Out of School Hours Care

Welcome

Cranbourne Primary School Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) provides a safe, welcoming and engaging environment for children before and after school, as well as during school holidays.

Our program is play-based and child-led, supporting children’s wellbeing, interests and social development in a familiar school environment.

Our Philosophy

Our program supports children and families by:
Supporting each child’s holistic wellbeing
Working in partnership with the school to support children and their families
Providing engaging and meaningful experiences for children
Recognising parents and guardians as children’s first teachers
Encouraging children’s choice, independence and voice in their play and experiences
Offering a balance of play-based and real-life learning experiences

Our Approach

Cranbourne Primary School Out of School Hours Care is a service operated by the school. This means:

Low prices - we are offering a service to our community, not making a profit
Communication with the school - Our staff also work in the school, meaning there is clear communication between you and the school, via OSHC staff
More support - Ways of supporting you and your child in the school will be extended into the OSHC program, resulting in increased, higher quality support for your child
Familiar faces - Your child will talk and be supported by familiar staff, including the principal, and receive regular visits from the school's wellbeing dog, Finn!
Great location - Children are already on-site, making it easy to coordinate late bookings with the school, and not having children wait in the heat or rain before/after school. The school and OSHC are also located in the heart of Cranbourne, close to places of work and the bus interchange, for busy parents

Our OSHC Program Includes

Before School Care (Breakfast Club) – a calm start to the day with breakfast and quiet activities
After School Care – engaging indoor and outdoor experiences including creative play, sport and group activities
Vacation Care – themed programs, incursions and excursions during school holidays