Children’s Services

GIVE YOUR CHILD A GREAT START AT CIRE
Now taking enrolments for Childcare & Kindergarten 2021

Cire Services COVID-19 Update

Given the announcements and recommendations by the Federal Government and major health organisations, some of our programs have been suspended or restricted while others have transitioned to an online format.

Due to the stage 4 restrictions only the following criteria are able to access early childhood education and care services.

1. children whose parents work in one of the defined essential continuing industries.

2. vulnerable children including:
– children in out-of-home care.
– children deemed by Child Protection and/or Family Services to be at risk of harm.
– children identified by the school as vulnerable (including via referral from a family violence agency, homelessness or youth justice service or mental health or other health service).
– children with a disability who also fit one of the above two categories, or where the family is experiencing severe stress.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Please continue to follow us on Facebook for further updates and announcements or call 1300 835 235.

Thank you, stay safe and be kind

Mt Evelyn
Children’s Services

Yarra Junction
Children’s Services

Chirnside Park
Children’s Services

Outside School
Hours Care

Occasional
Care

Playgroups

Helping grow stronger communities through Cire’s services for children and their families

We strive to build strong relationships with our families and community and believe that collaboration with families enhances children’s inclusion, learning and wellbeing giving them better outcomes. Our families are supported from enrolment to be involved in the service and contribute to decision making.

We believe that the best experiences for children happen when there is a strong relationship and connection with us and our families. As the proverb says “it takes a village to raise a child”

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Cire Services proudly operates children’s services throughout the Yarra Ranges.

We offer quality programs including long day care (incorporating a funded kindergarten program), occasional care, outside school hours care, vacation care and playgroups.

Through these services we provide opportunities, skills and support for both children and families. We believe in the individuality of each child and promote a holistic approach to education and care which encompasses the overall health and wellbeing of every child who attends our services.

Childcare and kindergarten program 3 and 4 year old sessional kinder program Outside School Hours Care Vacation Care Occasional Care Playgroups

Long Day Care (with integrated kindergarten program)

A place to learn, play and explore.

We are committed to providing a quality education and care service and in August 2016 the service was rated by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority as “Exceeding” all areas of the National Quality Standards.

Our service inspires and nurtures children’s interests through hands-on experiences driven by evidence that learning is most effective when children are supported to explore through curiosity and play. Play is considered a vital part of children’s learning allowing children to explore, discover, negotiate, take risks, and develop a broader understanding and curiosity of the world around them.

Mt Evelyn Children’s Centre

Yarra Junction Children’s Centre

Cire Long Day Care & Kindergarten Program

Eligible families can claim the Federal Government’s child care subsidy.

3 and 4 year old sessional kinder program (Chirnside Park only)

A place to learn, play and explore.

3-year-old sessional kindergarten program
Early learning experts agree two years, of preparation for school, is invaluable for children, the sooner they start to learn and interact with others, the better prepared they will be.

Sessions are on Mondays and Wednesdays 8.30am to 1.30pm (2 x 5 hour sessions total of 10 hours per week). Families will be able to choose from one or both sessions.

To be eligible to attend three-year-old kindergarten, your child must have turned three before.

4-year-old sessional kindergarten program
Delivered by qualified early childhood educators. kindergarten is a time to explore, create, imagine and discover. Providing children with the opportunity to learn and develop skills through a play-based curriculum while assisting in a seamless transition to school.

Sessions are on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 8.30am to 1.30pm (3 x 5 hours sessions total of 15 hours per week).

To be eligible to attend your child must turn 4 years of age by April 30 in the year they start kindergarten.

Chirnside Park Children’s Centre

Children's Services - 4 year old sessional kinder program

Eligible families can claim the Federal Government’s child care subsidy.

Outside School Hours Care (OSHC)

Cire’s Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) program supports busy families by providing recreational learning experiences where children build independence and enhance their social skills in a safe, happy, relaxed and well supervised environment.

Our experienced early childhood educators are committed to delivering a quality program. They plan, organise and deliver fun and engaging activities such as cooking, games, puzzles, crafts and outdoor play. Our learning environments foster opportunities for children to explore and discover the natural world around them.

Bager Creek
Woori Yallock
Yarra Junction

Outside School Hours Care (OSHC)

Outside School Hours Care - Badger Creek

Eligible families can claim the Federal Government’s child care subsidy.

Vacation Care – Holiday Programs

Great activities for kids to do during the school holidays.

Cire Vacation Care offers a diverse range of activities that range from arts and crafts, sports to movie days. Ideal for busy families looking for quality childcare during the school holidays.

Cire Vacation Care is available in three convenient locations.

Badger Creek
Woori Yallock
Mt Evelyn

Vacation Care

Eligible families can claim the Federal Government’s child care subsidy.

Occasional Care

Cire’s Occasional Care Service is located in a purpose-built room at the Yarra Ranges Council’s Upper Yarra Family Centre.

It is an asset within the community because it assists families in terms of employability and having their children cared for, attending appointments or providing a social outlet for their child in a mixed-aged setting.

The service offers families flexible access to child care on a regular, sessional or ad hoc basis. Families can choose 3-hour or 5-hour sessions.

Occasional Care - Yarra Junction

Cire Children's Services - Occasional Care

Eligible families can claim the Federal Government’s child care subsidy.

Playgroups

Cire offers Gumboots and Little Apples playgroups

At playgroup, parents have as much fun as their little ones as they relax and network with each other, sharing the joys and challenges of raising children.

Gumboots Playgroup is a quality and relaxed supported playgroup at Yarra Junction and Badger Creek and led by a qualified early childhood educator. It supports your child’s development and learning through play and allows them opportunities to interact with other children enhancing and developing their social skills. Lifelong friendships are formed that often continue through preschool and beyond. It is a great way to establish networks in your community.

Yarra Junction – Gumboots
Badger Creek – Gumboots
Millgrove – Gumboots
Gladysdale – Little Apples