Nursery World - Anyone thinking of running a holiday playscheme?

Anyone thinking of running a holiday playscheme in England this summer needs to register with Ofsted now, to allow time for checks with social services and the Criminal Records Bureau, Ofsted has warned. Late applicants may fail to become registered in time for the school holidays in July. Registration with Ofsted is a legal requirement for any playscheme operating for more than two hours a day or more than six days in a year. Information is available on the Ofsted helpline on 0845 601 4771.

Information is available on the Ofsted helpline on 0845 601 4771.

ChildcareLink on 08000 96 02 96 has details of local Early Years Development and Childcare Partnerships.

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