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Westgate Whirlybirds Breakfast and After School Clubs

Holiday Scheme

We offer breakfast/after school and holiday club. Whirlybirds staff drop off and collect children from the school on site. Children from other schools are welcome but parent/carers will need to arrange transport to and from school.

Children that attend Westgate Whirlybirds pre-school can also attend breakfast and after school club.

During the breakfast club children are offered cereal or toast until approximately 8.30am and drink is always accessible.

During after school club children will be offered some toast with a variety of toppings and sometimes fruit/veg is available.

Children have access to a variety of games and activities during breakfast and after school club.

We also offer a Pre-school (mornings and afternoons), Lunch Club and an Holiday Club.

Who to contact

Name
Penny
Position
Manager
Address
Westgate Whirlybirds
Brooklands Close
Hospital Road
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
Postcode
IP33 3JX
Telephone
01284 754014
Mobile
07484 069 551
Email
manager@westgatewhirlybirds.org.uk
Social Media
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Venue Details

Venue
Westgate Whirlybirds
Address
Brooklands Close
Hospital Road
Bury St. Edmunds
Suffolk
Postcode
IP33 3JX
View IP33 3JX on a map
Venue Email
manager@westgatewhirlybirds.org.uk
Parking available
Yes
Parking details
Limited parking available and can get busy.
Transport
Town is within walking distance and there are bus stops close by.

30 Hours Extended Entitlements

Registered to provide 30 Hours?
Yes
30 Hours Partner Summary
We offer 30 hours childcare with all other providers if required.

Vacancies

Last updated
28/02/2024
Immediate vacancies
Yes
Other information
If you require space for the breakfast club and after school club then please contact Westgate Whirlybirds directly on 01284 754014 or 07484 069 551

Days & times

Monday to Friday AM: 08:00 - 9.00
Monday to Friday PM: 3.30 - 17.30

Inclusive Provisions

Wheelchair access
Yes - This setting has level access to their premises.
Cultural provisions
Yes
Individual dietary needs
Yes
Recent experience of supporting children with additional needs
Yes - Staff may be required to undertake further training to meet the individual needs of children.
Specific additional needs this setting has experience of
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
Asthma
Autistic spectrum
Challenging Behaviour
Communication difficulties
Eczema
Emotional needs
Hearing Difficulties
Learning difficulties
Serious allergy
Social development impairment
Speech and language difficulties

Costs

Table of costs
Table of costs
AmountCost Type
£5.00
£5.00 upto 16.30
£8.00 upto 17.30
Details
Siblings reduction is offered, please contact us for more information.

Other Details

Facilities
Arts and crafts, Climbing frame, Computer, Enclosed outdoor play area, Games consoles, Garden, Healthy eating, Homework support, Kitchen, Out-door play, Outdoor play equipment, Playroom, Private changing area, Quiet area, TV - DVD, Take children on outings
School pickups
Westgate CP School (Bury St Edmunds)
Further information about pick-ups
Older children are able to walk independently from other schools but we must have written permission from their parents/carers.
Cater for over 8s
Yes
Age Range
From 2 Year(s)
To 13 Year(s)
Age Groups
Pre-school
Offers Tax Free Childcare
Yes

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN
251714
Link to latest ofsted inspection report 
Inspection history
Inspection History
Inspection DateInspection typeInspection Outcome
16/10/2007IntegratedSatisfactory
09/06/2011Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
18/09/2013Inspection (Early Years Register)Inadequate
18/06/2014Re-inspection (Early Years Register)Good
21/09/2017Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
20/04/2023Inspection (Early Years Register)Good

Support for people with disabilities

Access Suffolk
Access Suffolk
Experience of including people with special educational needs and disabilities

If children attend whom have specific needs we will do our best to recieve training to ensure the children can get the best outcome whilst in our care. Please contact us to discuss your individual needs.

Contact
Penny or Maria
Telephone
01284 754014 or 07484 069 551
Conditions Supported
Autistic spectrum conditions
Communication difficulties
Health conditions
Learning difficulties
Mental health conditions
Physical disabilities
Sensory impairments

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