Need a short break? We’ve got you covered. Our Occasional Childcare service gives parents and carers a chance to breathe, while little ones get to make new friends, explore, and thrive in a warm and welcoming environment with our friendly, qualified educators.
We’re open Monday to Friday, 9am – 2pm, and welcome children from six weeks to six years. Places are limited so bookings are essential — but we’d love for you to drop in first, have a look around and say hello to the team.
Enrolling is simple. Email, call or drop into Winch House and ask for an application form at reception.
Monday – Friday
9:00am – 2:00pm
Six weeks to six years
A per-session fee applies. Childcare Benefit is available to eligible families.
A lunchbox with healthy morning tea snacks and a sandwich for lunch
A hat and sunscreen
A spare change of clothes
A water bottle
Nappies and wipes (if required)
Any comfort items from home
Winch House receives funding for cost-reduced childcare towards some of our courses. If you’d like to update your computer skills, return to the workforce, or work towards a career change — call in and ask reception, or contact us to find out which courses qualify.
The Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Service is a free health and wellbeing service available for all families with children from birth to school age. Providing education, information and support to families on a range of topics, including infant feeding and growth, physical health, play and development, mental health and family violence. They can also connect families with playgroups and other activities, and refer on to other health and wellbeing specialists in our region.
This free drop-in service for caregivers and their children aged up to school age is run by the Surf Coast Shire and is facilitated by a Maternal and Child Health Nurse and Child and Family Support Officer.