Planning an OSHC or vacation care program is a bit like juggling flaming hoops while riding a unicycle – you’ve got a budget, a mountain of safety paperwork, and a bunch of high-energy kids who need to be entertained all day long (without turning the place into a demolition zone). Sound familiar?
Enter Bouncy Giggles Jumping Castles, your new best friend in OSHC event planning. We bring the fun, the thrills, and the stress-free setups, so you can focus on running an epic program that has kids grinning from ear to ear.
Why jumping castles are a game-changer for OSH program ideas
Excitement on sight – Remember the pure thrill of spotting a jumping castle as a kid, knowing a day of bouncing fun was ahead? Times haven’t changed and kids still love it!
All-day engagement – keeps them entertained safely for hours, meaning fewer “I’m bored” moments.
Perfect for all ages – whether you’ve got little pocket rockets or too-cool-for-school pre-teens, we have jumping castles, obstacle courses, and water slides to match your crowd.
Budget-friendly fun – high-impact entertainment without blowing your entire term’s budget on one activity.
Activities for OSCH: bouncing builds teamwork (and burns energy!)
Jumping castles and inflatables naturally bring kids together, whether they’re racing through an obstacle course, bouncing in sync, or playing one of our Bouncy Giggles-approved games (more on those later).
Plus, a full day of bouncing means they’ll be EXHAUSTED by the end, so when it’s time to head back inside, you’ll have a group of happy, tuckered-out kids (instead of a room full of chaos). Win-win!
Play it safe: the best vacation care activities for happy kids!
We know that compliance is king when it comes to OSHC activities. That’s why we make it super easy to tick all the right boxes. Here’s what we do to keep things smooth and stress-free:
- Full safety checks – we assess every site for hazards like overhead power lines, irrigation systems, and tricky access points.
- Public liability insurance – fully covered, so you don’t have to stress.
- Risk assessments provided – need paperwork? We’ve got it ready to go.
- Wet weather plans – because we know Queensland weather is unpredictable at best.
OSHC activity ideas: how to turn a jumping castle into a full-day program
Want to stretch the fun across the whole day? Here’s how:
Book multiple inflatables – mix up jumping castles with obstacle courses and water slides to keep things fresh.
Set up rotations – split kids into groups and cycle them through bouncing, relay races, chalk art, scavenger hunts, or craft time.
Add themed games – we’ve reinvented some classics just for you!
High-energy vacation care game ideas – kids will love!
Jump boss – one player is the ‘Boss’ and calls out actions (jump high, spin, tuck jump). If they say ‘Jump Boss says’ first, everyone has to do it. If they don’t, stay still or you’re out!
Bounce & dodge – dodgeball meets the bounce zone! Two teams, one soft ball, and a whole lot of hilarious dodging. If you get hit, you’re out – last team standing wins.
Jump tag – it’s tag… but bouncier! One player is ‘It’ and has to tag others while everyone leaps around like crazy.
Slam dunk madness – we bring an inflatable basketball hoop, and suddenly every kid is an NBA superstar. Can they nail a dunk while bouncing?
Limbo leap – hold a soft pole and challenge kids to limbo while bouncing. Each round, we lower the bar – last one standing wins!
Jump light, stop light – just like ‘Red Light, Green Light’ – but if you bounce when the ‘light’ turns red, you’re out!
Four bounce zones – mark out four sections of the castle. Call out a number, and all players must leap to that section before the timer runs out!
OSCH ideas: the secret to a smooth, stress-free event
Event planning can be a headache, but not with us. We make everything effortlessly easy by handling all the logistics.
We confirm everything 3-4 days prior so you’ll know exactly when we’re arriving and setting up.
Easy setup and pack down which means no stress and no mess, just pure fun.
We check your power/water access to avoid those no last-minute ‘uh oh’ moments.
Brisbane jumping castles: why choose Bouncy Giggles over the rest?
Because we show up (biiiggg tick!), handle everything for you, and bring the bounciest, giggliest fun. Safe, easy, and packed with awesome options – what’s not to love?
OSHC and vacation care activities made easy with Bouncy Giggles inflatables!
Ready to make your OSHC event ridiculously fun? Contact us today for zero stress and max excitement. Because happy kids = happy OSHC!
