Kelso
Before and After School Care
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Vacation Care: Mon-Fri, 6:30am - 6pm
(02) 8594 4200
0438 338 235
Create. Discover. Play
Enriching Childhood, Empowering Families, Strengthening Communities.
Program Highlights
- Safe, inclusive space for children
- Strong relationships with trusted educators
- Child Safe Organisation
- Nutritious breakfast and afternoon snacks
- Engaging Activities: Arts, Outdoor Play, STEM
- Calm and connected spaces for quiet reflective time
A safe, and engaging place before and after the school bell.
Kelso OSHC offers children a place where they feel safe, respected and supported beyond the school day. Our educators create a welcoming environment that values every child’s voice and rights, encouraging them to make choices and explore their interests. Whether it’s active play outdoors, creative arts, group games or quiet time to relax, children are given space to learn, connect and belong.
Experiences that grow confidence and friendships
Each session is thoughtfully planned to support children’s wellbeing, independence and social skills. With consistent, caring educators and a focus on inclusion, children build friendships and develop confidence through play and shared experiences. Families can feel reassured knowing their child is part of a program that celebrates individuality while nurturing respect, care and curiosity in every activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Teachers, educators and staff at Gowrie NSW Kelso Outside School Hours Care, encourage children to become active learners through thinking exploring, investigating, and problem solving. The Gowrie NSW program is built on positive interactions, enriching experiences and providing a safe, happy and empowering environment.
Children enjoy;
- Sporting activities in a spacious outdoor environment.
- A diverse range of activities such as arts, crafts, science, drama and sport.
- Daily programs that include activities based on children’s interests - craft and creativity projects, science exploration, construction using recycled and loose part objects, small group games and physical skills games.
- Specialty programs include an Artist in Residence, sports clinics, drama and performance exploration.
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Yes they are! All our qualified and experienced educators;
- Encourage children’s curiosity, exploration and problem solving
- Respect and value children’s ideas, questions and perspectives
- Support children to build positive relationships with others
- Respect the individuality of all children
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- Complete the form below and the Gowrie NSW Enrolments team will advise if there are vacancies.
- Gowrie NSW Enrolments team will send through an enrolment pack which families need to complete upon enrolment to the service.
- Once the enrolment pack is completed (with all required documents provided), processed, and confirmed, families, will be provided with information on the program, policies, and procedures.
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Daily fees before Childcare Subsidy applied.
Price Before School Care $20.88 per session After School Care $30.00 per session Vacation Care $67.80 per session Out of Pocket? The Child Care Subsidy assists families with the cost of approved or registered childcare. Learn more about the ChildCare Subsidy here, and what you may be entitled to. Refer to the Gowrie NSW Fee Policy for more details.
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- Spacious and well planned indoor and outdoor learning environments
- Nutritional menu designed and prepared on site (breakfast and afternoon snacks)
- Plenty of equipment and resources for activities, games, arts and crafts STEM to encourage creativity and curiosity
- Sunscreen
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Yes we do!
Gowrie NSW Kelso Vacation Care offers an action-packed program of hands-on creativity, exploration, investigation, and fun! From art & drama to science & sports, there’s something to engage the imagination of every child, and their friends. Plus, we provide a healthy afternoon tea at no extra cost.
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Yes we are a proud Child Safe organisation. At Gowrie NSW, safety has always been front and centre. It’s something we’ve been deeply focused on for a long time – not just in words, but in action. We also talk a lot about quality, because for us, safety and quality go hand in hand. We are proud that 100% of our services are rated Meeting or Exceeding National Quality Standards.