What is Wraparound Childcare
Wraparound childcare supports families outside the school day. It provides care before school, after school and during school holidays.
This can include breakfast clubs, after‑school clubs and holiday clubs. These services help parents work and care for their children. They also give children a safe, fun and supportive place to spend time.
Types of Provision
Wraparound childcare may be run by your child’s school or by other providers. This can include private companies, charities or registered childminders.
Care may take place at the school or at a nearby site. Most schools offer breakfast clubs before school and after‑school clubs at the end of the day.
For children under 8, providers must be registered with Ofsted. This helps make sure care is safe and good quality.
Each school manages its own clubs and activities. Contact your child’s school to find out what is available.
Help with the cost of Wraparound Childcare
You may be able to get help to pay for breakfast clubs, after‑school clubs and holiday clubs.
If you work, you may be able to use Tax‑Free Childcare.
- You can get up to £2,000 per child each year
- Up to £4,000 for a child with a disability
- For every £8 you pay, the government adds £2
If you get Universal Credit, you may be able to claim back up to 85% of childcare costs. This can include wraparound and holiday care. You may also get help with upfront costs when starting or increasing work.
To check what support you can get, visit the Best Start in Life website and use the Childcare Eligibility Checker.
Where to find more information
Speak to your child’s school to learn about the wraparound childcare they offer and any plans for new services.
You can also find some local wraparound childcare on the Childcare Finder page.