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School Holiday Care

Reliable Childcare When School Is Closed

School holidays can be an exciting time for children, but they can also be a challenge for parents who still have work, appointments and other commitments to manage. When school is closed, the usual daily routine changes and finding suitable childcare can become another thing for families to organise.

Our School Holiday Care provides flexible childcare support during school breaks, giving parents a practical option when they need help looking after their children. Support can include caring for children, helping with everyday routines, preparing simple meals and snacks, and keeping children engaged with suitable activities throughout the agreed hours.

Every family has different plans for the holidays. You may need childcare for a few days while you are working, selected hours during the week or support across a longer school break. We can discuss your dates, schedule, location and your children’s needs to understand the type of childcare support you are looking for.

The holidays can also mean changes to your child’s normal routine. Having familiar routines around meals, activities and daily care can help children settle while they are away from school. At the same time, parents can have greater flexibility to manage work, appointments, family commitments or simply have some time to themselves.

Whether you need occasional childcare or support throughout part of the school holidays, our aim is to make arranging care straightforward and give families an option they can rely on when school is closed.

What Our School Holiday Care Includes

Support can be arranged around your family’s requirements and may include:

  • Childcare and Supervision: Caring for children throughout the agreed hours while parents manage work and other commitments.
  • Holiday Routines: Supporting familiar routines around meals, rest, play and everyday activities while children are away from school.
  • Meals and Snacks: Preparing simple meals and snacks as part of the agreed childcare arrangement.
  • Activities and Play: Providing suitable activities, play and creative time based on your child’s age and interests.
  • Companionship: Giving children attentive care and positive interaction throughout the day.
  • Support for Siblings: Providing childcare for more than one child where this forms part of your family’s requirements.

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Why Choose School Holiday Care?

  • Keep Your Plans on Track: Childcare support can help you continue working, attend appointments or manage other commitments while your children are away from school.
  • Care During School Breaks: Support is available for families who need an alternative to their usual school day childcare arrangements during holiday periods.
  • Activities Beyond the School Routine: Children can enjoy suitable activities and companionship while receiving attentive care during their time away from school.
  • Support Around Your Holiday Plans: Whether your family needs childcare for selected days or a longer period, your requirements can be discussed around your plans.
  • More Flexibility for Parents: Having additional childcare available gives parents greater flexibility to balance work, family responsibilities and personal commitments.

School Holiday Care FAQs

What is School Holiday Care?
School Holiday Care provides childcare support during school holiday periods when children are not attending school. It can be useful for parents who continue working or have other commitments during the school break and need additional childcare during the day.
When can I use School Holiday Care?

The service is available for childcare needs during school holiday periods. You can request support for specific days, selected weeks or particular hours depending on what your family requires.

Can I book childcare for only a few days?

Yes. You do not have to request care for the entire school holiday. If you only need support on certain days, provide those dates and the hours required when making your enquiry.

What can children do during School Holiday Care?
Activities can depend on the child’s age, interests and your family’s preferences. You can tell us about activities your child enjoys or any routines you would like maintained when making your childcare request.
Can School Holiday Care fit around my working hours?
Yes. You can provide the hours that fit around your work or other commitments. Include your preferred start and finish times so we can understand when childcare support is required.
What information should I provide when requesting School Holiday Care?
Provide the children’s ages, number of children, location, preferred dates and times and any specific requirements. If there are particular routines, activities or other information that would be helpful to know, you can include those details as well.