Vacation Care
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Booking requests will not be confirmed unless a completed and signed copy has been received by us.
Vacation Care Information
Our vacation care program is only open to students attending Currumbin State School who are enrolled with Currumbin Kids Club. Our program is typically released around Week 8 of each term. When our vacation care program is released, we will take booking requests made through parent's/carer's Xplor Home app during that time. Booking requests made prior to the program's release will be rejected. Complete both steps to make Vacation Care bookings:
1.) Submit your booking requests via your Xplor Home app. Write "VC" in the comments section.
2.) Complete and sign a Vacation Care Permission form.
*We must be received your signed form before we can consider any booking requests (based on Priority of Access Guidelines and vacancy of day(s) requested).
Though there are many options available, here are some free apps you can use to electronically complete and sign your vacation care permission form:
- Small PDF online editor for desktop or mobile (https://smallpdf.com/sign-pdf#r=app): No download required. Upload the permission form, click in the spots you need to complete and select "Text" or "Sign" options to complete the form. When completed, select "Finish & Sign" and your signed form will be downloaded.
- Adobe Acrobat mobile app: Download app via your mobile's app store. Open your document and use the text and sign options at the bottom of your screen.
- Foxit PDF Reader for desktops: Free download. Use the Fill & Sign tab to complete your form.
- If you are unable to e-sign, but have a printer, you can also print and scan or take a photo of your signed permission form.
- Paper copies will also be available at the centre.
*Email your electronically signed PDF copy or scan/photo of the Vacation Care Permission Form to admin@currumbinkidsclub.com.au
Vacation Care Cancellation Policy
Cancellation of bookings for Vacation Care must be made with 7 days' notice prior to the start of the Vacation Care period or a fee, equal to the fee for that session will apply unless otherwised advised. The cancellation date is clearly stated on the front page of the Vacation Care program, on the permission form and in communications with families. *Mark your child absent in the Xplor Home app before the final cancellation date and we will remove the bookings; alternatively send us an email.
* The final cancellation date for the September 2024 Vacation Care period to avoid fees is: 9th September 2024.
A copy of our vacation care program calendar will be uploaded here:
For all vacation care days, please:
- Pack morning tea and lunch (and a few extra snacks since it can be a long day of play)
- Bring a water bottle
-Wear appropriate clothing for safe play:
- SunSmart clothing (sleeved tops, shorts or pants recommended; jumper for cooler days)
- Closed-in shoes, appropriate for play
- An extra change of clothes just in case
- Sunscreen, if you prefer your child uses their own
Please do not:
-Wear singlets, cropped shirts, thongs or sandals. (You may be refused at drop-off and requested to have your child come back in appropriate attire)
-Pack food that needs to be heated.
Food allergies and anaphylaxis are present at our centre. Please be mindful and do not bring food containing nut and nut products. Children are not to share food with others. Other allergies to be mindful of, but not banned, cocoa, eggs, soy and dairy.
We will provide:
-Breakfast between 6:30am to 8:00am
-Afternoon tea around 3:00pm (see menu)
- Sunscreen
Important Information for Parents and Carers
Centre Information: Currumbin Kids Club operates during the school holidays from 6:30am – 6:00pm. Our program offers a variety of activities and experiences, all of which are designed to enhance and develop each child’s skills and abilities. We want to provide every child with a safe, nurturing, and fun environment; therefore, we have a zero tolerance towards bullying. Please refer to our Bullying and Behaviour Management Policy for further information.
Fees: The daily fee for Vacation care is $68.00 per child per day, this amount is eligible for the governments Child Care Subsidy (CSS). Additional costs associated with incursions or excursions will be added onto the daily fee as stated on the Vacation Care Program. This amount will receive the Child Care Subsidy. Any Late fees, Non-Cancellation Fees and Ad-Hocs are not eligible for the Child Care subsidy. If you are unsure about your entitlement to the Child Care Subsidy, please contact the Family Assistance Office on 136 150.
Childcare Subsidy (CCS): Please be aware of both your CCS percentage coverage and forntightly entitlement hours. One session day of Vacation Care equates to 11.5 hours toward your fortnightly hours. Regardless if your child attends less than the full day; CCS is applied by the session. If you run out of hours, CCS entitlements will not apply to the remainder of your bookings until the next fortnightly period. (*e.g. If you have concerns, please send an email to discuss).
Educator to Child Ratios: The National Quality Framework (NQF) sets out the minimum qualification and educator to child ratio requirements for children’s education and care services. Minimum ratios also vary based on activity and whether we are on-site or away on excursion. Total daily bookings accepted is based on Educator availability and activity type to ensure safety off all children in our care.
Current Users of Currumbin Kids Club: Use the Xplor Home app to make a Booking Request. Select the day(s) and child/ren attending, and tick the All Day box and write Vacation Care in the comment box. To attend the vacation care program, you must have a booking. We will not accept walk-in arrivals. If you do not have a booking and you need your child/ren to attend a particular day, last minute, you will need to call the service during our operating hours to see if we have any cancellations or room for them. This is particularly imperative for excursion days as the buses have a limited number of seats. However, it is important for every day of vacation care.
