Safe & Fun After School & Holiday Care

Fun, active programmes for children aged 5–13. WINZ/OSCAR approved. Many families pay $0 per day.

WINZ/OSCAR approved

School van pick-ups

Pascoe St, Tahunanui

Ages 5-13

$20per day

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Book Holidays

Autumn Holidays

After School Care

Weekday pick up & afternoon care

We collect your child from most local schools in our fleet of vans, feed them afternoon tea, supervise homework, and give them space to play — until you're ready to pick up.

Ages 5–13 Mon–Fri school days Flexible days

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Holiday Programme

Fun packed school holidays

Exciting full-day programmes each school holiday — excursions, arts & crafts, sport, swimming, music and more. Book individual days or the whole block.

Ages 5–13 All 4 school holidays Book by the day

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WINZ/OSCAR subsidy

Many families pay $0 per day—you could too

TOA is fully WINZ/OSCAR approved. If you're working, studying, or job-seeking, you may qualify for a subsidy that covers up to 80% of your fees. It takes about 15 minutes to apply.

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per day after subsidy

for eligible families

WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE TOA

Safe. Structured. Fun. Every Single Day

School van pickups

We collect from most Nelson schools for the after school programme.

Trusted local charity

Managed by The Depot (Nelson) Trust — a community organisation, not a franchise.

Flexible days

Book 1 day or 5. Change weeks ahead. We work around your schedule.

Kids love coming back

Children often don't want to leave — that's the best review we get.

Afternoon tea

Afternoon tea provided every day. Let us know about any special dietary requirements.

Peace of mind

Children are safe, cared for, and having fun while you work or study.

GETTING STARTED

Simple, Stress-Free Enrolment

1 Enrol online

Complete the enrolment form — takes about 5 minutes. Free to join.

2 WINZ subsidy

We'll guide you through applying — eligible families save up to 80%.

3 Pick your days

Choose the days that work for you — we're flexible week to week.

4 We handle the rest

Van pickup from school, afternoon tea, activities, safe return to you.

Enrol now - it's free

WHAT WE OFFER

Flexible Care That Works for Your Family

Book on the days that suit your schedule — we're flexible by design.

FROM NELSON PARENTS

Our happy families

"TOA has been amazing for our family. The love, care, and positive environment have helped grow our children’s confidence, friendships, and sense of belonging. We’re so grateful for the TOA team and the incredible support they provide our whānau"

Alicia W, Nelson parent

Our kids have been so fortunate to grow up attending the TOA after-school and holiday programmes. It’s been a huge support and strength for our family, and I truly believe it’s played a big part in the amazing young people our kids have become. We’re incredibly grateful to the whole TOA team.

Ruth T, Nelson parent

We absolutely recommend TOA. It’s had such a positive impact on our kids and our family, and we’re so thankful for it.

Shanesse C, Tahunanui parent

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Life at TOA