POBOX423MaroubraNSW2035Ph:0293155947Email:mjcarecentre2@bigpond.comWebsite:www.mjccplay.wordpress.com

CLOSINGDATEFORBOOKINGS:Friday4thMarch2016*Nochangescanbemadetobookingsaftertheclosingdate.

YouwillreceiveaconfirmationemailbetweenMonday14thMarchtoWednesday28thMarch2016.Pleasedonotcontactusregarding

confirmationuntilafterthisdate.

Therearenorefundsforvacationcarecancellations.Therearenoexceptionstothispolicy.

Wedonotoffercaretochildrenwhoarenotinprimaryschool.

MAROUBRA JUNCTION VACATION CARE

Autumn 2016

HOW MUCH $45perday/perchild(Includingexcursions&activities)MEMBERSHIPFEE:$55

WHERE

MaroubraJunctionPublic

School

112StoreyStreet,

Maroubra

(EntranceoffLochMaree

Street)

WHEN Open:11–26April2016

7am–6pm

Our Philosophy

At Maroubra Junction Before and After School and Vacation Care Centre we aim to provide a

safe, clean and nurturing environment where all individuals are equally valued and respected.

We appreciate every family’s diverse culture and background and strive to cater for their

interests and needs accordingly.

We consider play important in fostering independence, self-help skills and self-esteem.

We aim to be a contributor to our local community and maintain positive, collaborative

relationships with families, staff, management and the community.

Vacation Care Fees Vacation care fees are charged at a flat fee per day including all excursion and activity costs. The Child Care Benefit (CCB) and Child Care Rebate (CCR) is applied to all costs incurred. Vacation care is charged at: $45 /day per child Including all excursion/activity costs

Priority of Access Sometimes, there may be a waiting list for child care services and to ensure the system is fair, the Australian Government has “Priority of Access Guidelines” for allocation of places in these circumstances. The guidelines only apply to Child Care Benefit approved child care. They are used when there is a waiting list for a child care service or when a number of parents are applying for a limited number of vacant places. Every Child Care Benefit approved childcare service has to abide by the guidelines and tell you about them when you enrol your child into care. Priorities:

• First Priority: a child at risk of serious abuse or neglect; • Second Priority: a child of a single parent who satisfies, or parents who both satisfy, the

work/training/study test under Section 14 of the ‘A New Tax System (Family Assistance) Act 1999;

• Third Priority: any other child.

Within these main categories priority should also be given to the following children: • Children in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families; • Children in families which include a disabled person; • Children in families which include an individual whose adjust taxable income does not

exceed the lower income threshold of $41 902 for 2013-2014, or who or whose partner are on income support;

• Children in families from a non-English speaking background; • Children in socially isolated families; and • Children of single parents.

Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations

Our Booking Process To book a place for vacation care, you must complete the attached booking forms (along with an enrolment form if this is your first time at the centre) and return these by Friday 4th March 2016. No forms will be processed until this date. Once we have processed forms according to priority of access guidelines, email confirmations will be sent out. Please note: Bookings are not confirmed until you receive a confirmation email. Your confirmation email will include a fee estimate and details for payment. You will receive a confirmation by Wednesday 30th March 2016. Please do not contact us regarding confirmation until after this date.

Our Program During the vacation care period we offer two separate programs for our senior and junior children. Juniors are those children in kindergarten to year 2 and seniors are years 3-6. The seniors program will be targeted at the older children and give them more independence when out and about on excursions. Some days they may catch public transport (bus, train or ferry) with staff to their destination. Children attending the senior excursions are allowed to buy lunch or snacks/drinks at their excursions (with the exception of days where lunch is provided or there are no facilities nearby) or they can bring along a packed lunch. Please remember that children attending senior excursions will need to bring along their morning tea as we only have a short time for recess breaks. What To Bring A light carry bag including the following:

• Hat – Children will be encouraged to wear sun-safe hats that protect the face, neck and ears when outside. Recommended hats are bucket hats and broad brimmed hats. Baseball caps and visors are not recommended.

• Comfortable clothes including closed in shoes and covered shoulders. No thongs or sandals.

