Considering Celebrations in OSHC

Incorporating celebrations in Outside School Hours care programs provides several benefits for children and young people's learning and development. Celebrations are often deeply personal and intertwined with one's identity, and as such, we must consider how we incorporate celebrations within our services.     

This session will introduce:

1) Benefits of incorporating celebrations in OSHC:    

• Supporting children and young people’s learning about diversity 
• Supporting children and young people’s sense of identity and belonging

2) Important considerations: 

• Critical reflection- which celebrations are included, and which are not 
• Tokenism and authenticity- ensuring intent aligns with impact
• Navigating multiple perspectives