Sessional Kindergarten

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.

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3-year old kindergarten

Now taking enrolment for 2020

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.

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 commencement.

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

Program schedule and fees

Day	Duration	Fee per term
Monday	8.30am to 1.30pm	$390 per term 1 X 5 hour session per week $700 per term 2 X 5 hour sessions per week
Wednesday	8.30am to 1.30pm	$390 per term 1 X 5 hour session per week $700 per term 2 X 5 hour sessions 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 2020

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.

Day	Duration	Fee per term
Tuesday	8.30am to 1.30pm	$490 per term (15 hours/week) All 3 sessions must be attended
Thursday	8.30am to 1.30pm	$490 per term (15 hours/week) All 3 sessions must be attended
Friday	8.30am to 1.30pm	$490 per term (15 hours/week) All 3 sessions must be attended

Further information on funding support

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Outside School Hours Care

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Gumboots Supported Playgroup

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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: