Sandybeach Childcare and Early Learning Centre is a small friendly centre for children 0-5 years,widely known for its welcoming staff and the warm,caring and positive environment created for children. Experienced,qualified Childrens’Services staff provide a curriculum and program based on the five goals of national Early Years Learning Framework. We are a Department of Education and Early Childhood Development registered facility and also an accredited Asthma Friendly Facility.
| You do not have to be attending Sandybeach Centre classes to use the service. Our centre is open to all parents and carers,but childcare is subject to availability,so contact the Co-ordinator on 9598 2155 as soon as possible. Centre is closed for all Public Holidays. |
Term Dates 2012
Term 1:Monday 30 January - Friday 30 March
Term 2:Monday 16 April - Friday 29 June
Session Times
8.30am-12.30pm Monday to Friday
Regular Fees
- Full rate per session is $36.00 Payment for the entire term is required 3 weeks before the term begins.
- Pension and Health Care card holders:cost is $24 per session.
- Students enrolled in our education programs who meet criteria for a Government subsidised place:$24 per session on days your course is scheduled. Other days charged at full rate.
School Holiday Service
Monday 2 April to Thursday 5 April –(Good Friday 6 April)
Tuesday 10 April to Friday 13 April –(Easter Monday 9 April)
Monday 2 July to Friday 13 July
The school holiday service operates subject to demand. Preference is given to children attending the centre during school terms.
Bookings are essential. Preference is given to children who attend the Centre’s Childcare during school terms.
Cost:$36 per session.
Casual and Emergency Childcare
If you need casual care,please call the Co-ordinator on 9598 2155 to inquire about availability.
Cost per session:$36
Orientation to Childcare &Early Learning Centre
You are invited to stay for as long as it takes you and your child to feel relaxed and confident about separating. The orientation is also an opportunity for you to get to know our staff and build a partnership in the care and education of your child.
You are welcome to make an appointment to spend half an hour in the Centre with your child before you make the decision to enrol. Call the Co-ordinator on 9598 2155 to arrange a suitable appointment time.
Childcare Qualification
Anyone wanting to work in a Victorian childcare centre,now requires the nationally recognised Certificate III in Children’s Services. This course is available at Sandybeach Centre. Please click the link below for more information.
