You must collect your child from session on time, however, we understand things happen from time to time. All late collections are signed in to After Kinder Care (AKC). This is because, once session is complete, educators are planning and cannot supervise children. You will be invoiced for your child’s AKC attendance at the casual AKC Fee rate (a minimum of one hour – $26). Please refer to our Fees Policy for further information on the Late Collection Policy: visit Policies

Birthdays can be tricky for us for lots of different reasons including equity, dietary requirements and family beliefs. We always acknowledge children’s birthday in the way the child prefers – this might include a conversation with them, wishing them a “happy birthday” and, if the child wishes, telling the class that it’s their birthday. Some children want to tell the world about their birthday while others, not so much! As always, we are guided by the child.

We understand some families like to share cake or treats with their child’s group. Due to food allergies, we cannot distribute food but you are welcome to do so on the deck following session, at the kinder gate or, at Wylie Reserve park near kinder.

We are also happy to share party invites digitally – to avoid children feeling left out. If you would like to do so, please email Natalie the invite, as well as a list of the children  you would like it to be sent to (if not the whole class).

We warmly welcome parent/carer volunteers from Term 2 onwards.

In Term 1, our focus is on settling the children—helping them get to know us and their peers and feel comfortable and confident in the kindergarten space. Having additional adults in the classroom at this time can be unsettling for the children, which is why we welcome you from Term 2.

Volunteering at kinder can take many forms, including:

• Spending time in the classroom: sitting with children and supporting them with activities, or simply being present.
• Reading a story to the class.
• Sharing something about yourself:presenting to the children about your career, a hobby, or a special skill.
• Helping on an excursion such as 4yo Discovery Kinder. 

Please note: due to supervision requirements, siblings cannot attend excursions. 

All parents/carers volunteering or spending time in the program including on excursions, must provide a valid WWC check beforehand. 

A WWC Check is not required for drop-off or pick-up.

WWC checks are free for volunteers and easy to obtain. You can learn more here.

When you receive your card, please email a photo of it to Natalie.

We recommend using the summer before kinder as an opportunity to support toilet training, especially if your child is showing signs of interest and readiness.

If your child is not yet able to use the toilet independently on their first session, we kindly ask that they wear pull-ups (rather than nappies) to kinder. This helps support their transition to underwear and independent toilet use.

Please rest assured that we will work closely with you to support your child and help promote a positive transition to toileting.

Yes, arriving on time is important. Important moments happen in the morning, including mat time. Mat time is a key time for group connection, and it’s important that all children are present.

Arriving after the group has settled can be overwhelming for children and may make any worries or distress about the day harder for them to manage.

If your child is finding the long days challenging—very common in the early weeks of kinder—please always speak with your child’s teacher. A shorter day may be needed, however, an early pick-up is usually less disruptive than a late start.

Of course, we also understand that sometimes things happen and you might be late. That’s okay—we just appreciate you making your best effort to arrive on time whenever possible.