OSHC News

Welcome to our first OSHC News for 2019. I would like to take this opportunity to extend a big warm welcome to all of our new OSHC families. Our Parent Hanbook (also available on the OSHC page of the BNPS website) is attached here for your information.

Our Fortnight in Review

We have had a huge fortnight settling into the new school year, our Prep students (and parents) have been busy learning all the routines of OSHC. It has been great to see our older students taking charge by taking the time to welcome and support the Prep students and show them around.

Our recycling box has already been well used this fortnight with students using their imaginations to create all sorts of interesting things including cars, robots and a teacher desk. At OSHC we are always looking for ways to be more sustainable and our recycling and loose parts area is a great way we can reuse and re purpose a range of materials whilst learning to create, imagine, test and explore new ideas.   

Meet the OSHC Leadership Team

KELLY SZABO

OSHC Coordinator / Education Leader

Kelly oversees the running of all aspects of the program including administration, programming, staffing and complying with legislative requirements. Kelly’s role also includes implementing a diverse educational program based on the National Quality Framework, developmental needs and interests of the children attending the service.

Kelly is predominantly available in the after school care program to meet with parents, however, can be available at any time by appointment to discuss any query, concern or issue you may have regarding the program. 

TAMARA DRAPER

Assistant OSHC Coordinator / OSHC Senior School Leader

Tamara’s role is to assist with the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the program. As the Senior School OSHC Leader, Tamara works to ensure our Year 3, 4 5 & 6 students have a sense of belonging at our OSHC service. Tamara works closely with Kelly to ensure all the medical forms are up to date and that all educators are aware of students who have medical and health care needs.  

AMANDA SHEPPARD

Assistant OSHC Coordinator / OSHC Junior School Leader 

Along with Tamara, Amanda’s role is to assist with the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the program. Amanda’s role as the Junior School OSHC Leader involves working to ensure our Prep, Year 1 and Year 2 students feel safe, secure and supported within our OSHC environment.

Amanda works closely with our cook, Karen, to organise and develop a menu based on the health needs, interests and requests of the children attending our service.

Our Leadership team works together to develop a high quality program that focuses on developing children’s learning through a culture of secure and respectful relationships with children and their families. 

Number of Enrolments

We have close to 400 children who attend our OSHC program...

That’s over half the school!

Quality Improvement Plan

This fortnight we are looking at Quality Area 2 of the National Quality Standards ‘Children’s Health & Safety’ and are wanting to get your feedback on our menu.

Please let us know what you would like to see more of, less of, other menu ideas or anything else regarding our breakfast and afternoon tea menu.       

Construction & Craft Donations

We would love for you to donate your cardboard rolls, cylinders and boxes for students to use for construction and craft - NO toilet paper rolls please! 

Please place them in our large ‘What will you Create’ box located between the two entry doors.   

Quote of the Fortnight

“Great things never came from comfort zones.” -author unknown. 

Feedback

As always, we welcome feedback about any aspect of the program. Please feel free to come in and have a chat with Kelly, Tamara or Amanda, send us an email or leave a note in the Feedback box on the sign-in table. 

We welcome your input!

Kelly Szabo

OSHC Co-ordinator