A chance for parents to view some of the options for summer childcare in Wigan
With a long summer break looming for youngsters, some working parents will now be considering their childcare options. Here are some of the possibilities in Wigan
If you are looking for five-days-a-week care over summer, you should definitely check the nursery your child is currently in to see if they already offer a summer programme.
If your child is not currently enrolled in a nursery, there are many nurseries who offer a summer programme.
A variety of summer care programmes cater to those at primary school age (aged five to 11), of which there are many options:
Holly Tree Nursery located on St James Road in Orrell offers a fantastic holiday package for children of primary school age.
They charge £44 per day and £22 per half-day, and are open from 7.30 am to 6pm
These costs cover activities throughout the day, which vary from creative activities such as drawing, baking and pizza-making, to outdoor activities like football and external trips to local water parks.
Additionally, costs cover food, which are nutritious and prepared on site by a brilliant cook
They are currently taking requests and you can contact them by email @[email protected] or call them at 01695 280237.
Another to recommend is Little Acorns Day Nursery, which is located at Courtyard House, Dicconson Terrace.
They charge £58 per day and £35 per half-day, and are open 7.30am to 6pm.
These costs cover all sorts of activities, which are planned with the children and parents are invited to propose ideas for activities over the summer.
The nursery does provide fresh fruit, snacks and juice throughout the day, however parents have to bring in a packed lunch for their child.
They are currently taking requests and you can contact them by email @[email protected] or call them at 01942 732821.
For those looking for a cheaper alternative, take a look at HAF (Holiday Activities and Food). HAF is a government-run scheme, aiming to provide enriching holiday activities and healthy meals for those aged five to 16.
They currently run HAF programmes at 86 locations across the Wigan borough.
To be eligible your child must be on either free-school meals (FSM) or a benefit relating to it.
If deemed eligible you will receive e-vouchers which you can exchange online on holidayactivities.com or on their free to use app Holiday Activities.