Nicholson Street runs several programmes for children. Our Occasional Childcare service and 3 Year Old Activity Groups are designed for pre-kindergaten children, while our highly successful Kids Art programme is aimed at children from 5 to 12.

From time to time we programme other children's programmes, often during the school holidays.

No NSCH programmes run during the Christmas school holiday period.

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• Kids' Programmes Brochure 2010 [94 KB]

Occasional Childcare

Nicholson Street Community House is licensed by the Department of Human Services to operate an Occasional Childcare Centre. We offer a quality childcare programme for children aged 0 - 5 years in a small group setting.

Children are cared for by qualified and trained staff and are able to enjoy a wide range of age-appropriate play experiences.

We welcome parents to visit our Centre at any time to meet our staff and find out more about the programme. Please contact the office for an appointment.

Session times for 2010 are: MON, TUES,WED THURS 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Bookings can be made on a casual basis, or for up to 10 weeks at a time.

A reduced Childcare Service - usually two sessions per week - operates during the school holidays, excluding the Christmas holidays.

Childcare Fees

For casual users, fees are charged on a sessional basis and are payable at each session your child attends. For long-term bookings, fees are charged on a term basis and payable at the beginning of the term.

Fees for 2010 are:

Full Fee:

• 1 child = $18
• 2 children = $27
• 3 children = $36

Concession Fee:

• 1 child = $ 15
• 2 children = $23
• 3 children = $30

Concession fees apply to Healthcare Card holders and students taking classes at Nicholson Street Community House.

Fees are charged and collected in accordance with the House Fee Policy. A copy of this policy is available on request.

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• Occasional Childcare Information for Parents [204 KB]
• Booking Form 2010 [91 KB]
• OCC Enrolment Form 2010 [154 KB]

3 Year Old Activity Group

This group caters exclusively to children aged 3 - 4 years. A variety of age-appropriate activities are offered each week in a small group setting (13 children) with two workers.

The programme is offered on a term-by-term basis and new enrolments are welcomed, space permitting.

Session times: MONDAY & TUESDAY 1 pm - 4 pm

3 Year Old Activity Group Fees

Fees are charged on a by-term basis and are payable at the beginning of each term. The fee is $16 per week for 1 session or $28 per week for 2 sessions. Payment arrangements are available.

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• Occasional Childcare Information for Parents [204 KB]
• Booking Form 2010 [91 KB]
• OCC Enrolment Form 2010 [154 KB]

Kids Art

A wonderful, creative programme for children aged 5 - 12 years. Children enjoy a variety of art and craft activities under the guidance of a professional artist.

All class materials are provided.

Classes are held on Saturday mornings during school terms between 10 am - 12 noon.

Please contact us for exact term dates and fees. (Prior enrolment is essential.)

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• General Enrolment Form 2010 [103 KB]