We offer a number of programs and services to support your child’s early years learning.
Preschool
We invite you to join the governing council, which meets twice a term to make sure the centre runs smoothly. Read through what a governing council does and speak to us to register your interest.
When your child can start preschool
Your child is entitled to access 4 terms (1 year) of government preschool in the year before they start school.
We are introducing a mid-year intake into preschool. This means from 2023 children who turn 4:
- before 1 May are eligible to start preschool at the beginning of the year.
- on 1 May to 31 October can start preschool through the mid-year intake at the beginning of term 3 of that year.
Regardless of whether your child starts at the beginning of the year, or through a mid-year intake they will undertake 4 terms of preschool.
If your child turns 4 after 31 October they can start preschool at the beginning of the following year.
If you are uncertain about the best time for your child to start preschool or feel your child may benefit from starting preschool later, please talk to us about your options.
If your child is Aboriginal or under guardianship (in care) they are eligible for 12 hours of preschool after they turn 3. They will then be eligible for 15 hours per week of preschool in the year before they start school.
Early entry
If you have a child with disability or additional needs, they might be able to start preschool earlier if there are places available. Talk to us if this applies to you. Being given early entry to preschool does not guarantee early entry to school.
Enrolling your child
You can register your interest to enrol your child with us by using the preschool registration of interest form. This form is also available from us.
Try to register your interest by 30 June, but you can do this any time during the year.
Priority will be given to children living in our catchment area. If you don’t live in our catchment area you should indicate at least 2 other preschool options on your form.
If we can give your child a place with us we’ll send you an offer letter in term 3. You can accept the offer by filling in and sending back the acceptance slip by the due date.
Before your child starts
We will contact you in term 4 to arrange an enrolment meeting and for you and your child to have a tour of our centre.
Fees
We ask you to contribute towards the cost of your child attending preschool.
The parent contribution is $300 per year. You can choose to pay the total amount at the beginning of the year or pay instalments (full amount to be paid by the end of term 3).
A $3 maintenance levy is payable per child per term.
Our lunch care program is $9 per day.
When to pay
Parent contribution and maintenance levy invoices are issued at the beginning of the year.
Lunch care invoices are issued each week.
Invoices are emailed.
Please contact us if you are having difficulty paying.
How to pay
You can pay by cash, EFTPOS or EFT.
Cash
Please place cash payments in a sealed envelope with your child’s name on the front. Put the envelope in the payments box at reception.
EFTPOS
Please go to the reception desk to pay via EFTPOS.
EFT information
BSB: 105035
Account number: 045645840
Please put your child’s name in the notes as the reference.
Preschool session times
Your child can attend preschool for up to 15 hours or 5 sessions per week.
They can attend full days (full days are 2 sessions) or half days (half days are 1 session). Please speak with us about the sessions you would like your child to attend.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.45am to 11.45am | 8.45am to 11.45am | 8.45am to 11.45am | 8.45am to 11.45am | 8.45am to 11.45am |
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.30pm to 3.30pm | 12.30pm to 3.30pm | 12.30pm to 3.30pm | 12.30pm to 3.30pm | – |
What to bring
Children need to bring these items each day:
- bag
- broad-brimmed hat
- change of clothes
- drink bottle containing water
- healthy snack - refer to our nutrition policy (PDF 133KB).
Your child must wear sun protective clothes, such as shirts with collars, elbow length sleeves, longer style shorts and skirts.
Put sunscreen on your child before they come, and we will re-apply when necessary. If your child requires specific sunscreen, you will need to supply it.
Please write your child’s name on all their belongings.
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
- lunch.
Additional information
We often include cooking in our curriculum. Please let us know if your child has any food allergies or restrictions.
Our library aims to promote the value and enjoyment of books in children's development. Your child can borrow books for up to 2 weeks at a time.
Please read our arrival and departure procedure (PDF 62KB).
Lunch care program
If your child attends a full day or combines a preschool session with child care, they will be supplied with lunch prepared by our cook.
Long day care
Long day care is full or part-day childcare for babies, toddlers and children under the age of 6. It provides play-based educational care from qualified teachers or children’s services professionals using the National Quality Framework.
Your child may attend full-time, part-time or occasionally.
Times
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.00am to 12.45pm | 7.00am to 12.45pm | 7.00am to 12.45pm | 7.00am to 12.45pm | 7.00am to 12.45pm |
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.45pm to 6.00pm | 12.45pm to 6.00pm | 12.45pm to 6.00pm | 12.45pm to 6.00pm | 12.45pm to 6.00pm |
We are closed on public holidays.
Cost
You may be eligible for the Australian government's childcare subsidy.
Cost before the subsidy:
- Full day - $100
- Morning session - $58
- Afternoon session - $51.
When to pay
Childcare invoices are issued and due each week.
A $3 maintenance levy is due per child per term.
How to pay
See our preschool program for payment details.
What to bring
Children need to bring these items each day:
- bag
- broad-brimmed hat
- complete change of clothes
- drink bottle containing water.
If needed, younger children also need to bring these items each day
- disposable or cloth nappies to last their session (at least 6 for a full day)
- nappy rash cream (in original packaging)
- comforters
- bottles of milk or formula pre-measured and clearly labelled (and baby's own cup when required).
Your child must wear sun protective clothes, such as shirts with collars, elbow length sleeves, longer style shorts and skirts.
Put sunscreen on your child before they come, and we will re-apply when necessary. If your child requires specific sunscreen, you will need to supply it.
Please write your child’s name on all their belongings.
Additional information
Please speak with us if you require care for a baby under 3 months old.
We provide breakfast until 7.30am.
Playgroup
Playgroup is an interactive, fun opportunity for children and parents to play and learn together. Playgroups are usually supported by an early childhood professional who will give support, information and advice about children’s health, learning and development.
Our family-friendly and well-resourced playgroup is for children birth to 4 years.
Times
Friday, 1.30pm to 3.00pm (school terms only).
Cost
$3 per child or $5 per family.
What to bring
Children need to bring these things:
- broad-brimmed hat
- drink bottle containing water
- healthy snack.
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).