Where are you located?
Within The Scots College Bright Prep campus, next to the Library. Press the intercom button on the front gate for access out of school hours.
What are your hours of Operation?
- Before School Care: 7:00 am – 8:30 am Monday to Friday
- After School Care: 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm Monday to Friday
*Vacation Care is offered at the Senior School, Bellevue Hill.
The centre is closed public holidays, pupil free days and over the Christmas and New Year break (dates advised ahead of break).
What are the booking types?
- Permanent Bookings: A recurring booking for the same session(s) and day(s) each week.
- Casual Bookings: One-off bookings made in advance or on the day care is required.
- Vacation Care: Bookings made for attendance during school holidays.
The bookings can be made for all days, or just certain days.
How do I enrol/ book?
Complete a Registration Request which can be found on the home page and the Enrolment page. You will then immediately receive an email with instructions on how to complete enrolment.
How much are your fees?
Fees are as follows:
- Before School Care (permanent booking): $20.00
- Before School Care (casual booking): $25.00
- After School Care (permanent booking): $40.00
- After School Care (casual booking): $45.00
- ASC After Academy (permanent booking): $20.00
- ASC After Academy (casual booking): $25.00
What do fees include?
Fees include well-balanced, nutritious meal options including breakfast and afternoon tea. Parent/Guardian and child feedback regarding our meal plans is always welcomed and encouraged.
Fees also include all craft, cooking and other activities that form part of the daily programming.
Is the centre Child Care Subsidy (CCS) approved?
Yes, the Australian Government is committed to ensuring that Australian families are able to access affordable, flexible and high-quality child care. The Government provides a number of subsidies and programs to help with the cost of child care, with the Child Care Subsidy being the main type of assistance that most families will use. It provides financial assistance towards the cost of your child’s care and it reduces the cost of your total childcare fees. Once approved, the government passes the child care subsidy directly onto your childcare service.
If you have not registered for the new child care subsidy or if you do not have a CRN you must contact the Department of Human Services/Centrelink on 13 61 50, visiting the website here or by visiting one of their offices.
Do I need to pack anything?
- Sun hat and water bottle
- Additional snacks if you feel your child may need them
- Vacation care: Please pack lunch and a water bottle
Can homework be completed at OOSH?
Yes, homework can be completed at The Scots College OOSH and a space dedicated to homework is available in the afternoons. Please advise us if you feel your child would benefit from additional support when completing their homework.
What do the children do at OOSH?
During your child’s time with The Scots College OOSH, they will have the opportunity to participate in a number of fun, hands-on experiences, including; craft activities, construction, board games, puzzles, imaginative play, group games, outdoor sports and cooking experiences.
See here for what a typical day at The Scots College OOSH looks like.
How many children are there?
The Scots College OOSH is licensed to have a maximum of 20 children on the premises.
How do you staff the centre?
The Scots College OOSH provides qualified staffing ratios in excess of government requirements.
How do parents and the centre communicate?
- Phone: 0455 053 801
- Email: here
- Blog Posts uploaded weekly onto the website
How do I sign my child In & Out?
Our centres have adopted the KIOSK method for the accuracy and safety of arrivals and departures. Parents (or the authorised adult) are required by law to note the time of arrival/departure of their child from the centre and to sign each entry.
Is your centre SunSafe?
Yes, we are a SunSafe centre. We ensure all children wear hats and sunscreen when outside.