Chosen is a community-based children’s service providing safe, reliable, and high-quality care that supports children’s wellbeing while enabling parents and carers to work, study, and sustain family stability. The service delivers structured activities, learning support, and a nurturing environment that children enjoy and families rely on, making a meaningful contribution to positive outcomes for both children and the wider community.

Key Statistics – Funding Evidence

Service Usage

100% of respondents are current users of the service

The club currently supports 40+ children and their families

Importance of the Service

100% of respondents rated the service as Essential or Very Important

Majority rated it Essential

0% rated the service as unimportant or unnecessary

Impact if the Service Did Not Continue

Parents and carers reported the following likely outcomes (multiple responses allowed):

Over 80% would struggle to afford alternative childcare

Over 70% would need to reduce work hours

Over 50% would be unable to work or study

100% stated their child would lose access to safe after-school provision

Employment & Education Impact

Multiple parents stated they have:

Taken on new employment

Increased to full-time work

Continued or resumed education/studies

specifically because the club is available

Parents confirmed they may need to rely on government support if the service closes

Who Benefits

Majority of respondents (over 75%) selected “All of the above”:

Children

Parents and carers

Families

Wider community

Level of Support

Over 90% of respondents Strongly Support continued funding

100% support continuation of the service (Strongly Support or Support)

Parents are willing to provide written testimonies to support funding

Children’s Outcomes

Parents reported that children:

Are happier and more settled

Develop new skills and independence

Receive homework and learning support

Attend a safe, trusted, and caring environment

Risk Without Funding

Without funding:

40+ children risk losing consistent care

Parents face job loss, reduced income, or study disruption

Increased demand on statutory and welfare services

Survey data shows 100% reliance on the service, with over 90% of families strongly supporting its continuation. Without funding, families face employment disruption, financial hardship, and loss of safe childcare for over 40 children.