Playworks Shafton

Playworks Shafton is an out-of-school childcare provider located at the community centre in Shafton, Barnsley, S72 8NH. The provider operates as childcare on non-domestic premises within the Barnsley council borough and the Yorkshire and The Humber Ofsted region. According to Ofsted registration records with URN 2535157, the provider status is active since its registration date of August 6, 2019.

The setting is officially registered to accommodate up to 50 places for children. During its out-of-school inspection on July 20, 2022, Ofsted judged the setting to have met requirements, confirming that safeguarding was effective. Published provider information and Ofsted records indicate that the service functions as out-of-school day care.

The published opening hours for the club run from Monday to Friday between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM, while remaining closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Families can reach the club by telephone at 07999 000829 or by visiting their official website at http://www.playworksshafton.com/. Publicly available rating data shows a published Google rating of 5.0 derived from 1 published Google review.

The club offers breakfast clubs and afterschool clubs tailored for children attending Brierley, Shafton and Milefield Primary Schools. Transport options including a walking bus or transport from school are provided for both the breakfast club and the afterschool club. Holiday clubs are also provided to deliver exciting activities and adventures during school breaks.

Provider details state that full day holiday club sessions run from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM priced at £30, with shorter 5-hour sessions available for £15. The provider works with Barnsley Council to offer funded places through Healthy Holidays and other funding providers. Parents can use financial support options such as tax-free childcare accounts and Universal Credit claims covering up to 85 percent off childcare.

Review themes and provider statements highlight that the club aims to provide a safe, fun, and enriching environment where children can engage in activities ranging from arts and crafts to sports and games.