Childcare & OOSHC

Childcare, long day care, preschool, home-based care, family day care, occasional care, out of school hours care (OOSHC), mobile children’s services – no matter what the setting, all children need healthy food and daily activity. This section of the website gives information about nutrition and physical activity for children in care. It is aimed at professionals working in childcare and OOSHC, but may also be of interest to parents whose children are in care.

Childcare
Don't reinvent the wheel! Save time on food preparation and activity planning for children in care by using this page of website links. There are quick checklists for daily use, information about books that can help with meal and activity planning, and links to associations that can help. » more

OOSHC (out of school hours care)
Children are often at their hungriest after or before school, so they need nutritious food to fill that gap. They can also benefit greatly from fun activities. This page provides links to useful resources that are specific to OOSHC. » more

Case studies
There is some great work being done to promote healthy eating and physical activity in childcare and OOSHC settings. » more