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.

Our regular sessions take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, accounting for 13 hours per week. We run a block of additional sessions every year to make up the remaining hours for your child. These additional sessions are subject to change each year.

Fees

The parent contribution is $85 per term. See our enrolment and fees page for more information.

What to bring

Children need to bring these items each day:

• bag
• hat
• change of clothes
• drink bottle containing water
• fruit or other healthy snacks
• packed lunch.

Please write your child’s name on all their belongings.

Dress your child in clothing that you don't mind getting dirty, as preschool can get messy with activities using paint and mud. We have found that washing clothes in cold water is better for removing paint stains. Clothing must be sun smart (PDF 110KB) and cover shoulders. Your child's shoes should be suitable for running and climbing (no flip-flops, thongs or crocs).

We have kindy t-shirts and jumpers available to buy if you would like one for your child.

What not to bring

Children should not bring these things:

• food containing nuts (some children have nut allergies that can be dangerous)
• unhealthy food or drink (lollies, chocolate, chips, fizzy drinks)
• toys from home.

Bus service

If you live outside of Booleroo Centre, your child may be able to catch the bus to kindy if seats are available. Please contact us for more information.

Additional information

To develop independence, we encourage your child to carry and unpack their bag when starting their day at kindy.

Please read our drop-off and pick-up procedure (PDF 131KB).

Rural care

Rural care is a childcare service that runs alongside our kindy program. We provide long day care and before and after school care for children from birth to 12 years old. We also incorporate Melrose Rural Care.

Talk to us about availability for your child.

Times

8.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday, including school holidays.

Cost

$78 per day. This may cost less if you are eligible for the Child Care Subsidy.

Invoices need to be paid weekly, directly to Rural Care (Adelaide office) using BPay. Talk to us about fees and the subsidy.

What to bring

• bag
• hat
• change of clothes
• drink bottle containing water
• healthy snacks (including fruit)
• packed lunch
• nappies (if required)
• bottles with milk/baby formula (if required).

Please write your child’s name on all their belongings.

Please dress your child in comfortable clothing for playing inside and outside, with sleeves (no exposed shoulders) and preferably covered shoes (no thongs).

Playgroup

Parents or caregivers with young children are welcome to our playgroup. It is a great way for you and your child to meet and socialise with other families in our community.

Times

9.30am to 11.30am every Wednesday, excluding school holidays.

Cost

$2 per session.

What to bring

A piece of fruit.