Resources

Resources

On this page you will find information and resources that may be useful to you and your child. Please check back regularly for new information.

Children under 6 years

The Mobile Playvan is returning to Penrith for Term 1 from Tuesday 30 January 2024!

Families are welcome to join us for our free supported playgroup sessions. Our playgroups offer parents and children an opportunity to connect with others, engage in learning experiences and to just have fun!

Please book into one of our free sessions. Bookings open every Friday for the following week.

Check out our flyer here!   Mobile Playvan Term 1 2024

For further information about Mobile Playvan, please contact the Playvan team on 0419 976 917 or 

Vacation Care Programs April 2024

The school holiday period is fast approaching, our programs are available to view now!

All current families have been sent an email to advise that bookings are open in HubHello: If you cannot remember your username and password for your HubHello parent portal , please submit a request via our online portal

If you are a new family wanting to attend one of our vacation care programs, please contact the Clerical team on 02 4732 7844 or submit a request using below button

Submit a Request

 

Our fun-filled programs are available to view below, please click the centre for a copy of the program:

Emu Village OSHC - Vacation Care program

Erskine Park OSHC - Vacation Care program

Floribunda OSHC - Vacation Care program

Kindana OSHC - Vacation Care program

Samuel Terry OSHC - Vacation Care program

Werrington County OSHC - Vacation Care program 

Yoorami OSHC - Vacation Care program 

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 15

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

Did you know our practical and hands-on activities assist your child's transition to school? Keep watching this page for a new program each week. All activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links - Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 14

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

Did you know our practical and hands-on activities assist your child's transition to school? Keep watching this page for a new program each week. All activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links - Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 13

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

Did you know our practical and hands-on activities assist your child's transition to school? Keep watching this page for a new program each week. All activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links - Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 12

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

Did you know our practical and hands-on activities assist your child's transition to school? Keep watching this page for a new program each week. All activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links - Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 11

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

Did you know our practical and hands-on activities assist your child's transition to school? Keep watching this page for a new program each week. All activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links - Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 10

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

Did you know our practical and hands-on activities assist your child's transition to school? Keep watching this page for a new program each week. All activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links - Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 9

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

Did you know our practical and hands-on activities assist your child's transition to school? Keep watching this page for a new program each week. All activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule - Week 8

 

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

Did you know our practical and hands-on activities assist your child's transition to school? Keep watching this page for a new program each week. All activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!

Click this link to download our schedule -Play-Based Learning Schedule
Click this link to download our Home Learning Links - Home Learning Links 

Play-Based Learning Schedule - Week 7

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

Did you know our practical and hands-on activities assist your child's transition to school? Keep watching this page for a new program each week. All activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!

Click this link to download our schedule -Play-Based Learning Schedule
Click this link to download our Home Learning Links - Home Learning Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule - Week 6

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedules that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home with your child to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

This week is all about getting outside and enjoying nature. Collect nature items to make a bracelet, find rocks to paint, or lie down and enjoy the clouds. Check out the link for more suggestions. The activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!

Click this link to download our schedule -Play-Based Learning Schedule
Click this link to download our Home Learning Links - Home Learning Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule - Week 5

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedules that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home with your child to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

This week play a game of hopscotch, bake yummy pizza scrolls and make amazing smelling playdough. Check out the link for more suggestions. The activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!

 

Click this link to download our schedule - Play-Based Learning Schedule
Click this link to download our Home Learning Links -  Home Learning Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule - Week 4

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home with your child to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

Enjoy the outdoors on a nature scavenger hunt, make instruments or go on a fun bear hunt. Check out the link for more suggestions. The activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play-Based Learning Schedule
Click this link to download our Home Learning Links -  Home Learning Links 

Play-Based Learning Schedule - Week 3

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home with your child to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

This week have fun exploring the outdoors as you go on a bug hunt, get the family together and put on a talent show or explore the ocean with a virtual tour. The activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play-Based Learning Schedule
Click this link to download our Home Learning Links -  Home Learning Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule - Week 2

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home with your child to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

Enjoy the sunshine while you do some gardening, bake a yummy treat to enjoy together, or do a fun science experiment. These are a few examples from our program this week. The activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!
Click this link to download our schedule - Play-Based Learning Schedule
Click this link to download our Home Learning Links -  Home Learning Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule - Week 1

Children Services has developed a play-based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. The schedules provide you with simple activities you can do at home with your child to grow your child's brain, build stronger relationships and support your child's overall development.

The programs were developed last year and will be shared weekly. The activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.

We would love to hear from you. If you have enjoyed a fun activity or have any suggestions for different ideas, please get in touch with us and let us know!
 
Click the link to download our schedule - Play-Based Learning Schedule 
 

"Food for Thought" newsletter

We are excited to share with you the first edition of the Children's Services "Food for Thought" Newsletter. This newsletter has some incredible tips on healthy eating options, recipes to share with your family, information on allergies and we put the spotlight on 3 of our centre based cooks. We hope you enjoy this newsletter and please keep an eye out for the next edition.
 

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 23

Please enjoy week 23 of our play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule -Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links - Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 22

Please enjoy week 22 of our play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule -Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links - Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 20

Please enjoy week 20 of our play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule -Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links - Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 19

Please enjoy week 19 of our play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule -Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links - Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 18

Please enjoy week 18 of our play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule -Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 17

Please enjoy week 17 of our play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 16

It is hard to believe that it has been 16 weeks since we first started sharing our play based learning at home resources! We have thoroughly enjoyed providing these resources to you and hope you find them informative. Please enjoy week 16 of our play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 15

Please enjoy week 15 of our play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play-based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 14

Please enjoy week 14 of our play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play-based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 13

Please enjoy week 13 of our play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play-based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 12

Please enjoy week 12 of our play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play-based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 11

Welcome to week 11 of our play based learning schedules that can be delivered at home. Play-based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule for week 10 - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links for week 10 -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 10

Children’s Services has developed a play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play-based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule for week 10 - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links for week 10 -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 9

Children’s Services has developed a play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play-based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 8

Children’s Services has developed a play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play-based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 7

Children’s Services has developed a play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play-based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 6

Children’s Services has developed a play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play-based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule and Home Learning Links - Week 5

Children’s Services has developed a play based learning schedule that can be delivered at home. Play-based learning is an important way of developing children’s knowledge and skills, and preparing them for a lifetime of learning both in school and beyond.

Here are some simple activities that you can do with your child at home to grow your child’s brain, build stronger relationships and support your child’s overall development.

Please check back regularly for more programs!

 Click this link to download our schedule - Play Based Learning Schedule

Click this link to download the home learning links -  Home Learning Useful Links

Play-Based Learning Schedule - Week 4

This is a guide with suggestions for at-home play-based learning activities for families. These activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home. Please check back regularly for more programs!
 
Click the link to download our schedule - Play-Based Learning Schedule
 

Play-Based Learning Schedule - Week 3

This is a guide with suggestions for at-home play-based learning activities for families. These activities are suggestions and can be moved around during the day, depending on your time availability and what works in your home.
Click the link to download our schedule - Play-Based Learning Schedule