Creating Brilliant Breakfast and After School Clubs
Target audience:
- Breakfast Club Supervisors
- After-School Club Leaders
- Teaching Assistants involved in wraparound care
- School leaders overseeing extended provision
Aims:
To help Breakfast Club and After School Club staff create calm, inclusive, and enjoyable environments and experiences before and after school, grounded in Jenny Mosley’s proven approaches.
Total course length:
Approx. 60–90 minutes (can be completed in short sections)
Formats:
- Online training course
- Short videos or narrated slides
- Printable activity guides
- Reflective exercises
- Quizzes for certification
MODULE 1: Welcome & Course Overview
Learning Outcomes for Module 1
By the end of this module, participants will:
- Understand the purpose and structure of the training course.
- Recognize the importance and potential impact of wraparound clubs.
- Reflect on the current environment within their own setting.
- Feel motivated and valued in their role.
Lessons
Lesson 1.1 — Welcome and Course Aims Lesson 1.2 — Why Breakfast & After-School Clubs Matter Lesson 1.3 — Reflecting on Your Club Environment PreviewMODULE 2: The Golden Rules in Action
Introduce and apply Jenny Mosley’s concept of the Golden Rules to the specific setting of breakfast and after-school clubs, focusing on language, routines, and shared values.
Lessons
Lesson 2.1 — Introducing the Golden Rules Lesson 2.2 — Building the Rules into Club Routines Lesson 2.3 — Role Modelling and ConsistencyMODULE 3: Positive Play and Calm Transitions
Using play intentionally to support emotional wellbeing, relationships and self-regulation – and how to handle shifts between activities peacefully.
Lessons
Lesson 3.1 — The Power of Play in Wraparound Care Lesson 3.2 — Balancing Freedom and Structure Lesson 3.3 — Calm Transitions and Emotional CuesMODULE 4: Circle Time & Discussion Circles
Help staff adapt the Circle Time approach for short, informal use at clubs — building community, voice, and reflection.
Lessons
Lesson 4.1 — Why Mini Circle Times Work Lesson 4.2 — Setting Up and Facilitating Mini Circle Times Lesson 4.3 — Ideas for Mini Circle TimesMODULE 5: Wellbeing and Behaviour Through Positivity
Equip staff to manage behaviour and emotions proactively, focusing on positive language, empathy, and understanding children’s needs.
Lessons
Lesson 5.1 — The Power of Positive Language Lesson 5.2 — Handling Conflicts Calmly Lesson 5.3 — Supporting Children with Additional NeedsMODULE 6: Building a Happy, Sustainable Club
Encourage long-term improvement, teamwork, and celebration of success.