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Community use

An extended school is one that provides a range of services and activities often beyond the school day to help meet the needs of its pupils, their families and the wider community.

An overview of extended schools is available on TeacherNet, including guidance, information about childcare and Sure Start.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk /wholeschool/extendedschools/

You can glance at a few top tips on becoming an extended school.
http://www.governornet.co.uk /publishArticle.cfmCFID=23614495&CFTOKEN= 13380068&contentid=925&topicAreaId=5&page Start=1&sortOrder=title&searchWhere =all&searchString=extended%20schools

For general information about involving the wider community see TeacherNet.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk /wholeschool/familyandcommunity/