We offer a number of programs and services to support your child’s early years learning.
Preschool program
Times
Your child can attend preschool for up to 15 hours per week.
Children attend for 5 days over 2 weeks. They attend 2 consecutive days Monday and Tuesday or Thursday and Friday with alternating Wednesdays.
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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9.00am to 3.00pm | 9.00am to 3.00pm | 9.00am to 3.00pm alternate weeks | 9.00am to 3.00pm | 9.00am to 3.00pm |
Fees
The parent contribution is $130 per term. See our enrolment and fees page for more information.
The parent contribution includes all excursions and performances attended during the year. There are no extra costs.
What to bring
Children need to bring these items each day:
- bag
- wide brimmed or legionnaire style sun hat
- change of clothes
- drink bottle containing water
- healthy snack (fruit or vegetable)
- packed healthy lunch in a reusable container
- jacket, beanie and rubber boots in winter.
Children should wear comfortable and old clothes they can get dirty in. Their shoes should be suitable for running and climbing. We have Acacia Kindergarten clothing for sale at Mt Gambier Safety Supplies (Facebook page).
Please write your child’s name on all their belongings.
What not to bring
Children should not bring these things:
- we have a "nut aware" policy, please check with an educator to see if it is safe for you to bring food containing nuts as some children may have nut allergies
- unhealthy food or drink (lollies, chocolate, chips, bars or processed food).
Additional information
Your child will have a information pocket where we place newsletters, invoices and other notes. Please check this often. Let us know if you would prefer newsletters posted on Seesaw for you.
Please read our drop-off and pick-up procedure (PDF 137KB).
Inclusive preschool program
We have a specialised integrated program for children that require significant adjustments to their learning and environment. Educators work with families, support services and therapists to provide individual learning for your child in an inclusive learning environment.
There is a referral process and children are required to meet a specific criteria to enrol in this program. Please speak to the Director if you would like more information on this program or see bellow.
Times
Children attend for 5 days over 2 weeks. They attend on Mondays and Tuesdays and alternating Wednesdays.
Fees
The parent contribution is $130 per term. See our enrolment and fees page for more information.
What to bring
Children need to bring these items each day:
- bag
- wide brimmed or legionnaire style sun hat
- change of clothes
- drink bottle containing water
- healthy snack (fruit or vegetable)
- packed healthy lunch.
Playgroup
Our supported playgroup is run every week. You and your child can meet other families and spend time learning together.
Times
Playgroup is on Wednesday mornings 9.30am to 11.30am.
Cost
This program is free
What to bring
Children need to bring these items:
- bag
- wide brimmed or legionnaire style sun hat
- change of clothes
- drink bottle containing water
- healthy snack (fruit or vegetable).
Before and after preschool care
Care is available to families who work or study. You must make a booking for your child to attend.
Times
Care is available from 8.40am to 9.00am and 3.00pm to 3.30pm.
Cost
This program costs $5 per child. This must be paid before or on the day of care.
Additional information
Please read our before and after kindy care policy (PDF 132KB) for more information.