This is independently run by The Good Out of School Club for children from Kindergarten to Seniors. Reservation of places should be made directly in emergencies through the School Office.

The after-school club is situated within the dining room at the Huddersfield Grammar School. The club is registered and inspected by OFSTED.

Click for a pdf of the complete OFSTED Out of School Club Report

Aims & Facilities
Our aim is to provide a ‘between home and school’ environment which is safe, secure and stimulating.

Our large room is used to offer ‘messy’ and creative activities, as well as a quiet area in which children can complete homework assignments if they wish, or simply read and relax. The emphasis of the club is on leisure, as we are keen that the club is not seen as a continuation of the school day.

We offer outdoor play, weather permitting, and can often be found on the lawn at the rear of Kindergarten.

We will provide all children in our "Good Morning Club" with breakfast and children attending our "Good Afternoon Club" will be provided with tea (special dietary requirements will be catered for upon request). Click here to see our menu.

Opening Times
The club is available from 7.30am to 8.30am and 3.15pm each school day during term time. A ‘waiters’ session operates until 4.15pm at which time the full After-School Club session is in progress. The club closes at 6.00pm.

Admissions Policy
All children between 3 and 11 years are welcome to join the After-School Club. Parents may book individual days as required or block book if preferred, with the Playleader at the club or by telephoning 07717 767488.

If you have not booked in advance and find you need our services the same day, please contact Mrs Garside at the school office on 01484 424549 and we will be happy to help where space allows.

As our numbers are limited it is important that you check availability for the sessions you require.

Admission is on a strictly first come first served basis

Fees

Arrival & Departure
Children are escorted to the After School Club by their class teacher, where care is passed to the club staff.

Children will only be allowed to leave with the people named on the registration form, unless a prior arrangement has been made.

Accidents & Illness
The club carries a first aid kit and staff members are trained in basic first aid procedures. All accidents are noted in the Accident Book and parents will be informed of the incident and asked to sign the report.

In the event of a more serious accident, every effort will be made to contact parents immediately, however the care of the child will be considered the main priority and medical advice will be sought.

We cannot accept children into the club if they are unwell. Admission is at the discretion of the proprietor.

Medication
Prescribed medication can be administered to children at the club so long as the appropriate authorisation form has been completed and signed by a parent. MEDICINE CANNOT BE GIVEN WITHOUT WRITTEN CONSENT

Child Discipline
We endeavour to provide a happy and stimulating environment and to avoid conflicts. However, should it be necessary the following action will be taken:

• establish what the problem is and how it occurred
• talk to those concerned and try to resolve the situation by discussion
• should it be necessary an alternative activity or a ‘time out’ period may be suggested
• parents/carers will be informed of any unusually disruptive or uncharacteristic behaviour.
• Parents/carers should feel free to discuss any concerns they may have about their child with the Playleader. All matters will be treated in the strictest confidence.