Refugee Week ideas for OSHC
6 DIY activities for Refugee Week at before and after school care or vacation care. Pick and mix, or build a balanced day in one click.
Belonging Tree
Children add handprint leaves to a big paper tree, each showing something that makes them feel at home, from a favourite meal to a special person or place.
Refugee Week · Mental Health Month · Wellbeing Wednesday +2Courage Stars
Children think about times they felt brave in something new, like starting school or joining a team, and write or draw them on stars for a 'courage sky' display.
Refugee Week · Soccer Cup Day · Teamwork Day +2Friendly Football Welcome Cup
A mixed-team soccer cup where teams are shuffled every game and each goal is celebrated by shouting 'welcome' in a new language.
Refugee Week · Kindness Day · Friendship Day +3New Friend Welcome Role Play
In small groups, children act out welcoming a new child who does not yet speak English, using gestures, smiles and picture cards to show them around.
Refugee Week · Kindness Day · Friendship Day +2Welcome Pack for New Kids
Children design a welcome pack for children who are new to the service, with a picture map, picture cards for everyday needs and a friendly note.
Refugee Week · Book Week · World Book Day +2Welcome Picture Book Circle
A calm reading circle using picture books about finding a new home, making friends and belonging, followed by a gentle discussion.