers, year groups, available space, event duration and budget.

Do schools need to provide their own supervisors?

G Force Amusements supplies trained personnel to operate and supervise its attractions. Schools must still maintain their own safeguarding and pupil supervision arrangements, including staff responsible for groups moving between activities.

Can you provide risk assessments and insurance details?

Yes. We carry £10 million public liability insurance and can discuss relevant risk assessments, equipment testing documentation and operational requirements during the booking process.

What attractions work well for older school pupils?

Suitable older pupils may enjoy activities such as the Toxic Bootcamp Assault Course, Warrior Wall, Inflatable Football Arena and interactive competitive games. Participation is always subject to the specific attraction’s restrictions and operating requirements.

Can we arrange a school fun day without a large playing field?

Possibly. We offer attractions of different sizes, including smaller inflatables, games and children’s rides. Share your available dimensions, surface details and access arrangements so we can discuss appropriate options.

Can a PTA hire attractions for a fundraising fair?

Yes. PTA committees can enquire about bouncy castles, fairground rides, games and food stalls for school fundraising events. Any admission charges, ticketing or fundraising arrangements should be discussed during planning.

What happens if the weather is unsuitable?

Outdoor attractions can be affected by wind, rain and other conditions. Our operators follow the relevant equipment limits and safety procedures. Schools should discuss contingency arrangements before the event, particularly where an alternative indoor space may be available.

Do you cover schools in the Republic of Ireland?

Yes. We can discuss school fun day bookings in the Republic of Ireland as well as Northern Ireland. Availability and delivery arrangements depend on the school location, date and attractions required.

Arrange Your School Fun Day with G Force Amusements

Whether you’re organising a primary school celebration, a post-primary activity day or a PTA summer fair, our team can help you select suitable attractions and plan the practical requirements for your event.

When enquiring, it helps to provide your school name and location, preferred date, approximate pupil numbers, year groups, available space and any particular requirements. If you have a budget in mind, please include that too.