The Play Professionals at Ark Globe Academy offer safe, stimulating, affordable childcare before and after school, with extra-curricular activities that give children the chance to explore sports, music, arts, and drama. These opportunities are particularly valuable for children growing up in poverty, who are less likely to be able to access them elsewhere.
As well as being a source of fun and a time to socialise, before and after-school clubs help children concentrate and improve their attainment. Breakfast clubs have been proven to help children to be more alert and ready to learn, which helps them reach their potential. We also work closely with schools in supporting children with additional needs.
Breakfast Club & After School Club
Wraparound care services provided by Play Professionals
FREE Taster Week & Open Day
Ark Globe Academy is proud to partner with Play Professionals, who run our primary wraparound childcare services, including Breakfast and Afterschool Clubs.
FREE taster week: Monday 2 - Friday 6 March 2026 (Breakfast & Afterschool Clubs)
*Limited places – Please book early to avoid disappointment.
To book your child’s place:
- Create an account via https://playp.org.uk/
- Once registered, email info@playp.org.uk with your child’s name and specify whether you require Breakfast Club, After School Club, or both.
FREE Open Day: Friday 27 February 2026, 3:30pm-5:00pm
No registration required
Meet the Play Professionals team and find out more about the services. All welcome!
Activities include: Face Painting, Free Play, Slime Lab, Arts and Crafts, Games. Coffee, tea, cakes, and soft drinks provided.
Get Support
Did you know The Play Professionals are an Ofsted registered Childcare provider? This means you may be able to get help towards your childcare costs.
Play Professionals will be holding sessions at Ark Globe Academy to help parents/carers register for wraparound care services and to assist in accessing help towards childcare costs of up to 80%. No need to book, just show up!
Tuesday 24 February 2026, 8:30am-9:30am
Thursday 26 February 2026, 8:30am-9:30am
Services
- Breakfast Club: 7:30 - 8:30
- After School Club: 3:30 - 6:00
- Early Stay & Play: 3:30 - 4:30
- Late Stay & Play: 4:30 - 6:00
Prices
- Breakfast Club: £5 (Superheroes*: £8:50)
- After School Club: £15 (Superheroes*: £21)
- Early Stay & Play: £9 (Superheroes* £12)
- Late Stay & Play: £9 (Superheroes* £12)
*Superheroes places can be booked in an ad hoc way, up to 7:15am on the day for Breakfast Club and up to 3:15pm on the day for After School Club