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.

Fees

The parent contribution is $120 per term. See our enrolment and fees page for more information.

What to bring

Children need to bring these items each day:

• bag
• broad-brimmed, bucket, or legionnaires hat
• change of clothes
• drink bottle containing water
• healthy snack
• healthy packed lunch (if attending for a full day).

Your child needs to wear clothing that covers their shoulders. On days with a UV rating higher than 3, they must also wear sunscreen. Closed-in shoes or sandals are important for comfort and safety - crocs and thongs are not allowed. During winter, your child can bring a raincoat and rubber boots for outdoor play.

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

Additional information

Please read our drop-off and pick-up procedure (PDF 143 KB) .

Before Preschool Care

If your child is attending a full day preschool session, they can access Before Preschool Care. When it's time for them to go to preschool, we will walk your child there.

Times

Every day from 8.00am to 8.30am.

Cost

$11.02 per session.

After Preschool Care

If your child is attending a full day preschool session, they can access After Preschool Care.

Times

Every day from 3.00pm to 6.00pm.

Cost

$35.80 per session.

Early Years - Long Day Care

We provide a community-based Early Years - Child Care Program for children 3 months to 5 years.

We provide learning environments to cater children's individual development and needs

Times

Cost

Full day

Permanent bookings – $112 per day
Casual bookings – $123.20 per day

Half day

Permanent bookings – $64.67 per session
Casual bookings – $71.14 per session

What to bring

Children need to bring these items each day:

• bag
• broad-brimmed, bucket, or legionnaires hat
• change of clothes
• drink bottle containing water
• healthy snack
• healthy packed lunch (if attending for a full day).

If needed, younger children also need to bring these items each day:

• bottles of milk or formula pre-measured and clearly labelled
• nappies to last their session (at least 4-5).

All children need to wear clothing that covers their shoulders. On days with a UV rating higher than 3, they must also wear sunscreen. Closed-in shoes or sandals are important for comfort and safety. During winter, your child can bring a raincoat and rubber boots for outdoor play.

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

Your child's clothing

Your child needs to wear clothes that are comfortable for them to run, climb, and play in. Older clothes are best because they will get dirty. Your child needs to be able to manage their clothes on their own when going to the toilet.

Additional information

Enrolling your child in childcare is a great way to help them transition to preschool. Check with us about availability. To enrol your child in childcare you will need to complete a full enrolment pack. These are available from us. You may wish to contact Family Assistance on 13 61 50 or visit their website to confirm you have been assessed for the Child Care Subsidy.