Abercynon

Select one of the following:

After School Clubs
Out of School Childcare Clubs
Out of school childcare clubs help parents or carers who work or attend training. They provide breakfast clubs, after school clubs, holiday clubs and wrap around play-care for school age Children.
Registration:
Many schools have out of school childcare clubs, while other clubs are based in village halls, community centres and day nurseries. Children’s attendance is registered and they are given a snack and a drink. Where appropriate, clubs are registered and inspected by CSSIW and qualified or trained play staff supervise activities (one member of staff to every 8 children under 8 years of age). The play environment should be stimulating and varied with a range of activities such as arts/crafts, games and physical play for children to choose from. A quiet area for reading and homework may also be available. Children are supervised until a parent or carer arrives to collect them. Sometimes a collection service may be available to take children to school from the club and take them home at the end of their day.


ABERCYNON INFANTS SCHOOL BREAKFAST CLUB

AREA: Abercynon
TIMES OF OPENING: Monday & Tuesday 3.30-4.15pm
COST: free (only for those pupils who attend the school)
CONTACT: Angela Stokes tel: 01443 740393
INFORMATION: We provide a link up group for pre-school aged children and their parents once the children are two years old. The session runs on a Wednesday afternoon from 1.15-2.45pm. We also provide a pre-school brochure with advice and guidance for parents prior to their children starting school


BRYNCYNON COMMUNITY CENTRE AFTER SCHOOL CLUB

AREA: Ynysboeth, Abercynon
TIMES OF OPENING: Monday to Friday, 3-6PM
COST: £4.50
CONTACT: Gillian Bruford tel: 01443 742095
INFORMATION: We also hold playgroup sessions. Flying Start Monday to Friday free to those in the catchment area. Monday to Tuesday & Friday playgroup for those outside of the catchment area £3 per sesson. Holiday playschemes also available.
Information updated 04/03/10


Breakfast Clubs
BRYNCYNON BREAKFAST CLUB

AREA: Ynysboeth, Abercynon
TIMES OF OPENING: Monday to Friday, 7-9am
COST:
CONTACT: Gillian Bruford tel: 01443 742095
INFORMATION: We also hold playgroup sessions. Flying Start Monday to Friday free to those in the catchment area. Monday to Tuesday & Friday playgroup for those outside of the catchment area £3 per sesson. Holiday playschemes also available.


Creche
Crèches
Crèches provide occasional care for children while their parents are shopping, playing sport or on a course for example. Parents are expected to remain on the same premises, although not necessarily in the same room. A crèche must be registered if it takes children under 8 years, runs for 2 hours or more a day and for 6 or more days a year on the same premises (even if the child attends for shorter periods).


Childminders
Registered Childminders
Registered childminders are day care providers who work in their own homes caring for children.
They are based in the community, which means that children can go to local playgroups / cylchoedd meithrin, parent & toddler groups, clubs or visit friends. Responsibilities & Registration. Childminders are responsible for your child’s safety as well as their emotional and physical development. They should provide a mix of play and learning experiences inside and outside the home. All childminders must be registered and inspected by the Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales (CSSIW), who will check on their suitability, their home and everyone over the age of 16 living in the house.
Childminders must have:
  • a registration certificate issued by CSSIW
  • a public liability insurance certificate
    Fees and Flexibility
    Childminders are self-employed and set their fee. They can offer flexible childcare, year round, full-time or part-time and outside school hours. They can look after up to 6 children of varying ages at the same time and can therefore care for brothers and sisters together.

BARBARA BURNS REGISTERED CHILDMINDER

AREA: Quakers Yard, Treharris
TIMES OF OPENING: Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
COST: £25 per day or £125 per week
CONTACT: Barbara Burns tel: 01443 413442 or 07855895697
INFORMATION:
I hold a NNEB Qualified, First Aid Certificate and I am part of the childminding network


LORRAINE EXTON

AREA: Abercynon
TIMES OF OPENING: Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm
COST: £4.50 per hour
CONTACT: Lorrain Exton tel: 0789 0707 581
INFORMATION:
As a registered childminder of nearly 6 yrs I provide a safe and homely environment. We attend playgroups and outings on a weekly basis which are enjoyable and also educational. I can provide all meals and snacks at the wish of the parents. I believe in working with parents to meet the needs of all concerned.

