SOTS ELC VACATION CARE Dear Parents and Families, As a part of the Centre’s ‘Quality Improvement Plan’, we have spoken to the children and sent out an ‘Expression of Interest’ questionnaire to parents in order to gather ideas for the Vacation Care program. Feedback has been amazing, and we have incorporated many ideas into this engaging and spirited summer fun program. This program has been developed so that children in the stages of early childhood have access to age appropriate recreational experiences that promote social interactions as well as opportunities to engage with the community around them. Please note, there are only 20 spaces available in the ELC per day so please get your booking forms returned as quickly as possible to secure your spot. The program will follow the EYLF and My Time, Our Place curriculums and will comply with the National Quality Framework as well as the Education and Care National Regulations Act. Programs are developed in consultation with the children attending the service and will be based on the children’s interests. Please note the Centre policies in which we operate are still applicable whilst not on site at the ELC Centre. Fees 9-hour session (7:30am – 4:30pm) - $100 includes breakfast, morning tea and afternoon tea. 10-hour session (7:00am – 5:00pm) - $110 includes breakfast, morning tea and afternoon tea. 12-hour session (6:00am – 6:00pm) - $120 includes breakfast, morning tea and afternoon tea. All programmed activities are included in this fee. Once booked, unfortunately, we are unable to cancel days for which your child cannot attend or is absent. A reminder that you may be entitled to the CHILD CARE SUBSIDY through the Australian Government. For more information regarding the Child Care Subsidy, please call Centrelink on 13 24 68. In order to guarantee a place in the program, we ask that families keep their account up to date. Sun Safety Policy SPF 30+ broad spectrum, water resistant sunscreen will be provided for staff and children to use. Children will be encouraged and supervised to apply their own sunscreen. Staff will provide assistance if required. Children and staff are required to wear hats that protect their face, neck and ears when they are outside. Children who do not have a hat will be required to play in the shade. Children are asked to wear clothing with sleeves and closed in shoes. Please no straps, singlets or thongs. Health and Safety * Children must remember to bring a bottle of water each day. * We are a NUT AWARE ZONE. * No electronic devices, computers or phones or smart watches are permitted over the Vacation Care program. * Children must not bring money or valuables. If there are any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us on the below contact details - Phone: 08 9553 9519 Email: [email protected]Mobile: 0488401362 Thank you for your constant support. SOTS ELC Staff.
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SOTS ELC VACATION CARE
Dear Parents and Families,
As a part of the Centre’s ‘Quality Improvement Plan’, we have spoken to the children and sent out an ‘Expression of Interest’ questionnaire to parents in order to gather ideas for the Vacation Care program. Feedback has been amazing, and we have incorporated many ideas into this engaging and spirited summer fun program. This program has been developed so that children in the stages of early childhood have access to age appropriate recreational experiences that promote social interactions as well as opportunities to engage with the community around them.
Please note, there are only 20 spaces available in the ELC per day so please get your booking forms returned as quickly as possible to secure your spot.
The program will follow the EYLF and My Time, Our Place curriculums and will comply with the National Quality Framework as well as the Education and Care National Regulations Act. Programs are developed in consultation with the children attending the service and will be based on the children’s interests. Please note the Centre policies in which we operate are still applicable whilst not on site at the ELC Centre.
Fees 9-hour session (7:30am – 4:30pm) - $100 includes breakfast, morning tea and afternoon tea. 10-hour session (7:00am – 5:00pm) - $110 includes breakfast, morning tea and afternoon tea. 12-hour session (6:00am – 6:00pm) - $120 includes breakfast, morning tea and afternoon tea. All programmed activities are included in this fee. Once booked, unfortunately, we are unable to cancel days for which your child cannot attend or is absent. A reminder that you may be entitled to the CHILD CARE SUBSIDY through the Australian Government. For more information regarding the Child Care Subsidy, please call Centrelink on 13 24 68. In order to guarantee a place in the program, we ask that families keep their account up to date.
