The Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) program provides quality and fun child care for primary school children of working parents or for other children attending just for an interesting and fun time. Bookings are required for Before School Care, After School Care, Vacation and Curriculum Day Care as there is a limit of places available. Bookings may be made at OSHC 9886 5202 (before 8.45am and after 3.30pm) or School office 9802 3168 (at other times)
STAFF
The OSHC programs are staffed by a co-ordinator and assistant at all times. All permanent members of staff are qualified with a Diploma in Childrens Services, level 2 first aid and workplace hospitality, commercial cookery and hygiene certificate .
PROGRAMS
All programs offer a variety of activities that will enhance all your child's developmental needs and interests. Children may choose what interests them most. After School Care provides time and assistance with children’s homework if required. Before School Care provides cereal to children requiring breakfast before 8.00am and After School Care provides a healthy and substantial afternoon tea. Vacation care children must bring their own lunch and morning tea. Afternoon tea is supplied. Child Care is also provided for the School's Student Free (Curriculum) Days.
Activities for the week 19th to 23rd October includes:
- Stained Glass Windows
- 3D Binoculars
MENU
Breakfast menu for children arriving before 8am includes a choice of healthy cereals and toast and spreads.
Afternoon Tea includes an assortment of sandwiches and fruit and vegetables. Crackers and dips, garlic and herb bread, cheese or tuna jaffles, pita bread with healthy fillings, raisin toast, fruit salad and yoghurt or pizza muffins are also routinely offered. Careful planning of the menu allows for sensitivities and allergies experienced by the children in the program.
OPERATING PROCEDURES AND CONDITIONS
• Parents must fill in all enrolment and consent forms.
• Children must be picked up by 6:30pm or a late fee will be charged. ($10.00 for every 5 minutes).
• All fees must be paid fortnightly or a late fee of $10 will be charged.
• Direct debit/credit, cash, cheques and phone payments are accepted for payment (please make cheques payable to MWNPS)
• Unless prior arrangements have been made, no child shall leave the OSHC programs with anyone other than the designated persons on the enrolment form.
• All children are expected to behave in a proper manner at all times.
CHILD CARE BENEFITS (CCBs) are available to all parents, regardless of income. To apply phone the FAO (Family Assistance Officer) on 136150. You will need the correct codes for your CCB Application. Before and After School Care: 555-007-720S Vacation Care: 555-007-721K Fees are calculated on your CCB% and the discount is applied to your fortnightly account.
Session A - 7:00am to 8:45am .,Session B - 8:00am to 8:45am., Session C - 3:30pm to 5:00pm., Session D - 3:30pm to 6:30pm. Vacation Care full day session 7:30am to 6:30pm.
OSHC DIRECTOR : JOY BURTON
VACATION CARE CO-ORDINATOR: CAROL McKINLEY