*New Preps (2025): Whilst new Preps can join Vacation Care in January, please note that places are limited on incursion days. Additionally, for safety reasons, Preps will not be able to attend our Excursion days during January, so families will need to make alternative care arrangements for these days. Program: Our Program has a combination of excursions and incursions as well as standard days at the centre. We ensure our program is inclusive of all children and their various abilities. All activities are accompanied by risk assessments that can be supplied upon request.
Food Information: Currumbin Kids Club will provide all children with a nutritional breakfast (up until 8am) and afternoon tea. It is the parent/carer’s responsibility to pack a lunchbox with morning tea, lunch, and snacks. Please ensure your child has a substantial amount of food as our program is more physical and longer than a typical school day. This lunch should consist of standard healthy foods that you would give your child on a school day i.e., food that does not require heating or kitchen preparation. Your child must also have their own clearly labelled drink bottle, especially on excursion days as water may not always be available. If your child/ren have any dietary requirements or any allergies/food sensitivity you will need to meet with the service’s co-ordinator regarding risk minimisation.
Clothing: Please ensure that your child/ren bring a SunSmart hat, as we are outside a lot, and this is particularly important in maintaining a Sun Safe Centre. We have a ‘No Hat, Shade Play’ Policy and any child/ren without a hat will be asked to remain in undercover areas. All children must wear suitable footwear. Sneakers, runners, or any other type of closed in shoes are acceptable. You may also wish to pack an extra change of clothes (shirt, shorts, underwear, and socks) for your child/ren in the event of wet weather or other situations.
Fees: The daily fee for Vacation care is $68.00 per child per day, this amount is eligible for the governments Child Care Subsidy (CSS). Additional costs associated with incursions or excursions will be added onto the daily fee as stated on the Vacation Care Program. This amount will receive the Child Care Subsidy. Any Late fees, Non-Cancellation Fees and Ad-Hocs are not eligible for the Child Care subsidy. If you are unsure about your entitlement to the Child Care Subsidy, please contact the Family Assistance Office on 136 150.
Childcare Subsidy (CCS): Please be aware of both your CCS percentage coverage and forntightly entitlement hours. One session day of Vacation Care equates to 11.5 hours toward your fortnightly hours. Regardless if your child attends less than the full day; CCS is applied by the session. If you run out of hours, CCS entitlements will not apply to the remainder of your bookings until the next fortnightly period. (*e.g. If you have concerns, please send an email to discuss).
Educator to Child Ratios: The National Quality Framework (NQF) sets out the minimum qualification and educator to child ratio requirements for children’s education and care services. Minimum ratios also vary based on activity and whether we are on-site or away on excursion. Total daily bookings accepted is based on Educator availability and activity type to ensure safety off all children in our care.
Current Users of Currumbin Kids Club: Use the Xplor Home app to make a Booking Request. Select the day(s) and child/ren attending, and tick the All Day box and write Vacation Care in the comment box. To attend the vacation care program, you must have a booking. We will not accept walk-in arrivals. If you do not have a booking and you need your child/ren to attend a particular day, last minute, you will need to call the service during our operating hours to see if we have any cancellations or room for them. This is particularly imperative for excursion days as the buses have a limited number of seats. However, it is important for every day of vacation care.
*New Preps (2025): Whilst new Preps can join Vacation Care in January, please note that places are limited on incursion days. Additionally, for safety reasons, Preps will not be able to attend our Excursion days during January, so families will need to make alternative care arrangements for these days. Program: Our Program has a combination of excursions and incursions as well as standard days at the centre. We ensure our program is inclusive of all children and their various abilities. All activities are accompanied by risk assessments that can be supplied upon request.
Food Information: Currumbin Kids Club will provide all children with a nutritional breakfast (up until 8am) and afternoon tea. It is the parent/carer’s responsibility to pack a lunchbox with morning tea, lunch, and snacks. Please ensure your child has a substantial amount of food as our program is more physical and longer than a typical school day. This lunch should consist of standard healthy foods that you would give your child on a school day i.e., food that does not require heating or kitchen preparation. Your child must also have their own clearly labelled drink bottle, especially on excursion days as water may not always be available. If your child/ren have any dietary requirements or any allergies/food sensitivity you will need to meet with the service’s co-ordinator regarding risk minimisation.
Clothing: Please ensure that your child/ren bring a SunSmart hat, as we are outside a lot, and this is particularly important in maintaining a Sun Safe Centre. We have a ‘No Hat, Shade Play’ Policy and any child/ren without a hat will be asked to remain in undercover areas. All children must wear suitable footwear. Sneakers, runners, or any other type of closed in shoes are acceptable. You may also wish to pack an extra change of clothes (shirt, shorts, underwear, and socks) for your child/ren in the event of wet weather or other situations.