Sun Safety Policy SPF 30+ broad spectrum, water resistant sunscreen will be provided for staff and children to use. Children will be encouraged and supervised to apply their own sunscreen. Staff will provide assistance if required. Children and staff are required to wear hats that protect their face, neck and ears when they are outside. Children who do not have a hat will be required to play in the shade. Children are asked to wear clothing with sleeves and closed in shoes. Please no straps, singlets or thongs.
Health and Safety * Children must remember to bring a bottle of water each day. * We are a NUT AWARE ZONE. * No electronic devices, computers or phones or smart watches are permitted over the Vacation Care program. * Children must not bring money or valuables.
If there are any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us on the below contact details -
Holiday Check List Children, please help Mum and Dad when getting ready in the morning. Keep this somewhere close so
you can make sure you have everything before you come to Vacation Care.
Hat (No Caps)
Check Sneakers (No Thongs)
Check
T-Shirt (Shoulders Covered)
Check Bag Check
Healthy lunch and a Water Bottle
Check Spare Change Of Clothes
Check
DAILY ROUTINE 6.00am Service opens – breakfast available until 7:30am
7.30 – 9.00 Indoor/Outdoor experiences
9.00 – 9.15 Morning Fitness - Optional
9.30am Morning Tea
10.00am Programmed Activity
11.00am – 1:00pm Indoor/Outdoor experiences
12.00pm Lunch
1.15pm Quiet time
2.00pm Afternoon tea
2.30 – 4.00pm Indoor/outdoor experiences
4.00pm Late snack
4:30 – 6.00pm Indoor/outdoor experiences
6.00 pm Service closes
PLEASE NOTE
Any days which involve WATER PLAY will require children to bring: A rashie, board shorts, hats, a towel and thongs. If they do not have these items, they will be unable to join in the water play activities. We will provide sun cream for all children.
Monday
16th December
DON’T FORGET YOUR WATER PLAY ITEMS!
Splish, Splash, Splosh!
Pack your boardies and rashie and get ready to get soaked on this fun and physically challenging water play day! We will be
slipping and sliding our way into summer!
4.1 Children develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, confidence, creativity, commitment,
enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.
Tuesday
17th December
Down at the Bottom of the Garden
Hundreds of things live in the bottom of our garden, but can you guess what they are? We will explore bugs, birds and maybe some other rarer
and more magical creatures that might live in our garden. We will be making things to help all of
these creatures feel at home in our garden!
2.4 Children become socially responsible and show respect for the environment.
Wednesday
18th December
Unlock the FUN and GAMES
Now it’s the ELC’s turn to get involved - Game Vault are back to bring you a selection of fun,
interactive games that will encourage cognitive skills and bring a level excitement
unparalleled!
5.5 Children use information and communication technologies to access information, investigate
ideas and represent their learning.
Thursday
19th December
Whacky Scientists
Pop on your goggles and your lab coats and get ready for a day of crazy, science filled
FUN! We will be making elephant toothpaste, volcanoes, our very own butter and SO MUCH
MORE! You will be amazed at what science can do!
4.2 Children develop a range of skills and processes such as problem solving, inquiry, experimentation,
hypothesizing, researching and investigating.
Friday
20th December
Party Higher – Silent Disco
They’re BACK! Dress to impress in your best party outfit (prizes for Best Dressed, Most
Creative, Fun and Funky, Dance Moves and Team Dance off) and get down at the Silent
Disco and show us your best moves!
3.2 Children take increasing responsibility for their own health and physical wellbeing.
SOTS ELC DECEMBER VACATION PLANNER WEEK 1 WEEK 1
Monday
23rd December
Christmas Craft Explosion
The children will spend their day creating beautiful and meaningful crafts to celebrate the
birth of Jesus. Items will become special keepsakes to display for years to come.
2.1 Children develop a sense of belonging to groups and
communities and an understanding of the reciprocal rights and responsibilities necessary for active
community participation.
Tuesday
24th December
Its Christmas Time
The children will enjoy a special pre-Christmas dinner together. They are invited to share in the process of meal preparation and sit down to luncheon of baked
ham, roast potatoes, and seasonal vegetables. The children will create Christmas crackers to enjoy
with their friends at our traditionally set table.
