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25 Fun Halloween activities for schools, clubs & childcarers blog cover

MagicBooking is a great system, improving all the time. 100% improves admin time to be able to spend more time working with the children.

Derek Beesley, Director & Manager, Kidz Enterprise

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How 30 hours free childcare + best start hubs impact clubs blog cover

Learn how 30 hours free childcare and Best Start family hubs affect schools, wraparound, and activity clubs - and how providers can prepare with MagicBooking.

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Back to school guide for teachers, clubs & parents blog cover

When do kids go back to school in 2025? Get dates, checklists, supplies, activities & tips for schools, clubs & parents. MagicBooking makes it easier.

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Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025: Guide for schools, clubs & childcare cover

Stay compliant with KCSIE 2025. Discover the latest safeguarding updates, Ofsted inspection tips, and how childcare software supports safer practices.

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MagicBooking's revolutionary HMRC Tax-Free Childcare payment integration blog cover

Discover MagicBooking's seamless HMRC Tax-Free Childcare integration. Simplify payments for schools, clubs, and parents with our game-changing solution.

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Top 10 tips for childcare business growth blog cover

Discover 10 expert tips to grow your childcare business. Learn how to scale operations, boost revenue, and streamline admin with the right tools.

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Boost parent engagement: Club owners & teachers to parents blog cover

Advice for Schools Advice for Clubs

Discover top parent engagement best practices for schools, clubs & MATs. Boost retention, improve communication with parents & download our free playbook.

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Best summer holiday activities for kids & families 2025 blog cover

Advice for Schools

Discover 50+ free and low-cost summer activities for kids of all ages, plus tips for providers and camps. Includes London ideas, EYFS fun, and SEO tips!

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Ofsted inspection handbook: How schools & clubs can prepare blog cover

Advice for Schools Advice for Clubs

Worried about your next Ofsted inspection? This guide helps schools and clubs understand the process, grading, and how to be fully prepared.

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Holiday Club Business tips: How to See Success ALL YEAR blog cover

Advice for Clubs

Discover how to run a successful holiday club all year with tips on boosting attendance, marketing strategies, managing cash flow, and using MagicBooking.

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2025 updates to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) blog cover

Advice for Schools Advice for Clubs

Explore funding options for free breakfast clubs in schools and childcare providers. Learn about government schemes, grants, and tips to run a successful club.

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Advice for Schools Advice for Clubs

Stay ahead of the EYFS 2025 safeguarding changes. Discover key updates on safer recruitment, child absence policies, first aid requirements, and training.

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Top 7 trends in wraparound childcare to watch in 2025 blog cover

Advice for Schools Advice for Clubs

Stay ahead of the curve with 2025’s biggest wraparound childcare trends. Discover what’s changing in after-school care and how your school or club can adapt.

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How to Start or Expand Wraparound Care in 2025: Key Benefits & Available Financial Support for Schools and Clubs blog cover

Advice for Schools Advice for Clubs

Discover how MagicBooking simplifies wraparound care management. Save time, increase revenue, and improve satisfaction with our user-friendly platform tailored for schools, clubs, and childcare providers.

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How MagicBooking empowers schools and clubs: Insights from our 2024 client experience report blog cover

Advice for Schools Advice for Clubs

Discover how MagicBooking empowers schools and clubs. Insights from our 2024 client experience report reveal how we save time, reduce costs, boost parent satisfaction, and transform operations for schools and childcare organisations.

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Efficient customer communication tools for schools and clubs blog cover

Advice for Schools Advice for Clubs

Learn how to grow and scale your childcare business, club, or school programme. Discover strategies for marketing, operations, financial management, and leveraging technology.

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Reducing admin time in school and club management blog cover

Advice for Schools Advice for Clubs

Discover expert tips, tools, and workflows to reduce admin time for schools and clubs, allowing you to focus on growth and support for students.

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Advice for Schools

Learn how schools can increase revenue by implementing in-house wraparound care. Discover tips on reducing admin time, hiring staff, and utilizing government schemes with MagicBooking.

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Cashless future for schools and clubs blog cover

Advice for Schools Advice for Clubs

Discover the benefits of a cashless future for schools and after-school clubs. Learn how cashless payment systems can save time, improve security, reduce admin, and enhance parent satisfaction.