Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a question, please contact us.
What year should my child attend kindy? This table shows the year the Queensland government recommends your child attends kindergarten. Children aged 4 years old by June 30 in the year they attend kindy are also called ‘Eligible age’ or ‘Target age’.
What do children learn at Kindy?
The philosophy of the Centre is that children learn through play. Play is a natural learning strategy. The C&K Curriculum Approach: Listening and Learning Together is embedded at our Centre. The learning outcomes in the curriculum approach align with both The Early Years Framework for Australia (EYLF) and the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QGLG). Learning and enrichment of play will happen in ways that are meaningful and relevant to your child. At C&K Aspley East your child will:
The philosophy of the Centre is that children learn through play. Play is a natural learning strategy. The C&K Curriculum Approach: Listening and Learning Together is embedded at our Centre. The learning outcomes in the curriculum approach align with both The Early Years Framework for Australia (EYLF) and the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QGLG). Learning and enrichment of play will happen in ways that are meaningful and relevant to your child. At C&K Aspley East your child will:
- be encouraged to explore and investigate a range of materials
- express their thinking and emerging understandings in various ways
- make friends and learn how to interact with other children
- explore and express their creativity
- connect with natural environments
- build confidence and find their unique identity
- connect with their world through play and other activities
- learn to be an effective communicator and involved learner
- develop early numeracy and literacy skills
How many days can my child come to Kindy?
We offer the choice of 2 days per week (8:30am to 4:00pm) or 3 days per week (8:30am to 2:30pm).
A kindergarten program is 15 hours per week for 40 weeks a calendar year. Kindergarten follows the school terms, so there are four terms of kindergarten per year with holidays and public holidays.
We are closed on Weekends, Public Holidays and School Holidays.
We offer the choice of 2 days per week (8:30am to 4:00pm) or 3 days per week (8:30am to 2:30pm).
A kindergarten program is 15 hours per week for 40 weeks a calendar year. Kindergarten follows the school terms, so there are four terms of kindergarten per year with holidays and public holidays.
We are closed on Weekends, Public Holidays and School Holidays.
How many children in a group?
The high staff to children ratio provides a greater level of early childhood education and care for all children at the service. There is a maximum of 22 children in a kindergarten program (group). There is one University qualified teacher and one early childhood qualified assistant for every 22 children and additional educators when required. Most groups have an additional Educator thereby making three Teachers per group.
The high staff to children ratio provides a greater level of early childhood education and care for all children at the service. There is a maximum of 22 children in a kindergarten program (group). There is one University qualified teacher and one early childhood qualified assistant for every 22 children and additional educators when required. Most groups have an additional Educator thereby making three Teachers per group.
Do you provide meals?
No.
No.
What do I need to bring to Kindy?
We have listed below some of things you will need to pack so your child feels comfortable.
We have listed below some of things you will need to pack so your child feels comfortable.
- Fresh food in a lunchbox
- A drink bottle
- A spare set of clean clothes
- A hat
- Sheets
How much does it cost?
From January 2024 all eligible-age children can attend Aspley East C&K for 15 hours a week (600 hours a year) for FREE! Places are limited so secure your child's place today and enrol now.
Please check your eligibility for FREE Kindy below:
Other Fees
Enrolment Fee: a one-off, non-refundable enrolment fee of $99 is required when you complete your enrolment to confirm your place. This fee is not subsidised and is issued to cover the administrative costs of your child's enrolment at Aspley East C&K.
Membership Fee: $11 per family per year.
From January 2024 all eligible-age children can attend Aspley East C&K for 15 hours a week (600 hours a year) for FREE! Places are limited so secure your child's place today and enrol now.
Please check your eligibility for FREE Kindy below:
- Your child must be of eligible-age (turning 4 by 30 June 2024). Please refer to the When should my child attend kindy? table above for more information.
- Only one centre can claim the funding subsidy for your child for FREE kindy.
- If your child is enrolled in two kindergarten groups at the same centre they are not eligible for FREE kindy for the second group and the non-eligible enrolment kindergarten fee will apply for the second group.
- If your child is enrolled in another kindergarten while they are enrolled at our centre, you need to choose which centre you'd like the funding applied to, to receive FREE kindy at only one of the centres.
- If your child is enrolled in childcare and accessing a government-approved kindergarten program at that childcare centre, your will receive FREE kindy only at our kindergarten and not at the childcare centre.
