Here at the Y St Marys South OSHC, we make sure holidays are about fun! We provide a range of Vacation Care activities that children look forward to, including arts, crafts, cooking activities, sports, dance and drama. No matter what your child is interested in, we will plan school holiday activities to suit.
Our Vacation Care program offers a variety of activities, including workshops and excursions. Our activities keep children entertained, engaged and explore their adventurous side.
To be eligible to use our Vacation Care services, children must be enrolled at school or school aged.
If your required date is fully booked in Xap, please join the waitlist.
Summer Vacation Care
* Reduced fee listed is an estimate only, if eligible for maximum 90% Childcare Subsidy (CCS). Individual eligibility will vary. For your individual fee reduction, check your childcare subsidy by logging into MyGov and complete your CCS Assessment, or speak to our OSHC Call Centre.
| WEEK 1 |
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| THU 19 DEC |
DAY CAMP | All About the Outdoors Let's dive into the vibrant world of outdoor activities and sports! We'll focus on health, social skills, and, most importantly, having fun. We'll spend the day exploring a circuit of team games, learning new skills, and enjoying every moment! |
Full fee $68.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.80 |
| FRI 20 DEC |
DAY CAMP | Christmas Creations Day This festive season, let's get creative with Christmas crafts using iron beads. These colourful beads offer a fun way for all ages to design unique decorations, ornaments, and gifts. We'll embrace the magic of Christmas through creativity and music, making memories to last a lifetime. |
Full fee $68.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.80 |
| WEEK 2 |
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| MON 6 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Messy Monday Let's get messy with Messy Monday! We'll dive into slime making, sand art, crayon creations, and balloon painting. It's a fun day of hands-on creativity and teamwork that we won't forget! |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
| TUE 7 JAN |
DAY CAMP | YMCA Baking Day Join us for an exciting day dedicated to honing your baking skills! Engage in a series of hands-on baking activities and friendly challenges designed to test your creativity precision in the kitchen. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned baker, let's bake the day away! |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
| WED 8 JAN |
EXCURSION | Picnic@ the Park Let's enjoy a relaxing picnic at the park! We'll play fun group games and savour delicious sandwiches together in the shade at our local Monfarville Reserve. |
Full fee $101.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $10.10 |
| THU 9 JAN |
WORKSHOP | Gladiators - Are You Ready? Be a Gladiator for the day! We'll battle it out in fun, action-packed challenges, just like the ones on TV. Whether as teams or individuals, we'll enjoy thrilling battles that get our imaginations running wild. It's the ultimate chance to unleash our inner gladiators! Great for all ages and genders! |
Full fee $91.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $9.10 |
| FRI 10 JAN |
DAY CAMP | The Amazing Race The Amazing Race Challenge is on! We'll race against the clock and tackle exciting challenges that push our skills and teamwork to the limit. This fast-paced adventure is all about problem-solving and collaboration. Join the fun and see how far you can go in this thrilling competition! |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
| WEEK 3 |
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| MON 13 JAN |
WORKSHOP | Splashtastic Fun Workshop The Splashtastic incursion will provide an engaging and interactive experience focused on water safety education and team-building activities. We'll play games that foster teamwork, communication, and fun, reinforce key water safety messages. Let's have fun and learn vital skills and knowledge for safe water enjoyment. |
Full fee $91.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $9.10 |
| TUE 14 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Creativity Day Join us for a vibrant day of creativity! Participants will unleash their artistic potential through hands-on activities, including crafting unique clay sculptures, exploring the textures of sand art, designing striking foil art, and engaging in the dynamic process of splash art. This event promises imagination and encourages self-expression in a fun and collaborative environment. |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
| WED 15 JAN |
EXCURSION | Visit to Bunnings During our visit to Bunnings, we'll dive into arts and crafts while learning about DIY projects and sustainable gardening. It's a chance for creativity, community engagement and learning about sustainable gardening practices! |
Full fee $101.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $10.10 |
| THU 16 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Circus Day Our circus programme is all about physical activity, creativity, and teamwork. We'll build confidence, have fun, and ignite our love for the performing arts in an inclusive and encouraging environment. Join us for an unforgettable adventure that ignites imagination and inspires a love for the performing arts! |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
| FRI 17 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Construction Day On Construction Day, we will engage in a hands-on project using paddle pop sticks to explore the fundamentals of building and design. Let's develop our creative thinking and problem solving skills. It may even inspire the next generation of architects and engineers! |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
| WEEK 4 |
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| MON 20 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Pirate Day Join us for an adventurous Pirate Day where children can unleash their inner pirates! We'll embark on a treasure hunt guided by a map, craft our own treasure boxes, and enjoy loads of fun activities! |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
| TUE 21 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Friendship Day Friendship day is all about strengthening bonds and making new connections - highlighting the importance of companionship in our lives. Embrace this day with gratitude for those who stand by us and consider sharing a bracelet as a token of appreciation for your friends. |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
| WED 22 JAN |
EXCURSION | Trip to the Cinemas Movie Day is a shared experience of heading to the movies! We'll board a coach to Hoyts Mt Druitt, enjoy a G-rated film with popcorn, and play movie-themed group games when we return to OSHC. |
Full fee $101.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $10.10 |
| THU 23 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Squishie Stufflers Picnic Squishie Stufflers are perfect for picnics! These soft, squishy companions add fun and creativity to outdoor adventures with their vibrant colours and playful characters. They make every picnic extra special! |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
| FRI 24 JAN |
WORKSHOP | Archery Workshop Get ready for archery fun! We'll learn the basics of target shooting through exciting challenges! We'll start as beginners and end as champions! |
Full fee $91.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $9.10 |
| WEEK 5 |
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| TUE 28 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Games Day Games Day is all about teamwork and creativity! We'll design unique puzzles and challenges, brainstorm ideas, and highlight the power of problem-solving together. It's a day of collaboration and critical thinking. |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
| WED 29 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Back 2 School With the new school year around the corner, let's get ready by crafting our own school essentials. Come and join us as we embark in creating our very own school essentials to kick of our year in 2025! |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
| THU 30 JAN |
EXCURSION | Aqua Golf We're heading to Aqua Golf Penrith. Let's see if we can hit the targets located in front of us in our aqua golf scenery. Who will hit one of the targets? |
Full fee $101.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $10.10 |
| FRI 31 JAN |
WORKSHOP | Colour Run The Colour Run workshop will be about vibrant creativity and fun! We'll dive into spray art and create unique canvas pieces, combining imagination with skill for an unforgettable experience. |
Full fee $91.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $9.10 |
| WEEK 6 |
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| MON 3 FEB |
DAY CAMP | Free Flow Monday Today's all about fun and going with the flow! Want to play with slime? How about some messy play? Let's fill the day with laughter, creativity, and carefree moments together! |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
| TUE 4 FEB |
DAY CAMP | Taco Tuesday It's Taco Tuesday! Let's celebrate Mexican culture with a super yummy taco lunch! We'll make our own delicious tacos and then get ready for some exciting games. But that's not all! We'll have a piñata filled with tasty treats just waiting to be broken open! |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
| WED 5 FEB |
DAY CAMP | Wet 'n' Wild Wednesday Get ready to have a splashtastic time because today is Water Play Day! Bring a change of clothes and a dry towel, sunscreen and hats! We'll be outside all day, playing games and making a splash. Let's make some awesome summer memories together! |
Full fee $65.00 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.50 |
As a not-for-profit provider, the Y NSW works hard to keep the cost of care as low as possible to support all children to access high quality early learning. The Y NSW is an approved provider of the Child Care Subsidy for Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) and may be available to eligible families. Click here to read more
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