Vacancies 17/08/09
5 places available from September 09


SHEILA GRIFFITHS

AREA: Treharris
TIMES OF OPENING: Monday to Friday 7am - 6pm & Saturday 8am - 6pm
COST: £3.50 per hour, £15 per session, £25 per day, £125 per week
CONTACT: Sheila Griffiths tel: 01443 413058
INFORMATION:


MICHELLE'S CHILDMINDING SERVICE

AREA: Abercynon
TIMES OF OPENING: Mon - Wed & Friday, 7.30am - 5.30pm
COST: £5 per hour
CONTACT: Michelle Howells tel: 01443 740390
INFORMATION:

VACANCIES 07/07/2009: NIL


Day Nurseries
Day Nurseries
Day nurseries provide registered early education and childcare for young children from birth to age 5. They usually open from early morning to early evening, Monday to Friday, all year round. They offer a caring, safe, stimulating environment either as full day care or part-time care for babies and pre-school children. Some may also provide care before and after school and in
the holidays for children aged 4 to 7 and sometimes older children too.

Day Nurseries must:
  • be registered and inspected by the Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales (CSSIW)
  • hold a registration certificate issued by CSSIW
  • have a public liability insurance certificate
  • have the appropriate food hygiene certificate
    Fees
    Most nurseries are run by private or voluntary organisations and fees will vary across the country. Support with costs is available from tax credits, childcare vouchers and free part-time places for all 3 year olds.
Food and snacks
Most day nurseries have facilities to prepare food and snacks for the children in their care. They should produce at least a 3 week menu of quality food and provide snacks appropriate to the length of day the child attends.


Y GOLAN FACH

AREA: Abercynon
TIMES OF OPENING: Monday to Friday 7.30am - 6pm
COST: please contact for further information
CONTACT: Angharad lloyd tel: 01443 741630
INFORMATION: Welsh Language Day Care Nursery/Gofal Dydd Gymraeg


Holiday Clubs
Parent and Toddler Groups
Parent and Toddler Groups / Cylchoedd Ti a Fi
Parent and Toddler Groups cater mainly for children under 2 years. Parents/carers stay with their children, so groups do not have to register with CSSIW. The sessions allow parents and children to mix with others and enjoy a variety of different activities. Cylchoedd Ti a Fi enable parents and carers to play alongside their children and socialise in an informal Welsh setting. Non-Welsh speaking parents can learn Welsh with their children, enjoying basic stories, songs and nursery rhymes as well as simple phrases to use at home.


WESLEY UNITED PLAYGROUP

AREA: Abercynon
TIMES OF OPENING: Thursday 10am - midday
COST: £1
CONTACT: Sue Lloyd tel: 01443 740938
INFORMATION: Provides a safe, friendly environment. Has Safeguarding Children Policy in place. There is a structured morning of play and activities, including craft, reading and singing sessions. Price includes snacks. A warm welcome is assured.





Playgroups
GROWING TOGETHER PLAYGROUP

AREA: Abercynon
TIMES OF OPENING: Mon - Wed & Friday 9.15-11.45am & 12.30-3pm, Thursday 12.30-3pm only
COST: £3 per session or free for Flying Start Children
CONTACT: Gillian Bruford tel: 01443 740257



Registered Education Providers
Registered Education for children aged 3 & 4years
All children have the right to a free, part-time, good quality early education place the term after their third birthday. Part-time means a minimum of 10 hours a week, for around the same number of weeks as the normal school year.

Costs:
You are not expected to contribute towards the cost of these places. If your child already attends an early education setting when she/he becomes 3, the fee will be reduced. However, you may have to pay for any services or childcare on top of the free education part-time place.

Registration:
Settings outside schools must be registered with CSSIW. Places are available in reception and nursery classes in schools, day nurseries, playgroups, Cylchoedd Meithrin and childminders linked to an accredited Children Come First Network. For more information on registered facilities offering free part-time places, contact your local Family Information Service.


 

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council Logon

Designed by Creative Design Rhondda Cynon Taf CBC