THE OUTSIDERS OSHC
The Outsiders Play Advocates (TOPA) is dedicated to providing a community based and playwork inspired OSHC option for schools who need to, or wish to, outsource the running of their Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) program. We aim to reduce the gap or disconnect between privately owned OSHC’s and school communities so that a more open, communicative and supportive environment is created, an environment where children can thrive through their early school years. At the same time, we hope to give children the greatest and widest opportunities for play that we can afford.
TOPA, as it would suggest in our name, value play, and focus on providing endless opportunities for children in our care. We see our role as to provide a space where children can explore, find safety, create, challenge themselves, grow, learn, overcome frustration, develop resilience through intrinsically motivated, personally directed and free chosen play. TOPA will provide highly trained and knowledgeable staff to help support children in the creation of a space that is for them, and therefore can act as a second home.
TOPA WILL PROVIDE AN OSHC SERVICE THAT IS INSPIRED, AT ITS CORE, BY PLAY, COMMUNITY, AND THE VALUES THEY PROMOTE.
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Welcome Outsiders OSHC Cannon Hill!
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Click HERE for the enrolment form!
Click HERE for the OWNA Cheat Sheet
The Outsiders Play Advocates are delighted to introduce ourselves as the new Approved Provider for the management of the OSHC for Cannon Hill State School. We look forward to meeting many of your soon, sharing our passion for play and becoming an integral part of the school community! We have put together some preliminary information for your interested and convenience…
Outsiders OSHC - Cannon Hill Opening Hours & Fees
| Session | Opening Hours | Fee | Out of Pocket**
| Before School Care | 6:30 AM – 8:55 AM | $21 | $2.10
| After School Care | 2:55 PM – 6:00 PM | $26 | $2.60
| Vacation Care | 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM | $65 | $6.50
**(After max CCS rebate of 90%)
FAQ
Q: Will my current OSHC Enrolment with Helping Hands continue with Outsiders OSHC – Cannon Hill SS?
A: No. Families who have an active enrolment with the current Helping Hands OSHC will not have their enrolment information transferred to Outsiders OSHC – Cannon Hill SS. This includes current sessions of care, CCS enrolments, medical information, emergency contact information and service permissions.
Q: How do I enrol with the new Outsiders OSHC – Cannon Hill SS?
A: To enrol with Outsiders OSHC – Cannon Hill SS, simply click on the enrolment link above and complete the steps.
Once enrolled, please download the OWNA app to manage your account moving forward. Click HERE to find a cheat sheet for families to help them navigate and become familiar with the App and software. Should you encounter any issues during enrolment, please don’t hesitate to contact us at: cannonhilloshc@topa.au
Q: Does it cost to enrol?
A: No. It is free to enrol and we encourage all families, even those who may only require care on a casual basis, to enrol. This allows for families to book last minute care if required. Casual families will not be penalised for booking last minute. All sessions of care for permanent or casual care, incur the same session fee.
Q: Will CCS be applied to my enrolment with Outsiders OSHC – Cannon Hill SS?
A: Yes. As with all Service Transfers, approval from the Australian Government’s Department of Education is required for CCS purposes. This approval process has already commenced with the Department of Education and we are confident that this approval will be granted prior to the operation of the service on the 16/09/2024. However, in some rare cases, CCS approval may not be granted until after the commencement of operation. We will continue to keep families informed of the process as information becomes available.
Q: When will The Outsiders begin operation at the service?
A: The Outsiders will commence service operation on Monday the 16/09/2024 to begin the September Vacation Care period.
Q: When will I be able to book in for the September Vacation Care period?
A: The September Vacation Care period will commence from the 16/09/2024. Families who have completed an enrolment form with us will receive a Vacation Care program 4 weeks prior to the start of the September holidays. Vacation Care bookings will go live from Monday the 19/08/2024 via the OWNA App.
Q: Do The Outsiders provide food during sessions of care?
A: Yes. All sessions of care will provide a healthy and nutritious food option for children. This includes afternoon tea for ASC, breakfast for BSC and morning tea and afternoon tea for VAC.
Q: Will there be a change to the number of licensed places with Outsiders OSHC – Cannon Hill SS?
A: No. During the transfer process, we have sought approval from The Department of Education to maintain the current license of 100 children.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to email us on: cannonhilloshc@topa.au
In the mean time if you would like to check out what The Outsiders OSHC and Consultancy have been up to please click HERE to view our Facebook page.
We look very forward to meeting you and becoming a part of the Cannon Hill Community!
Key Dates:
Wednesday 24th of July: Meet & Greet out the front of Cannon Hill SS.
We will be out the front of the school main entrance from 7:00am – 8:30am to meet the community and answer any questions you may have. Please come by to say hi!
Monday the 12th of August: Parent Information Session at Cannon Hill State School.
We will be conducting a 9:15am and 6:00pm session on this date. We encourage all interested families to join us. Please note you are welcome to bring your children along. We will have volunteer staff to assist with supervising children. This will be a great chance for the directors of TOPA, as well as the on-floor staff to meet and engage with the community we will be serving.
Monday the 19th of August: Vacation Care Program and Bookings Open
Our very first Vacation Care program will be released. This will allow families 4 weeks to book their children in for Vacation Care days. Families must be enrolled to receive the Vacation Care Program and to be able to book required days.
Monday the 16th of September: Service Opening
Service will officially open and care will commence.
OUTSIDERS OSHC
BEERBURRUM SS
Service Manager: Joshua Tueta
Address: 8 Beerburrum Road Beerburrum QLD 4517
Contact: 0461 498 658
Email: beerburrumoshc@topa.au
Beerburrum State School Opening Hours & Fees
| Session | Opening Hours | Fee | Out of Pocket**
| Before School Care | 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM | $24 | $2.40
| After School Care | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM | $33 | $3.30
| Vacation Care | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM | $75 | $7.50
**(After max CCS rebate of 90%)
OUTSIDERS OSHC
REDLANDS COLLEGE
Service Manager: Riley Coker
Address: 38 Anson Road, Wellington Point QLD 4160
Contact: 0455 337 463
Email: redlandscollegeoshc@topa.au
Redlands College Opening Hours & Fees
| Session | Opening Hours | Fee | Out of Pocket**
| Before School Care | 6:30 AM – 8:30 AM | $24 | $2.40
| After School Care | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM | $33 | $3.30
| Vacation Care | 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM | $79 | $7.90
**(After max CCS rebate of 90%)
TESTIMONIALS
“The Outsiders have been organising our OSHC program since the beginning of January 2023. The program has grown in this time due to the well-structured and exciting program. The children in the program thoroughly enjoy their experiences and parents are thrilled to know their children are engaged in such worthwhile activities whilst being well cared for and supported. The Outsiders work closely with the school to maintain our school culture and standards. Thank you, Outsiders.”
Barb Farley. Head of Junior School Redlands College
Partner with The Outsiders for Quality Care and Play Opportunities
The Outsiders are dedicated to providing school communities with high quality, professional and community focused care, as well as a high quality, affordance rich, play environments and opportunities.
Contact us below if you are interested in partnering with The Outsiders to improve the play opportunities for the children within your community.
