Occasional Care for Children [6m - 5y old]
Benefits for Parents
- Ideal for parents who stay at home, and those who work or study part-time
- A small, intimate centre
- Friendly, personalised support from multilingual staff
- Affordable fees
- Opportunity to pursue personal interests, rest etc
- Chance to meet other parents and children in the area
Benefits for Children
- Multicultural program
- Intimate atmosphere provides a gentle introduction to childcare, pre-school and school
- Warm and caring qualified staff
- Activities aimed at developing socio-emotional, cognitive and physical skills
- Ideal for children whose first language is not English
Opening Times
Weekdays, 9am - 3pm. Parents can choose either a 4 hour session or a 6 hour session.
- 4 hour session (9am - 1pm)
- 6 hour session (9am - 3pm)
Maximum Size
Surry Hills Occasional Care caters for a maximum of 26 children per session.
Please bring (and label)
- 2-3 nappies
- bed sheet / cot sheet
- bib
- blanket
- hat
- juice / water
- lunch
- milk
- morning tea
- spare clothes
Bookings
Ring Occasional Childcare on the Childcare number above. Remember, spaces are limited.
Fees
NOTE: Concessions are available for low income families. Please ask to see if you qualify.
| Basis | 4hr Session | 6hr Session |
|---|---|---|
| Full Fee | $30 | $40 |
| Concession | $15 | $20 |
NOTE: A late pick-up fee of $5.00 applies for every 5 minutes after 3:00pm!
Long Day Care
In January 2009, when the new Surry Hills Library and Community Centre opens in Crown St, we will be extending our services to include Long Day Care. The details of this service are still being finalised, but you can register your interest in having your child or children participate in SHNC Long Day Care by clicking here and submitting an Expression of Interest form. By doing so, you will be helping us plan the service so that it meets the requirements of the local community.