Out of School Hours Program

The OSHC program provides quality and fun childcare for Children both before and after school, pupil free days and School holidays.  Our program emphasis where Children can make their own decisions about what and where they would like to play.  We offer Indoor/outdoor play which means the door is always open from the room to the garden. We will also offer quiet cosy areas where children can relax and unwind after a long day at school.

Our prgram works on the 'my time, our place' government initiative.

Staff

The staff caring for your children are trained in Children’s services, there will be a qualified educator's to supervise the Children, implement the program and ensure all Children and families individual needs are met.  We would love to get parents and Children’s ideas and suggestions about activities of interest. The OSHC room is registered for 27 Children.

Program

The program will consist of a number of activities based on the needs and interests of the Children.  We will offer unstructured play time involving:    Sport, dramatic play, Art and craft, Games, music and dance, books, puzzles and supervision of homework. The OSHC room is large and spacious which enables the Children to either be involved in group play or seek a quiet area of the room.  The outdoor area consists of a large garden with a number of age appropriate activities offered.

Transport

The centre educator's will be driving the Children to and from School.  We will be working very closely with Schools to ensure both Centre educator's and School teachers are aware of the designated drop off/pick up point.

Snacks

Our centre takes part in the Kids-go for your life campaign, which is a Victorian government initiative which aims to promote healthy eating and increases levels of physical activity.   We will be providing breakfast for Children that arrive before 7:30am, Children will have the choice of two cereals. (Our policy states that food cannot be brought into the centre.)  If your child has an Allergy or sensitivity we will cater to their individual need.

Upon arrival in the afternoon Children will be offered a substantial and tasteful snack, the menu will be available for parents to read and make any suggestions.  Water is offered for Children to access themselves both indoor and outdoor, staff are aware that some Children may need assistance with this.

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