Our Philosophy is created and reviewed by the collective contributions of our wonderful community including staff, parents, the committee, the school principal, and most importantly, the children themselves!
Our philosophy serves as a guiding framework for all aspects of our Before and After School Care program. It represents who we are, what we stand for, and how we create a supportive, inclusive, and engaging environment for every child in our care.

The Philosophy of Concord Out of School Hours Care

At COOSH, we believe childhood should be fun, happy and filled with opportunities to play, explore and connect with others. We provide a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where every child feels valued, respected and part of our community.
Children have shared that COOSH is a place where they enjoy playing outside, participating in games, reading, eating together and joining in exciting Vacation Care activities. Their ideas, interests and voices guide our program and help shape the experiences we offer each day.

We recognise that out of school hours care is a time for children to relax, build friendships and enjoy a balance of play, creativity and choice. Through child-led experiences and supportive relationships with educators, children are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and a strong sense of belonging.

The safety, wellbeing and protection of children is our highest priority. We are committed to maintaining a child safe environment where children feel secure, supported and empowered to speak up, and where their rights, dignity and wellbeing are always respected.

We value strong partnerships with families, educators and the school community, recognising that collaboration helps us create a supportive environment and meaningful experiences for all children.
At COOSH, we strive to create a place where children feel safe, supported, included and excited to be part of our community.

This philosophy has been developed in consultation with children, families, educators, the school principal and the parent committee. Their voices and perspectives help shape the environment, values and experiences we provide at COOSH.

Dated: 12/03/26