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All Centres open Tuesday 14 April – Friday 24 April 2020West Pymble Kids Club Only – Monday 27 April 2020 (Pupil Free Day)

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Autumn School Holiday Program

Category 1 Families with 2 working parents: Monday 24 February 7.30am

Category 2 All other families: Monday 2 March 7.30am

Bookings open online

9424 0903

Bookings close when days are fully booked

How to bookAll families must enrol at kmc.nsw.gov.au/vacationcarePlaces are prioritised as follows:

Category 1Families with both parents/guardians working/studying/trainingIn this category, priority will be given to single working parents

Category 2Families with parents/guardians who are not working/studying/trainingSelect the dates you wish to book and confirm. An email confirmation will be sent to you.

Ku-ring-gai Council’s

Vacation Care Program offers children aged 5 to 14

years arts, crafts, games, sports and excursions during the NSW school holidays. Activities take

place in safe, secure and caring environments with

qualified staff.

PaymentA deposit paid in advance is required to confirm your booking.You will receive an invoice with the required deposit amount within one week of booking. The deposit will be automatically charged using the payment details on your account and the amount will depend on whether you are claiming the Child Care Subsidy or not. The remaining balance will be invoiced and charged within one week of the close of the Vacation Care program.Places are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment.For all enquiries email [email protected]

KIDS CLUB St Ives Kids Club and West Pymble Kids Clubs are suitable for children aged 5 - 12 yearsSTANDARD HOURS: 7.30am - 6pmDAILY FEE: $56 per child. Excursion/workshop costs are extra

West Pymble Kids Club West Pymble Community Hall Lofberg Road, West PymblePhone: 0419 267 691 (during vacation care only)Facilities: One large room with air conditioning, new kitchen, fully fenced oval, basketball courts, play equipment and outdoor area.

St Ives Kids Club Corpus Christi Catholic School 17 Link Road, St IvesPhone: 0417 242 129 (during vacation care only)Facilities: Large hall,wet weather areas, play equipment, picnic tables, eco-garden, basketball courts and oval.

GETAWAY Kids Getaway activities are suitable for children aged 8 - 14 years. STANDARD HOURS: 7.30am - 6pmDAILY FEE: $56 per child. Excursion/workshop costs are extra

St Ives GetawaySt Ives Community Hall Memorial Avenue, St IvesPhone: 0419 625 064 (during vacation care only)Facilities: Large hall, close to oval, tennis courts, skate ramp and shopping centre. Indoor facilities include a kitchen, pool table, wii, television and table tennis. Age guide: 8+ years only

West Lindfield GetawayWest Lindfield Community Hall 2-10 Bradfield Road, LindfieldPhone: 0468 988 230 (during vacation care only)Facilities: Large hall close to oval and local shopping village. Indoor facilities include a kitchen, wii, television and table tennis.Age guide: 5+

Parent handbook The parent handbook is clear, easy to follow and provides detailed information about our programs, policies and procedures. Visit our website kmc.nsw.gov.au/vacationcare to download a copy. All children are welcome to participate in this program. However if your child has additional needs, please contact the Vacation Care Coordinator before enrolling your child on 9424 0903.

All our centres are 100% nut-freeWe have a no-nuts policy at all our Vacation Care centres. Please do not pack any nut-based snacks or lunches for your child. For more information or any queries ask our staff or refer to the parent handbook at kmc.nsw.gov.au/vacationcare

Allergy adviceOur parent handbook outlines our procedures in dealing with known allergies. When enrolling your child please notify us of any known allergies, medication needs or asthma management plans.

Notes to parentsWhat to bring• A drink in a screw top refillable container

and sunscreen • Healthy snacks, meals and drinks to last

the day. Food is NOT provided unless otherwise stated.

• Sun-safe clothing ie. a brimmed hat and sleeved clothing, plus enclosed shoes

• A spare change of clothes

Arrivals/departures• Parents must sign their child in and out

each day. Children will only be allowed to leave with nominated carers.

• Children must be at the centre before the scheduled departure time on excursion days.

• Parents collecting their child after 6pm will be charged a late fee of $1 per minute per child. If the child has not been collected by 6.15pm an additional fee of $2 per minute per child will be charged until the child is collected.

Refunds/cancellations• Programs, excursions and workshops may

be changed due to adverse weather or unforeseen circumstances. Parents will be advised of any changes.

• Please note there are no cancellations, refunds, credits or transfers once your booking has been processed, unless a medical certificate is supplied for the day/s missed within one week of the missed day/s. This refund entails the centre cost of $56, this refund DOES NOT include excursions, workshops and bus fees.

Tuesday 14 April | St Ives Kids Club

Ninja Warrior & Colour CombatBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hatStaff to child ratios 1:15 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $80 per childFour hours of fun packed high-energy outdoor activities, including the colour run, bucket challenge, treasure hunt, obstacle course, tug of war challenge, slackline and more!

