Outside School Hours Care (OSHC)

Fun, discovery and excitement in a nurturing and safe environment

 

Moonta Area School OSHC provides Before School Care, After School Care and a Vacation Care program. We are also open for Pupil Free Days and Early Closures.

Our OSHC Program is regulated by the National Quality Framework. The framework acknowledges that children need a place to engage in a range of play and leisure experiences that allow them to feel happy, safe and relaxed.

The framework also views children as active participants of their learning and encourages their input in decision-making. It recognises that children need time to interact with friends, practice social skills, problem-solve and explore new activities.

For Bookings and Enquiries:

Contact Joanne Watkinson

0439 817 475

dl.1488.oshc@schools.sa.edu.au

 

About our Services

Our service is located in our language centre which you will find past the front office and down the hill. We share our space with Japanese and Aboriginal Education. Outside areas include the playgrounds, basketball courts, school gym and oval.

  • We offer a relaxing morning with quiet activities and homework catch up area. We endeavour to build a trusting and supportive relationship with your child in a secure environment.

    We are able to provide your child with a healthy breakfast. Breakfast will run from 7.15am till 8.15am to allow eating and clean up time.

    All Kindy and JP children will be walked to their classroom by staff. Older children (year 3 and up) will walk over independently to their classroom at the first bell at 8.30am.

    *Children from other local schools will be walked to their school bus collection point at arranged time for pick up.*

  • The After School Program offers a choice of experiences. Children can build friendships and form positive relationships. Structured activities for the children are provided and children have the choice to participate if they wish. Children and educators work in collaboration to produce new and wonderful ideas to help build their environment to meet all children’s needs. Activities include art/craft, cooking, music, dance, sports & games.

    We welcome feedback and exchange of ideas between parents, children and educators to provide an environment reflective of your family’s needs and the children’s interests. We encourage children to complete homework providing quiet stations and support for your child.

    A healthy afternoon snack is provided by the service. A weekly menu will be displayed in the kitchen.

    *Children from other local schools will be dropped off at designated bus stop (Blanche Tce/Verran Tce) and walk to the OSHC room. Educators meet children on arrival and sign them in.*

  • Our holiday program provides a fun stimulating program for your child to enjoy. Please understand vacation care is non-refundable and bookings are permanent. A reminder is sent to parents to double check bookings made early in week 9. Bookings cancelled after the Friday of Week 9 of each term will incur full charges, unless a medical certificate is provided.

OSHC Timetable & Fees

Before School 4+ years:
7.15am - 8.30am

Cost: $17.00 (Permanent) or $19.00 (Casual)
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 50% rebate*: $8.50
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 75% rebate*: $4.25
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 85% rebate*: $2.55

After School 5+ years:
3.05pm - 6.00pm

Cost: $27.00 (Permanent) or $29.00 (Casual)
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 50% rebate*: $13.50
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 75% rebate*: $6.75
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 85% rebate*: $4.05

After Kindy:
3.05pm - 6.00pm

Cost: $32.00 (Permanent) or $34.00 (Casual)
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 50% rebate*: $16.00
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 75% rebate*: $8.00
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 85% rebate*: $4.80

Early Finish (school aged):
2.05pm - 6.00pm

Cost: $37.00 (Permanent)
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 50% rebate*: $17.50
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 75% rebate*: $9.25
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 85% rebate*: $5.55

Early Finish (under 5 years):
2.05pm - 6.00pm

Cost: $39.00 (Permanent)
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 50% rebate*: $20.00
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 75% rebate*: $10.00
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 85% rebate*: $6.00

Vacation Care/Pupil Free Day (school aged):
7.15am - 6.00pm

Cost: $80.00 (Permanent)
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 50% rebate*: $40.00
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 75% rebate*: $20.00
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 85% rebate*: $12.00

Vacation Care/Pupil Free Day (under 5 years):
7.15am - 6.00pm

Cost: $100.00 (Permanent)
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 50% rebate*: $50.00
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 75% rebate*: $25.00
Out-of-pocket example for families receiving 85% rebate*: $15.00

About childcare subsidies

*Childcare subsidies are available for families where parents/carers meet the work/study/activity requirements. Usually, family income is between $68,163 and $173,163 annually. This changes depending on where on the scale your income sits. This value is an example only and does not consider the 5% withholding from Centrelink if income estimates are incorrect.

Meet our Staff

Our qualified staff hold Diplomas in Early Childhood Education and Care and are First Aid and Asthma and Anaphylaxis trained. We are supported by Certificate 3 Educators and all of our educators are trained in Responding to Abuse and Neglect and are cleared by DCSI screening. Our team are trained professionals and are committed to planning and implementing programs that support your child’s wellbeing, development and learning.

Bookings & Enquiries

Contact Joanne Watkinson

0439 817 475

dl.1488.oshc@schools.sa.edu.au

 

Our OSHC program is regulated by National Quality Framework.

The Acts which apply to this service include:

  • Education & Care Services National Regulations (December 2011 SI 653)

  • Education & Care Services National Law Act (2010) 

  • Framework for School Aged Care in Australia (My Time, Our Place)

  • Early Years Learning Framework (Belonging, Being and Becoming)

Our service currently holds a ‘Meeting’ the quality standards rating.

Our Policies

Family Handbook (534 KB)

Diversity and Inclusion Policy (116 KB)

Enrolment and Orientation Policy (110 KB)

Fees Policy (239KB)

Medical Conditions Policy (184 KB)

Mobile Phone Policy (99 KB)