Scottish Government Out of School Care

Official channel for updates from the @scotgov Out of School Care team

[Scottish Government Out of School Care @OSCScotGov]

❗️IMPORTANT UPDATE ❗️

To all our followers please have a read of the update below.

Please follow the ScotGov Childcare Twitter - @ELCScotGov where you will continue to see updates about the whole childcare sector in Scotland

We will be back soon!

[Mearns After School Care @MACSAfterSchool]

Really proud to have won this award. OSC children doing good work. @SOSCN @ELCScotGov @MareeToddMSP @EastRenCouncil

[ScotGov Education @ScotGovEdu]

Regulated childcare, including breakfast and after-school clubs, for primary pupils will also re-start on 15 March as part of the Phase 2 return.

[ScotGov Childcare @ELCScotGov]

Today we announced £11.2 million for all childcare providers in the private and third sectors, including out-of-school care providers, to help meet the extra costs incurred to comply with public health guidance in response to coronavirus.

More details ⬇️⬇️

[Scot Gov Fairer @ScotGovFairer]

Energy providers have put emergency measure in place to ensure people affected by coronavirus do not get cut off.

Contact your provider to find out what support you can get.

Get free advice from @HomeEnergyScot on 0808 808 2282 or visit https://t.co/b4MR7jhLi7

[Scot Gov Health @scotgovhealth]

We know that most people who have been infected have a mild illness and recover, but if you feel anxious about COVID-19, you’re not alone. Looking after our mental health is just as important as our physical health.

For steps to keep yourself well ➡️https://t.co/hrLXGNjJLK

[One Parent Families Scotland @OPFS]

Today is the day: it's #SingleParentsDay!

Friends, family and supporters: tell us why you #CelebrateSingleParents.

Single parents: tell us why you are #ProudSingleParents. Don't be shy!

We'll be sharing your inspiring messages throughout the day 😀

https://t.co/TJU3vusY0q

[ScotGov Childcare @ELCScotGov]

A really clear & simple way of explaining why we are being asked to self isolate (if we or household members have symptoms) & why we are ALL being asked to practice social distancing 👇

It’s important that we still stay emotionally connected with each other ❤️

Pls RT & share

[Early Learning and Childcare PKC @elc_pkc]

If your look for something slightly different to do with your children try the Zoo Cams https://t.co/wot5RVDUp5 @EdinburghZoo

[James McTaggart @JamesEdPsych]

“Phones and tablets can be a distraction in family life, at the moment they’re a possible lifeline and there are lots of ways to use them positively”

BBC guide to using video chat to stay in touch with children we might be missing and who are missing us

https://t.co/NctEDnzGCx

[Fife Active Schools @FifeActiveSch]

#KeepFifeActive

🔹Over the next period, we will be sharing:

🏃‍♀️A range of ways for young people and families remain active!

🤔How staying active can positively impact wider wellbeing!

🏆A series of physical activity challenges to keep you busy & motivated!

@WellbeingInFife

[Jason Leitch @jasonleitch]

This helps. 👇🏼

[Children First @_ChildrenFirst]

During these difficult times, it is our most vulnerable families who will be hardest hit. Children 1st are determined to maintain direct emotional & practical support to families wherever it is safe to do so. And Parentline will always be there on the phone by webchat and online

[ScotGov Childcare @ELCScotGov]

.#TeamELC & beyond can we please RT & share the Parentline info 👇 far & wide, particularly with our most vulnerable families

Really important parents & families feel supported during this time. @children1st have emotional & practical support available to those who need it ❤️

[ScotGov Childcare @ELCScotGov]

A great video for us ALL on how to properly wash our hands & ensure the whole hand is clean. Thank you @mikegalsworthy for your ‘pro’ hand washing 😊🦠👇👏

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

By being sensible and considerate when shopping, we can all help make sure that supplies get to those who need them most.

Watch FM @NicolaSturgeon’s statement on #coronavirus ⬇

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

Do you have questions about the impact #coronavirus may have on you and your family?

@parentclubscot have information on protecting yourself and others, and guidance on what to do if you're staying at home with children.

Find out more ➡️ https://t.co/ifuXV7BXDK

[Parenting across Scotland @ScotParents]

@parentforumscot @cisweb @ADHDFoundation @BBCScotLearn @NtlMuseumsScot @sqanews @twinklresources @FirstNews_Teach @janetifimust @RBS And more information and resources in the new section of our website too

Parenting across Scotland has put together information for families about dealing with the Coronavirus. Please help us get the information to parents and carers. https://t.co/4X0cdmm2oz…

[EAL Service, Glasgow @EALGlasgow]

We have put together some resources for children and young people with English as an Additional Language. Fun things that parents and children can do together. Please share and let us know how you get on! #ealathome

[Parenting across Scotland @ScotParents]

Parenting across Scotland has put together information for families about dealing with the Coronavirus. Please help us get the information to parents and carers. https://t.co/uffjf5iXwI