WELCOME TO PEMBROKE SCHOOL OSHC
Work commitments and school hours rarely align – that's where OSHC comes in!
YMCA OSHC provides a safe, fun, and stimulating place for children before / after school hours as well as Vacation Care during school holidays.
YMCA Pembroke OSHC has achieved an overall rating of Meeting in the National Quality Standards.
Where to find us
You can find us at the back section of the 51 Park Road building, the entrance is on the Walsall Street side.
Service Philosophy
At YMCA Pembroke School OSHC, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where all children feel a strong sense of belonging, wellbeing, and respect. The safety, health, and supervision of children is our highest priority, and we ensure that all experiences are delivered within a secure and supportive setting where children are actively supervised, protected, and able to engage with confidence.
We recognise children as capable, resourceful, and active participants in their own learning, valuing their voices, identities, and lived experiences. Guided by the principles of My Time, Our Place, we provide a welcoming space where children of all ages can relax, connect, and thrive. Through play based and child led experiences, children are supported to explore their interests, build confidence, and develop independence, while fostering their physical, social, emotional, and intellectual wellbeing.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, equitable, and responsive to all children and families. We honour and respect cultural identities, perspectives, and traditions, embedding opportunities for children to learn about and from one another, and to develop understanding, empathy, and respect for diversity in all its forms.
Our program is responsive to the interests, strengths, and needs of children and families, providing rich and meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. We prioritise the development of positive, respectful, and trusting relationships, empowering children to build social competence, resilience, and leadership skills within a supportive community.
We believe every child has the right to equitable opportunities and experiences, free from bias, stereotypes, or limitation. Through intentional practice, we support children to become confident, connected, and active citizens who feel valued for who they are and empowered to contribute to their world.
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What to Expect at YMCA OSHC
As a community-based not-for-profit, the Y is recognised as a leading provider of OSHC services in South Australia, well known for:
We seek high quality, experienced and passionate Educators which actively contribute to the quality of OSHC programming and an enjoyable experience for students. Lead by the OSHC Director, Educators provide an environment that will challenge, stimulate and support each child on an individual level.
Bookings can be completed online, on the App or over the phone. In addition to utilising the latest technology to manage bookings, our friendly Customer Support Team is available over the phone Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm.
YMCA OSHC has the right mix of physical activity, intellectual stimulation and rest keeping children wanting to come back. We also pride ourselves in delivering the best Vacation Care program in South Australia.
We source our food from within the local community using markets and other local food co-ops if available within the area. Healthy and nutritious breakfasts, snack and afternoon tea are always available for students.
Service Enrolment
New to OSHC? Before making an OSHC or Vacation Care booking you need to enrol into the OSHC service. Get started in 3 easy steps!
- Enrol in the service: Click the below 'Enrol Online' button and complete the enrolment form. Once the enrolment is approved (may take 1 business day to process), you will receive a welcome email prompting the next two steps.
- Activate your Xplor Account & Download the Xplor Home App: Instructions can be found in the welcome email.
- Book Your Sessions: Use the Xplor Home App to book your OSHC or vacation care sessions. By default bookings are casual, so if you wish to make a permanent booking be sure to add that to the booking 'Comment' box. Once a booking is confirmed you will receive an in-App notification. Detailed instructions for booking a sessions can be found below.
If you have any issues please contact the Customer Support Team on 08 8200 2516.
Xplor Home Parent Guide Download
See the PDF download for a quick and easy guide of the Xplor Home app.
Bookings & Accounts
YMCA OSHC uses the best available childcare software solution called Xplor, making day-to-day OSHC management and bookings simple and convenient. Download the Xplor Home App from Google Play or the App Store!
Using the Xplor Home App
Navigate to the 'Bookings' tab, select a day, start a new booking (top right), select the child and booking type, repeat the process for additional bookings, then checkout (click the pram in the top right corner).
*Only students enrolled into the service and an activated Xplor account can use the Xplor Home App for bookings. Email the OSHC Support Team if you need the Xplor activation email resent.
CLICK HERE for the step-by-step Parent Guide to Xplor.
OSHC Support Team
If you are unable to book via the App, contact the OSHC Support Team by Email or call us on 08 8200 2516.
Fees
YMCA South Australia in partnership with the School Council sets the daily fee on an annual basis. Once a child is enrolled, families and carers can contact Family Assistance with the service’s provider number to determine their eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy. This is used to determine a families discounted fee, usually between 50-85%. As a guide 95% of OSHC families receive 50% or more subsidy off the standard rate.
| Service | Fee | After Subsidy* |
|---|---|---|
| Before School Care | $22.80 | $3.10 - $10.50 |
| After School Care | $41.20 | $5.70 - $19.00 |
| Vacation Care (In House) | $86.90 | $16.15 - $40.00 |
| Vacation Care (Incursion / Excursion) | $108.60 | $15.00 - $50.00 |
| Pupil Free Day | $86.90 | $16.15 - $40.00 |
| Casual Booking Fee | $3.00 | |
| Hat Fee (once off) | $15.00 |
*Typical fee after subsidy is applied
All fees are paid via direct debit. A direct debit authorisation must be completed prior to using the service. Direct debit is paid via a bank account or credit card. Paying by a Visa credit card incurs a 1.70% surcharge and with a Mastercard incurs a 4% surcharge.
A $3.00 casual surcharge is applied for before/after school care bookings made with less than 48 hours of care being provided. A $3.00 casual surcharge is applied to Vacation Care bookings made after the date, listed in the Important Information on each program.
A $10 non-notification will be charged when a child fails to turn up at a meeting point and it is the responsibility of the staff to locate the child.
You can access your statements and live balance information at any time on the Xplor Home App.
Before/After School Care: Cancellations received up to 48 hours prior to care receive a full refund. Cancellation received with less than 48 hours are charged full fee.
Vacation Care: Cancellation received with 2 weeks' notice before the booking date will receive a full refund. Cancellations received outside of these two weeks will be charged full fee.
Vacation Care
Our Vacation Care programs encourage children to be involved in a variety of fun and exciting activities, including art, craft, cooking, sport, dance, and drama. Children also go on excursions to exciting destinations. All bookings will be open once the program is released, which is on Monday week six of every term.
We will be closed from Monday 21 December to Friday 1 January inclusive. We will re-open on Monday 4 January 2027.
The quickest and easiest way to book Vacation Care sessions is through the Xplor Home App. However to use the app, you must already be enroled in the service (see Enrolment Section on this page if not) and have an activated Xplor account (email the OSHC Support Team if you need the activation email resent).
Using the Xplor Home App
CLICK HERE for the step-by-step Parent Guide to Xplor.
OSHC Support Team
If you are unable to book via the App, contact the OSHC Support Team by Email or call us on 08 8200 2516.
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