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Kindy 2 days a week fee template

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Enrolment Fee: The enrolment fee is a one-off, non-refundable fee payable when you confirm your child’s enrolment. Some families may be exempt from paying the enrolment fee.

Queensland Kindergarten Funding: The Queensland Government provides funding for eligible-aged children (children turning 4 by 30 June, in the year they attend a kindy program) attending a centre delivering a government-approved kindergarten program. This funding allows your eligible-aged child to attend kindergarten for free.

Non-eligible-aged Children: Enrolment priority is given to eligible-age children, but if there are places available, we welcome 3-year-old children to enrol and attend for two years. The Queensland Kindergarten Funding does not apply for 3-year-old children, and the non-eligible kindy daily fee will apply. Please contact us for more information on fees for 3-year-old children and to discuss your family's situation.

Please visit our Kindergarten Fees page for more information

Kindy 5 days a fortnight fee template

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Enrolment Fee: The enrolment fee is a one-off, non-refundable fee payable when you confirm your child’s enrolment. Some families may be exempt from paying the enrolment fee.

Queensland Kindergarten Funding: The Queensland Government provides funding for eligible-aged children (children turning 4 by 30 June, in the year they attend a kindy program) attending a centre delivering a government-approved kindergarten program. This funding allows your eligible-aged child to attend kindergarten for free.

Non-eligible-aged Children: Enrolment priority is given to eligible-age children, but if there are places available, we welcome 3-year-old children to enrol and attend for two years. The Queensland Kindergarten Funding does not apply for 3-year-old children, and the non-eligible kindy daily fee will apply. Please contact us for more information on fees for 3-year-old children and to discuss your family's situation.

Please visit our Kindergarten Fees page for more information.

Childcare fee template

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Enrolment Fee: The enrolment fee is a one-off, non-refundable fee payable when you confirm your child’s enrolment. Some families may be exempt from paying the enrolment fee.

Child Care Subsidy: The Australian Government helps eligible families with the cost of childcare via the Child Care Subsidy (CCS). For more information, please visit Services Australia.

Queensland Kindergarten Funding: The Queensland Government also provides funding for eligible-aged children (children turning 4 by 30 June, in the year they attend a kindy program), attending a centre delivering a government-approved kindergarten program. If eligible, you could receive up to 15 hours of free kindy per week, for 40 weeks.

Flexible Booking Options: C&K offers flexible booking options, designed to help eligible families access and maximise the CCS, and minimise out-of-pocket fees. Our 9 and 10 hour sessions work in with your schedule and start once your child is signed in, not a set start and finish time.

Please visit our Childcare Fees page for more information.

C&K Anne Shearer Kindergarten & Preschool

3 years - 5 years

C&K Anne Shearer Kindergarten & Preschool

Open Week Days
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6 Jun 2026
9:00am - 11:00am AEST
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At C&K Anne Shearer Kindergarten & Preschool, your child will feel safe, make friends, and belong.

C&K Anne Shearer was established in 1957 by Miss Anne Shearer, who founded the kindergarten movement on the Redcliffe Peninsula. We aim to provide an enriched environment where your child can truly grow as an individual and be prepared for the next important step in their life.

C&K Anne Shearer has beautiful, large landscaped gardens providing an open natural learning environment where the children explore, investigate, and extend their learning. Our indoor space fosters child-led experiences and provides many different and inspiring opportunities to play and learn.

Our experienced and passionate educators foster close relationships with families, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive environment. They focus on nurturing your child's curiosity, building their resilience and developing their confidence - all through the joy of learning through play.

At C&K Anne Shearer, we provide an extended hours program until 6pm and a holiday program during Queensland school holidays. These programs are included in your daily fee. We have a 5 days a fortnight program (2 groups to choose from) or a 5 days a week program to choose from.

Visit Kindergarten with Extended Hours for more information.

C&K Anne Shearer is located on Sydney Street in Redcliffe, off Oxley Avenue and next door to Redcliffe Memorial Swimming Pool.

2024 C&K Conference Highlights

22nd August 2024
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On Saturday 20th July, 570 members of the early childhood education sector joined us for the 2024 C&K Conference. Guided by the year’s theme – ‘Everyday Matters: For Every Child. For You. For Impact.’ – we explored how every day moments have the power to make profound differences in the lives of children and the early childhood workforce.

Held on Turrbal and Jaggera Country, Songwoman Maroochy opened the event with a Welcome to Country, before Dr Sandra Cheeseman, CEO of C&K, officially began proceedings.

