Upper Mt Gravatt OSHC

Location

YMCA Upper Mt Gravatt OSHC is situated at Upper Mt Gravatt State Primary School.  The YMCA of Brisbane commenced management of the Upper Mt Gravatt service in 2003.  Our room is situated close to the oval and is best accessed via the Carson Lane carpark - look out for the big YMCA sign.

Staff

The Upper Mt Gravatt OSHC staff team is comprised of a permanent Coordinator, Anke, and a number of dedicated casual Assistants.  All staff hold a current Blue Card and First Aid Certificate.  Most team members hold or are studying towards a childcare, education or sport and recreation qualification.  All staff have participated in the YMCA of Brisbane's Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy training.  YMCA OSHC staff understand the need to be caring and professional at all times while maintaining a sense of fun. 

Licensing

The Office for Early Childhood Education and Care have licensed YMCA Upper Mt Gravatt OSHC for 59 children.

Quality Assurance

YMCA Upper Mt Gravatt OSHC is accredited by the National Childcare Accreditation Council.  Click here to view a copy of our Quality Profile.

Activity Program

Click here to view a sample Program.

Active After School

Upper Mt Gravatt is one of many YMCA OSHC services who participate in the Active After School Communities project implemented by the Australian Sports Commission.  The Active After School project gives services the opportunity to contract outside providers to deliver instruction to the children encouraging them to participate in physically active games and sports.  Upper Mt Gravatt OSHC generally integrates two Active After School sessions into the weekly program.

Meals

Tasty and nutritious snacks are provided by YMCA Upper Mt Gravatt OSHC for breakfast and afternoon tea.  YMCA OSHC services follow the Smart Choices (Healthy Food and Drink Supply Strategy for Queensland Schools) guidelines when planning and preparing meals and cooking experiences.  During Vacation Care children should bring their morning tea, lunch and drink bottle.  Click here to view a sample Menu.

Contact Us

Families interested in attending YMCA Upper Mt Gravatt OSHC should contact the Coordinator to arrange a suitable time to visit and tour the service.     

  • Phone: 07 3343 8244
  • Fax: 07 3343 7188
  • Mobile: 0419 522 663
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