• Plenty to drink • Jumper & wet weather gear (raincoat/poncho) • Morning tea and lunch (unless stated in the program that lunch is included)

Behaviour Please be aware that your child’s behaviour will determine his/her continuing enrolment. If behaviour in the Centre is deemed to be inappropriate, your child may be excluded from the excursions or from the Centre. Our rules are very simple and do apply to all children that attend our service. Property & Personal Belongings Centre staff are not responsible for any property that children bring from home. If it is precious think carefully before sending it. Money is also included in this point. A reminder that all portable game players (Gameboys/PSP/iPods/iPads etc) are only to be used between the hours designated on the day. At all other times of the day, they will be stored in the office. Please label all devices & accessories with your child’s name to avoid confusion. Mobile phones are strongly discouraged. Should you wish your child to bring one in it must be handed to staff on arrival and kept in the office. Movies at the Centre At certain times during the vacation care program, G and PG rated movies may be shown in the centre. Weather At times the weather is unpredictable. Circumstances may arise that require changes to be made to our program on the actual day. We do try to attend excursions even in the case of wet weather, so wet weather gear is important!

What We’re Doing • Please take note of arrival times as latecomers may miss out – excursions are run to strict

schedules. • Please read the information for each excursion day carefully to know what your child

needs to bring with them (e.g. morning tea, lunch or other equipment.)

AUTUMN VACATION CARE 2016 Week 1 Juniors Seniors

Monday 11th April 2016

Excursion

Sydney Aquarium

Join us in discovering the amazing Australian aquatic life on offer at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium. Remember – Never smile at a crocodile! Children must bring: • Recess, lunch and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted) Transport: Hired bus Must arrive by 9.15am Will return by 3.00pm

In-House

Mission Impossible

The children will test their wits against the nefarious care centre staff and stage a daring heist to recover an artefact that will save the world. There will be various traps and snares that will require teamwork, cunning and some acrobatics to overcome. Children must bring: • Recess, lunch and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted)

Tuesday 12th

April 2016

In-House

Giant Games and Paddock Party

Fancy a game of soccer with a ball twice the size of you? What about taking a stroll with friends on the crazy walker? Plenty of wild fun to be had today! Children must bring: • Recess, lunch and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted)

Excursion

Archery & Laser Tag @ Sydney Olympic Park

Can you hit the bullseye? Discover the secret to shooting a bow. Then hide behind blockade bunkers and walls to defeat your opponents in laser tag on the outdoor battlefield. Children must bring: • Recess, lunch and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted) Transport: Hired bus Must arrive by 9.00am Will return by 3pm

Wednesday 13th April 2016

Excursion

“Kung Fu Panda 3” [PG] @ Entertainment Quarter

When Po’s lost long panda father suddenly reappears, the reunited duo travels to a secret panda paradise to meet scores of hilarious new panda characters, But trouble appears, Po must do the impossible – learn to train a village full of his fun-loving, clumsy brethren to become the ultimate band of Kung Fu Pandas! Children must bring: • Recess, lunch and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted) • Small popcorn and water will be provided

during the movie. Transport: Hired bus Must arrive by 9.15am Will return by 3.00pm

In-House

Songkran Festival Celebration Make sure you bring a spare set of clothes, as we celebrate the Thai New Year festival Songkran! Traditionally, this festival is marked by the throwing and sprinkling of water. You’re going to get wet! Children must bring: • Recess, lunch and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted)

Thursday 14th April 2016

In-House

Crazy Craft Day Make sure you wear old clothes and bring some spares ones because today we are going to get DIRTY! All sorts of messy craft and outdoor activities will be taking place and it is going to be a blast! Children must bring: • Recess, lunch and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted)

Excursion

Rock Climbing @ Sydney Indoor Park

Challenge yourself and see how brave you are on the many different and thrilling rock-climbing courses at Sydney Indoor Park. Children must bring: • Recess, lunch and water • Money (optional & $10 limit) • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted) Transport: Hired Bus Must arrive by 9:00am Will return by 3pm

Friday 15th April 2016

Excursion

Putt Putt @ Ermington

Test your skills in mini putt putt on two great courses where you never know what's around the corner. Have a whale of a time on the WATERWAYS! Look out for animals on the JUNGLE TRAIL!

Children must bring: - Recess, lunch and water - Hat - Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted) Transport: Hired Bus Must arrive by 9:00am Will return by 2:45pm

In-House

Zumba Workshop

Join the fabulous Camilla Da Silva by getting active and jamming out to fun music and learning some sweet moves. Prepare to sweat!

