Amaze Active Outside School Hours Care Ltd

Amaze Active Outside School Hours Care Ltd (Amaze)has a proven history of providing high quality OSHC services. We have five services in southeast Queensland with one service in Brisbane, one on the Gold Coast and three services in the Logan area. Amaze programs trade under Our Patch OSHC. Purpose: Amaze is committed to providing highquality outside school hours care, ensuring a safe, enriching, and supportive environment for children during the critical hours outside regular school times. 1. Enrichment Activities: The charity organizes a range of enrichment activities to engage children in meaningful and educational experiences. 2. Homework Assistance: Recognizing the importance of academic support, our programs offers dedicated homework assistance which also supports our working families to ensure at home parents and children have quality time together. 3. Nutritional Support: The program ensures that children receive nutritious snacks and meals during their time in before and afterschool care. Collaborating with local providers and under the Panosh guidelines, menus are carefully adapted using the traffic light system to promote healthy eating habits to contribute to the overall wellbeing of the children. 4. Social and Emotional Learning (SEL): To support the social and emotional development of children, the charity integrates SEL programs into its curriculum. Activities and discussions focus on building resilience, empathy, and effective communication skills. 5. Community Engagement: Amaze actively involves parents, caregivers, and the local community in its programs. Impact and Achievements: 1. Improved confidence and leadership: Attendance at our outside school hours programs, promotes social and emotional confidence. 2. Improved Academic Performance: Through targeted homework assistance, children in the program show improvement in their academic performance, with increased confidence in their abilities. 3. Healthier Lifestyles: Nutritional support contributes to improved eating habits among participants, leading to better overall health and wellbeing. 4. Enhanced Social Skills: The incorporation of SEL programs results in children developing strong social skills, forming positive relationships with peers, and exhibiting increased emotional intelligence. 5. Community Integration: Amaze becomes an integral part of the community, fostering a sense of belonging among children and their families. 6. Parental Satisfaction: Regular communication and involvement of parents in the programs result in higher levels of satisfaction and confidence in the care provided by the charity. In summary, Amaze s programs successfully contribute to achieving its purpose of providing enriching, safe, and supportive care for children during the crucial hours outside of regular school times. The holistic approach ensures not only academic support but also addresses the social, emotional, and nutritional needs of the participating children.