Ark Wraparound Care

What we offer:

At The Ark we offer free choice from a wide selection of activities which are based on children’s interests where we can. At least one art activity is planned each day to share skills and for children to learn something new. The activities provide a wide range incorporating craft, computer work, board games, reading, imaginary play, outdoor games, sport and much more.

Food on offer:

At breakfast club the children have a choice from toast, crumpets or bagels, with butter, marmite, honey, jams and lemon curd on offer. Cereal, juice, water or milk is accessible for children to help themselves. Porridge is also available in colder months.

At After School Club a snack and drinks are provided but this is not intended to be a substitute for a main evening meal. The children can have a sandwich, wraps or rolls. Fillings include meat (chicken, salami or ham), cheese, butter, jams or honey. Sometimes we offer toast or bagels. Pickle is also on the menu now! At least two different types of fruit and the same of vegetables are also on offer and children are encouraged to eat!

At The Ark children are supported to clear up after themselves and even load the dishwasher! Individual dietary requirements and parental preferences are met wherever possible. We recognise the importance of healthy nutrition for children delivered in a calm, friendly family setting.

Gallery:

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Transitions:

The Ark Team have an excellent link with the class teachers and TAs. Any issues at The Ark or messages from parents will be given as children go into class after The Ark (messages from their day at School are also shared with The Ark team). Reception children are taken to class and helped to get ready for their day.

Clubs:

If your child attends a club after school the Teacher or adult leading that club will bring them to The Ark and they will be signed in. They can then wash their hands before a snack or playing!

Changing for a club:

Yes, children can change at the Ark if they attend a club straight after collection. This could be anything from swimming, Rainbows or Brownies, Cubs or Judo.

Available Spaces

Please check the table below for any available spaces.

MON		TUE		WED		THU		FRI
AM	PM	AM	PM	AM	PM	AM	PM	AM	PM
5	1	1	1	5	0	0	4	0	2

Drop-off and collection:

Children can be dropped off for breakfast at the school gate between 7.45am and 8.00am. At the end of the day you can collect from the same gate from 5.15pm with the latest collection at 5.30pm. An early pick-up at 4.15pm is available and should be arranged with Ark in advance.

If you are delayed for whatever reason, please call or text The Ark on its dedicated number 07901000485. A late collection fee of £15 per 15 minutes will be charged if children are collected after 5.30pm.

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Payments:

You will receive an invoice for the time your child/children attend the club within the first 2 weeks of every half term. Payments must be paid for a half term in advance. Please ensure you use the invoice number as your reference when making payment and ensure the amount you pay matches the total invoice amount.

Refunds are not given for sickness, occasional days off or holidays during term time. You will still be charged for the days you have requested even if your child was not able to attend or you change your mind nearer the date(s). There will be no charge for sessions booked when your child/children are attending a school residential trip.