White Rose Primary School Delivery of Childcare, Afternoon Wrap Around and After School Provision

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White Rose Primary School has a purpose-built Childcare facility on its premises which could potentially be registered for up to 24 children, with a potential for further expansion to serve local families. The school Governing Body is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from childcare providers who are registered with Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) We are looking for a provider with either prior experience or knowledge of both Early Years Education and the Curriculum for Wales to establish and manage this provision. However the EOI is open to all existing providers who wish to develop new satellite provisions, new providers and to childminders who wish to register as a group-based provision for 2-year-olds and upwards.The new provider must offer funded childcare places under programs like Flying Start, Early Years Education and Childcare Offer for Wales, while also accommodating fee-paying parents. Additionally, they’ll be responsible for delivering Assisted and Supported Places.The anticipated registration for this provision is February 2025. EOIs should not exceed 1000 words and should address the following points:Seamless Quality Service: Explain how you plan to offer a seamless, high-quality service.Collaboration with the School: Describe how you’ll work closely with the school.Partnership with Parents and Professionals: Outline your approach to keeping parents, school staff, and other professionals informed about a child’s experience at the childcare provision.Vision for an Inclusive Environment: Share your vision for creating a high-quality, inclusive environment both indoors and outdoors.Don’t forget to include a Business Plan covering finances, sustainability, marketing, and other relevant aspects.Expressions of Interest should be addressed to Kathryn Thompson, Head Teacher, via email at WhiteRosePrimary@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk. The deadline for submissions is 3 pm on Monday 13 January 2025.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=146839. (WA Ref:146839)The buyer considers that this contract is suitable for consortia bidding.