Active OOSH acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Nations Peoples and Traditional Custodians of the Awabakal, Worimi, Wonnarua and Darkinjung Countries on which we learn, play, work, live and visit. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging who hold the traditions, wisdom and memories of culture for all Australians today.
Active OOSH offer a drop off and pick up service during the school terms for children attending Rathmines PS, Arcadia Vale PS, Charlton Christian College and Wangi Wangi PS.
If your child attends another local school and you would like us to commence a transport service to their school, please get in touch.
We always welcome children from any school to join us during Vacation Care!
Find us at Rathmines Public School between these times!
Before School: 6:30am – 9:30am
After School: 2pm – 6pm
Vacation Care: 6:30am – 6pm
Before School Care: $22.00
After School Care: $27.00
Vacation Care: $76.00
Please note these prices are before the Child Care Subsidy (CCS). Families can claim the Child Care Subsidy to assist with the cost of Child Care. Click here to find out more.
Healthy Menu
Active OOSH provide a nutritious breakfast and afternoon tea each day during both school term time and Vacation Care.
Specialised Programs
We program a range of engaging opportunities each session including cooking; science; core values; cultural education; sustainability; sport; health and safety; imaginative play; dance; building and construction; creative arts; loose parts play and a targeted preschool program.
Plus, Active OOSH is renowned across the Newcastle region for our amazing Vacation Care programs, check out our most recent program below!
Transport
Reliable, safe and efficient transport between the Active OOSH service, local schools and Vacation Care excursions.
Homework Club
Tailored, small group learning experiences run daily by our qualified educators.