Waabiny, our Out of School Hours Care program, takes its name from the Noongar word meaning play or play time – a perfect reflection of the joyful and relaxed rhythm we aim to create for school-aged children.
Please Note: Our Waabiny OSHC program is a place where children feel at home – but places are in high demand. If you’re thinking about care for your child, we encourage you to join our waitlist as soon as possible to give yourself the best chance of securing a place in the future.
Located on the Mater Christi school grounds, just next to our Early Learning centre, Waabiny offers:
• Before school care
• After school care
• Vacation care during school holidays and pupil-free days
Our space is designed to feel like a natural extension of home – calm, inclusive, and fun. Children are supported to unwind after a school day, engage in leisure and outdoor play, build friendships, and follow their own interests through self-chosen experiences.
Our educators work alongside the children to co-create a flexible, responsive program. Everything is guided by their voices, ideas, and changing needs – observed, reflected on, and adapted regularly. We welcome input from families too, and invite you to be part of special cultural or community events whenever you can.
While we’re happy to offer support with homework when requested, we also honour the need for children to simply be – to slow down, move their bodies, and connect through games, creativity, or outdoor exploration.
Each school holiday, our Vacation Care program offers something new. We draw inspiration from seasonal changes, local events, and the evolving energy of our children to plan enriching, play-based days that feel different to the school term – because holidays should feel like holidays.
Looking for flexible, caring school-age care?
We’d love to show you around Waabiny.
Enquire now or get in touch to learn more about our OSHC availability, fees, or program details.