Centres open Monday 30 September – Friday 11 October 2019except Labour Day public holiday Monday 7 October

Ku-ring-gai Council

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Spring School Holiday Program

Category 1 Families with 2 working parents: Monday 19 August 7.30am

Category 2 All other families: Monday 26 August 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/training

In this category, priority will be given to single working parents

Category 2Families with parents/guardians who are not working/studying/training

Select 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 vacationcare@kmc.nsw.gov.au

KIDS CLUB St Ives Kids Club and West Pymble Kids Clubs are suitable for children aged 5 - 12 years

STANDARD HOURS: 7.30am - 6pm

DAILY FEE: $56 per child. Excursion/workshop costs are extra

West Pymble Kids Club West Pymble Community Hall Lofberg Road, West Pymble

Phone: 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 Ives

Phone: 0417 242 129 (during vacation care only)

Facilities: Large hall,wet weather areas, play equipment, picnic tables, eco-garden, basketball courts and oval.

GETAWAYKids Getaway activities are suitable for children aged 8 - 14 years.

STANDARD HOURS: 7.30am - 6pm

DAILY FEE: $56 per child. Excursion/workshop costs are extra

St Ives GetawaySt Ives Community Hall Memorial Avenue, St Ives

Phone: 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, Lindfield

Phone: 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.

What 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 that NO refunds or credits apply for non-attendance at centres, excursions and workshops.

Notes to parents

Monday 30 September | St Ives Kids Club

Fun Sports DayBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hatStaff to child ratios 1:15 – Maximum places 60Total daily cost $79 per childAn exciting day of action-packed games, including gladiator duels, bumper balls, Zorb ball, speed radar and a jumping castle. Get ready to play and win in these fun filled games.

Monday 30 September | West Pymble Kids Club

Australian Walkabout Wildlife ParkBus Departs 9am, Returns 3pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $94 per child A ranger-led adventure at Australia Walkabout Wildlife Park in Calga. We’ll go on an easy bush walk, discover fascinating creatures and try some fun Aboriginal activities - ochre face painting, making bush soap, finding bush tucker and bush medicine and learning to throw a boomerang.

Tuesday 1 October | St Ives Kids Club

Australian Walkabout Wildlife Park Details and description same as above.

Tuesday 1 October | West Pymble Kids Club

Super Cody: Super Crash Course Workshop Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hatStaff to child ratios 1:15 – Maximum places 55Total daily cost $71 per childTeam up to use an iPad coding app to fly a drone through an obstacle course of hula hoops and land safely on a drone pad!

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KIDS CLUBWednesday 2 October | Both Centres

The Magic Workshop Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat Staff to child ratios 1:15 – Maximum places 55Total daily cost $71 per childTwo jam-packed hours of crazy magic tricks! Children will learn how to become a master magician and make their own props to take home in their Magic Show Bag.

Thursday 3 October | St Ives Kids Club

Super Cody: Super Crash Course Workshop Details and description same as previous page.

Thursday 3 October | West Pymble Kids Club

Fun Sports Day Details and description same as previous page.

Friday 4 October | Both Centres

Rabbitohs Training Session Bring Departs 9:45am. Return 3PMBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hatStaff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $96 per childToday we’ll have a training session with the South Sydney Rabbitohs at Turramurra Memorial Park. Take part in a football clinic with accredited NRL Coaches or join a cheerleading clinic with NRL Cheerleaders. All children will also receive a free Rabbitohs gift to take home!

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KIDS CLUBMonday 7 October | Both Centres

Labour Day public holiday – centres closed

Tuesday 8 October | Both Centres

Koala ParkBus Departs 9am, Returns 3pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat. Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $88 per childMeet Australian animals in the peaceful rainforest environment of the Koala Park at West Pennant Hills. We’ll feed lambs, kangaroos and emus, enjoy a sheep shearing show, and see koala, dingoes and reptile shows.

Wednesday 9 October | Both Centres

The Puppetry Workshop Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat Staff to child ratios 1:15 – Maximum places 55Total daily cost $71 per childSee Julie’s delightful show of her family of 80 puppets sourced from around the world. Learn how to make your very own puppet that you get to take home.

Thursday 10 October | Both Centres

Ultimate Family Entertainment Bus Departs 9:15am, Returns 3pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat. Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $92 per childToday we travel to the Ultimate Family Fun Centre in Northmead where you’ll be bouncing your way round trampolines, scampering up the climbing wall and conquering the jungle gym!

