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Blackthorns - Pioneer Childcare

We provide onsite Breakfast and After School Clubs at Blackthorns Community Primary Academy.

Pioneer Club sessions are planned to cater for children of all ages and abilities with the aim of supporting each child in their development through enriching and nurturing activities. We’ll be onsite each day of the school term to take care of all your childcare needs.

Our Blackthorns Pioneer Club will make use of designated spaces within the school, including use of the school hall and access to all the wonderful outdoor areas. Our team include sports coaches, art leaders and childcare professionals

With options for booking on a regular or ad-hoc basis – we’re here, as much or as little as you need us.

We have limited places available and would encourage you to book now to secure your child’s place.

What's Available:

  • Breakfast Club
  • After School Club

Ofsted Number: EY 2720459

Want to contact club during opening hours? Our site phone number is 07825636155

Breakfast Club

Times & Prices:

  • From 7:00am
  • £9.25, per session

Schools & Transport:

  • Blackthorns pupils – Onsite

Food:

  • A selection of cereals, crumpets, toast, fresh fruit and porridge available to choose from.

After School Club

Times & Prices:

  • Up to 6:30pm
  • £18.25, per session
  • Discounts available

Schools & Transport:

  • Blackthorns pupils – Onsite

Food:

  • High Tea, with a selection of sandwiches, bagels, wraps, crudites & fresh fruit available to choose from

Meet The Club Manager

Patience

Club Manager

Hello, my name is Patience. I am the Club Manager at our Blackthorns Breakfast and After School Club.

I joined Pioneer Childcare in June 2024. I hold a level 3 Childcare & Early Learning Certificate and SVQ Level 5 Health and Social Care Management qualification.

Before joining Pioneer Childcare, I worked as childminder and I have also volunteered at my local church on various roles including being a Sunday school teacher and a youth advisor.
My role at Pioneer gives me an opportunity to make a positive difference in the children’s lives.

Since joining Pioneer, I have received training and hold certificates in First Aid, Safeguarding, Prevent, Food Hygiene and Food Allergy and Intolerance training.

I enjoy all aspects of the club and I mostly like to run the challenge activities. I love seeing the children’s excitement in trying new things and I look forward to encouraging them to reaching their full potential.

If you would like to discuss anything club-related, please give me a call on 07825636155 during club opening hours, and I will be happy to talk to you.

Our activities

We offer children choice and variety across our range of indoor activities including sport, games and arts & crafts. We enjoy additional access to the playgrounds, field & outdoor areas – meaning we have plenty of room to further extend our range of exciting activities.

We are constantly monitoring and supporting the children, to ensure everyone has been well fed with a variety of options available to keep the children engaged and enjoying themselves whilst in our care.

Do you know a school that might be interested in what we can offer? Let us Know!