About OSCN
We help people working in OSCAR to connect, learn from experiences and see their work as part of a bigger picture.
OSCN has over 200 member organisations (sole traders, companies, community organisations, schools and local authorities) that operate before/after school and holiday programmes. These are located in schools, community and recreation centres, churches, early childhood centres and sports facilities.
OSCN Membership
We are happy to respond to all enquiries about the OSCAR sector. You don't have to be a member to ask us questions and if you are just getting started in OSCAR, we really encourage you to get in touch with us, as we can quickly help you get up to speed!
As a member of OSCN, you can access additional benefits and support:
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Discounted fees for our courses, access to our eLearning Hub and affordable in-house training options
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Free downloads of policy templates, sample forms, various publications and programming resources (activity ideas)
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Access to our members Facebook group: a friendly, expert space to get questions answered and connect with OSCAR people
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On-line forums with members on topics of interest: accreditation, first aid, programme planning, staff management
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Our regular newsletter on sector trends and announcements
Membership is $90 per year.
OSCN contact details
Phone: 09 3660320
Email: oscn@xtra.co.nz
The Out of School Care Network (OSCN) was established in Auckland in 1990 by out of school service providers and child care advocates who were concerned about a lack of minimum standards, recognised training or adequate funding for after school and school holiday programmes. OSCN was formally incorporated in 1993 and at this time began employing staff. OSCN currently has 3 part-time staff and is governed by a group of trustees with an extensive background in the OSCAR sector. (Read more about how OSCN started and our first newsletter.)
Feedback, concerns, complaints
Please send any feedback, concerns or complaints regarding OSCN’s services to either
The OSCN Manager: oscn.manager@xtra.co.nz
The OSCN Chairperson: oscn.chair@xtra.co.nz
Our complaints policy can be viewed here. We will provide a response within 5 working days
OSCN provides training, support and information to programmes but we are not an OSCAR programme provider. We do not assess, endorse, license or fund OSCAR programmes.