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Exploring Tree Macarthur: Early Learning Centre and Exploring Tree OOSHC: After school and vacation care

Exploring Tree Macarthur Early Learning Centre and Exploring Tree OOSHC are both located on the Macarthur Anglican School campus and are operated by an independent company under special lease arrangements covering both operations and the building. The Macarthur centre includes Long Day Care (LDC), Before School Care (BSC) and After School Care (ASC) for transition children, while the OOSHC centre provides After School Care (ASC) and Vacation care (Vac) for Kindergarten to year 6 students.

Exploring Tree OOSHC offers After School Care (ASC) for Macarthur students in Kindergarten to year 6, and Vacation Care is also available for both Macarthur students and those from other schools.

Parents wishing to use LDC, BSC, ASC or VAC should contact Exploring Tree directly.

A website with further information is available, and should be used to enrol children for Long Day Care as well as BSC and ASC. If you would like to make contact with the Centre Director, please feel free to call the School switchboard, OOSHC on 4629 6796; or email directly.

It is important to note that children who secure a place at Exploring Tree will not automatically enrol in Transition or Kindergarten at Macarthur Anglican School. Parents are required to enrol their children in the School in the usual way by contacting the Admissions Team. The current Transition 2-Day, 3-Day and 5-Day programmes will continue to operate unchanged. Some parents may choose to have their children share their week between the School’s Transition Programme and the child care centre programme.

The child care centre is a wonderful adjunct to the programmes on offer at Macarthur and it is a delight that this programme has come to fruition.

At a Glance

Who Can Enrol at Exploring Tree Macarthur?

  • The Exploring Tree offers long-day care to children from six weeks old to five years old.
  • Provides full child care facilities and programs, including Before School Care (BSC) for students from transition through to year 6.
  • After School Care (ASC) and Vacation Care (VAC) is available for Macarthur transition students only.

Who Can Enrol at Exploring Tree OOSHC?

  • The OOSHC centre offers After School Care (ASC) for Kindergarten to year 6 Macarthur students.
  • Vacation Care (VAC) is available for both Macarthur students from Kindergarten to year 6 and children from other schools.

More info on enrolment

How Do I Enrol My Child?

  1. Apply Directly to Exploring Tree Macarthur

To enrol your child in LDC, BSC, ASC, or VAC Care, visit the Exploring Tree website to complete the application process.

  1. Enrol Separately at Macarthur Anglican School

Securing a place at Exploring Tree does not automatically enrol your child into Transition or Kindergarten at Macarthur Anglican School. To enrol in the School, contact the Admissions Team or call 02 4629 6272. View enrolment enquiries.

What Is the Relationship Between Exploring Tree and Macarthur Anglican School?

Exploring Tree operates as an independent child care and OOSHC provider under special lease arrangements with Macarthur Anglican School. While the Centres are located on the School's Cobbitty campus, they are managed separately. This partnership allows a seamless transition from early learning to formal schooling. Learn more.

Where Is Exploring Tree Macarthur Located?

Address:
605 Cobbitty Road, Cobbitty, NSW 2570, Australia

For more information or to speak with the Centre Director, contact the 4629 6796; or email directly.

What Are the Operating Hours?

Exploring Tree Macarthur operates from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday, for 52 weeks each year. 

Exploring Tree OOSHC operates from 2.30pm to 6.30pm during school terms, and 6.30am to 6.30pm during vacation periods.

How Does Exploring Tree Macarthur Support My Child's Development?

Exploring Tree provides a nurturing environment that complements the educational programs at Macarthur Anglican School. Experienced educators focus on fostering each child's emotional, social, and cognitive development, ensuring a strong foundation for future learning.