About Sylvania Waters OSHC

Sylvania Waters OSHC offers school holiday Vacation Care for primary school-aged children in Sylvania, Sylvania Waters, Blakehurst and surrounding suburbs. Our school holiday programs are dedicated to activating a sense of adventure, educating through memorable experiences and instilling kindness in the children who participate.

Located in Sylvania Public School, Sylvania Waters OSHC is the perfect place for families seeking enriching experiences for their children. We welcome children from all schools, ensuring that every school holiday is filled with fun, learning and new friendships.

our Philosophy and mission

Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that every child is naturally curious and kind beings. We foster this curiosity by offering a safe and stimulating environment where exploration, creativity, and learning thrive. By recognising each child’s unique strengths, we cultivate a sense of belonging, respect, and empathy. Through meaningful connections, we encourage confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. Our goal is to support families with high-quality, enjoyable, and educational School Holiday Programs that children truly enjoy.

We align our programs with the My Time, Our Place framework, ensuring that our activities cater to the developmental needs of children while promoting a balanced and enriching experience. For example, during our Vacation Care Programs, we incorporate opportunities for children to engage in both structured and unstructured play, allowing them to express their creativity and develop problem-solving skills. Whether during school holidays or Staff Development Days (Pupil Free Days), our carefully designed activities inspire children to explore, play and create in a nurturing, supportive environment.

Our COre Values

Sylvania Waters OSHC has been built on 6 core values that we live and breathe in all we do.

CHILD-CENTERED

Children are at the centre of everything we do. We love hearing what our their interests, hobbies, loves and loathes are. We thrive on feedback from our children and their families.

ENRICHMENT

We plan and provide engaging education activities that encourage curiosity and support holistic growth. My Time Our Place is our back bone.

ADVENTURE

We encourage a spirit of adventure and curiosity in every child, fostering a love for learning through exploration in a safe and supportive setting.

SAFETY

We prioritize safety and wellbeing, exceeding educator-to-child ratios which means more supervision on the floor for extra support and care.

KINDNESS

Kindness, empathy, and respect are our core values. We role model these daily, empowering children to embrace and live them, fostering inclusivity.

SUPPORT

We support families by providing tailored, high-quality care that is reliable, informative and engaging for every child in our care.