Woden Community Service (WCS) provides quality before school, after school and school holiday programs for children in Preschool to Year 6 at Margaret Hendry School, in Taylor.
We believe that each child has unique interests, strengths and abilities. We understand that children are capable and active contributors to their learning and have created an environment that supports growth, learning and development. Our program offers flexible indoor and outdoor experiences that help support and foster the different needs of children. Our educators aim to develop secure, respectful relationships with children and their families, to encourage a sense of belonging in our service. We also encourage children to develop positive peer relationships that foster their sense of well-being at the service.
Before School Care
We serve a nutritious breakfast and offer inside and outdoor activities to engage your child’s brain as they start their day.
The program operates out of the school hall. Our educators escort children in Preschool and Kindergarten to their classroom, while all other children make their own way to their room.
After School Care
We serve a nutritious snack for afternoon tea and offer an inclusive environment with a focus on building children’s social skills, resilience and sustainability. Children can participate in leisure and recreation activities such as art, games, gardening, cooking, drama and more.
The program operates out of the school hall. Our educators escort children in Preschool and Kindergarten from their classroom to the hall.
School Holiday Program
Our service at Margaret Hendry provides a school holiday program for children in Preschool to Year 6. During school holidays, we provide a blend of excursions, incursions and in-service activities. This caters for all families and mimics a home like environment. We serve a nutritious snack for afternoon tea and ask families to provide morning tea and lunch for their child.
The educational program and list of activities offered are available on the Monday of week 6 of each school term.
Bookings for Summer 2024/2025 School Holiday Program open at 10am on Monday 18th November 2024. |
Location, hours and contacts
100 Sutherland Cres, Taylor
| Service | Hours | Location | Contact |
| Before School Care | 7am to 9am, Mon to Fri* | Community Hub | 0436 816 250 |
| After School Care | 3pm to 6pm, Mon to Fri* | ||
| School Holiday Program | 7am to 6pm, Mon to Fri# |
* Monday to Friday, ACT school terms, excluding public holidays
# Monday to Friday, ACT school holidays
Fees
Out of School Hours Care fees | Permanent | Casual |
After School Care | $40.00 | $45.00 |
Before School Care | $27.50 | $31.00 |
School Holiday Program | ||
Late Fee | $20 per every 15 minutes or part thereof, per child | |
Search Fee | $5 per child | |
Want to know more?
For information on how to enrol, see the Enrolments page. You can contact the team on 02 6147 3318 or email enrolments@wcs.org.au. Our Enrolments team is available Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm and Fridays 9:30am - 4:30pm excluding Public Holidays and WCS shut down periods. |
Registration, legal obligations and policies
All services are registered with the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) and work within the National Quality Framework and the Principles outlined Belonging, Being & Becoming - The Early Years Learning Framework and My Time Our Place. |
