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Buddies School wraparound Care, Chester

Where school days begin and end with joy

At Buddies, children aged 3–11 start and end their day in a space designed for them. It’s calm when it needs to be, energetic when they want it, with friendly staff, fun activities, and a routine that helps them feel right at home.

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Mollington

St Oswald’s CE Primary School

Location: Grove Road, Chester CH1 6LG
Capacity: 25 children
Hours: 7:45 - 8:30am & 3:15 - 6:00pm (term time)

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Chester City Centre

Chester Blue Coat CE Primary School

Location: Walpole Street, Chester CH1 4HG
Capacity: 40 children
Hours: 7:45 - 8:30am & 3:15 - 6:00pm (term time)

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What We Stand For

Helping children grow in confidence, every day.

You want your child to feel safe, supported, and sure of themselves. That’s exactly what we aim for at Buddies.

We give them the freedom to explore what they enjoy, and the space to try new things at their own pace. Over time, this builds confidence that lasts beyond the school gates.

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Ofsted-approved settings
2012
Year Buddies opened
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after-school fun

Activities to look forward to

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Games
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Crafts
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Building
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Messy Play
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Baking
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Sports
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Cozy classroom corner with tall wooden bookshelves filled with books and baskets, a small wooden desk, circular woven rugs on wood floor, plants, and decorative hanging lanterns and stars.
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What Makes Buddies Special

A change of pace kids really enjoy

Whether it’s the start or end of the school day, Buddies gives kids space to reset.In the mornings, it’s calm and easy: breakfast, games, and a gentle start.

After school, the energy picks up with outdoor play, crafts, snacks, and time to unwind with friends.It’s a change of pace they look forward to, and one that fits around busy family life too.

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Warm, welcoming setting
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Staff who really get to know each child
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Active, creative play, indoors and out
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Healthy snacks and good company
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Trusted by Families for 50 Years

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