Outside School Hours Care Definition, National Laws and Regulations
Outside school hours care (OSHC) services are usually located at or close to primary schools, providing care for primary school age children outside school hours and during school vacations. Education and care is also often provided on student free days. OSHC services may also be offered in locations such as community centres, halls, neighbourhood houses or recreation centres.
Outside school hours care services are centre-based education and care services operating under the National Quality Framework. Outside school hours care services must meet the requirements of:
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The Education and Care Services National Regulation and Law Act are available to be downloaded below.
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