MTOP v2.0 Cheat Sheet

This cheat sheet condenses the principles, practices, and learning outcomes into a quick reference, with real OOSH examples to show how theory translates into everyday practice.

Principles

Secure, respectful and reciprocal relationships
OOSH Example: Educators greet each child warmly at sign-in, ask about their day, and check in emotionally before activities.
Partnerships
OOSH Example: Families share cultural recipes for cooking club, and children help plan the weekly menu.
High expectations and equity
OOSH Example: Adapted sports equipment ensures all children, including those with additional needs, can join in group games.
Respect for diversity
OOSH Example: Celebrating NAIDOC Week with Aboriginal storytelling and art workshops led by community members.
Ongoing learning and reflective practice
OOSH Example: Staff hold fortnightly reflection meetings to review activity success and adjust based on children’s feedback.

Practices

Holistic approaches
OOSH Example: Yoga sessions combining physical movement, mindfulness, and social connection.
Responsiveness to children
OOSH Example: When children show interest in insects outside, educators set up a bug exploration station indoors.
Learning through play and leisure
OOSH Example: Free-choice art corner with recycled materials for sculpture-making.
Intentionality
OOSH Example: STEM challenges like building bridges with straws to foster problem-solving.
Environments
OOSH Example: Cozy reading nooks with cushions and soft lighting for quiet downtime.
Cultural competence
OOSH Example: Including bilingual storybooks and inviting families to share songs in their home languages.
Continuity and transitions
OOSH Example: Supporting children moving from primary to high school with peer mentoring activities.
Assessment for learning
OOSH Example: Documenting children’s teamwork progress during group projects and sharing reflections with families.

Learning Outcomes

Children have a strong sense of identity
OOSH Example: Children design “All About Me” posters to display in the OOSH room.
Children are connected with and contribute to their world
OOSH Example: Recycling initiative where children sort waste and track landfill diversion.
Children have a strong sense of well-being.
OOSH Example: Daily outdoor play with sports, gardening, and mindfulness activities.
Children are confident and involved learners
OOSH Example: Children lead a cooking class, experimenting with recipes and sharing outcomes.
Children are effective communicators
OOSH Example: Drama club where children script and perform short plays, practicing verbal and nonverbal communication.

Quick Reference Table

Principles	Practices	Learning Outcomes	OOSH Example
Relationships	Holistic approaches	Identity	Greeting children by name
Partnerships	Responsiveness	Connectedness	Family recipe cooking club
High expectations	Play & leisure	Well-being	Adapted sports equipment
Respect for diversity	Intentionality	Confident learners	NAIDOC Week storytelling
Reflective practice	Environments, cultural competence, transitions, assessment	Effective communicators	Staff reflection meetings

Notes for Educators

MTOP v2.0 emphasizes well-being, life skills, and digital literacy in OSHC.
Use the framework as a planning and reflection tool, not a checklist.
Align documentation with Quality Area 1 (Educational Program and Practice) under the NQS.

This cheat sheet is designed to be a living resource, something your OOSH team can revisit, adapt, and expand as children’s interests evolve. By connecting MTOP v2.0 principles and practices with real-world examples, educators can ensure programs are not only compliant but also meaningful, inclusive, and joyful for every child. Keep it visible, use it in reflections, and let it inspire creative programming that truly embodies My Time, Our Place.

Principles

Practices

Learning Outcomes

Quick Reference Table

Notes for Educators

Further Reading