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Sherwood Community Kindergarten
Welcome to Sherwood Community Kindergarten. Established in 1958, Sherwood Community Kindergarten has been providing high quality early education for more than 60 years. At Sherwood Community Kindergarten we are passionate about educating and caring for our pre-prep aged children through play that encourages, supports and challenges children with fun, friendship and learning. All within an environment where each child feels valued, safe and supported.
We are lucky to be located in a lovely street next to Hives Park, Sherwood. Our kindergarten has been designed to provide generous spaces for children to play, inside and outside, in our large natural play area. Sherwood Kindergarten is a not-for-profit community kindergarten and is guided by a management committee made up of family volunteers. Families make our kindergarten special and we always encourage families to be involved in our Kindy program on a daily basis.
We are positive your child will enjoy their time here with us and look forward to sharing time with you and your family as well. We offer an open invitation to families to play an active role in the centre and input to our programming.
We have 2 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, Sherwood Community 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.
Rosewood & District Community Kindergarten
At Rosewood and District Community Kindergarten, we believe that early childhood is a critical learning period in children’s lives and that play is the essential learning vehicle to explore, problem solve, develop friendships, imagine and extend capabilities. We recognise that this is best achieved in a natural environment supported by parents, educators and our local community.
The Rosewood and District Community Kindergarten has proudly stood on the site of 54 John Street since its opening in 1963. Early in the 1950’s, Rosewood Shire Council became amalgamated with Moreton Shire Council.
At Rosewood and District Community Kindergarten, we have 2 kindy 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, Rosewood and District Community 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.
Roderick Street Community Kindergarten
Roderick Street Community Kindergarten aims to help your child cultivate a lifelong love of learning as well as develop socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually.
Our vision is to be the first choice kindergarten for a thriving community of lifelong learners, and our mission is to provide all children access to quality education within a play based, caring and supportive environment.
Our kindergarten is located on a huge half acre block at 4 Cribb Street Sadliers Crossing, in the heart of Ipswich's education precinct. We are across the road from Blair State School, and just a stone's throw away from Ipswich Boys Grammar and St Marys.
At Roderick Street Community Kindergarten, we have 2 kindy 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, Roderick Street Community 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.
Raceview Congregational Preschool & Kindergarten
Welcome to Raceview Congregational Kindergarten. The Kindergarten is part of the Raceview Congregational Church which has been serving the Raceview and Ipswich community for over a 150 years. As a community Kindergarten it has its own operations committee which includes members of staff and members of Kindy families. As part of the church community, however, our Kindy families also have access to various support networks and other children and family activities.
The Kindy operates within the core values of the church in that we aim to ensure that every child and Kindy family will feel safe, cared for, loved, valued, nurtured and supported while a part of the Kindy community.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Raceview Congregational 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.
Nanango & District Kindergarten
Welcome to Nanango & District Kindergarten, where we offer a unique kindergarten program where your child can feel at home. Our government-approved program is centred around a living and learning community that values children as competent and capable individuals. This play-based curriculum helps children to socialise, build confidence, and develop communication and early literacy and numeracy skills to ensure your child is school-ready.
Nanango Kindergarten was opened in 1963 as a non for profit community kindergarten, celebrating 60 wonderful years of service to our community in 2023. Our centre is known for its dedicated and friendly staff as well as beautiful indoor and outdoor learning spaces and gardens.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Nanango & District 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.
Murilla Kindergarten
Welcome to Murilla Kindergarten. Murilla Kindergarten is a nurturing and vibrant early childhood education center dedicated to fostering a love for learning in young children. Located in a supportive community, the kindergarten offers a play-based curriculum that encourages creativity, exploration, and social interaction. With a focus on developing essential skills through engaging activities, Murilla Kindergarten provides a safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive.
The dedicated staff is committed to partnering with families to ensure each child's unique needs are met, promoting holistic development and preparing them for future educational success. Through a range of programs and community events, Murilla Kindergarten aims to create lasting memories and connections for children and their families.
We have one group, with free kindy and free pre-kindy for eligible children.
As an affiliated centre of C&K,Murilla 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.
Maclagan Windermere Kindergarten
Welcome to Maclagan Windermere Community Kindergarten. A place where play takes centre stage in your child’s education and where children are given time to explore, discover and learn! Maclagan Windermere Kindergarten was founded in 1970 as a non-profit community educational centre. The Kindergarten premises are kindly donated by the late Mr James Monaghan whose overwhelming generosity of the use of the building.
Our centre is celebrated for its grounds and beautiful outdoor and indoor play areas. Spaces are designed to allow your child to explore, pretend, reflect, run and play - all the essentials for a happy childhood. Maclagan Windermere Kindergarten provides access to quality early education and care in a supportive community environment to children from Maclagan, Acland, Quinalow, Kaimkillenbun, Peranga, Kulpi, Cooyar, Evergreen and surrounding areas. Our qualified and dedicated professional staff work in partnership with parents in a caring, safe and inspiring environment to provide experiences that lay the foundations for life-long learning.
We are a one-program kindy offering free kindy for eligible age children.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Maclagan Windermere 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.
Lowood & District Community Kindergarten
Welcome to Lowood and District Community Kindergarten, a place where play takes centre stage in your child’s education and where children are given time to explore, discover and learn.
Our passionate teachers and teaching assistants are highly qualified and experienced. They are experts in teaching children aged 3 to 5 and help them develop a love of lifelong learning.
Our learning spaces and expansive outdoor play areas are designed to nurture children’s development in a caring community environment. Children have the stability of the same teachers and the same children attending kindy every day of their attendance. This allows us to offer continuity and extension of learning for each child, from one day to the next.
Our mission at Lowood and District Community 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.
At Lowood and District Community Kindergarten, we have 2 kindy 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, Lowood and District Community 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.
Little Miracles Community Kindergarten
Welcome to Little Miracles Community Kindergarten. A place where play takes centre stage in your child’s education and where children are given time to explore, discover and learn.
Little Miracles Community Kindergarten was first established in response to the needs of the families from Our Lady of Lourdes Parish and other families in the community. A committee formed in 2006 and commenced the huge task of opening a brand new kindergarten. As a result, Little Miracles Community Kindergarten opened its doors in 2007.
Our mission at Little Miracles Community 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.
At Little Miracles Community Kindergarten, we have 3 kindy 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, Little Miracles Community 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.
Little Country Kids Club
Welcome to the Little Country Kids Club, Cecil Plains. A place where play takes centre stage in your child’s education and where children are given time to explore, discover and learn.
Little Country Kids Club is a non-profit community based limited hours care and kindergarten program (on the same day) located half an hour from Dalby, 40 minutes from Pittsworth and Millmerran and an hour west of Toowoomba. We believe in the intrinsic and unique abilities of each child, the significant importance of families as a child’s first teacher and role of the community in the growth and development of each and every being.
At Little Country Kids Club, we offer a 5 day fortnight kindergarten program.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Little Country Kids Club 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.