Camberwell After School Program

Camberwell After School Project runs one of the most successful parent initiated out of school clubs in country. It is recognised locally and nationally as a good example of how an out of school care provision can be run. The organisation was the first to be awarded with a prestigious quality assured certificate at the highest level (level 3) nominated by Kids Club Network, the national body campaigning for good quality and affordable out of school care for children of working or student parents substantiated our claim.

CASP's mission is to support local parents who wish to work or study by providing good quality and affordable out of school child care. Children are provided a constructive safe and happy environment before and after school, safe travel to and from school and a full day service during school holidays.

While with CASP the children follow a busy programme which include helping them to improve their school performance. Children are helped to develop socially with satisfying group play and this is supported with a healthy diet. The individual needs of each child are paramount.

CASP has followed this mission in the changing environment of Camberwell for 26 years. Over that time CASP has moved from very small beginnings to an operation covering three sites. There have been many changes and improvements to child care over this period and while CASP has kept up to date, it has stuck to the core community values of personal care and individual development. Recently the Government led 'Every Child Matters' agenda has set the organising principles for childcare. These principles of safety, health, emotional security, achievement and happiness express in new and clear language what CASP has been striving for since its inception.