Macleod Recreation Centre
Location
157 Wungan Street
Macleod VIC 3085
Program offered
School Holiday Program opening hours
Monday to Friday
7:30am – 6:00pm
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Macleod Recreation Centre
School Holiday Program
Our Macleod holiday program provides an opportunity for your child to learn from new experiences through a fun mix of activities, while making friends along the way.
We offer a wide variety of interest-based in-house activities, themed incursions and exciting excursions. Our holiday programs are run by experienced Educators who help your child become more confident and independent.
Activities could include anything from learning gymnastics or soccer skills to laughing yourself silly at a comedy show. We do regular excursions too (such as to the local cinema and roller skating rink).
Keep an eye out for our upcoming program – we'll share the schedule on this page about four weeks before the school holidays start.
Autumn Adventures Holiday Program
Bookings are now open for our Autumn 2025 School Holiday Program! The program runs on weekdays from Monday 7 April to Thursday 17 April 2025 (excluding public holidays).
We've planned a bumper program of school holiday activities that will interest your child over the holidays. There are three different types of activity days.
Activity days
- In-house (activities run by our Educator team)
- Incursion (activities run by visitors to our service)
- Excursion (activities run at an off-site location)
What to bring
- Lunch and snack (nutritious and nut free)
- SunSmart hat and sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Weather appropriate clothing and shoes
- Towel and change of clothes as required (for any activities involving water or messy play)
You can also read our School Holiday Program FAQs.
The prices listed in the table below are the full fee for each day. If you're entitled to Child Care Subsidy, what you actually pay could be significantly reduced.
Date |
Activity Details |
| Week 1 | |
| Monday 07 April |
Sports Day Come dressed in your favourite teams jersey today! We've got a bunch of team games lined up and tasty fruit snacks to replinish those busy bodies. Category: Inhouse Cost: $80.00 |
| Tuesday 08 April |
The Mad Hatters Attend the Mad Hatters tea party today. Make sandwhiches and fruit inspired teas. Bring your favourite cuddly along to join in the feast. Category: Inhouse Cost: $80.00 |
| Wednesday 09 April |
Gymnastics Enhance your flexibility, learn how to jump, land and fall safely while you increase your balance and much more today. Category: Incursion Cost: $95.00 |
| Thursday 10 April |
Bush Play We've teamed up with Eco Explorers for an adventure filled day. Learn essential survival skills and how to use the bush for eco arts and crafts. Category: Excursion Cost: $125.00 |
| Friday 11 April |
Martial Arts Our friends at Cube Sports are coming to visit and run their Martial Arts workshop today. Learn how to strike, grapple and defend yourself from the experts. Category: Incursion Cost: $95.00 |
| Week 2 | |
| Monday 14 April |
A Garden of Expression We're celebrating World Art Day! Cultivate community through art today as we explore local artists and create our own art both visually and through performance pieces. Category: Inhouse Cost: $80.00 |
| Tuesday 15 April |
Melbourne Zoo Discover a world of wildlife in the heart of Melbourne as we visit the over 3,000 animals who call Melbourne Zoo home. Category: Excursion Cost: $125.00 |
| Wednesday 16 April |
Gymnastics Enhance your flexibility, learn how to jump, land and fall safely while you increase your balance and much more today. Category: Incursion Cost: $95.00 |
| Thursday 17 April |
Pyjama Eggstravaganza Hop along to our cosy PJ Party day as we get ready for Easter with egg inspired arts and crafts and hopping bunny games. Category: Inhouse Cost: $80.00 |
Child Care Subsidy (CCS)
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Our holiday programs qualify for the Federal Government's Child Care Subsidy (CCS). CCS helps eligible families access approved and registered child care providers by partially subsidising the cost of daily fees. The 'Fee' price listed in the table on this page is the full permanent or casual daily fee for each program without any CCS entitlements. *The 'You pay as little as' price is an example of the out of pocket fees paid by families who qualify for the maximum CCS percentage (90%). The fees above are calculated at 85% subsidy to allow for the 5% withheld by Services Australia to reduce the chances of an overpayment. When our holiday programs are open for bookings, you'll be able to see the prices for each activity on this page. These prices are the daily price and do not include any CCS you may be entitled to, which could significantly reduce your out of pocket expense. Refer to the Government website for more information about CCS funding and your eligibility. We also recommend using this CCS calculator to estimate your new subsidy payments. Our customer service and onsite teams are happy to assist you with any queries you have regarding this funding and to help you navigate the system. |
Book your place
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You can book into our School Holiday Program through My Family Lounge (our online booking system). Read our 'How to enrol' guide and FAQs to make sure you've got everything you need to book. Returning families: Sign in New families: Register Got a question? Enquire |
Curious about chemistry? Bonkers about biology? We often run science-themed activities where your child can take part in fun research and crazy experiments.
Get active outdoors! Our Educators make outdoor play fun with opportunities to sing, dance and get moving.
Go on exciting excursions to local places such as trampoline parks and indoor playgrounds.
Enjoy a range of awesome in-house activities! Your child will get the chance to use their imagination, discover new things and have fun with friends.
Escape into the world of movies during an excursion to the local cinema. We’ll watch the latest release and experience the magic of the big screen.
Learn new art and craft skills with the support of our friendly Educators. Practise drawing, colouring, sticking and more.
Express your creativity during art-themed activities. Your child could get involved in anything from painting to pottery!
Make amazing memories with our expert team of Educators – we’ll help your child feel safe, supported and happy.
Attend thrilling excursions such as skateboarding workshops. Learn to roll, turn and perform tricks under the guidance of the Y’s specialist coaches.
Celebrate the holidays, make new friends and be your best self at the Y. Together, we’ll make the school holiday one to remember!