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Vacation Care

Bookings are now open for our Autumn School Holiday Program. Find your location to make a booking!

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Searching for exciting vacation care or full-day school holiday programs? YMCA OSHC offers action-packed school holiday programs filled with excursions, engaging activities, and cool events.

With over 60+ convenient locations across South East Queensland and a team of highly trained educators dedicated to providing top-quality care, we’ll keep your children entertained and inspired. 

Every day is a new adventure tailored to all interests. Our diverse schedule includes: 

  • Sports & Movement: Basketball, soccer, gymnastics, dance, and circus skills.
  • Creative & STEM: Art, cooking, crafts, and hands-on science projects.
  • Excursions & Incursions: Trips to the zoo, local farms, bowling centres, and parks.

We know the holiday juggle is real. Our programs provide reliable vacation care while ensuring your child stays active and engaged. Activities vary by location, so contact your local centre’s page for their specific schedule.

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ENROL IN VACATION CARE PROGRAM

Existing parents can book your children into our Vacation Care program via the Xplor Home mobile application:

New parents find your preferred location, click through to selected location and follow the instructions to enrol. 

Here’s the info you’ll need submit with your enrolment.

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HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES AT THE Y OSHC

Make your child’s school holidays unforgettable with our high-energy programs across 60+ locations in Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Sunshine Coast. We offer a safe, inclusive environment designed to build confidence, new friendships, and amazing memories.

Excursions
Fun-filled day trips to activities including bowling, rock climbing, bush walks, Australia Zoo, museums and the Planetarium.
Incursions
We bring the ‘excursions’ right to our very own OSHC centres – such as robot building workshops, reptile and wildlife encounters, magic shows, dance classes and so much more!
Service Days
Include themed activities like Superhero day, the YMCA Olympics, Master Chef Day or Pirate Day – programmed, supervised and delivered by our educators at our OSHC centres.

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If you need a detailed activity program, please contact your specific YMCA OSHC service to obtain their upcoming activity program.

Who can enrol in our holiday programs?

We welcome all primary school children aged 5 to 12 years old. Your child does not need to attend the school where the program is hosted to join the fun, and you can book as many days as you need.

How much does vacation care cost?

Pricing varies by location and the type of activity (in-house, incursion, or excursion). Please contact selected centre for a full daily rate & program schedule.

What is the holiday program schedule?

Every location offers a unique mix of themed days and trips. Schedules are released approximately two weeks before each holiday period begins. To see what’s planned, simply contact your local centre.

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WHAT TO BRING TO YMCA VACATION CARE

  • Lunch and named water bottle (no food containing peanuts and tree nuts please). We provide breakfast until 8am, morning tea and afternoon tea.
  • A sun smart hat.
  • Comfortable clothes and enclosed shoes. Tops must have sleeves.

VACATION CARE COST

Please refer to your specific YMCA OSHC service’s fee schedule, which can be obtained from your OSHC service.

All of our YMCA Vacation Care programs are Approved Providers for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS). If you are eligible, all you need to do is provide a CRN and DOB for yourself and for each child attending. To find out if you are eligible or to complete a CCS Claim, please log into your myGov account or contact Centrelink.

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