Our Programs
As play is one of the most important and valuable learning tools a child can have, we offer a wide range of age appropriate games and activities for both outside and inside the Centre. We encourage children to join in the whole group, play in smaller groups or play individually.
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Essential skills are learnt through the various activities planned for the children such as art & craft, construction, cooking, sport and both small and large group games. A weekly theme is developed by staff based on input and ideas provided by children and their families on the Programming Ideas Whiteboard and formal and informal discussions.
Children are encouraged to be supportive and respectful of other ideas or interests.
Children are offered a range of ‘self-selection’ resources and equipment during the morning and afternoon sessions where they can make their own choices as to what they would like to do. This encourages independence and promotes good self-esteem.
Before School Care
After School Care
Staff Development Days
Vacation Care
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri: 7:00am - 9am & 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed
School Holidays: Mon - Thurs: 7:00am-6:30pm (Days vary)
Staff Development Days: 7:00am-6:30pm
Morning Session
7:00 AM
Service opens, Children begin to arrive at the centre; parents sign children in; educators’ welcome families.
7:00 - 8:00 AM
Breakfast is offered for children. Staff members always try to join the children for breakfast to create a home like atmosphere . Children then have the option of free play or organised craft.
8:00 AM
Children will often go outside for free and structured play including sports, games and free play on the equipment. Depending on numbers, children may be able to play both indoors and outdoors.
8:45 - 8:55 AM
Children then come inside, and everyone assists in packing away all toys, board/card games, and craft.
8:55 AM
Everyone sits for the Yarning circle. Staff complete the roll before school bell. If there’s spare time before the bell, children can play a group game
Afternoon Session
3:30 PM
Service open, Children arrive at Centre and line up outside within the bollards
3:35 PM
Children come inside, wash their hands and sit at the tables for the roll, there is often then a chance to disscuss the events of the day or share stories.
3:40 PM
Afternoon tea is then served, fruit platters are served, once fruit is finished, those not wanting more food may go play, then special afternoon tea is served.
4:10 PM
Educators may then take children outside for outdoor play if whether conditions permit
5:00 - 5:30 PM
Children come back to OOSH, lining up before an educator takes them inside for free play and craft
5:45 PM
Late snack may be served to children who want it
6:00 - 6:10 PM
All toys and craft are packed away, and remaining children play a group game
6:30 PM
Service closed
Staff Development Days/ Vacation Care
7:00 AM
Service opens, Children begin to arrive at the centre; parents sign children in; educators’ welcome families
7:00 - 8:00 AM
Breakfast is provided for children and staff. Children have the option of free play or organised craft.
8:00 AM
Children can usually now go out for outside play including sports, games and playing on the equipment. Depending on numbers, children may be able to play both indoors and outdoors
8:30Â AM
Children come inside, and everyone packs away all toys, board/card games, and craft
8:40 - 9:00Â AM
Children will eat munch and crunch
9:00 - 11:00 AM
Incursion or excursion: Times vary
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Lunch time, once everyone has finished eating, outdoor play will commence
12:30 - 3:30 PM
Free play, indoors or outdoors depending on children’s choice and weather
3:30 PM
OOSH Afternoon tea served, once fruit is finished those not wanting more food may go play, then special afternoon tea is served.
4:00 PM
Educators may then take children outside for outdoor play if whether conditions permit
5:00 - 5:30 PM
Children come back to OOSH, lining up before an educator takes them inside for free play and craft. A movie may then be put on depending on how the children are feeling.
5:45 PM
Late snack may be served to children who want it
6:00 - 6:10 PM
All toys and craft are packed away, and remaining children play a group game
6:30 PM
Service closed
Menus
Menu is available to view inside at the sign in desk
Please note menu items are subject to change. If necessary, families may be asked to provide an alternative in the case of allergy or intolerance. If you wish to discuss our menu, please email mkps.oosh.staff@gmail.com. Due to allergies NO OUTSIDE FOOD is to be brought into the centre without prior permission from the Nominated Supervisor or Centre Manager. No nuts or nut products are permitted.
