The Guildford Borough Council Play service is always looking for ways to communicate information on current and new legislation and funding opportunities to play providers. If you are interested in receiving this information please send your details to the Play and Youth Development Officer using the contact details at the bottom of this page.
The Play Development Service can offer advice and support on all aspects of setting up an After School Club or Holiday Playscheme. Please contact the Play and Youth Development Officer for further information.
The links below provide further guidance on play provision:
What is Play? [PDF] (56k)
What is Playwork? [PDF] (135k)
Inclusive Play [PDF] (172k)
Playwork Principles (this page opens in a new window)
Below are a list of useful organisations who are able to offer further advice to play providers.
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- Early Years and Childcare Service
This partnership is involved in all aspects of early education and childcare for children 0 - 14 years (16 years with a disability), including setting up and maintaining childcare facilities, grants and training bursaries, childcare as a career.
Tel: 01372 833919
Web: Early Years and Childcare Service website (this page opens in a new window)
- OFSTED
Ofsted's website provides information on all aspects of registration procedures and any appropriate forms you may require.
Web: OFSTED (this page opens in a new window)
- Criminal Records Bureau Checks
For information on how to obtain Criminal Records Bureau Checks on your staff.
Web: Criminal Records Bureau website (this page opens in a new window)
Play and Youth Development Officer
Leisure Services
Guildford Borough Council
Millmead House
Millmead
Guildford
Surrey
GU2 4BB
Email: playdevelopment@guildford.gov.uk
Tel: 01483 444764