The Wraparound Project

What is the Wraparound Project?

The Wraparound Project is a government initiative to support parents getting back into employment or education as it is designed to give parents access to work/study more hours. The project aims to provide before and after-school care for all primary schools (including children with SEN needs) in England during term time, between 8 am and 6pm (subject to change) which can include breakfast clubs, after-school clubs which are usually onsite, or a local nearby provision.

The project’s approach is slightly different from afterschool activity clubs, which are usually one-off or ad hoc as this project is every day throughout term time. The principal aim of the program is to ensure childcare provision is regular, has longer hours, and is more dependable for working parents.

Private, voluntary, and independent providers including childminders, and early-year provisions can deliver the wraparound childcare offered within the community. Parents are encouraged to seek support from their local schools or the Family Information Service in the local authority. Providers are expected to set their fees for wraparound places therefore prices may differ.

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