With the day underway, MC Catharine Hydon introduced the first keynote speaker: international rewilding facilitator Gina Chick, who shared her experiences and insight on developing resilience.

Following a break for morning tea, and with programs at the ready, teachers and educators then had the chance to make the event their own by selecting from a range of breakout sessions available.

The different presentations, workshops and networking opportunities each presented information and discourse on current issues and trends impacting children and the early childhood workforce – equipping attendees with the tools, knowledge and support to continue making a positive impact.

Highlights of the conference were the esteemed keynote presenters and their presentations.

In addition to Gina Chick, attendees also observed a panel discussion on contemporary and future education and societal trends, and heard from Aunty Denise Proud, winner of ECA’s 2023 Barbara Creaser Award, who reflected on her career and impact on early childhood education and care.

Beyond the keynotes, the exhibitor tradeshow was also a highlight! 35 organisations showcased their latest resources, technologies and services – providing attendees with the unique opportunity to purchase resources for their centres, connect with experts and form new collaborations.

Equally as important as the pursuit of knowledge and development is the time for rest and relaxation – and there were several opportunities for attendees throughout the day to do just that with a Quiet Room, therapy dogs, ice cream breaks and much more.

C&K CEO Dr Cheeseman said, 'I’d like to extend my sincere gratitude to all our presenters, sponsors and exhibitors who supported the conference and made the event a resounding success. Delivering a conference of this magnitude demonstrates C&K’s ongoing commitment to developing a highly skilled and informed workforce and enhancing learning outcomes for children.’

Thank you to the dedicated early learning professionals from across Australia for joining us – we look forward to doing it all again next year!

C&K Parkhurst Childcare Centre in Rockhampton is now open!

16th August 2024
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C&K Parkhurst Childcare Centre in Rockhampton opened its door to the community on Monday, 10 June 2024.

After 18 months of dedication and hard work, we were thrilled to welcome our new families through the door. The 136-place childcare centre expands our footprint of centres and is our first turnkey project outside of South-East Queensland. We are immensely proud of our commitment to supporting regional families and their childcare needs.

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Albany Creek Kindergarten

3.5 years - 5 years

Albany Creek Kindergarten

Open Week Days
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6 Jun 2026
10:00am - 11:30am AEST
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At Albany Creek Community Kindergarten, play takes centre stage in your child’s education, where children are given time to explore, discover and learn! Since 1972, Albany Creek Kindergarten has been providing education to children in the local community.

We incorporate a unique Bush Kindy program into each of our Kindy classes and also offer a pre-kindy program. Our passionate teachers and educators are highly qualified and experienced.

Our purpose-built building and expansive outdoor play spaces are designed to nurture children’s development in a caring community environment. Our mission at Albany Creek Kindergarten is to provide children with a play enriched environment and build partnerships with families and the community. We strive for high quality early childhood education and care where we support children to become lifelong learners.

We have four program groups to choose from, so you can enrol your child in a group that best meets your family's needs.

As an affiliated centre of C&K, Albany Creek Kindergarten receives support from C&K as the Central Governing Body but operates as an independent incorporated association managed by a volunteer management committee. Centres affiliated with C&K receive comprehensive support in governance, including managing kindergarten and inclusion funding, training for committees and educators, advice and support regarding inclusion, use of the C&K brand, curriculum approach and resource materials.

C&K Acacia Ridge Kindergarten & Preschool

3.5 years - 5 years

C&K Acacia Ridge Kindergarten & Preschool

Open Week Days
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1 Jun 2026
9:00am - 11:00am AEST
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2 Jun 2026
9:00am - 11:00am AEST
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3 Jun 2026
9:00am - 11:00am AEST
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4 Jun 2026
9:00am - 11:00am AEST
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5 Jun 2026
9:00am - 11:00am AEST
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Welcome to C&K Acacia Ridge, where your child will feel safe, make friends and belong. Our teachers and educators focus on nurturing your child's curiosity, building their resilience and developing their confidence - all through the joy of learning through play.

At C&K Acacia Ridge we have three kindy groups to choose from. All groups ensure children receive the same number of hours of education across the year. The groups are led by an experienced and qualified early childhood teacher. We operate during QLD school terms and are closed for school holidays, public holidays and some pupil free days.

What to pack for childcare

15th August 2024
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If you’re reading this, you are likely gearing up for your child’s first day of childcare. It’s normal for parents, caregivers and children to feel nervous about their first day, and as you start this new journey together, your child’s educators and the rest of the team at C&K will be on hand to support you. Here’s our list of items to pack for childcare and some handy tips.

