Wominjeka to OSHC 

We acknowledge the first peoples of the Kulin Nation, their Dreaming of the past, present and future. We pay our respect for their land by looking after the land we learn and play on.

Somehow we’re 5 weeks into term 4 and not entirely sure where those 5 weeks have gone, that must mean we’ve been having too much fun down here. 

Children have participated in the Aussie Bird Count, and a bird photography competition, Halloween activities, cricket matches, cooking and lots of gardening preparing for the next crop. Our activities come from student suggestions, events occurring and having a knowledge of what the students in our care may enjoy doing. Students participate in these activities voluntarily and while some enjoy the structure of a planned activity others prefer to do their own thing, both of which are encouraged and promoted. 

With Monday being a student free day, a small program was run with a mix of structured and free play and leisure activities. Students made slime, air dry clay sculptures, and playdough. Playdough play led to a Master Chef style challenge with different requirements for each round of creations, a great example of how activities can evolve. Lucy brought her sewing skills to the day and helped students make scrunchies, teaching them the basics of a sewing machine. 

We read books, did a lot of colouring and of course enjoyed the fresh air before the rain came and joined the party. Thank you to our educators who, as always, made the day, a day of learning, fun and play for all who came along. 

Upcoming event: RSPCA Cupcake Fundraiser

 In the coming weeks students at OSHC will be raising funds for the RSPCA, one of our main yearly community events. During an afternoon session, students will decorate cupcakes with an animal theme and then sell them to the families attending that afternoon. The event helps teach the children about not only an important community organisation but about giving back to others in need. All proceeds go back to the RSPCA  

Ivanhoe Primary OSHC (Out of School Hours Care)

For bookings, enrolments or inquires phone: 9499-5226

Or email us at iposhc@ivanhoeps.vic.edu.au

Find us at the corner of Tate & Ailsa Grove, Ivanhoe 3079.                                                           

It’s the building called ‘The Playhouse'.