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 about an orientation session. This will be a 1-hour session where you can ask questions.
Before your child starts preschool you can come to pre-entry transition visits. These will be in term 4 and are a chance for your child to meet our staff and other children.
Fees
We ask you to contribute towards the cost of your child attending preschool.
The parent contribution is $165 per year. You can choose to pay the total amount at the beginning of the year or pay instalments each term.
When to pay
We will invoice you by post.
Payments are due by the due date on the invoice.
Please contact us if you are having difficulty paying.
How to pay
EFTPOS
You can pay by eftpos at the centre.
EFT information
You can pay by direct deposit.
BSB: 105029
Account number: 067174040
Please put your child’s full name as the reference.
Preschool session times
Your child can attend preschool for up to 15 hours per week on the Monday / Tuesday Group or the Wednesday / Thursday Group
Please speak with us about the sessions you would like your child to attend.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.15am to 3.45pm | 8.15am to 3.45pm | 8.15am to 3.45pm | 8.15am to 3.45pm | _ |
What to bring
Your child needs to bring these items each day:
- bag
- broad-brimmed, legionnaire or sun-safe hat (without chin straps)
- change of clothes
- drink bottle containing water
- cooked lunch provided
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.
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.
Our long day care program is open for 50 weeks of the year and is closed for 2 weeks during Christmas and New Year perod.
Times
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.45am to 6.00pm | 7.45am to 6.00pm | 7.45am to 6.00pm | 7.45am to 6.00pm | 7.45am to 6.00pm |
Cost
You may be eligible for the Australian government's childcare subsidy.
Cost before the subsidy is $140 per day.
What to bring
Children need to bring these items:
- bag
- broad-brimmed, legionnaire or sun-safe hat (without chin straps)
- change of clothes
- drink bottle containing water.
Additional information
You can buy a broad-brimmed hat at the children's centre for $8.
We encourage and support parents to continue breast feeding and follow the nutritional guidelines for storage and handling of breast milk.
We provide primary care to ensure your child has a special bond with an educator to feel safe and secure.
We provide nutritious and well-balanced food and drinks for your child. We carefully plan food and drinks to make sure they meet the nutritional guidelines.
Long Day Care Waitlist
For further information about registering your child on the wait list.
Please email us at ssccelc.admin532@schools.sa.edu.au
Before and after school care
We offer before and after school care 5 days a week.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.45am to 8.15am | 7.45am to 8.15am | 7.45am to 8.15am | 7.45am to 8.15am | _ |
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.45pm to 6.00pm | 3.45pm to 6.00pm | 3.45pm to 6.00pm | 3.45pm to 6.00pm | _ |
Cost
You may be eligible for the Australian government's childcare subsidy. Costs before the subsidy:
- $19 per day for before school care
- $35 per day for after school care.
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.
We have multiple playgroup sessions available that cater for a range of family needs. See the relevant term program on our what's happening page for more information.
Contact our community development coordinator on 8231 3100 for bookings.