Who we are

The A - Z After School Club offers childcare from 3.00pm to 6.00pm Monday to Friday for Devonshire children during term time (except when the School is closed). It has been operating successfully since May 2006 and is popular with parents and children.

The Club offers a fun and safe environment packed with things to do after School. The Club is based in the Infant hall. When weather permits, the children use the Infant play ground and playing field.

On arrival at the Club children are given a drink and a light tea is also provided. This is included in the fee.

Vicky Francis, the manager, and Nicky Santos the deputy, are fully qualified in child care and are first aid trained. Together they have over 20 years of experience of working in the 0-11 age range and have children at the School.

The Club is Ofsted registered (number EY331478). The Club was inspected by Ofsted in December 2008 and received a very good report.

The Club is part of the Government's Sure Start childcare scheme and will be signing up to the national Quality in Play Scheme.

What we do

Activities are based around a two weekly theme.  The Club works alongside the School and provides a homework table. Although activities are offered, free play is encouraged - children are never forced to do something that they do not want to do.

There is a wide variety of activities:

Arts and crafts
Sports and physical activities
Drama and dance
Games
Pool table, football and air hockey table
Books
Computer
Chill out zone
Cooking
Team games
Celebrations for special events and festivals
Lots more ........!

Club rules

• Be kind and respect each other
• Listen to the Club staff and do as they ask quickly
• Look after all of our work and belongings
• Help us to keep the Club and School looking good
• Don't hurt other people's feelings
• Share the Club's activities and play them fairly
• Bad language is not acceptable at the Club

Fees and placements

The rate for each session is £11.00. This amount is payable regardless of whether your child stays for 1 hour or 3 hours. Discounts may be available if your child uses both the
A-Z After School Club and the A-Z Breakfast Club and/or you have more than one child at the Club. Contact the A-Z Club for more information.

Places are limited so payment for required days must be made in advance. This will be done on a half term basis. Priority will be given to those wanting full time places.  Seasonal places may be available. Please contact the A-Z After School Club for availability.

Please ask for a copy of our leaflet which outlines the financial assistance which is available to help pay the Club fees. Depending on eligibility, tax credits may be available. Details are available from HM Revenue and Customs helpline on 0845 300 3900 or their website www.hmrc.gov.uk.

What the children say about the A-Z Club

I like the Club because I like the food, the drawing and the painting.

I like the Club because some of my friends are here.

The computer, football, tennis, food.

I like the tent and the home corner.

I think there is lovely food. I also like playing pool.

I like Vicky, Nicky and Evelina.

I like making things.

I love the tent.

I like the art work.

I like the food and playing pool. The end.

I love the marvellous 8 ball pool, the pizza for tea and seeing my friends.

I think the food is yummy.

Do we have to go home yet.........?

To find out more.....

contact the A-Z After School Club