Information to Support Maintained Schools and Academy Trusts When Implementing the National Wraparound Childcare Programme
The National Wraparound Childcare Programme supports the government’s ambition for all parents and carers of primary school-aged children who need term time, childcare during the hours of 8am to 6pm, to be able to access it in their local area by 2026. Schools are central to the delivery of the programme as they operate at […]
Session 5e: Operational Plan
This resource is part of a larger package of resources: Information to support maintained schools and academy trusts when implementing the National Wraparound Childcare Programme. This session explores managing the provision within your school or trust team. Here we explore key roles and responsibilities, day-to-day management and budgets and finances. This page was first published […]
Resource Directory
This Childcare Works Resource Directory was compiled in April 2025 for local authorities. It was created as a useful short cut to finding information and support. The directory features links to resources from across the Childcare Works website and will be regularly updated.
Session 5h: Affordable Childcare and Charging Models
This resource is part of a larger package of resources: Information to support maintained schools and academy trusts when implementing the National Wraparound Childcare Programme. This session introduces tools, strategies and resources to help your school or trust deliver affordable childcare. This page was first published in April 2025.
Session 7: Tips When Working with PVI
This resource is part of a larger package of resources: Information to support maintained schools and academy trusts when implementing the National Wraparound Childcare Programme. This session is for schools and trusts who have started the process of selecting their provider; it gives hints and tips to support a strong, collaborative working relationship. This page […]
Session 5b: Staffing, Training and Ratios
This resource is part of a larger package of resources: Information to support maintained schools and academy trusts when implementing the National Wraparound Childcare Programme. This session introduces the principles of staffing, training and ratios and introduces safeguarding requirements. This page was first published in April 2025.
Session 5g: Quality
This resource is part of a larger package of resources: Information to support maintained schools and academy trusts when implementing the National Wraparound Childcare Programme. This session explores creating provision where parents feel confident leaving their children and where children want to attend. This page was first published in April 2025.
Session 5i: Working in Partnership with Providers
This resource is part of a larger package of resources: Information to support maintained schools and academy trusts when implementing the National Wraparound Childcare Programme. This session is an introduction for schools and trusts who would like onsite provision and wish to work with an external delivery partner. This page was first published in April […]
Session 5f: Insurance
This resource is part of a larger package of resources: Information to support maintained schools and academy trusts when implementing the National Wraparound Childcare Programme. This session highlights steps to take to ensure you are adequately insured and provides links and tips to support schools in arranging insurance cover. This page was first published in […]