School Fetes, Nursery Open Day Ideas
Fun, Safe, Unforgettable 🎉
School Fete brings carnival energy to your event with bouncy castle hire, softplay hire, fun foods machines, inflatable assault course hire, rodeo bull hire and more.
Perfect for pupils, families, and staff.
We focus on safety, variety, and reliable equipment to keep queues moving and smiles wide. Ideal for summer fairs, fundraisers, and open days.
We've created some packages alongside some returning schools and nurseries over the years to give you some ideas of what can be hired. You'll see some ideas here on our School Package Hire page but you can also create your own.
What we offer — Summary
bouncy castle hire turns any playground into a festival zone. Our castles come in multiple themes and sizes. They are inspected and tested. Soft landings and secure anchoring meet safety standards. Supervision zones improve flow and reduce wait times. Perfect for age groups from 3–12 years on the smaller inflatables and upto adults on the bigger ones.
- Themes: princess, superhero, plain, jungle.
- Sizes: small for toddlers, large for mixed-age groups.
- Safety: anchoring, blower covers, routine inspections.
softplay hire — Toddler-Friendly, Hygienic, Engaging
softplay hire creates a contained play area for the youngest children. Foam shapes, ball pits, and baby climbers keep little ones safe while parents relax. Surfaces are wipeable and easy to sanitise between sessions. Softplay is modular and fits halls, marquees, and playgrounds.
- Age focus: 6 months to 4 years.
- Hygiene: washable covers and routine cleaning.
- Layout options: play pen, sensory corner, combined setups.
fun foods machines add nostalgic smells and instant treats. Popcorn, candyfloss, and hot dog machines serve large numbers quickly. Machines are supplied with clear instructions and safety guards. Great for fundraisers and long queuing lines. Options available for sugar-free slush and allergy-friendly supplies.
- Popcorn machines: high output, theatre-style bags.
- Candyfloss machines: bright colours, neat dispensers.
- Hot dog machine : with added ketchup you can't go wrong
rodeo bull hire — Thrill, Competition, Crowd Magnet
rodeo bull hire adds competitive fun for older students and parents. Adjustable difficulty levels suit beginners to pros. Soft inflatable around the base ensure safe landings. Ideal for prize competitions and staff-versus-students challenges.
- Difficulty: beginner to advanced settings.
- Safety: inflatable bed, trained operator available.
- Extras: scoring display, LED lights for night fetes.
Why choose School Fete attractions?
- Proven equipment quality and regular inspections 🔒.
- Flexible setups for small and large sites 🎪.
- Age-specific options to reduce risk and increase fun 👧👦.
- Easy to integrate with stalls, performances, and raffles.
Event planning tips
- Allocate separate zones for toddlers and older children.
- Schedule fun foods in peak times to maximise sales.
- Use the rodeo bull for timed competitions to keep queues moving.