2.1 Children develop a sense of belonging to groups and
communities and an understanding of the reciprocal rights and responsibilities necessary for active
community participation.
Wednesday
25th December Closed for the holidays
Thursday
26th December Closed for the holidays
Friday
27th December Closed for the holidays
SOTS ELC DECEMBER VACATION PLANNER WEEK 2
Monday
30th December Closed for the holidays
Tuesday
31st December
Closed for the holidays
Wednesday
1st January Closed for the holidays
Thursday
2nd January
A Tiny Seed
Planting, exploring and experimenting using seeds of all shapes and sizes! Children will
be digging to find the seeds in fruits, vegetables and other plants as well as
planting their own and doing a variety of seed based experiments! What will we
grow this time?
2.4 Children become socially responsible and show respect for the environment.
Friday
3rd January
Summer Fun in the Sun!
After the Christmas festivities take some time to relax at our Summer Chill. Help to create fruity flavored icy poles to beat the
heat and catch up on some of your favourite kids’ movies, summer games and
craft activities!
3.1 Children become strong in their social and emotional wellbeing.
SOTS ELC JANUARY VACATION PLANNER WEEK 3
Monday
6th January
DON’T FORGET YOUR WATER PLAY ITEMS!
COLOUR EXPLOSION
Come dressed in white and get ready for an explosion of colour filled fun! We will be running
through the obstacle course whilst getting covered in all the colours of the rainbow! Be sure to bring your rashies and board shorts to cool off
after!
3.2 Children take increasing responsibility for their own health and physical wellbeing.
Tuesday
7th January
LET’S, GET, GARDENING!
Making our amazing garden look beautiful is the aim of today! Planting some beautiful flowers,
painting some rocks to decorate the area, making seed bombs to take home, upcycling things to use
in the garden and many more exciting garden themed activities. Get ready to get GARDENING!
2.4 Children become socially responsible and show
respect for the environment.
Wednesday
8th January
Fitness Fanatics
Whether you want to have a go at learning a dance, play a game of soccer, play tennis or even running races today is the day! Keeping ourselves fit and healthy is so important but doing it in fun and exciting ways is even better! Come dressed
for a sporty day (prizes for best dressed)! We may even have some special guests on the day!!
3.2 Children take increasing responsibility for their own
health and physical wellbeing.
Thursday
9th January
Crafty Critters
Glue, glitter, collaging, painting, clay modelling, junk models. Craft can be explored in so many
ways and today we will do just that! Come with your crafty ideas or just come ready to get stuck
in… We can guarantee you’ll have so much amazing artwork to take home once your parents
have walked around our mini gallery!
5.3 Children express ideas and make meaning using a range of media
Friday
10th January
DON’T FORGET YOUR WATER
PLAY ITEMS!
Wet, Wet, Wet!
Sprinklers, slip and slide, water balloons. If there is a way of getting wet then we will find it! Let’s cool off in the summer sun by spending a day in
the water! Don’t forget your TOWEL, BOARD SHORTS AND RASHIES!
3.2 Children take increasing responsibility for their own
health and physical wellbeing.
SOTS ELC JANUARY VACATION PLANNER WEEK 4 WEEK 1
Monday
13th January
Sensory Science EXPLOSION
Touch, feel and squeeze your way through our amazing science experiments. You will be
walking through rainbows, making fizzing ice, making our own slime and so many more experiments to get your senses tingling!
4.2 Children develop a range of skills and processes such as problem solving, inquiry, experimentation,
hypothesizing, researching and investigating.
Tuesday
14th January
I WILL SURVIVE
The tribe has spoken! Come dressed in your best survivor outfit (prizes awarded).
Who will be the ultimate ELC SURVIVOR? A day of fun enjoying a series of challenges and a
lunch of rice and beans. Special guest speaker KING OF THE JUNGLE….Luke Toki!
4.3 Children adapt what they have learnt from one
context to another.
Wednesday
15th January
Get Sporty!
