The development of extended services from schools  is a key part of the government’s Every Child Matters: Change for Children agenda, and is part of a wider transformation of the way different children’s services work together.

When delivered effectively, extended services can help children overcome barriers to learning and enrich the curriculum – schools and partners in local areas are planning new activities and services in ways that support children and young people to be healthy, stay safe, enjoy and achieve, make a positive contribution and achieve economic well being.

Independent evaluation and Ofsted have shown the positive impact extended services can have, including: improving pupil attendance, confidence, motivation and attainment; reducing exclusion rates; helping teachers to focus on teaching and learning; and enhancing children’s and families’ access to services.

This page will continue to be updated. If you cannot find the information you are looking for, please contact the Extended Services Team on 01225 394345.

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