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After School Center.

  • 24-02-2013 1:45pm
    #1
    Sylv30
    Registered Users Posts: 4 ✭


    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! :)


Comments

  • #2
    byhookorbycrook
    Moderators, Education Moderators, Regional South East Moderators Posts: 12,505 Mod ✭✭✭✭byhookorbycrook


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


  • #3
    yoda2001
    Closed Accounts Posts: 72 ✭✭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.


  • #4
    Sylv30
    Registered Users Posts: 4 ✭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?....


  • #5
    yoda2001
    Closed Accounts Posts: 72 ✭✭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.


  • #6
    Sylv30
    Registered Users Posts: 4 ✭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 :-)


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