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Frequently Asked Questions
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BASE OOSH is a family-owned provider of high-quality Before School Care, After School Care, and Vacation Care services. We are committed to creating safe, engaging, and child-focused environments where children can belong, play, and grow.
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OOSH stands for Outside School Hours Care. These services provide care and educational experiences for school-aged children before school, after school, and during school holidays.
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BASE OOSH provides care for school-aged children, generally from Kindergarten through to 12 years of age. Some services may have additional arrangements for preschool-aged children where applicable.
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Depending on the location, BASE OOSH offers:
Before School Care
After School Care
Vacation Care
Pupil-Free Day Programs
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Yes. BASE OOSH is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation, where the safety, wellbeing, and voices of children are at the centre of everything we do. Our educators and leaders are dedicated to creating environments where children feel safe, respected, and valued.
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Our programs are guided by the My Time, Our Place Framework and are developed with children's interests, voices, and choices in mind. We believe children learn best through play, exploration, and meaningful relationships.
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Yes. Our educators are passionate professionals who hold, or are actively working towards, relevant qualifications. All team members maintain:
Working With Children Checks
First Aid, CPR and Emergency Asthma and Anaphylaxis training
Ongoing professional development
Child protection training
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Enrolling with BASE OOSH is simple. Families can complete an online enrolment and book sessions through our parent portal. If you need assistance, our team is always happy to help.
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Yes. BASE OOSH is an approved provider under the Australian Government's Child Care Subsidy (CCS) scheme. Eligible families may receive assistance to reduce the cost of care.
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Yes. Casual bookings are welcome and are subject to availability. We recommend booking in advance, particularly during Vacation Care periods, as places may fill quickly.
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Our services provide nutritious breakfast and afternoon tea options, while some may ask families to provide lunch or snacks during Vacation Care. Information specific to your service will be provided upon enrolment.
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At BASE OOSH, we are committed to inclusion and supporting every child to participate fully in our programs. We work closely with families to understand individual needs and develop appropriate support plans to ensure children are safe, comfortable, and successful within our environments.
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Depending on the program and activities, children may need:
A hat
Water bottle
Packed lunch (if required)
Closed-in shoes
Spare clothes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Specific information will be provided for excursions and special events.
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We value strong partnerships with families and communicate through:
Parent communication apps and portals
Email updates
Newsletters
Social media
Direct communication with educators and service leaders
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