Enrolments and Fees

Waiting List/Enrolments

Children are enrolled according to our enrolment policy:
* applications for positions on the waiting list will only be accepted from 2 years of age, with proof of age and the $22.00 application fee included. Please note: returning an application form does NOT guarantee you a position at the preschool.
* children currently enrolled at the preschool will be given preference for 3 day positions
* children who will be 5 years old in the following year will then be offered available places in the 3 day groups, or a 2 day group
* other available places are for children who have turned 3 years old before 28th February in the year that entry is sought to the preschool
* preferences for places in the 3 year old group is given to children from families who have had siblings previously enrolled at the preschool
* we accept children with special needs, however placement is dependent upon budgetary restraints, staffing levels and the ability of the preschool to cater for the additional needs

It is your responsibility to inform the Director of any change of address or phone number before intended placement. If this is not correct before enrolment, we cannot ensure a position.

Fees and Fee Assistance
The preschool fees are set to cover the cost of the Centre which is a non-profit organisation. Accounts for fees will be sent out each term and parents are asked to return payment promptly by the due date – either in a full term payment or two half term instalments. The preferred method of payment is cheque or EFT.

While fees are not charged for school holidays, they are charged for the entire term (regardless of illness, other holidays, public holidays and pupil free days). Current fees are $38.00 daily and these are reviewed each term.

$300.00 is also paid to accept and secure a child’s position at the preschool. This bond is non-refundable unless eight weeks notice is given to the Director, in writing and during term time.

The preschool receives funding from the State Government and there is provision for some fee reduction based on economic need. Please discuss your eligibility with the Director.