Basketballs fans be prepared as the Rockingham Flames will be coming to visit and help you improve those basketball skills! As well as this you can have a
go at Zumba, Cricket and maybe even some AFL skills! Come looking sporty and ready to play!
3.2 Children take increasing responsibility for their
own health and physical wellbeing.
Thursday
16th January
DON’T FORGET YOUR WATER PLAY ITEMS!
Muddy Puddles
Nature Play Solutions Messy Mud Day is a sensory thrill as children are allowed the
freedom to make a mess. On this day we will get muddy and dirty so come dressed for the
occasion!
4.1 Children develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, confidence, creativity, commitment,
enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.
Friday
17th January
Wonderful World of Worms
Wonderful worm waste teaches children of all ages about organic waste, worms, worm
farming and sustainability in a hands on and fun way! We might even get to make our very own
WORM FARM!
2.4 Children become socially responsible and show respect for the environment.
SOTS ELC JANUARY VACATION PLANNER WEEK 5
Monday
20th January
Master Chef (SOTS Edition)
A chance to explore the concept of paddock to plate. The children will collect fresh vegetables
from the Sustainability Garden and create a three course meal for lunch with our special
guest chefs!
2.1 Children develop a sense of belonging to groups and communities and an understanding of the
reciprocal rights and responsibilities necessary for active community participation.
Tuesday
21st January
Slither and Slide!
We will be learning all about reptiles today – What to do if we get bitten when out and
about, what different types of reptiles there are and most importantly we will have the chance to hold a variety of different reptiles! Let’s get
BRAVE and give it ago.
2.4 Children become socially responsible and show respect for the environment.
Wednesday
22nd January
Potting the Day Away
Painting our very own plant pots will be one of our many jobs today! A gift for someone we love or maybe just to make our rooms look pretty! We will make our very own pot and plant our very own plant to care for! Special
guest, science experiments and lots of gardening fun can be expected!
2.4 Children become socially responsible and show
respect for the environment.
Thursday
23rd January
DON’T FORGET YOUR WATER PLAY ITEMS!
Wet, Wet, Wet… AGAIN!
Because who doesn’t love summer?! Sprinklers, slip and slide, water balloons. If there is a way
of getting wet, then we will find it! Let’s cool off in the summer sun by spending a day in the water and making our own healthy sorbet!
Don’t forget your TOWEL, BOARD SHORTS AND RASHIES!
3.2 Children take increasing responsibility for their
own health and physical wellbeing.
Friday
24th January
BRICKS4KIDS
The ELC will be getting the opportunity to get stuck in with Bricks4Kids. Creativity,
imagination and construction will all be required! PLUS challenges and prizes for team
and individual efforts.
5.1 Children interact verbally and non-verbally with others for a range of purposes.
SOTS ELC JANUARY VACATION PLANNER WEEK 6
Monday
27th January
PUBLIC HOLIDAY
Sorry we are closed!
Tuesday
28th January
AUSTRALIAN EXPLOSION
Aussie foods, crafts, songs and so much more on this celebration of our lives in Australia. We
will learn about the indigenous tribes of Australia as well as the more modern traditions
associated with a life in Australia.
2.1 Children develop a sense of belonging to groups and communities and an understanding of the
reciprocal rights and responsibilities necessary for active community participation.
Wednesday
29th January
SciTech Incursion Planetarium Show and Workshop
Journey through our daytime sky as it makes the exciting change into night. What is different? What
features can we observe and learn about together?
Join in the workshop: tinker and experiment as we build a shelter from the weather and make our
own wild, windy day to test it out.
4.2 Children develop a range of skills and processes such as problem solving, inquiry, experimentation,
hypothesizing, researching and investigating
Friday
31st January
We are… SUPER!!
Our last amazing superhero day was sooooo successful we thought we would have another go! Get dressed up in your best superhero gear
and get involved in our amazing hero based games, crafts and activities. PLUS we might
even have a special guest or two!
2.1 Children develop a sense of belonging to groups and communities and an understanding of the
reciprocal rights and responsibilities necessary for active community participation.
