Childcare voucher provider Early Years Vouchers Ltd says that many working parents are not aware of the significant savings they can make on breakfast and after-school clubs. Working mums and dads can save almost £100 per month each on childcare costs for these clubs, which are for five- to 16-year-olds, but a large number are missing out because of the commonly-held belief that childcare vouchers are just for pre-school infants.
Amanda Ward, Director of Early Years Vouchers Ltd, said, “There is definitely a lack of knowledge surrounding where parents can make childcare cost savings. Nurseries and childminders are the obvious choice, but parents only really need these up until their children start school – and then it can be difficult to juggle full-time employment and look after young children. After-school activities are a great option for parents, because many clubs pick the kids up from surrounding schools and they play together in a safe environment until their parents get home."
In addition to breakfast and after-school clubs, childcare vouchers from Early Years Vouchers can be used for:
- Day nurseries (private, community or local authority)
- Workplace nurseries
- Childminders
- Pre-school playgroups
- Nursery schools
- Holiday clubs
- Nannies