Tuesday 14 April | West Pymble Kids Club

Sydney Zoo - ExcursionBus Departs 9am, Returns 3.30pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $98 per child Get ready to take a walk on the wild side, as we travel to the Sydney Zoo in Bungarribee near Blacktown. We’ll see different animals and their homes and get up close to ambassador animals during the Animal Feature Focus workshop.

Wednesday 15 April | St Ives Kids Club

Sydney Zoo - Excursion Details and description same as above.

Wednesday 15 April | West Pymble Kids Club

Fun Cartooning Workshop Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat Staff to child ratios 1:15 – Maximum places 55 Total daily cost $73 per child Design and draw fun characters and wonderful heroes to defend the lands against the evil Rubbix and his rampaging stickman army!

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Fun Cartooning WorkshopDetails and description same as above.

Thursday 16 April | West Pymble Kids Club

Ninja Warrior & Colour Combat Details and description same as previous page.

Friday 17 April | Both centres

Marvel Universe Live Show & Blaxland Riverside Park Bus Departs 9am, Returns 4pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $128 per childThe world famous Marvel Live Arena Show comes to Australia for the first time ever at Qudos Bank Arena. See the Marvel super heroes save the universe! Afterwards we’ll head to the Blaxland Riverside Park to have a picnic lunch and a play.

Monday 20 April | St Ives Kids Club

Fishing with Fish Finders Bus Departs 9am, returns 3.30pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $99 per childLearn how to be an angler at Putney Park, taught by fishing professionals. We’ll also discover ways to fish sustainably.

Monday 20 April | West Pymble Kids Club

Scavenger Hunter & Low RopesBus Departs 9am, returns 3.30pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat. Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $105 per childAn action-packed fun day at Baden-Powell Scout Centre in Pennant Hills. Have fun with your friends getting through the obstacle course, and work as a team to finish tasks.

Tuesday 21 April | Both Centres

Lab Kids Slime Zone Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat Staff to child ratios 1:15 – Maximum places 55 Total daily cost $73 per child Making slime has never been so much fun with Lab Kids Slime Zone! Come along and make your very own slime to take home with you

Wednesday 22 April | St Ives Kids Club

Kids Animation Workshop Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hatStaff to child ratios 1:15 – Maximum places 55Total daily cost $73 per childChildren will learn how to create a stop motion animation in this fun session, constructing their own cool clay characters that they use to make their own movies!

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Wednesday 22 April | West Pymble Kids Club

Fishing with Fish Finders Details and description same as previous page.

Thursday 23 April | St Ives Kids Club

Scavenger Hunter & Low Ropes Details and description same as previous page.

Thursday 23 April | West Pymble Kids Club

Kids Animation Workshop Details and description same as previous page.

Friday 24 April | Both centres

Rosman CruiseBus Departs 9am, Returns 3.30pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $98 per childBoarding at Greenwich Point, we’ll explore Sydney Harbour’s Shark Island. Join in a scavenger hunter and try out the playground before we enjoy a scenic lunch at the beautiful waterfront park at Clifton Gardens.

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The Great Aussie Kids Challenge Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat. Staff to child ratios 1:15 – Maximum places: 55Total daily cost $75 per childA two hour session of fun and challenges. Trivia, ball games, Dodge the Demon, Truth or Lie, Shark Attack, storytelling and much more!

Parent Referral DiscountsRecommend our Vacation Care program to other families and you could get a discount on your fees!

5% discount 10% discount 15% discount

Refer one new family (successful new enrolment and booking to the vacation care program) and receive a one-off 5% discount on your bookings for vacation care from 13/04/2020 to 27/04/2020.

Refer two new families (successful new enrolment and booking to the vacation care program) and receive a one off 10% discount on your bookings for vacation care from 13/04/2020 to 27/04/2020.

Refer three or more new families (successful new enrolment and booking to the vacation care program) and receive a one off 15% discount on your bookings for vacation care from 13/04/2020 to 27/04/2020.

To receive your discount, please email your family’s details to us after the successful referral and we will then apply the discount to your booking. Email: [email protected]

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Tuesday 14 April | Both centres

Australian National Maritime MuseumBus Departs 8.45am, Returns 4pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes, hat, swimmers and towel Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $92 per childWe’ll see the Sea Monsters exhibition and enjoy the exciting 3D film of A Prehistoric Adventure. Then let’s jump aboard the action stations and tall ship James Craig, destroyer HMAS Vampire and submarine HMAS Onslow.

Wednesday 15 April | St Ives Getaway

Archery and CanoeingBus Departs 8.30am, returns 4pm Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes, and hatStaff to child ratios 1:8 – Maximum places 48Total daily cost $122 per child*MUST BE AT LEAST 8+ YEARS OF AGEA fun-packed adventure day at Wesley Vision Valley. With modern bows and large targets, learn archery and have heaps of fun! You will also learn the basics of safe canoe handling and paddling.

