Before and after school

Explore & Develop Narraweena Outside of School Hours Care (OSHC)

Explore & Develop Narraweena Out of School Hours Care (OSHC)  provides care for Narraweena Public School children during each school term and vacation care during each school holiday period. We aim to create a safe and caring environment where each child is valued and respected. Our program is based on The My Time our Place; framework for School Aged Children.

Due to the structured nature of the typical school day, we offer children choice; about what, how, where, when and with whom they want to play, eat, work and relax. We offer opportunities for children to engage in a range of experiences in order to cater to the needs of each child, with a strong emphasis on connections to nature. Our program is designed to be flexible and organic; children are encouraged to follow and extend upon their own ideas and interests, and to voice their ideas, opinions and concerns. Educators support children to investigate and grow these ideas and interests by providing them with the time, resources and knowledge to support their learning. Educators also work to support children to be respectful and responsible in their actions, attitudes and behaviours towards others, and to aspire to reach their goals – whatever they may be.

By providing a program that covers all learning outcomes for children, we aim to ensure that each child’s developmental needs are being met and encouraged to flourish in an environment where they feel safe, secure and supported.