Children must bring: • Recess, lunch and water (essential) • Change of clothes for after activity • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted) Must arrive by 9am

WEEK 2 JUNIORS SENIORS

Monday 18th April 2016

In-House

Madotti & Vegas Magic Show Come and see Australia’s most unique magicians in a visually stunning, dramatic and comical children’s show! The magic will make you gasp with disbelief as objects appear, disappear and even fly through the air! Children must bring:

• Recess and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted) Must arrive by 9.15am

Excursion

Botany Big Splash

The weather is still warm and what better way to take advantage of the fading heat than to go swimming! Join us for a great day of waterslides and fun water play! Children must bring: • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted) • Money (optional, $10 limit for snacks) • Recess, lunch and water • Hat • Swimming attire • Change of clothes • Towel Transport: Hired bus Must arrive by 9.00am Will return by 3.00pm

Tuesday 19th April 2016

Excursion

Mounted Police Tour Take a tour of the Mounted Police museum and learn of the history of the section. Take a look at the daily life and running of the stables. Meet and greet the troop horses personally and learn about the training and requirements for both horses and police. Children must bring:

• Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are permitted)

• Recess, lunch and water • Hat

Transport: Hired bus Must arrive by 8.45am Will return by 3.00pm

In-House

Guitar Power

A hands-on engaging, fun activity that will ensure every child has a great time! Children will be encouraged and empowered to experiment with rhythms and learn some great insights about music. Children must bring:

• Recess, lunch and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals

are permitted) Must arrive by 9.15am

Wednesday 20th April 2016

In-House

Ice Cream Factor with The Nutty Professor

Delectable deliciousness! During this workshop we will use food grade quality dry ice to create some sublime ice creams and sorbets. Join the Nutty Professor as she gives you a master class in creating your own scrumptious desserts! Children must bring:

• Recess and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted) Must arrive by 9.15am

Excursion

“Kung Fu Panda 3 @ Hoyts Eastgardens”

When Po’s lost long panda father suddenly reappears, the reunited duo travels to a secret panda paradise to meet scores of hilarious new panda characters, But trouble appears, Po must do the impossible – learn to train a villiage full of his fun-loving, clumsy brethren to become the ultimate band of Kung Fu Pandas! Children must bring:

• Recess, lunch and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

to be worn) • Money (optional $15 limit to buy

lunch/snacks) • Small popcorn and water will be provided

during movie.

Transport: Hired Bus Must arrive by 9.15am Will return by 3pm

Thursday 21st April 2016

Excursion Rock Climbing @ Sydney Indoor Climbing Gym

Challenge yourself and see how brave you are on the many different and thrilling rock-climbing courses at Sydney Indoor Park. Children must bring: • Recess, lunch and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted) Transport: Hired bus Must arrive by 9.00am Will return by 3.00pm

In-House

MJCC Carnival Brace yourselves for a fun filled day with all of your carnival favourites; ring toss, face painting, photo booths and much, much more!

Children must bring:

• Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are to be worn)

• Recess and water • Hat

Friday 22nd April 2016

In-House

Earth Day

Join us to learn about and celebrate Earth day, a worldwide movement with the aim to educate and encourage environmental change for the better. Children must bring:

• Recess and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

to be worn)

Excursion

Nan Tien Temple

Today we go on a Chinese cultural journey to the biggest temple in the southern hemisphere! The children will explore the picturesque surrounds with the aid of a guide and participate in a Tai Chi workshop after lunch. Children must bring: • Recess, lunch, hat and water • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are

permitted) • Vegetarian products ONLY to be consumed

on temple grounds. Transport: Hired bus Must arrive by 8.00am Will return by 3.30pm

Week 3 Juniors Seniors Tuesday 26th April 2016

Excursion

BBQ @ Tempe Reserve

What better way to spend our last day of school holidays than by having a BBQ and enjoying the flying fox, spider web play equipment and much more at Tempe Reserve.

Children must bring: • Recess and water • Hat • Closed in shoes (no thongs or sandals are permitted) Transport: Hired bus Must arrive by 9am Will return by 3.30pm

Vacation Care Autumn 2016 Booking Form

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FamilySurname:

Child: Year: Child: Year:

Child: Year: Child: Year:

EmailContact:Allbookingswillbeconfirmedbyemail.Itisbetterfortheenvironment.

