Food and Nutrition

YMCA OSHC services are a peanut/tree nut free zone. It is requested that food bought from home does not contain nuts as a number of the children attending have severe allergies.

YMCA OSHC services adhere to the Smart Choices guidelines established by the Department of Education, Training and the Arts.  We encourage and promote the health and wellbeing of children through a healthy, nutritious, culturally diverse diet and, in particular, through providing positive learning experiences during meal/snack times where good nutritional foods and habits are developed in a happy, social environment.  Families are encouraged to participate in this approach to nutrition for their children by packing healthy meals and snacks.

YMCA OSHC provides breakfast and afternoon tea for the children during Before School, After School and Vacation Care.  Each service displays their daily menu in the kitchen.  Families should feel free to discuss any comments, concerns or feedback they may have regarding food and nutrition with the Coordinator.