Here at the Y West Pennant Hills OSHC, we make sure holidays are about fun! We provide a range of Vacation Care activities that children look forward to, including arts, crafts, cooking activities, sports, dance and drama. No matter what your child is interested in, we will plan school holiday activities to suit.
Our Vacation Care program offers a variety of activities, including workshops and excursions. Our activities keep children entertained, engaged and explore their adventurous side.
To be eligible to use our Vacation Care services, children must be enrolled at school or school aged.
If your required date is fully booked in Xap, please join the waitlist.
Winter Vacation Care
| WEEK 1 |
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| MON 7 JUL |
WORKSHOP | Slime Day Workshop Get ready for a gooey good time at our Slime Day Workshop! Children will explore a range of sensory and slimy activities, including making and tasting edible slime. They'll also get to create their own slime to take home for even more messy fun! Session starts at 11am. |
Full fee $93.75 |
| TUE 8 JUL |
EXCURSION | From Corroboree to Cocoa Aboriginal Dance Club & World Chocolate Day in Centennial Park We're heading to Centennial Park for an exciting day themed From Corroboree to Cocoa! First, children will move to the rhythm in an Aboriginal Dance Club, then celebrate World Chocolate Day with sweet surprises. After lunch in the park, they’ll enjoy fun games and embark on an adventurous scavenger hunt. Please be at the centre by 8:30am. |
Full fee $103.75 |
| WED 9 JUL |
WORKSHOP | Get Smart Boxing The Get Smart Boxing team will run an exciting workshop where children will learn the basics of boxing, improve their coordination, and build confidence. Activities will include fun boxing drills, fitness challenges, and interactive games, all in a safe and supportive environment. Session starts by 10am. |
Full fee $93.75 |
| THU 10 JUL |
WORKSHOP | Teddy Bears Picnic Bring your cuddly creativity to our Teddy Bears’ Picnic! Children will each build their very own bear to take home, then enjoy a picnic with their new furry friends. The fun continues with yard games and outdoor play in a day full of smiles and snuggles! Session starts at 10:30am. |
Full fee $93.75 |
| FRI 11 JUL |
WORKSHOP | Winter Christmas Fun Winter Christmas Fun in July brings the holiday magic to life! Children will enjoy making snow, creating winter-themed crafts, playing holiday games, and decorating Christmas cookies. They'll also get creative with personalised ornaments and finish the day with a cozy Christmas movie to keep the festive spirit alive! Session starts at 10:30am. |
Full fee $93.75 |
| WEEK 2 |
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| MON 14 JUL |
WORKSHOP | Max Hacker Coding In our Max Hacker Coding Workshop, children will dive into the world of coding by building a mini video game using Scratch. They'll also explore Maze Masters with foam-block coding and understand programming through physical blocks and Edison robots. Plus, they’ll get hands-on experience with EdScratch, making coding fun and interactive! Session starts at 12:30pm. |
Full fee $93.75 |
| TUE 15 JUL |
DAY CAMP | Active Adventure Challenge Children will rotate through fun activities like relay races, obstacle courses, and mini team sports. The workshop includes both individual and group challenges, fostering healthy competition and helping children develop their motor skills, teamwork, and confidence—all while having a blast! |
Full fee $67.75 |
| WED 16 JUL |
WORKSHOP | Blocks Day Blocks Day is all about unleashing creativity! Children will use a variety of blocks to build amazing structures, from towering skyscrapers to intricate castles. They’ll explore their engineering skills with challenging block designs, and work in teams to create block-based masterpieces. There will be plenty of opportunities to experiment, collaborate, and see just how far their imaginations can go! Session starts at 10am. |
Full fee $93.75 |
| THU 17 JUL |
EXCURSION | Calmsley Hill Farm We're heading to Calmsley Hill City Farm for a fun-filled day! The children will enjoy a tractor ride, get hands-on with animal feeding, and explore the farm. We'll finish the day with a relaxing picnic lunch in the beautiful outdoor setting. Please be at the centre by 8:30am. |
Full fee $103.75 |
| FRI 18 JUL |
WORKSHOP | Sustainable Sounds In our Sustainable Sounds workshop, children will create their own Bamboo Pan Flute and Recycled Tambourine using natural and recycled materials. They’ll explore a variety of instruments, enhancing creativity and teamwork. This hands-on session promotes sustainability, supports motor skills, and encourages sensory development. At the end, each child will take home their unique, handmade instrument! Session starts at 1:30pm. |
Full fee $93.75 |
| WEEK 3 |
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| MON 21 JUL |
EXCURSION | Turbo Climb & Bowling at The House Wow!! Join us for an exciting trip to The House of Wow, where the children will challenge themselves on the Turbo Climb, testing their rock climbing skills, followed by a fun-filled game of bowling. It’s an action-packed day of adventure, friendly competition, and lots of laughs! Please be at the centre by 9am. |
Full fee $103.75 |
As a not-for-profit provider, the Y NSW works hard to keep the cost of care as low as possible to support all children to access high quality early learning. The Y NSW is an approved provider of the Child Care Subsidy for Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) and may be available to eligible families. Click here to read more
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