Childcare out of school hours

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About this service

There are a number of holiday schemes and after and/or before school childcare arrangements available for school-age children. They are usually based in or near schools and help families where parents work. A wide range of indoor and outdoor activities are available to meet the needs of all children.

What are the different types of out of school service?

The different types of clubs available are:

• Breakfast clubs – open in the mornings before school
• After School clubs – open in afternoons usually between 3.30pm and 6pm
• Holiday playschemes – open during school holidays usually between 8.30am and 6pm

The Children's Information Service at 'ask' have a contract with Wiltshire Council to provide free information, support and advice to parents and carers of all children and young people, aged 0-19 in Wiltshire. As part of this service, they are able to provide parents with details of out of school clubs for 0-14 year olds and advise on how to choose the best club to suit your needs. 'ask' operate a lo-call enquiry line: 0845 758 5072.

Bright Horizons Out of School Childcare Development and Support Team provides all year round support to Out of School Clubs in Wiltshire.

If you are thinking of setting up an out of school club, please contact the Bright Horizons Out of School Childcare Development Team on 0845 601 2392.

If you run a breakfast, after-school and/or holiday club and require support and advice, please contact Bright Horizons Out of Schools Childcare Development Team on 0845 601 2392.

If you are looking for suitable training and/or recruitment opportunities, please contact Bright Horizons Training and Recruitment Service on 0845 601 2392 or visit the Wiltshire childcare recruitment website.

Payment

Financial arrangements are between the parents and the out of school childcare facility.

Related information

• Wiltshire early years partnership (WEYDCP)

Related links

• ‘ask’ Children’s Information Service
• Wiltshire Childcare Recruitment
• Wiltshire Play Resource Centre

Last updated: 23 November 2009