Thursday
30th January
Suitcase Circus
Suitcase Circus is an exciting and entertaining opportunity for children to develop creative,
gross motor and positive risk -taking skills. Let your inner clown shine at this fun, interactive 2-
hour incursion!
3.2 Children take increasing responsibility for their own health and physical wellbeing.
SOTS ELC JANUARY VACATION PLANNER WEEK 7
SOTS ELC December 2019 Vacation Care Booking Form
WEEK 1 Date Program details Incursion/Excursion details Bookings
16/12/19 Splish, Splash, Splosh
Incursion – Held on the Oval
I give permission for my child to take part in water-based play
Name: ______________________
Signed: ___________________________
Please tick to book
17/12/19 Down at the Bottom of the Garden
N/A
Please tick to book
18/12/19 Unlock the FUN and GAMES
Incursion – Held on the Oval
Please tick to book
19/12/19 Whacky Scientists
N/A
Please tick to book
20/12/19 Party Higher – Silent Disco
Incursion – Held in Hall
Please tick to book
Child’s Details
Name Date of Birth
Is your child affected by any of the following conditions (PLEASE TICK)
Anaphylaxis – please provide an action plan to staff and any medication required
Asthma – please provide an action plan to staff and medications required
Medical condition – please provide a care plan
Disability – please provide a care plan
Family acknowledgement
I have checked the information contained in my child’s current enrolment form and have ensured that all
information contained in this documented is correct and/or have provided updated details as required.
Signed Full Name Contact No. _________________
Please note that you may already have a booking for some of these days if you selected the Vacation Care option on your enrolment form. If you have any queries regarding this, please speak to a member of the team.
Please note that by completing this form you are giving permission for your child to be involved in incursions which are held at OSHC. These activities will have full supervision by our ELC staff.
WEEK 2
Date Program details Incursion/Excursion details Bookings
23/12/19 Christmas Craft Explosion
Incursion – Held in Hall
Please tick to book
24/12/19 It’s Christmas Time
Incursion – Held in Hall
Please tick to book
25/12/19 CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
26/12/19 CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
27/12/19 CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
WEEK 3
Date Program details Incursion/Excursion details Bookings
30/12/19 CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
31/12/19 CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
01/01/20 CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
02/01/20 A Tiny Seed
N/A
Please tick to book
03/01/20 Summer Fun in the Sun!
N/A
Please tick to book
WEEK 4
Date Program details Incursion/Excursion details Bookings
06/01/12 Colour Explosion
Incursion – Held on the oval
Please tick to book
07/01/12 LETS, GET, GARDENING!
N/A
Please tick to book
08/01/12 Fitness Fanatics
N/A
Please tick to book
09/01/12 Crafty Critters
N/A
Please tick to book
10/01/12 Wet, Wet, Wet!
Incursion – Held on the Oval
I give permission for my child to take part in water-based play
Name: ______________________
Signed: ___________________________
Please tick to book
WEEK 5
Date Program details Incursion/Excursion details Bookings
13/01/12 Sensory Science Explosion
N/A
Please tick to book
14/01/12 I WILL SURVIVE
Incursion – Held on the oval
Please tick to book
15/01/12 Get Sporty!
Incursion – Held on the oval
Please tick to book
16/01/12 Muddy Puddles
Incursion – Held on the oval
Please tick to book
17/01/12 Wonderful World of Worms
Incursion – Held in the hall
Please tick to book
WEEK 6
Date Program details Incursion/Excursion details Bookings
20/01/12 Master Chef (SOTS Edition)
Incursion – held in the hall
Please tick to book
21/01/12 Slither and Slide
Incursion – Held in the hall
Please tick to book
22/01/12 Potting the Day Away
N/A
Please tick to book
23/01/12 Wet, Wet, Wet…AGAIN!
Incursion – Held on the Oval
I give permission for my child to take part in water-based play
Name: ______________________
Signed: ___________________________
Please tick to book
24/01/12 BRICKS4KIDZ
Incursion – Held in the hall
Please tick to book
WEEK 7
Date Program details Incursion/Excursion details Bookings
