Welcome to Kinderoos Long Day Care Centre. We look forward to caring for your child and hope that both you and your child will enjoy your time at the centre.
Kinderoos is licensed for 77 children between the ages of 6 weeks- 6years of age. We are open between 7.30am to 6.00pm, Monday to Friday. The centre is closed on all Public holidays and for two weeks over the Christmas/New Year period.
We have four separate rooms dedicated to cater for the different age groups. We have a 0-2 year old room called the Teddies, 2-3 year old room called The Ducklings, a 3-4 year old room called Castle and a 4-5 year old room called Ocean (Pre- school Room).
The centre is privately owned and licensed by the Department of Community Services. Kinderoos has been accredited as a High Quality centre by the National childcare Accreditation Council.
Kinderoos aim to provide a warm, safe and loving environment where children feel welcome and secure. Kinderoos believe children learn through play and hands on experiences.
All the staff at Kinderoos comes from a variety of different backgrounds. Between them they have over 40 years experience in centre based care. They all possess a variety of different qualifications, possess a first aid certificate and have attended numerous in-services over the years.
To Children
We believe children should be treated as individuals and be respected, valued and loved. They should be treated as equal and unique, no matter what gender, race or disability they may have.
We believe in providing children with a stimulating, motivating, challenging and creative environment that caters to all the children's needs and interests. This environment should discourage gender stereotyping and encourage an anti-bias and multicultural curriculum, and allow children to express themselves freely.
We believe children should be cared for in a pleasant, safe and hygienic environment where they can feel safe, secure and loved.
We believe that children should be provided with a program that covers all areas of development, that are age/stage appropriate for individuals, as well as for encouragement of group situations.
We believe that encouraging a child's autonomy and independence of great importance, which gives them the chance to explore and practice newly learnt skills, as well as to learn to value themselves as individuals who have strengths and weaknesses and value their own abilities as well as that of their peers.
To Parents/Families
We believe that staff should develop open effective communication with parents and families and be able to show this by being empathic, listening to them and being open and honest with them.
We believe parents should be actively encouraged to be involved in the centres program and also be encouraged to participate in daily routines.
We believe that staff should encourage parents from a multicultural background to share their beliefs, culture and practice, including materials from their country, with staff, families and other children can benefit from this.
We believe that parents and families should be treated as individuals and that all information should remain confidential.
To Staff
We believe all staff should be respected, valued and supported as well as being treated as a part of a team.
We believe confidentiality between staff is important and staff should remain positive.
We believe staff should respect each others opinions & values and work together as a team members.
Kinderoos have a two day minimum policy. We believe that children benefit more from attending the centre for minimum of two days. Please be aware that days cannot be swapped for any reason or children can not make up for loss days or due to illness or other ways.
Fees are charged daily and upon enrolment parents are asked to pay a one off administration fee of $65 included is a fitted bed sheet (non-refundable). We also ask parents to pay a two week bond upon enrolment
Two weeks bond will be refundable on your child's last day of attendance at the centre or can be put towards your child's fees for their last two weeks.
Fees are payable either weekly or fortnightly. Fees are payable on all public holidays as well as days your child is sick or absent for any other reason. Fees are not charged when the centre is closed over Christmas.
Parents can pay by cash/cheque or Direct Deposit. The fee box is emptied daily and receipts will be issued regularly. These receipts will be placed in your child's information pocket.
Fees are as follows 0 - 2 years - $76.00 per day 2 - 3 years- $70.00 per day 3 - 5 years - $65.00 per day
Child Care Benefit (CCB) is available to all families, but the % will differ from family to family, as well as the number of hours of care that the benefit applies to. For example you may be entitled to 24 hours of care (2 days) and wish to have their child attending for 3 days. Therefore you will receive a fee reduction for two of the days and be required to pay full fees for the third day.
The Family Assistance Office (FAO) is responsible for the payment of CCB. CCB is paid directly to the centre and passed on to parents as a fee reduction, alternately parents can pay full fees and claim the CCB as a lump sum after the end of the financial year.
Parents are required to apply for CCB through the FAO prior to your child commencing at the centre.
If the centre ceases to operate or closes for any reason e.g. renovations 4 weeks notice will be given to all parents and the bond will be refunded.
Late Fee
A late fee of $3 a minute will be charged if your child is collected after 6pm. These fees are separate to your child's weekly fee and are paid directly to the staff that remains at the centre to look after your child.
Withdrawal of Child
Two weeks written notice needs to be given if your child leaves the centre for any reason. Your two week bond can be used to cover your Childs fees for the last two weeks. We also ask that if you wish to decrease your child's days, two weeks notice also needs to be given.
Meals provided at the centre cater for all children's Dietary requirements. All meals are nutritionally balanced so that your child receives all the 5 food groups. The centre provides morning, lunch/dessert, afternoon tea and late supper. All meals are served with either milk or water.
All parents are asked to provide a piece of fruit each day your child attends. A fruit basket will be available in the foyers.
The centre caters for children who are on special diets or have food allergies. The centre has a strict no nut policy in place. We ask parents to ensure that no nuts or any product that has nuts in it is brought into the centre.
Children under 12 months of age are also catered for. Staff will work with parents in the introduction of solid foods. We encourage mothers who are still breast feeding to come into the centre when possible to feed their baby.
Each child has a Parent/ child communication book letting you know your child daily routine. i.e. How long have they slept?
If your child brings food to the centre, please ensure that it is Healthy. The centre does not allow chocolate, chips or any such confectionaries at the centre.
11 New Illawarra Rd Bexley North NSW 2207
Ph: (02) 9150 4060
Please feel free to call us on the number/s above or enter your details in the form below and we will contact you as soon as possible.
Kinderoos believe that parents are an important part of our centre. If you would like to be a part of our day please speak to your child's teacher.
Perhaps you could read a story to the children, do an art and craft activity with them or just spend time in the classroom with the children, it could even be something simple like cutting up fruit for afternoon tea. Be assured that no parent is forced to participate in the centres programme.
Parents will also be asked to attend Parent Advisory Committee Meetings if they wish. These meetings are usually held a few times a year. They are usually run by the parents. These meetings are often a good chance to address any concerns you may have and also offer any suggestions or comments you may have. It also is a good opportunity to meet other parents.
The centre will also hold one Parent/Teacher evenings during the year. Parents are also asked to attend any excursions the centre holds. We will also hold other special events during the year such as a Grandparents day, concerts, morning teas etc.
