Extended Day

 

Before School Provision – 7.30am to 8.30am (EYFS and Prep)

If parents require an early start to their day, our wraparound care provides flexibility just when you need it. To ensure that our little ones feel at home, children in EYFS through to Prep II start their morning in the cosy surroundings of our Prep Library before moving to the classroom ready to begin their learning. There is no need to pre-book and parents can leave safe in the knowledge that their youngest are in the care of experienced staff who will escort them to class together with any messages, ready to start the day.

Prep pupils in years III and above also have supervised use of the Prep Library, which provides a safe and secure space to meet before registration begins.

A small fee applies dependent on time of arrival:

  • £6 for children attending from 7.30am (EYFS – Prep VI)
  • £2.50 payable for arrivals after 8am (EYFS – Prep II)
  • £1.50 is charged for children arriving at 8.20am (EYFS – Prep II)

Note: There is no charge for Key Stage 2 pupils (Prep III – VI) arriving after 8am.

Benefits:

  • Supervised care for children in EYFS and Prep
  • Available from as early as 7.30am
  • Fully flexible, no need to pre-book
  • Nominal fees required.

Early Club at Bridgewater School

After School Provision – until 6pm (EYFS and Prep)

Bridgewater provides all Prep children with an after-school facility in the Dining Hal, where they are looked after by trained staff until 6pm. This provision is for our working families who may find it difficult to collect their children at the end of the school day. Pre-booking is not required for this facility and parents are not required to call school if they are running late. If not collected at 3.45pm, pupils are automatically escorted to the Dining Hall, where they are cared for by a team led by Miss Gregory, up to 6pm.

Charges are based on pick-up times:

  • £5 for use of after school provision up to 5pm
  • £8 if collected up to 6pm

Costs include the provision of a nutritionally balanced snack.

Benefits:

  • Wraparound care for EYFS and Prep children
  • Open until 6pm, no booking required
  • Range of activities suitable for all age groups.

Should you need to speak to one of our staff while your child is on site, please call 07526 249466

 

Homework Provision- 4pm to 6pm (Seniors)

We operate after-school homework provision for Senior School students, Year 7 upwards, every weekday during term time. The provision gives pupils the opportunity to access an IT facility in a nominated and supported environment.

Rates are based on length of time required for the facility:

  • £3 for up to one hour
  • £6 for up to two hours.

Benefits:

  • Supported environment
  • Available for 1 or 2 hours
  • No need to pre-book.

 

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