Where every child's culture has a place

Our OSHC centres bring together children from many countries, languages and traditions. Through play-based learning and the principles of My Time, Our Place, we create opportunities for children to share who they are, learn from one another and develop a strong sense of belonging. As re-enrolment for 2027 opens, here is what that looks like day to day.

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A safe space that feels like home

After a full day at school, children need somewhere they can slow down. Our OSHC centres provide a calm, supervised environment with familiar faces and clear routines. Through play-based experiences, children can express themselves in ways that feel comfortable and natural.

For children with family connections to another country, culture or language, this means feeling confident sharing a word in their first language, a family recipe or a story about visiting grandparents, knowing their experiences are valued and respected. This reflects the My Time, Our Place focus on helping children develop a strong sense of identity and belonging.

Friends from all over the world

Spending mornings and afternoons together means children get to know each other through play, games and conversation. They notice that friends eat different foods, celebrate different holidays and speak different languages at home. Along the way, they learn that people can be different and still be great friends.

In one of our centres, a world map on the wall shows every country the children's families come from, with their photos beside it. It is a simple idea, but it sparks conversations, curiosity and connections. It is often one of the first things children show a new friend when they join the room.

Through play-based learning, these everyday interactions help children build respect, empathy and understanding of the diverse world around them.

Room to learn and express themselves

Children practise listening, asking thoughtful questions and sharing their own stories with confidence. A child might ask a friend how to say hello in their language, learn a traditional game from another culture or explain a special family celebration.

These experiences align with My Time, Our Place, which encourages children to become confident and involved learners. Through meaningful play and social interactions, children develop communication skills, cultural awareness and self-confidence that support them in the classroom, in friendships and beyond.

Whether children are creating artwork inspired by family traditions, cooking recipes from around the world, learning greetings in different languages or exploring cultural celebrations through play, we use children's interests and experiences as a foundation for learning.

This play-based approach helps children see their culture reflected in the program while learning about the traditions and experiences of others. It creates meaningful opportunities for children to feel seen, respected and connected.

Keep the belonging going in 2027

Re-enrolling now means your child can keep learning, playing and belonging in a space they already know, with routines that work for your family. They go straight back to the activities and connections they enjoy, and you have one less thing to organise.

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Do you have another child, or know a family, starting school in 2027? They can enrol with us now too.

If you have any questions about re-enrolment, your centre team is happy to help.