Harlands Primary School

Wrapround Childcare

Our wraparound childcare provision is provided by Pioneer Childcare.

Founded in 2006, Pioneer Childcare provides term time before and after school clubs and school holiday camps across Sussex. and have looked after Harlands School children on site since 2020.

They are Ofsted registered, which means you can use the government’s Tax-Free Childcare or Childcare Vouchers to help pay for the cost of your childcare. All payments are via your online account, which is quick to set up and can be accessed 24hrs a day.

You can book your term time childcare on either a permanent or ad hoc basis (depending on availability) to help meet your childcare needs.


Pioneer Values
At Pioneer, they know the difference they can make to children’s lives and how their clubs can benefit their overall wellbeing.

They've developed a set of six core Pioneer Values, brought to life by a series of characters which develop children as individuals, enhancing their learning both at school and at home.

Their activities provide many opportunities for children to have fun learning these values, which are all designed to help each child make meaningful and measurable progress, in a safe, caring environment with a capable and professional staff team.


New to Breakfast and After School Club
Pioneer recognise that starting school is a huge change for children and their parents. Thefriendly team are experienced at helping new families settle in quickly to ensure that coming to Pioneer Club becomes a normal and exciting part of the day.

If you haven’t used breakfast and after school childcare before, you may not be fully aware of what’s involved. 

Breakfast Club – A Typical Morning
• Drop off anytime from 7am at the Pioneer Club entrance next to the school’s main entrance.
• Breakfast is served between 7am – 8am.
• A selection of cereals, crumpets, toast and fresh fruit is available.
• NB: We can cater for all dietary requirements.
• Engaging activities ready for the school day ahead, whether that’s burning off some energy or joining in some mindful activities – it’s all part of the fun!
• Our Staff handover the children in time for the start of school.

After School Club – A Typical Afternoon
• Our friendly team collect the children at the end of the school day.
• Children participate in a variety of staff led sessions in the school hall and playgrounds.
• Within the session a High Tea of sandwiches, bagels or wraps with a choice of fillings, plus vegetable crudités and fresh fruit are served. NB: We can cater for all dietary requirements.
• You can collect your happy child any time up to 6.30pm.


Next Steps
If you want to find out more about using our childcare provision, they recommend you call them on 01444 411388 or email enquiries@pioneerchildcare.co.uk with the days you require so we can confirm availability and let you know the next steps.

Updated September 2024