What to pack for childcare
  • A backpack to carry and store items,
  • A spare change of clothes (as learning through play can get a little messy sometimes!),
  • A wet bag for dirty clothes,
  • A lunchbox with nutritious food for the day (if not provided). Your Centre Director will be able to advise you of any food that will be provided and any food to avoid bringing in case of Allergies at your centre,
  • A wide-brimmed hat, or wide-brimmed legionnaires hat (which includes material to cover the back of the neck),
  • A cot or single-sized bed sheet (if not provided),
  • A water bottle,
  • Enough sterilised bottles and nappies for the day (if applicable),

If you are starting kindergarten with C&K, you’ll also receive a free wide-brimmed hat and t-shirt as a part of your enrolment which you are welcome to pack on the days you attend your centre.

Do I need to label items for childcare?

Yes, all items should be labelled with your child's name so educators can easily determine ownership of items. It also helps your child to learn about their name, and their belongings.

Where do I put items for childcare when I arrive?

When you arrive at childcare, there will be a dedicated space for children to store their bags and a fridge where you can place lunch boxes. Make sure your child knows where their belongings are – let them see where their bag is, and that their food is in the fridge (if applicable).

Visit your centre before your first day

We encourage you to meet your child’s centre Director and Educators before their first day. It's a great way for you and your child to settle any nervous by becoming familiar with your new routine and space. You might like to visit your centre before you start and explore our play areas or participate in one of our “Stay and Play” sessions. Your centre will have a number of orientation activities for your child and family leading up to your child’s first day.

Everything you need to know about Free Kindy

12th August 2024
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About C&K's Kindergarten Program

C&K's government-approved kindergarten program is led by university-qualified teachers for children in the year before they attend school. Children attend kindergarten for 15 hours per week, for the school calendar year (600 hours a year). C&K's quality, structured, play-based kindergarten program focuses on helping children to develop a wide range of essential skills and prepares them for their transition to school.

C&K's community kindergartens are usually open for approximately six hours per day, for example 8:30am to 2:30pm, five days per fortnight (3 days one week and 2 days the following week) but can vary depending on the kindy. A community kindy group has up to 22 children, who are turning four years of age by the end of June.

C&K also has 39 childcare centres that deliver a government-approved kindergarten program for four-year-olds, led by university-qualified teachers.

What is 'Free Kindy'?

At C&K, we are proudly supported by the Queensland Government's kindergarten funding program to deliver our government-approved kindergarten program. In 2024 all eligible-age children can attend a C&K kindergarten centre for 15 hours a week (600 hours a year) for FREE! Places are limited so secure your child's place today and enrol now.

How much does kindergarten cost?

All eligible-age children can attend a C&K kindergarten centre for 15 hours a week (600 hours a year) for free.

A one-off, non-refundable enrolment fee of $100 is required when you complete your enrolment at a C&K branch kindy, to confirm your place. This fee is not subsidised and is issued to cover the administrative costs of your child's enrolment at a C&K branch kindy. However, the enrolment fee can be waived if you are an eligible concession care holder. Please discuss this with your centre's Director.

Who is eligible for Free Kindy?

You can check your child's eligibility for Free Kindy by checking the criteria 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 below 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.

If your child does not meet the eligibility criteria above, the non-eligible enrolment kindergarten fee will apply.

Does Free Kindy apply to childcare centres?

If your eligible-age (turning 4 by 30 June 2024) child is enrolled in a C&K childcare centre where they participate in a government-approved kindergarten program you will be eligible to receive 15 hours per week of free kindy for 40 weeks per year (up to a maximum 600 hours per year).

Children aged 4 years old by 30 June in the year they attend kindy are also called ‘Eligible age’ or ‘Target age’.

Graphic visual showing how childcare subsidy works
When should my child attend kindy?

The below table shows the year the Queensland government recommends your child attends kindergarten. You can wait list your child at a C&K kindergarten up to 4 years in advance. Enrolment offers are made between May and July the year before your child attends.

What if I want my 3-year-old to go to kindergarten?

Priority is given to eligible-aged children but if there are places available, we are happy to have 3 year old children at kindy and attend for 2 years. FREE kindy does not apply for 3 year old children, and the non-eligible enrolment kindergarten fee will apply. Please contact your local C&K centre for more information on fees for 3 year olds and to discuss your child and your family’s situation.

Year bornKindy year
1 July 2020 to 30 June 20212025
1 July 2021 to 30 June 20222026
1 July 2022 to 30 June 20232027
1 July 2023 to 30 June 20242028
1 July 2024 to 30 June 20252029

For more information, contact us or visit the Queensland Government's Free Kindy Website.

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