Parent/Caregiver1: Parent/Caregiver2:

RelationtoChild: RelationtoChild:

ContactNumber: ContactNumber:

PRIORITY OF ACCESS

Ifyouchoosenottocompletepriorityofaccessdetails,youwillautomaticallybeplacedatthebottomofourprioritylist.Thesingleparentorbothparentsare(pleasetick):

o Working(includingmorethan15hrsvoluntarywork)

o Lookingforworko Studying/trainingo Noneoftheabove

Tickcategoriesthatapply:

o Aboriginal&TorresStraitIslanderfamily

o Familywhichincludeadisabledperson

o Familywhichincludesanindividualwhoseadjusttaxableincomedoesnotexceedthelowerincomethresholdof$41902,orwhoorwhosepartnerareonincomesupport

o Familyfromanon-Englishspeakingbackground

o Sociallyisolatedfamily

o Singleparentfamily

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Please indicate the dates you are booking in for each child

There are no refunds for cancellations. Please book carefully.

JUNIORS (K-2) Ch i l d Ch i l d Ch i l d

Monday11thApril2016Excursion–SealifeSydneyAquarium

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Tuesday12thApril2016In-House–GiantGames&PaddockParty

Wednesday13thApril2016In-House–CrazyCraftDay

Thursday14thApril2016Excursion–KungFuPanda3@HoytsEQ

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Friday15thApril2016Excursion–PuttPutt@Ermington

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Monday18thApril2016In-House–Madotti&VegasMagicShow

Tuesday19thApril2016Excursion–MountedPoliceStables&MuseumTour

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Wednesday20thApril2016In-House–IceCreamFactorwithTheNuttyProfessor

Thursday21stApril2016Excursion–RockClimbing@SydneyIndoorClimbingPark

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Friday17thApril2016In-house–EarthDay

Tuesday26thApril2016Excursion–BBQ@TempeReserve

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There are no refunds for cancellations. Please book carefully.

SENIORS (3-6) Ch i l d Ch i l d Ch i l d

Monday11thApril2016In-House–MissionImpossible

Tuesday12thApril2016Excursion–Archery&LaserTag@SydneyOlympicPark

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Wednesday13thApril2016In-House–SongkranFestivalDay

Thursday14thApril2016Excursion–RockClimbing@SydneyIndoorClimbingPark

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Friday15thApril2016In-House–ZumbaWorkshop

Monday18thApril2016Excursion–BotanyBigSplash

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Tuesday19thApril2016In-House–GuitarPower

Wednesday20thApril2016Excursion–KungFuPanda3@HoytsEastgardens

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#Educatorsattending-7

Thursday21stApril2016In-House–MJCCCarnival

Friday17thApril2016Excursion–NanTienTemple

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#Educatorsattending-7

Tuesday26thApril2016Excursion–BBQ@TempeReserve

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OFFICEUSEONLY:Week1 TOTAL:Week2 Week3

EXCURSION PERMISSION 11-26 APRIL 2016

• Iherebygivepermissionformychild/rentoattendtheprescribedactivities.

• Iunderstandthattheformoftransportusedwillbeadvisedintheprogram.

• Iacknowledgethatduringtheparticipationintheactivitymychildwillbeexposedtotheobviousrisksassociatedwithsuchactivities.

• IauthoriseMaroubraJunctionVacationCarestaff,intheeventofanyaccidentor

illnessinvolvingmychild/ren,toobtainmedicalandhospitalassistancetheybelievemayberequiredandagreetoallexpensestherebyincurred.

• Igivepermissionformychild/rentoattendanyexcursionsprogrammedonthedays

theyareenrolledandunderstandthatallchildrenattendexcursions.

• IacknowledgethatGandPGratedmoviesmaybeshownatthecentre.

• IunderstandthatinaccordancewithTheEducationandCareServicesNationalRegulation101and102ariskassessmenthasbeenconductedinthelasttwelvemonthsforallexcursionvenues.

• IdeclarethattheinformationIhaveprovidedontheaboveformiscorrectandto

thebestofmyknowledge.

• Inthecaseofwetweather,mychildisallowedtotakepartinanyreplacementactivityarrangedbyMaroubraJunctionVacationCare.

Parent/guardianName:

Parent/GuardianSign:

Date: