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1. Hire a Professional Kids Party DJ 🎭✨
Let’s be real—keeping a group of excited 11-year-olds entertained for a few hours can be a challenge. That’s why hiring a professional children’s entertainer is a game-changer! A great entertainer will engage the kids, keep the energy levels high, and make sure everyone has a blast. Whether it’s a DJ, magician, or interactive game host, having a professional means you can relax and enjoy the party too.
Since Year 6 leavers’ parties tend to happen midweek after school (usually between 4pm-9pm), book your entertainer early to avoid disappointment. These prime time slots fill up fast!
2. Book Your Entertainer Before the Venue! 🎪🎭
It might sound backward, but securing the right entertainer should be your top priority. The best entertainers get booked up quickly, and it’s easier to find a venue to match their availability than vice versa. So before you fall in love with a hall, a function room, or a school venue—lock in your entertainment first!
3. Pick the Perfect Venue 🎉🏡
For a Year 6 Leavers’ Party, you’ll need a venue that’s the right size—not too big so it feels empty, but not too small where it feels cramped. Here are some great venue ideas:
School Hall – Familiar, convenient, and usually free or low-cost.
Local Community Halls – Great for larger parties with room for a DJ or entertainer.
Bowling Alleys or Trampoline Parks – Built-in entertainment means less planning for you!
Outdoor Spaces (Weather Permitting) – A park or school field can be great for games and activities.
Make sure there’s easy access and enough parking for parents dropping off and picking up.
4. Fun & Interactive Games to Keep Everyone Engaged 🎲📸
Keep the party exciting with interactive games and activities. Here are some great ideas:
✅ Guess the Baby Picture Game – Ask parents to send in a baby photo of their child ahead of time. Display them on a board and have the kids guess who’s who—hilarious and heartwarming!
✅ Memory Lane Slideshow – Create a slideshow with funny and sweet pictures from their primary school years. Play it on a projector with music for a nostalgic touch.
✅ Year 6 Awards Ceremony – Hand out fun certificates like “Most Likely to Be Prime Minister,” “Class Clown,” or “Future TikTok Star.”
✅ Silent Disco – Kids wear wireless headphones and dance to different music channels—no noise complaints from the neighbours!
✅ Selfie & Photo Booth Station – Set up a backdrop with props for silly, memorable photos.
5. Simple & Tasty Party Food 🍕🍟
At 11 years old, kids want easy, grab-and-go food they can snack on between activities. Some crowd-pleasers include:
Pizza slices 🍕
Chicken nuggets 🍗
Mini burgers 🍔
Popcorn & candy floss 🍿
Ice cream station 🍦
Make sure to check for allergies and dietary needs in advance!
6. Music & Dancing – The Heart of the Party! 🎶🕺
A Year 6 leavers’ party wouldn’t be complete without a killer playlist. Whether you hire a DJ or just connect a good speaker to a playlist, make sure to include all their favorite hits.
Some top requests might include: 🎵 “Dance Monkey” – Tones and I 🎵 “Shivers” – Ed Sheeran 🎵 “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” – Encanto 🎵 “Believer” – Imagine Dragons 🎵 “Uptown Funk” – Bruno Mars
Ofcourse any party wouldn't be complete without some of the popular party dances too for extra fun!
7. Timing It Right ⏰🎈
Since most Year 6 Leavers’ Parties happen midweek, most leavers parties tend to be booked from 5pm onwards
8. Leavers’ Party Keepsakes & Goodie Bags 🎁
Make sure the kids leave with something special to remember the night! Some cute ideas include: 🎁 Personalized Year 6 Leavers T-Shirts – Have all the kids sign each other’s shirts like a yearbook! 🎁 Friendship Bracelets – A fun, sentimental keepsake. 🎁 Photo Booth Prints – Let them take home pictures from the party. 🎁 Sweet Cones or Small Treat Bags – A little sugar to end the night on a high!
9. Ending on a High Note 🎆
A special way to close the party could be a sparkler send-off (if outdoors & safe!), a big group hug, or a final song where everyone sings along. The goal is to make it an emotional and memorable send-off before they embark on their new journey to secondary school! We would also recommend inviting all the childrens parents to be present for the last 10mins of the party too.
Final Thoughts… Are You Ready to Party? 🎊
Planning a Year 6 Leavers’ Party doesn’t have to be stressful. With the right entertainment, games, music, and food, it’s sure to be a night they’ll never forget! At Moji Entertainer Ltd, we’re here to help make your party magical and hassle-free. From DJs and entertainers to face painters and candy floss machines, we’ve got you covered.
Let’s give these amazing Year 6 leavers the send-off they deserve! 🎉💛
📩 Get in touch with Moji Entertainer Ltd today to book your ultimate Year 6 Leavers’ Party package!
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