Other Fees
Enrolment Fee: a one-off, non-refundable enrolment fee of $99 is required when you complete your enrolment to confirm your place. This fee is not subsidised and is issued to cover the administrative costs of your child's enrolment at Aspley East C&K.
Membership Fee: $11 per family per year.
How is the kindy funded?
We are a not for profit association partially funded by Queensland Kindergarten Funding. The rest of the running costs are made up of fees payable by families and fund raising activities. We have been a Community Kindergarten since 1966 and are very well resourced. This is due to the hard work and deduction of families and staff over the years.
We are a not for profit association partially funded by Queensland Kindergarten Funding. The rest of the running costs are made up of fees payable by families and fund raising activities. We have been a Community Kindergarten since 1966 and are very well resourced. This is due to the hard work and deduction of families and staff over the years.
Who runs the Kindy?
The centre is an Affiliate of C&K Childcare and Kindergarten however we are run independently by the Management Committee which is made up of volunteer parents.
The centre is an Affiliate of C&K Childcare and Kindergarten however we are run independently by the Management Committee which is made up of volunteer parents.
What is the role of the Management Committee?
The Management Committee oversees the running of the Kindergarten. The members of the committee are parents and teachers. The Parents are elected each year at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of our Incorporated Association. The Management Committee has legal responsibilities and obligations as set out in the Associations Incorporations Act under which it is registered.
The Management Committee acts in the best interests of the incorporated association and are financially responsible for the financial management of the Association. They act to ensure:
The Management Committee oversees the running of the Kindergarten. The members of the committee are parents and teachers. The Parents are elected each year at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of our Incorporated Association. The Management Committee has legal responsibilities and obligations as set out in the Associations Incorporations Act under which it is registered.
The Management Committee acts in the best interests of the incorporated association and are financially responsible for the financial management of the Association. They act to ensure:
- the incorporated association complies with the Associations Incorporations Act and its regulations
- the Kindergarten maintains high quality care and education for children
- compliance with state and federal laws
- the Kindergarten meets regulatory, national quality and QKFS funding requirements
- the Kindergarten meets the requirements of your affiliate membership with C&K
- appropriate managing of the service’s finances to ensure its ongoing viability
- collaborative relationships and open communications with staff
How do I Enrol?
Complete the Waiting List Form located on this website. Your child’s name must be on the Waiting List to be considered for a place at our Centre. Enrolment offers are made in September of the year before your child is due to attend Kindy.
Complete the Waiting List Form located on this website. Your child’s name must be on the Waiting List to be considered for a place at our Centre. Enrolment offers are made in September of the year before your child is due to attend Kindy.
Is there a Catchment Boundary?
No
No
Can I visit the Centre?
Yes, please ring 07 3263 3292 or email [email protected] any day to book a time to tour the Kindergarten.
Yes, please ring 07 3263 3292 or email [email protected] any day to book a time to tour the Kindergarten.
Is there a Uniform?
No. However the Centre does provide a service whereby you can purchase kindy shirts, hats and sheets.
No. However the Centre does provide a service whereby you can purchase kindy shirts, hats and sheets.
My child has a severe allergy.
Over the years, we have had many children with severe allergies participate safely in all areas of Kindergarten life. We educate all members of our community about the risk of some foods to people with severe allergies and implement practical strategies to avoid exposure to known triggers. Please refer to our Workplace Health & Safety Policy and Procedures in relation to Anaphylaxis.
Over the years, we have had many children with severe allergies participate safely in all areas of Kindergarten life. We educate all members of our community about the risk of some foods to people with severe allergies and implement practical strategies to avoid exposure to known triggers. Please refer to our Workplace Health & Safety Policy and Procedures in relation to Anaphylaxis.
What does a typical day at Kindy look like?
- Morning welcome and planning meeting
- Indoor/Outdoor activities – could include special visitors
- Morning Tea
- Group Session/Music
- Lunch
- Rest time
- Quite activities
- Home time
My child is unwell – can he come to Kindy?
If a child is in unwell, they should not come to Kindy. It is in the child’s best interests that they remain in the comfort of their own home being cared for by their parent/guardian or another close family member. Please refer to our Workplace Health & Safety Policy and Procedures: 'Exclusion due to Illness'.
If a child is in unwell, they should not come to Kindy. It is in the child’s best interests that they remain in the comfort of their own home being cared for by their parent/guardian or another close family member. Please refer to our Workplace Health & Safety Policy and Procedures: 'Exclusion due to Illness'.
