As both DDs are freelancers and both SILs work flexitime, we had the most complicated schedule for drop offs and pickups. Not too bad when all 3 DGC were in the same private nursery but once they started school - 2 different schools, only 3 miles apart but both going in and coming out at the same time and we had only one car - it became problematic. Later after DH's accident and steady descent into Dementia, the logistics became impossible - mainly because both schools operated a NO PARKING zone around the schools and DH could neither walk far enough, nor be safely left home alone nor alone in the car.
Unfortunately, both Breakfast and after School Clubs will not take casual bookings and it is very expensive to book the DGC in for the whole week when only one or two days might be required.
Thankfully, the DGC are now old enough to walk home by themselves and we can park at their door and be there to welcome them. Alternatively they can go on a playdate with one of their pals.
I do wish schools would finally recognise that there are now very few 'stay at home' mums/dads, very few jobs with child friendly hours, few who are lucky enough to have Grandparents living nearby and adjust their rules accordingly.