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sKids - Term 2

sKids would like to welcome you all back for Term 2! After a very successful Term 1 programme with many different activities, we have more jam-packed, fun-filled, entertaining after school days this term. At sKids, we promote creativity, discovery and engagement, there is something for everyone at our programme, whether its arts & crafts, science, the outdoors, they’ll find it all at sKids! Join us this term and check out our detailed programme schedule or pop over to the sKids room to have a chat to our staff. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
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OSCAR Subsidy

Significant changes to the WINZ OSCAR Subsidy have been implemented since the beginning of April. This has resulted in a greater number of families now qualifying for subsidised care, making sKids more affordable.

Here’s a breakdown of families that are now eligible for subsidised care:

  • Families with 1 child
    • earn a maximum of $111,000 p.a.
  • 2 Children
    • earn a maximum of $127,000 p.a.
  • 3 or more children
    • earn a maximum of $143,000 p.a.

To assist families, we have provided information on our website about the OSCAR Subsidy, including a simple calculator to help determine eligibility. Try it out yourself on our website: www.sKids.co.nz/OSCAR

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