Reliable outside school hours care (OSHC) designed around your family’s day
WHY LITTLE SCHOLARS
At Little Scholars, Our Before & After School Care and Vacation Care programs are run by experienced and qualified educators, ensuring your child is happy and cared for in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. Your child isn’t just waiting for you — they’re thriving!
A healthy breakfast and afternoon tea is included daily, and for Vacation Care days, lunch is also provided.
Safe, supervised transport to and from your school. No extra logistics.
First-aid trained. Anaphylaxis certified. Genuinely warm humans.
Government Child Care Subsidy applies. Use our calculator to see your rate. You could be receiving up to 90% subsidy on your fees
OUR PROGRAMS
A calm, nourishing start before the chaos of the school day.
They’ve worked hard all day. Now they get to decompress, eat a proper snack, and just be kids!
Themed days. Excursions. Chef-prepared lunches. Honestly, your child might enjoy the holidays more than you do.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
FRESH MEALS AND SNACKS INCLUDED
Our chefs prepare fresh, balanced meals and snacks daily. Everything is nut-free and caters to dietary requirements.
All our Before & After School Care and Vacation Care programs are CCS approved. That means the government helps cover the cost. Eligible families can receive up to 90% subsidy.
Use our quick calculator to see exactly what you'd pay.
CHILD SAFETY
Our safeguarding policies at Little Scholars are publicly available, reviewed regularly, and never negotiated.
OUR CAMPUSES
Our OSHC programs are available across Gold Coast, Brisbane, Ipswich and Redland Bay with courtesy bus pick-up from local schools.
Ashmore — Ashmore State School · Bellevue Park State School · Guardian Angels Catholic Primary
Burleigh — Caningeraba State School
Nerang — William Duncan State School · St Brigid’s Primary
Pacific Pines — Gaven State School · Jubilee Primary
Ormeau — Norfolk Village State School
Ormeau 2 — Norfolk Village State School
Ormeau Village — Ormeau State School · Mother Teresa Catholic Primary
Yatala — Windaroo State School · Norfolk Village State School · Rivermount College
Deception Bay — Moreton Downs State School · Deception Bay State School
Deception Bay North — Deception Bay North State School · Christ the King Catholic Primary
Redland Bay — St Rita’s Catholic Primary · Redland Bay State School
Redland Bay South — Redland Bay State School
Karalee — Karalee State School
Little Scholars offers dedicated Before & After School Care and Holiday Programs at many of our campuses. Our programs are run by experienced and highly qualified professionals, ensuring your child is cared for in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.
Our programs cover before and after school care, pupil-free days, and vacation care and are all part of the Child Care Subsidy (CCS). We provide air-conditioned courtesy buses that safely transport children to and from school. Each session is packed with a variety of structured and unstructured activities designed to entertain and inspire children.
We offer tasty, nutritious meals every day. Our healthy breakfast and afternoon tea are included daily, and for Vacation Care days, lunch is also provided. All meals are fresh, nut-free, and accommodate varying dietary needs.
Our qualified team members are police-checked and trained in first aid and anaphylaxis management. They create a safe, happy space where children can thrive, play, and build friendships.
Our Vacation Care runs during school holidays and features exciting outings, themed days, and chef-prepared meals. Children stay active and entertained with a wide range of age-appropriate activities and excursions, including visits to theme parks, museums, and parks.
Our Before & After School Care and Vacation Care programs are approved for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS). For fees and more information, please contact our enrolment officer at [email protected] or by calling 1800 896 139.
These programs are available at many Little Scholars campuses across Gold Coast, Brisbane, Redland Bay, and Ipswich, offering convenience for local families. These include:
For bookings or to learn more about our Before & After School Care and Vacation Care programs, please contact your local campus directly or call our enrolments officer on 1300 896 139.
Book a tour today and come see what we do - we'd love to meet your family.
Before school care starts from approximately 6:30am through to school drop-off. After school care runs from pick-up through to late afternoon. Exact hours vary by campus — contact your local team for specifics.
Yes. All our OSHC programs are CCS-approved. Depending on your household income and hours of work or study, you may be eligible for up to 90% subsidy. Use our CCS Calculator or call our enrolments team.
Yes — healthy breakfast and afternoon tea daily, plus lunch on vacation care days. Our kitchen is entirely nut-free and we cater for a wide range of dietary requirements. Just let us know at enrolment.
Children from neighbouring schools are absolutely welcome. Our bus routes cover multiple schools per campus — contact your nearest campus to check if we can accommodate your pick-up.
All educators hold current Working with Children checks, first-aid certification, and anaphylaxis training.
Our Child Safeguarding Policy is published on our website. We’d love to walk you through it on a tour.
A mix of structured and free play — sports, arts & crafts, science, cooking, yoga, dance, outdoor exploration, and quiet time for homework or reading. We keep it varied so there’s always something your child is excited about.
Our Before & After School Care programs operate during school terms, covering early mornings before school, afternoons after school, pupil-free days, and holiday periods. Please contact your local campus for specific hours at your desired location on the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Redland Bay, or Ipswich.
Yes! We provide healthy breakfast and afternoon tea daily, with lunch included on Vacation Care days. All meals are freshly prepared, nut-free, and cater to dietary requirements.
It is our core responsibility to ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All educators are highly qualified, police-checked, and trained in first aid and anaphylaxis management. We ensure a safe, nurturing, and happy environment for your children at every campus. You can view our Child Safeguarding policy and ou Child Safety and Wellbeing guide here.
Yes, our programs are CCS-approved. To learn more about fees and subsidy eligibility, please contact our enrolment officer.
Absolutely. Children from neighbouring schools are welcome to join our Before & After School Care and Vacation Care programs, giving them great opportunities to socialise and participate in fun activities.
We offer a wide range of structured and unstructured age-appropriate activities, including sports, arts and crafts, science, cooking, games, and excursions during school holidays. Outings and excursions are a key feature of our holiday program.
Please contact our enrolments officer on 1300 896 139 or your nearest Little Scholars campus directly to inquire about bookings, availability, and program details.
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Let us hold your hand and help looking for a child care centre. Leave your details with us and we’ll be in contact to arrange a time for a ‘Campus Tour’ and we will answer any questions you might have!
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