Friday 11 October | Both Centres

Brain Games Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat Staff to child ratios 1:15 – Maximum places 55Total daily cost $71 per childIn two hours of fun-filled brain games, you’ll be testing out your skills in creative thinking challenges, acting exercises, a bubble show, zany science, cartooning and much, much more!

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Monday 30 September | St Ives Getaway

Mountain Biking & Canoeing Bus Departs 9am, Returns 4pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes, hat and towelStaff to child ratios 1:8 – Maximum places 48Total daily cost $120 per childA fun-packed adventure day at Wesley Vision Valley where you’ll learn mountain biking skills to take on the network of custom built bushland tracks. You’ll also learn the basics of safe canoe handling and paddling. *Must be at least 8 years of age or Year 3

Monday 30 September | West Lindfield Getaway

Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq Bus Departs 9am, Returns 2:30pm Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50 Total daily cost $95 per child ROLL UP! ROLL UP! Today we travel to Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq in Alexandria to enjoy trapeze training, bumper cars, target practice, 3D cinema, laser tag, arcade games and ten pin bowling!

Tuesday 1 October | St Ives Getaway

Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq Details and description same as above.

Tuesday 1 October | West Lindfield Getaway

Mountain Biking & Canoeing Details and description same as above.

Wednesday 2 October | St Ives Getaway

Australian Walkabout Wildlife Park Bus Departs 9am, Returns 3pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat. Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $94 per childA ranger-led adventure at Australia Walkabout Wildlife Park in Calga. We’ll go on an easy bush walk, discover fascinating creatures and try some fun Aboriginal activities - ochre face painting, making bush soap, finding bush tucker and bush medicine and learning to throw a boomerang.

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Wednesday 2 October | West Lindfield Getaway

Glenworth Valley 1.5hr Horse Riding Bus Departs 9:30am, Returns 3pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat. Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $141 per childWe’re off to Glenworth Valley to enjoy some guided horse riding. You’ll receive instruction on how to control and manage your specially selected horse and professional riders will accompany you on your ride. *Must be at least 7 years of age

Thursday 3 October | St Ives Getaway

Glenworth Valley 1.5hr Horse Riding Details and description same as above.

Thursday 3 October | West Lindfield Getaway

Australian Walkabout Wildlife Park Details and description same previous page.

Friday 4 October | Both Centres

Rabbitohs Training Session Bring Departs 9:45am. Return 3PM Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50 Total daily cost $96 per child Today we’ll have a training session with the South Sydney Rabbitohs at Turramurra Memorial Park. Take part in a football clinic with accredited NRL Coaches or join a cheerleading clinic with NRL Cheerleaders. All children will also receive a free Rabbitohs gift to take home!

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Monday 7 October | Both Centres

Labour Day public holiday – centres closed

Tuesday 8 October | Both Centres

Luna Park Bus Departs 9am, Returns 3pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat. Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $105 per childGet 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.

Wednesday 9 October | St Ives Getaway

Glenworth Valley Laser Skirmish & Team Challenge Bus Departs 8:30am, Returns 3pmBring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat. Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50Total daily cost $136 per childA fun-packed Laser Skirmish and Team Challenge at Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventure Centre. Wearing camouflage you’ll experience all the thrills of the bush with loads of places to hide and take cover. You’ll also join in team challenges such as volleyball, group ski, island swing, tug of war and river crossing. *Must be at least 7 years of age

Wednesday 9 October | West Lindfield Getaway

Sky Zone Bus Departs 9am, Returns 4pm Bring Morning tea, lunch, drinks, snacks, enclosed shoes and hat. Staff to child ratios 1:10 – Maximum places 50 Total daily cost $97 per child Bounce and flip off the walls at Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Alexandria! Jump into the foam pit or join in a game of trampoline dodgeball or basketball with your friends.

Thursday 10 October | St Ives Getaway

Sky Zone Details and description same as previous page.

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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 30/09/2019 to 11/10/2019.

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 30/09/2019 to 11/10/2019.

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 30/09/2019 to 11/10/2019.

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: vacationcare@kmc.nsw.gov.au

Thursday 10 October | West Lindfield Getaway

Glenworth Valley Laser Skirmish & Team Challenge Details and description same as previous page.

Friday 11 October | Both Centres

Rosman Cruise 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 $93 per childA special Rosman Cruise for our Getaway children. Boarding at Greenwich Point, we’ll explore Sydney Harbour’s Shark Island. Join in a scavenger hunt and try out the playground before we enjoy a scenic lunch at the beautiful waterfront park at Clifton Gardens.

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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!