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Sessional Kindergarten

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Sessional 3 and 4 year old kindergarten

A time to explore, create, imagine and discover.

Nurturing 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.

Occasional Care is available after kindergarten to assist families with additional child care, click here for further details.

Enquire online today

3-year old kindergarten

Now taking enrolment for 2022

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. Our 3-year-old kinder program will have opportunities for incursions, excursions and a quality educational program.

Wednesdays 8.30am to 1.30pm (5-hour 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 commencement.

Families will be able to choose from one or both sessions.

Program schedule and fees

DayDurationFee per term
Wednesday 8.30am to 1.30pm$200 per term 1 X 5 hour session per week

At this stage, three-year-old kindergarten is not funded, and the full fee applies.

Please note – Early Start Kindergarten (ESK) for Eligible 3-year-old children (funded).

Your child is eligible for Early Start Kindergarten funding if they are aged three by 30th April, in the year they will be attending a kindergarten program and;

  • Your child is Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander or
  • Your family has had contact with Child Protection (or been referred by them to Child FIRST) click here for further information on Early Start to Kindergarten (ESK).

4-year old kindergarten

Now taking enrolment for 2022

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.

4-year-old Kindergarten is a one year funded program delivered by degree qualified early childhood educators. operates for 15 hours a week during school terms and is developed and delivered in line with the National Early Years Learning Framework, Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and the Education and Care Services National Regulations.

Program schedule and fees
To be eligible for funding your child must attend all 3 sessions.

DayDurationFee per term
Tuesday8.30am to 1.30pm$515 per term (15 hours/week)
All 3 sessions must be attended

Thursday8.30am to 1.30pm$515 per term (15 hours/week)
All 3 sessions must be attended
Friday8.30am to 1.30pm$515 per term (15 hours/week)
All 3 sessions must be attended
Further information on funding support

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FAQs

How do I know if my child is ready to start kindergarten?

We recommend you speak to your maternal and child health nurse about your child’s development.

How old does my child have to be?

Your child must be at least four years old by 30 April of the year they are starting kindergarten.

Are kindergarten teachers qualified?

Absolutely, all our kindergarten teachers have a Bachelor of Education.

Do you operate all year?

Nearly, we are open 50 weeks for the year. Closing only over Christmas/New Year period.

Can I receive the Child Care Subsidy)?

The Federal Government’s Child Care Subsidy is available to eligible parents and the application is based on the family’s gross weekly income. Please note this benefit is only available for 4-year-old kinder.

What do you provide?

Cire Children’s Services provides the following for each child:

  • a hat for each child
  • sunscreen
  • nutritionally balanced meals
  • nappies
  • bibs
  • bedding

Generally what should I bring?

We ask you to bring the following:

  • a soft toy or comfort blanket for sleep time
  • two changes of clothes.
  • drink bottle
  • infant formula

Can I enrol my child anytime?

Absolutely, as long as your child is 4 years old by April of the same year.

How to find us

8.30am – 4.30pm
Chirnside Park Community Hub 33 Kimberley Dr, Chirnside Park 3116

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