About us

With fun, enriching activities and flexible booking and payment options that support busy families.

Where Children Come First

Play and Learn Scheme CIC was formed in 2019, and we now deliver in multiple settings. We also deliver an outstanding holiday programme across the North West of England that integrates local communities through diverse, fun and safe activities.

We are proud of what we have achieved so far; however, this is the tip of the iceberg, as we want to give as many schools, parents and children access to our amazing PALS provision. If you feel PALS would benefit you or your community, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Meet the Team

PALS is a trusted, OFSTED-registered childcare provider offering high-quality, affordable services to families across the North West. Led by highly qualified and skilled practitioners and an enthusiastic and experienced management team, we strive to deliver excellence in all that we do.Children are at the forefront of everything that we offer. 

Donna Walker

I have over 20 years of experience in childcare, For the past three years, I have worked with Play and Learn Scheme (PALS), where I have been involved in planning activities, supporting children’s wellbeing, and ensuring high-quality childcare provision.

Outside of work, I enjoy walking my dog, reading, and spending time with my friends and family. These activities help me maintain a healthy work-life balance and bring energy to my role.

Barclay Robert

I’ve spent 22 years navigating the world of logistics. With a talent for keeping things moving, I’ve built my career on solving problems most people don’t even realise exist.

For the past two years, I’ve brought that same steady hand to PALS, managing accounts with precision and patience. I’m the kind of person who actually enjoys making sense of numbers, deadlines, and client needs all at once.

Amanda Fowler

I have over 25 years of childcare experience and a genuine passion for helping children thrive. For the past two years with PALS, which has allowed me to continue doing what I love most: supporting young people as they grow, learn, and build confidence in themselves.

Outside of my professional experience, I enjoys reading, sports, and spending time doing the things that make life joyful. 

Important Information

We are an OFSTED registered company and so we are able to accept alternative payment methods such as childcare vouchers and other government schemes.
Each provision has the relevant insurance policies catered to the specific work that we do. 
All of our sites are registered with the food standards agency and a taster menu can be found below.Our policies are carefully formulated to ensure a smooth and safe running of our settings.

Our Mission Statement

We are passionately committed to ensuring that we  provide a nurturing, inspirational, stimulating, safe and secure environment for every child that attends our club.

We aspire to be a positive contribution to the lives of all our children and their families regardless of their religion, ethnic or cultural background or any individual additional needs.  Providing opportunities for all children to make excellent individual progress in relation to their personal and educational development.

We are committed to giving each child the confidence they need to grow, explore, show curiosity and sharing experiences with their peers. This is vital in preparing them for primary school or the next stage in their learning.

At each of our ‘PALS’ clubs the children learn through many different types of play and gain an insight into the world in which we live. All of our highly skilled play workers are dedicated to ensuring that strong partnerships are formed with all families. 

Together as a team built with healthy parenting and high quality learning opportunities we can provide the foundation children need to make the most of their abilities and talents as they grow and develop. During their time at our club the children experience social interaction with others, develop encouraging friendships and future life skills.