Out of school care

Schemes for children

Breakfast Club
These provide a safe place for your child to wait until school starts and many can provide a healthy low cost breakfast. They normally run for less than two hours and therefore do not need to be registered with Ofsted.

The opening times vary, some start at 7.30am, others at 7.45am or later and will finish when school starts. If the times don't meet your needs, it may be worth talking to the manager to see if they can offer alternative hours.

After School Club
These can provide care and play activities or additional supported study for your child after school has finished.

They usually open from the end of the school day and finish around 5.30pm to 6pm. If the times don't meet your needs it may be worth talking to the manager to see if they can offer alternative hours.

Holiday Playscheme
Holiday clubs offer childcare during the school holidays. Some are open every week during the holidays and some are open part-time. They are generally open to children aged from 4 years to 12 years although some are able to cater for older children. Holiday clubs can also be referred to as out of school clubs.

Some activities can include arts and crafts, sports, music, drama and outings. They are usually run in schools or leisure centres, with half days sometimes being available. Your local leisure centre may also have information about holiday playschemes and activities on their website.

You can download our current Breakfast and after school clubs and Holiday playscheme or for further information please contact the Families Information Service.