Extended Schools
The extended schools provision is a key element in the Every Child Matters Government initiative. PACT was approached by a couple of schools to provide such a service.
Before and After school clubs differ from other Children Centres as they work on a pre-booked attendence system which hopes to -
• Provide a happy, safe, warm and stimulating environment for all children to play, learn and develop freely.
• Help children to develop responsibility for themselves and their actions and to become competent, confident, independent and co-operative individuals.
• Encourage children to have a positive attitude and respect for both themselves and other people.
• Promote a positive relationship with parents/carers and work in partnership with them to provide high quality play and care for their children.
• Offer inclusive services that are accessible to all children in the community.
• Undergo regular monitoring and evaluation of our services to ensure that the Club continues to meet the needs of children and parents/carers.
The clubs also take the needs of the parents and carers into consideration by listening and responding to their views, keeping them informed of changes and sharing their children's achievements with them.
PACT currently has an Out of School club in Wantage Children's Centre with plans to develop more.