Operating Hours
- Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm
Rooms
- Room 1: Nursery (6 weeks to 15 months)
- Room 2: Nursery (15 months to 2 years)
- Room 3: Toddlers (2 to 2.5 year olds - dependant on birth date)
- Room 4: Pre-Kindy (2.5 to 3.5 year olds - dependant on birth date)
- Room 5: Kindy (3.5 to 5 year olds - dependant on birth date)
Location
We are situated in the very pleasant community of Cotton Tree. We are nestled between the local Library, tennis court and lawn bowl clubs, diagonal to the centre are the Neighbourhood Centre and the Cotton Tree Community Gardens. The beach and Cotton Tree Surf Club are a pleasant walk down the road, as are the local shops.
Welcome to C&K Cotton Tree
At C&K Cotton Tree Childcare Centre, we welcome children from 6 weeks of age to 5 years old and provide care and early learning five days a week from 7:00am to 6:00pm.
C&K Cotton Tree has been a fixture in the community for 40 years and originally opened its doors in May 1976. It is a purpose built Childcare Centre with 5 rooms. We have a dining room, a great space where the children sit, talk and eat with the educators. The room is also used for celebrations, workshops and special events.
The local community are supportive with our fundraising ventures and the Centre in return supports the local businesses and purchase goods locally.
There are four specific allocated parking bays directly in front of the Centre. There is additional centre isle parking and parking to the side of the building (which is shared with patrons of the library, tennis and lawn bowl clubs).
Nappies are provided for all children who are not yet toilet trained or are in the process of toilet training. When you are ready for your child to progress to toileting independence, our staff are more than willing to support you and your child on this journey.
Inclusions
- Flexible booking options (read more).
- Storypark
- C&K Hat
- C&K Shirt (kindergarten children)
- Nappies and wipes
- Sunscreen
- Food provided (morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea)
Infant and Toddler Approach
At C&K we are exploring new approaches for the educators that care for and educate our littlest people at C&K childcare centres. The Infant and Toddler approach, which we have developed, is all about being in the moment with your child. Our philosophy for this age group is to “slow down” and be in the moment with your child to allow them the opportunity to learn and discover at their own pace. We are focused on spending one-on-one time with babies and toddlers and developing deep and trusting relationships with each individual child.
Child-Led Learning
No two days are the same at C&K Cotton Tree. Each day’s learning is driven by the interests and ideas of the children. The spacious and natural environments within our centre are thoughtfully planned and well resourced, with opportunities to meet the needs and interests of all children who attend. This is achieved through the provision of combined indoor and outdoor play opportunities throughout the day. Play offers children many opportunities to develop friendships, explore, solve problems, help others, imagine, create, and extend on their interests.
Community Spirit
Community spirit is important to us at C&K Cotton Tree. We foster strong ties to the local community and encourage parent involvement in the daily operations of the centre. We often hold and partake in community events and love connecting with local businesses and groups around us.
Book a Tour
We welcome you and your child to come and visit and explore our centre. Please contact us directly to confirm a suitable time.