School Holiday Programme at Birkdale North

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Looking for a fun holiday programme your tamariki will love?

The Y (formerly known as YMCA) is super excited to be a part of the Birkdale North community to deliver a fun holiday programme in a safe and secure environment.

Engaging, active programme

Our school holiday programme, for five to 12-year olds gives them the space to wind down after a busy term while keeping them interested and involved through different activities each day. From games and sport to creative self-expression, they'll make new friends and stay busy - you'll be picking up happy kids at the end of each day!

Check out the December 2023 / January 2024 School Holiday Programme Below - or download the brochure here

Key Info

Location

Birkdale School Hall

213 Birkdale Road,

AUCKLAND 0626

Contact Details

Programme Phone: 027 700 4592

Programme Enquiries: 021 962 295

Times & Pricing

Holiday Programme

8.30am to 3.00pm;

On-site - $44.00 per day

7.30am to 6.00pm;

On-site - $57.00 per day

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Safeguarding our tamariki

For years The Y (formerly YMCA North) has provided a safe and secure environment, where kids can just be’ and enjoy their time with us. We want to support every parent by not only being a fun programme, but also a safe haven where kids’ development is supported and learning is recognised.

YMCA North is Aotearoa’s first and only accredited organisation through the Australian Childhood Foundation (ACF). We are proud to lead the children’s workforce as a child-safe organisation. Find out more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you do WINZ subsidies

Yes, we do! As an approved holiday programme, parents who are eligible can access the OSCAR subsidy from Work and Income. If this is you, contact oscar@ymcaauckland.org.nz as we need to complete Part C of the application form, and you will need to pay a 20% deposit. There are different subsidy rates depending on your eligibility – check out www.winz.govt.nz for more information.

How can I make a booking to the programme

The Y uses an online booking system called AimyPlus. To book, you will need to register first on https://ymca-akl-ham-bop.aimyplus.com/ - this is where you will put in all your details, and information about your child/ren including any medical conditions, and who can collect your child.

What clothing/equipment do we need to bring

Active kids are happy kids! Clothing children can move in is best, and for those who go hard, a change of clothes is always great to have in the bag. Children will need to bring a drinkbottle, sunhat, morning tea and lunch every day.

Do you provide Lunch

Unfortunately, no, not at this stage.

Where do we meet/go

The school hall.

Signing in process

Children must be signed in and out each day by an authorised person. You can add as many people as you would like into your AimyPlus profile to collect your child. If someone turns up to collect a child and they are not on the approved list, we will call you to confirm. If your child will be making their own way to/from the programme please email oscar@ymcaauckland.org.nz so you can complete the arrive/depart unaccompanied form.

Have a question? Call us on 021 962 295 or email us at oscar@ymcaauckland.org.nz

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