After School Care
After School Club
Gilmour Primary offers after school club provision from 3:15pm to 6:00pm. Children are cared for by familiar members of the Gilmour Family. They are offered a variety of healthy hot and cold snacks whilst they enjoy unwinding with friends. Children have access to the outdoor classrooms and enjoy age appropriate activities such as football, tennis, gardening and climbing on the adventure playground. There are dedicated spaces to relax and unwind as well as craft, role play, small world and construction areas for all to enjoy.
How many places are available to families?
We offer 80 places at our after-school club. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis.
How do I enrol my child for after school club provision?
Please contact the school offices on 0151 427 6306.
How much will the provision cost?
After school provision will cost £12 per session. This must be paid one month in advance.
Do I have to commit to five days a week?
No, families will need to commit to and pay for, set days one month in advance.
Does my child have to stay until 6’ O’clock?
Children do not have to stay until the end of the session. You can collect your child at any time. The price per session is £12 regardless of the time your child is collected.
I work shifts. Can after school club accommodate this?
Families must commit to set days each week and these must be paid for one month in advance.
Is the club term time only?
Yes, the club is term time only and will not be available when the school is closed; this includes the last day of Christmas, Easter and Summer terms when school finishes early for the holidays. The club will also not be available on school INSET days or other days when the school is closed to children this will include but is not limited to bank holidays, unforeseen emergency closure, days when school is used for voting.
How do I make payments?
Once you have been offered a place you will be able to make payment via Eduspot/School Money.
Can you pay with childcare vouchers/tax free childcare?
Yes. You will be asked to indicate this on your contract.
What if my child does not attend a session?
We are unable to offer refunds. If your child does not attend a session you will still be charged.
How much notice do I need to provide if I want to withdraw my place?
Families will need to provide 6 weeks’ notice.
If your child wanted to go to a normal after school enrichment club could they then go into the paid provision at 4.15 (Infants) or 4:30 (Juniors) when the club finishes?
Yes, the fee remains the same.
What if I am late collecting my child?
Last collection is 6pm. If you arrive after 6pm you will be charged £5 per five minutes or part there of. This will be taken using the school’s clock. You will not be able to book further months until all fees and charges are paid.
Parents who are repeatedly late will have their place withdrawn.