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What we’ve been up to…
We've had so much fun over the past two weeks as we’ve continued engaging with our after-school clubs! Our goal of focus centred around developing a sense of identity, agency, autonomy in OSHC. Check out what we've been up to below!
Yarning Circle
Recently, we started our OSHC yarning circle. Here, we provide a space for children to discuss their interests, concerns and positive news stories, championing each child’s sense of identity. Related to World Children’s Day, over the past fortnight we’ve been exploring agency- the contributing decisions children make within our program. It has been fantastic to see the children so engaged with yarning circle, brainstorming a range of ways they feel their voice can be heard at OSHC. We can’t wait to see how yarning circle progresses!
Mini MasterChef’s Club
The children have been cooking up a storm in the OSHC kitchens as we’ve made some delicious Tomato and Basil pasta sauce. Suggested by Lidia, the children had a wonderful time developing their sensory capacities as we ventured into the garden to collect fresh basil and experimented with the texture of the sauce. Check out the recipe here. Next week we can’t wait to make some delicious Gnocchi!
“I liked when we put in the basil”- Lidia, Prep.
Habitat Heroes Club
Continuing to develop their awareness of how the environment changes and how to care for it, students have found great joy in watching our seedlings grow. We loved exploring our natural environment in the Tilley Heritage Gardens and sketching plant patterns we’d discovered!
“I learnt about the shapes of plants and how to sketch them”- Iris, Grade Two.
Ninja Warriors Club
Continuing to build upon our martial arts skills, the children have had the best time building and testing their very own obstacle courses. The children had a blast as they battled it out in an ultimate nerf gun challenge, successfully negotiating social roles for self-regulation.
“I love ninja warriors club!”- Gwen, Prep.
Busy Bees Crafting Corner
We’ve had some wild and wet weather recently. The children have had some amazing experiences indoors as they’ve been busy in the craft corner developing Hama bead creations and beading some wonderful gifts for friends and family.
Happy Birthday Kaitlyn!
Last week we celebrated our educator Kaitlyn’s birthday. It was beautiful to watch the children take on the initiative to make a card, gifts and a special ‘birthday cake’ for her! Happy Birthday Kaitlyn!
Family Tree
What’s coming up at OSHC…
Menu
A platter of fresh fruit and vegetables are always served with our menu specials.
Pupil Free Day: Friday 3rd December- Party Like a Grinch!
On Friday the 3rd of December, OSHClub will be providing a full day of care from 7.00am-6.00pm for the upcoming pupil free day.
Staff have a jam-packed day of fun planned for your children as we get ready for 21 sleeps until Christmas! Join Whoville as we take back Christmas in this hands-on day full of messy play, laughter and games! Grow the Grinches heart and gooey slime! Make Grinch handprint cards, sparkling dust and decorate cookies!
To book in for this program, please log into your Kidsoft account or get in contact with a friendly member of our team. Please note, bookings are essential and must be made by 5.00pm, Monday 29th of December.
Spotlight on the Community: Bayside Farmer’s Market
This week we are sharing information about the upcoming Bayside Farmer’s Market this Saturday the 27th of November. Venture down to the Trey Bit Reserve in Sandringham this Saturday to pick up some local delights and fresh produce straight from the farm. Operated by the Rotary Club of Hampton, all proceeds go toward local initiatives in the bayside community.
For more information, follow the link here.
We love feedback!
As part of our commitment to ongoing quality improvement within the program, we are seeking feedback from families and communities!
This week we are focusing on Quality Area 2 of the National Quality Standard: Children’s Health and Safety.
What are we working on?
A meaningful approach to healthy eating is promoted within our weekly menus and aligns with relevant governing guidelines (NQS 2.1.3).
Question:
What would you like to see the service include in our menus? (NQS 2.1.3).
In relation to your child’s dietary needs, what’s important to you? (NQS 2.1.3).
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:
Please note, due to current COVID-19 restrictions, parents, families and caregivers must check in with the QR code located at our entrance before entering the building. When you have arrived with your child for pick up or drop off, please ensure you are wearing a mask.
OSHClub Class Dojo
If you have a child who attends OSHClub, please take a moment to sign up to our Class Dojo here. Through the application parents can view how their child is behaving and also peep a view at the fun things we get up to!
Meet the team!
We’re here to make OSHC the best experience possible. If you have any questions about the program or just want to have a chat, feel free to give us a call, meet the team and see what happens firsthand in the program. We look forward to seeing you and your family soon!
Enrolments
If you’d like to book in for all the fun at OSHClub, please head to www.oshclub.com.au to register your child. We hope to see you soon!
From the Team at OSHClub: Laura and Kaitlyn ☺