Wednesday 15 April | West Lindfield Getaway

Reverse Garbage: DIY Games Workshop & Warehouse Tour & Secret Garden Bus Departs 8.45am, Returns 3.30pm Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes, and hat Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50 Total daily cost $93 per childToday we travel to Reverse Garbage in Marrickville to create games out of recycled materials. Make water bottle skittles, marble runs, board games and much more. A tour of the warehouse will show you the amazing range of materials collected from industries and businesses. We’ll then visit the frog pond and edible garden.

Thursday 16 April | St Ives Getaway

Reverse Garbage: DIY Games Workshop & Warehouse Tour & Secret Garden Details and description same as previous page.

Thursday 16 April | West Lindfield Getaway

Archery and Canoeing Details and description same as previous page.

Friday 17 April | Both centres

Into the Wild – Bushcraft & Survival & BBQ lunchBus Departs 9am, returns 3.30pm Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes, and hatStaff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $92 per child*MUST BE AT LEAST 8+ YEARS OF AGELearn basic bushcraft to help you survive in the wild at the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden. Children will be taught how to use a compass, make a bush shelter, identify bush foods and some first aid. Afterwards, we will have a delicious BBQ lunch.

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Monday 20 April | St Ives Getaway

Leap of Faith & Crate StackingBus Departs 8.45am, returns 3.30pm Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes, and hatStaff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $105 per child*MUST BE AT LEAST 8+ YEARS OF AGEAn action-packed fun day at the Baden-Powell Scout Centre in Pennant Hills. Take ‘The Leap of Faith’ and work as a team to conquer the giant Crate Stack.

Monday 20 April | West Lindfield Getaway

Sky ZoneBus Departs 8.45am, returns 3.30pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hatStaff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $97 per child We’re off to the Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Alexandria. Have fun in the foam pit, join in a game of trampoline dodgeball or play basketball with your friends.

Tuesday 21 April | St Ives Getaway

Luna Park Bus Departs 9am, returns 3.30pm Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50 Total daily cost $105 per child Get ready for a fun-filled day at Luna Park! Ride the Wild Mouse rollercoaster or the Rotor, enjoy the Ferris Wheel and the giant slides at Coney Island.

Tuesday 21 April | West Lindfield Getaway

Virtual RealityBus Departs 9am, returns 3.30pm Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes, and hatStaff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $100 per child*MUST BE AT LEAST 8+ YEARS OF AGEIf you love escape games and amazing virtual worlds, get ready for super teamwork, quick thinking and lighting reflexes to complete your mission as we travel to the Virtual Reality Rooms in the city for a fun day out!

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Wednesday 22 April | Both centres

Q Station ManlyBus Departs 9am, returns 3.30pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes, hatStaff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $96 per childExplore this unique site offering stunning views, history, stories and fun! Learn what life was like 100 years ago on the interactive walking tour featuring games and nature sculptures on the beach. Top off the morning with a picnic lunch on the beautiful grounds of the Q Station.

Thursday 23 April | St Ives Getaway

Sky ZoneDetails and description same as previous page.

Thursday 23 April | West Lindfield Getaway

Leap of Faith & Crate StackingDetails and description same as previous page.

Friday 24 April | St Ives Getaway

Virtual RealityDetails and description same as previous page.

Friday 24 April | West Lindfield Getaway

Luna ParkDetails and description same as previous page.

Ku-ring-gai Council

Family Day Care

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Personalised education and care for your child in a home based service

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For young people aged 12 - 24

Meet new friends, try something different, check out our school holiday program

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For further information email: [email protected] phone: 9424 0837 FB: kcyouthservices web: kmc.nsw.gov.au/youth

For young people aged 12 - 24

Meet new friends, try something different, check out our school holiday program

ServicesYouth

For further information email: [email protected] phone: 9424 0837 FB: kcyouthservices web: kmc.nsw.gov.au/youth

School holidays at Ku-ring-gai libraries, Ku-ring-gai Art Centre, Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden and youth centres.

Coding, puzzles, gamesGordon, St Ives, Turramurra and Lindfield LibrariesT 9424 0120 kmc.nsw.gov.au/library

Art, music and drama at Ku-ring-gai Art Centre Bancroft Park, 3 Recreation Avenue, Roseville T 9424 0310 kmc.nsw.gov.au/artcentre

Crafts bushwalks and ranger fun at Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden420 Mona Vale Road, St IvesT 9424 0353kmc.nsw.gov.au/wildflowergarden

BBQs, table tennis, games, music at Gordon, Turramurra and St IvesT 9424 0837 kmc.nsw.gov.au/youth

For full details and bookings kmc.nsw.gov.au/schoolholidays

More school holiday fun in Ku-ring-gai!