An out of school club offers play and care for school aged
children at times when school is closed. A typical club will
open from 3.15 pm until 6.00 pm during term-time. A
'breakfast club' provides care before school starts and some clubs
will open during school holidays.
Clubs take place in a variety of settings such as schools,
community centres and day nurseries. Children attend out of
school clubs for many reasons - their parents are at work or
college, or they may go just for fun. Clubs offer a "home
from home" environment and children can take part in activities
which may not be on offer anywhere else.
Cumbria County Council provide Breakfast Clubs as part of their childrens services.