The survey of out-of-school clubs in England found one in four has a long waiting list for places. KCNchief executive Anne Longfield said, 'Although there has been a major increase in provision as a result of Government support, there are still only places for around 6 per cent of school-age children. This compares sharply with the enormous demand for out-of-school provision.'
A separate survey of parents by the Department for Education and Skills in 2002 found that 86 per cent of parents wanted more out-of-school places.
The situation is worst in London, where waiting lists average 50 per cent of a club's capacity.
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