Out of School Care and Recreation (OSCAR)
Programmes are available to primary school children.
Barnardos operates school holiday programmes in Gisborne and Waitakere. Subsidies are available to those who qualify.
After-school care gives working parents the peace of mind of knowing their child is being cared for in a safe and nurturing environment. In addition, the school holiday programmes provide stimulating and fun activities that children will enjoy.
Children benefit from the opportunity to meet and socialise with other children while also being given the space to concentrate on homework activities.
For more information go to www.oscar.org.nz
Further links:
- Specialist Family Group Homes
- Social Workers in Schools (SWIS)
- Home Interaction Programme for Parents and Youngsters (HIPPY)
- Roots of Empathy
- Hubs

Testimonials
Childrens Contact Service
"If it hadn't been for the help of the Children's Contact Coordinator I'd have walked out. I've stayed with it, and now have a much better relationship with my kids."
- Father who sees his children through Children's Contact Service

