Choosing the right childcare

Choosing childcare, from day nurseries to childminders.

Out of school clubs and play schemes

These provide full or part time childcare in a setting, before (breakfast), after and during school holidays for children of primary school age although some may cater for younger or older children.

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Breakfast clubs

A breakfast club is a place where children can be dropped off before school, usually from 7.30am or 8am, and enjoy breakfast together.

After school clubs

An after-school club is a place for children to go after the school day is finished usually from 2pm to 6pm. The club may be in your child’s school, another local school or different premises.

Holiday schemes

A holiday scheme is a place where children can attend during school holidays, usually from 8am to 6pm.