Wraparound childcare

Increasing the availability of childcare

The Department for Education (DfE) is providing funding to schools and providers to increase the availability of wraparound childcare services nationwide. The aim is to have these services in place by September 2026. Wokingham Borough Council is collaborating closely with schools and providers in the borough to expand and enhance these childcare options.

What is wraparound childcare?

Wraparound childcare refers to services that extend beyond the regular school day. You may hear it called breakfast club, early drop off club, before or after school club. 

Wraparound childcare:

• Is available for all primary aged children, from Reception through to Year 6.
• Is registered with Ofsted.
• Operates from at least 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, during term time.
• Is located at or near your child’s school.
• Providers will drop off or pick up from your child school.
• Can be delivered by your child's school, pre-school or nursery, a childminder or another childcare provider.