Here at the Y Homebush West 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.
* 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 | Sundae Funday The only way to start the Summer, your very own self-serve sundae bar! Creamy ice cream with an assorted spread of toppings! Yum! |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| FRI 20 DEC |
DAY CAMP | The Y Christmas Party Join us for a day of all things Christmas - and maybe even a visit from Santa too! |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| WEEK 2 |
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| MON 6 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Around the World Celebrate and learn about different cultures from around the world with engaging games and activities! |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| TUE 7 JAN |
WORKSHOP | Water Wars Water Wars is wild water FUN! Let's run amuck, armed with water pistols, water bombs, slip-n-slides and LOADS of games! Don't forget to bring a rash shirt, wide brimmed hat and a change of clothes. |
Full fee $93.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $9.38 |
| WED 8 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Wellness Wonders Get ready for 2025 by joining our curated wellness program including guided meditation sessions, group yoga & mindful colouring activities. |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| THU 9 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Slime Labs Become a scientist for a day and join the fun of making & playing with a variety of slime. |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| FRI 10 JAN |
EXCURSION | Archie Brothers Cirque Arcade Step right up to games galore! Experience a blast from the past or try a newbie with the ultimate arcade machine collection at Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq. Please Note: This is an early morning excursion. The bus will leave YMCA at 8 AM. |
Full fee $103.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $10.38 |
| WEEK 3 |
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| MON 13 JAN |
EXCURSION | Museum of Fire The Museum of Fire tells the story of Fire and Rescue through historic vehicles and interactive displays! With fire appliances dating back to the early 1800's, we will learn about the heroic firefighters who support our communities! |
Full fee $103.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $10.38 |
| TUE 14 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Dress to Impress From Roblox to YMCA, we are transforming our favourite online game into reality! Now who will be YMCA's next top model? |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| WED 15 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Athletic Championships Let's compete in fun athletic events! We'll earn points for our teams as we go! Let the friendly competition begin! |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| THU 16 JAN |
WORKSHOP | DIY Water Bottle Stay hydrated for the new school year! Glitter, stickers, paint & gemstones have the coolest water bottle in your class! |
Full fee $93.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $9.38 |
| FRI 17 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Glow in the Dark Disco Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to party! We'll have dance battles and fun disco games like musical statues and musical chairs. Get ready to groove! |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| WEEK 4 |
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| MON 20 JAN |
WORKSHOP | Kite Flying Fun Enjoy a relaxing day outdoors and fly your very own DIY kite. We'll soak up the sun and watch your creations soar! |
Full fee $93.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $9.38 |
| TUE 21 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Ultimate Summer Cook-Off Get ready to cook up a storm! There's nothing better than whipping up delicious dishes and sharing a meal with friends. Let's get cooking! |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| WED 22 JAN |
EXCURSION | Holey Moley Mini Golf Holey Moley turns traditional putt putt into a multi-sensory labyrinth of unique holes. Come along for a nostalgic round or two of 80's inspired mini golf. |
Full fee $103.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $10.38 |
| THU 23 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Little Gardeners Spade, water, seed & soil! Let's work together to expand our YMCA veggie garden! |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| FRI 24 JAN |
WORKSHOP | Laser Tag Our fan-favourite is back! Recreating all the awesome aspects of outdoor paintball, but in a safe and exciting format geared for our young children. |
Full fee $93.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $9.38 |
| WEEK 5 |
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| TUE 28 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Nerf Battles Join us on the battle field as you shoot at targets around the obstacle course! Please bring your own Nerf Gun. Bullets and eye protection will be supplied. |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| WED 29 JAN |
DAY CAMP | Clay Play Take part in our mindful clay session, where we will create mini sculptures outdoors using wooden tools, all while enjoying the calming sounds of nature. |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| THU 30 JAN |
EXCURSION | Ten-Pin Bowling at Kingpin Our buddies at Kingpin are back to show us their state-of-the-art Bes-X bowling technology! Let's have a striking good time at the bowling lanes this holidays! |
Full fee $103.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $10.38 |
| FRI 31 JAN |
WORKSHOP | Ocean Adventures Join our friend Diver Dave in educating Australian children on the wonders on the ocean, protecting and preserving the awesome beaches and rockpools we have in the local Sydney area. |
Full fee $93.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $9.38 |
| WEEK 6 |
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| MON 3 FEB |
DAY CAMP | YMCA Pizza Party Our most requested YMCA Pizza Party is back! Join your friends & the YMCA team to celebrate the end of Summer Vacation Care with some unlimited pizza, fresh juice and some music! Lunch provided. |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| TUE 4 FEB |
DAY CAMP | Sip and Paint Take on the basics of painting with acrylic on canvas, brush in one hand and juice box in the other. Wind down and get ready for school with our mindful painting exercise. |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
| WED 5 FEB |
DAY CAMP | Pajama Movie Marathon Picture yourself in your pajamas with plush pillows, cozy blankets, fresh buttered popcorn & a glass of icy homeade lemonade whilst watching your favourite animated classics. There's no better way to end the Summer holidays! |
Full fee $67.75 | Maximum Reduced Fee* $6.78 |
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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