After School Center.

Sylv30

Hi Everyone,

I am exploring the possibility of opening an after school center focusing on children from the age of 4-5 yrs to 12 yrs. The reason because from working in a creche facility with the after school children I found they really disliked coming into the place because it seemed to "babyish" for them :cool:. Which I can understand.

I would like to find out what people would want or look for when considering an after school facility for both parent/carer and children.....

Any advice or ideas would be great.

Thank You!

byhookorbycrook

Woulld homework be done?Would they be collected directly from the school?Would there be other activities offered?

yoda2001

Would homework be supervised? Would there be an opportunity to play outside? What kind of food would be provided? Could the child attend an after-school activity (eg music class) nearby?

I have a child who attends such a facility who is on a special diet. The facility is in the school grounds.

Sylv30

Thanx for the replies :-) yes the main focus would be on homework being completed in a supervisory manner and then activities such as arts and crafts, outdoor activities within a fun relaxing capacity for the children. Hot Food would be provided and any dietary needs will be met also and the children will be collected from school. As parents/guardians would there be any specific ideas that would be wanted or expected?....

yoda2001

One issue I have is that my facility is a 'facility'. What I mean is that it is not very homely. Everything is put away at the end of the day to return the rooms to emptiness. On a wet Winter's day the atmosphere is cold. I would love if it were more cosy. A few rugs to lie on, bean bags and a couch. My child is very tired after the school day and needs to relax. I feel sorry for the kids staying there late maybe until their parents pick them up at 7pm.

Sylv30

Humm I understand what u mean....a home from home atmosphere. my idea is to take into consideration not only the parents views but also look for what a child would like. Because at the end of the day if the children are happy, the parents will be too :-)