The Winchester Project

The Winchester Project is an after-school club located in the London borough of Camden at the Old Winchester Arms, 21 Winchester Rd, Belsize Park, London NW3 3NR. The provider is registered with Ofsted under the URN 116358 as childcare on non-domestic premises, specifically functioning as out-of-school day care. According to Ofsted records, the provider status is active with a registration date of November 2, 1994, under the Camden local authority and London region.

The latest Ofsted out-of-school inspection on March 12, 2024, resulted in a met outcome, confirming that safeguarding was effective. The facility is approved for 50 registered places according to official Ofsted data sourced up to December 31, 2025. Published Google reviews give the club a rating of 4.9 out of 5 based on 11 published reviews.

Parents can contact the club by telephone at 020 7586 8731 or visit their official website at http://thewinch.org/. Opening hours published for the service are Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Review themes indicate that The Winchester Project offers affordable play and childcare services designed to build children's confidence.

Parent reviews note that the location serves as an ideal setting for holiday play schemes, with children frequently attending during every half term. Review themes also highlight that staff members are friendly and accommodating, treating families warmly while providing a secure environment. In addition to childcare, the organisation offers a parenting course specifically structured to help foster and build confidence for participants.

Published website text notes that the Camden children's charity supports families, young people, youth services, play provision, parenting support, and community projects in North London. The Winchester Project works to ensure every child has the chance to grow up feeling safe and supported within the community.