After-School Club in the UK
An after-school club is a Tusla-registered school-age service where primary and secondary school children are cared for after school, with play, homework time and activities.
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About after-school club services
Tusla defines a school-age service as care with developmental and recreational activities for children under 15, outside school hours, and an after-school club has to be registered with Tusla to run one.
Many clubs collect children from the local schools, give them a snack or a hot meal, set aside time for homework and then run games, sport, art or outdoor play until you collect them. Some run a breakfast club before school, and many stay open on school holidays and mid-term breaks with full-day camps.
The National Childcare Scheme covers children up to the age of 15, so an after-school club that is registered with Tusla and contracted with the Department can take the subsidy off your bill. On Locufy you can see after-school clubs near you with the schools they collect from and the hours they run, and check each one on the Tusla register before you book.
What affects the price: After-school club fees are charged by the hour or by the session in term time, and depend on the hours, whether collection from school is included and the area. National Childcare Scheme subsidies can be taken off the fee.
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- Free, no-obligation quotes from local after-school club providers
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- Flexible scheduling — including evenings and weekends where offered
- Transparent pricing and clear communication before you commit
What to provide
- Your child's school, class and finishing time.
- Medical information, allergies and emergency contacts.
- The names of everyone allowed to collect your child.
- Your child's PPS number if you use the National Childcare Scheme.
Common after-school club jobs
Some of the after-school club jobs local pros on Locufy take on.
School collection
Children collected from local schools at the end of the school day.
Homework time
A quiet time and place for homework, with staff on hand.
Snacks and meals
A snack or hot meal after school, depending on the club.
Play and activities
Games, sport, art and outdoor play until you collect your child.
Breakfast club
Care before school, with breakfast and a walk or drop to school.
Holiday and mid-term camps
Full days during school holidays for children already in the club.
What's involved in after-school club
- 1Checking which schools the after-school club collects from and the hours it runs.
- 2Checking the club on the Tusla register.
- 3Agreeing the days your child attends and the fee, and signing the club's contract.
- 4Registering for the National Childcare Scheme if you qualify.
- 5A visit with your child before the first day.
Good to know
- Check the after-school club on the Tusla register.
- Ask how children are collected from school and who does the collection.
- Ask about the ratio of staff to children and the ages in each group.
- Find out what the fee includes, such as food, homework time and outings.
- Ask whether the club opens on school holidays and how those days are charged.
What after-school club includes
Collection from school
Staff collect children from the schools the club serves and bring them to the club.
Homework support
Time set aside for homework, with staff to supervise rather than teach.
Food
A snack or a hot meal after school; ask what is included and how allergies are handled.
Activities
Sport, art, games and outdoor play planned for children of different ages.
Holiday cover
Many clubs open on school holidays and mid-term breaks, often at a weekly rate.
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After-School Club — frequently asked questions
How much does an after-school club cost?
Typically €4–€6.26 an hour in term time in Ireland, before any subsidy, with Dublin at the top of that range. Enter your area above to see clubs near you.
Does an after-school club have to be registered?
Yes. An after-school club is a school-age service and must be registered with Tusla, which inspects it.
Can I use the National Childcare Scheme for an after-school club?
Yes, for children under 15, if the club is registered with Tusla and contracted with the Department. The subsidy is taken off your bill.
Will the club collect my child from school?
Many do, from the schools near them; each profile says which schools it collects from where the club lists them.
Do after-school clubs open on school holidays?
Many run holiday and mid-term camps, often charged by the week; ask the club before you book.
How do I find an after-school club near me?
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How do I find after-school club near me?
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Is it free to get after-school club quotes on Locufy?
Yes — searching and requesting quotes from local after-school club providers carries no subscription fees for customers. You only pay for the work you agree to.
How much does after-school club cost?
See our researched after-school club price guide — typical costs, what affects the price, and how to save.