Quality childcare for school age children

Before school, after school and vacation child care in Newcastle

Having children and working a full-time job can be stressful. At OOSH & Vacation Care Newcastle Group, we understand the pressure parents go through to find suitable care for their children.

Whether you need to enrol in before school care, after school care, or vacation care, we offer programs to suit every family, and strive to make the process easier for you.

With 6 centre locations; Glendale East Public School, Merewether Heights, Mt Hutton Public School, Wangi Wangi Oosh, Marks Point Oosh and Pelican Flat Oosh, we offer a wide range of OOSH care options in the Newcastle region.

Our team dedicates itself to creating a nurturing program that offers a homely atmosphere for children aged 4 to 12 years. With us, your child will enjoy activities like sports, games, painting, and other arts and crafts projects to stimulate their mind and body. 

Every one of our OOSH services meets government laws and regulations, so you can rest assured your child is in capable hands. We pride ourselves on creating a safe and happy environment for your child to flourish in. 

Class pick-up and drop-off is also available for your convenience. 

To find out further information about enrolment availability, and the child care services we provide, contact our friendly staff today

Before School Care

If you are a busy parent in a demanding job and need your child cared for out of school hours, rely on our OOSH centres for nurturing childcare. We will drop your child to their classroom at the start of school.

After School Care

For afternoon care, we collect your child from their classroom and provide a yummy afternoon tea. They will have fun playing with other children and getting involved in exciting activities before you collect them at the end of the day.

Children Playing Colorful Cover — Vacation Care in Newcastle

Over school holidays, many parents work full-time and find it difficult to leave their children with others. Our OOSH centres make school holidays fun, with supervised excursions to zoos and other exciting destinations.

Children Smiling While Eating — Vacation Care in Newcastle

Before enrolling your children at our OOSH centre, please read the printable Parent Handbook on our ‘Services’ page. This downloadable document contains information on our policies, fees and nutritional standards.

Children Sitting At Slide — Vacation Care in Newcastle

Click here to download a PDF of our enrolment forms. We have three OOSH centres located in Merewether Heights Public School, Mt Hutton Public School and Glendale East Public School