Our story
The same great team behind Tuart Hill Baby and Child Care operate our wonderful after school care, before school care and vacation care programs at Tuart Hill Out of School Care, affectionately known as THOSC.
Tuart Hill Out of School Care is a unique family owned and operated business that has been providing high quality childcare since 2000. Joy has a Bachelor of Social Work together with a Diploma in Children’s Services and Anthony comes from a business background, together the brother and sister team have been an integral part of the Tuart Hill Community.
“We have created a home away from home environment where everyone is respected, and diversity is not only valued but embedded into the program.
“We have come from a family where respect is a priority not only towards individuals but the beautiful environment that surrounds us. We have accumulated knowledge and experience that only years of dedicated operation in a small business can bring which is extremely rare in the childcare industry. Tuart Hill Out of School Care is proud of its achievement it has Early Years Education and Care to hundreds of children and endless lasting relationships with families and the community since 2000.
Tuart Hill Out of School Care is now operating from a new location, this iconic building was built in 1914 and was an important meeting point for the community, it was the original St Kierans Church and School. Tuart Hill Out of School care has revived history after 100 years the premises has once again become alive with Early Years Education.
Our Philosophy
At Tuart Hill Out of School Care we provide children with quality care in a supportive, respectful, and friendly homely environment.
We strive to create a safe, healthy, happy, and accepting environment where children and families feel comfortable, valued, and respected as individuals. We believe every child should be given the opportunity to feel a strong sense of wellbeing and belonging in our service. We view cultural diversity and individuality as a privilege giving children the opportunity to learn and understand different cultures in our community.
We believe it is important to provide a stimulating, fun, and engaging educational program that encourages the development of life skills and gives children the opportunity to further develop and extend interests through play and leisure. We ensure that indoor and outdoor environments promote creativity, learning and development through a range of activities and experiences. We believe children should have respect for the environment and an understanding of sustainability.
We focus on positive relationships and work collaboratively with children, families, and the community in order to achieve quality outcomes for all children. Our service promotes positive leadership and management, continuity of Educators and Co-ordinators and has a commitment to continuous improvement.
Overall, our program incorporates the principles, practice and outcomes outlined in both My Time Our Place Framework for School Age Care in Australia and the National Quality Standards.
Our Educators
Our Beliefs
We Believe…
Every child is unique.
Every child has a natural desire to learn.
Parents/guardians are the most important caregivers for their children.
Early learning and care programs should provide positive and healthy environments for all children, including children who have special needs.
Children learn best when they are actively involved with people, materials, ideas and events.
All families should have equal access to our programs and services.
