Holiday Playschemes
Holiday playschemes registered on the Early Years and/or Childcare Register are now required to employ staff with qualifications rather than the Playwork Induction Standard endorsed training.
SkillsActive carried out a survey during the summer on the impact of this, and the report is currently being finalised. It indicated a significant impact on children, and we hope this will play a part in a solution being put in place for next year.
While Playwork Induction Standard endorsed courses are no longer accepted by Ofsted, it should be noted that these courses still make a valuable contribution to induction training for staff and volunteers who are new to the Playwork sector.
For more information contact playwork@skillsactive.com