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All our kindergartens deliver C&K's quality kindergarten program. Kindergarten, also known as pre-prep or preschool, is a program for children who are turning 4 by June 30 in the year before they attend school. C&K’s kindy programs are government-approved and led by experienced and university qualified teachers. Our program supports children’s curiosity, creativity, problem solving, resilience and real-world knowledge and skills.
At C&K, we know that children do not learn in isolation, so we approach learning as a collaborative relationship between teachers, educators, children and families. We believe children are powerful learners, active citizens, thinkers and theorisers - this is at the heart of our early childhood curriculum. We've designed our indoor and outdoor spaces to ignite imaginations and nurture healthy minds and bodies. Learning through play is an integral part of our education program. Our educators skilfully enrich and extend children's playexperiences, creating a learning program that is tailored and meaningful for your child.
Your child’s learning journey is shared with you via conversations with your child’s educators, through written documentation and through Storypark (an app and website).
Highfields & District Kindergarten
Highfields Kindergarten is focused on nurturing and play-based learning for children aged 3.5 to 5. We emphasise holistic development, combining education with social and emotional growth.
Led by experienced Early Childhood Teachers, the program offers a consistent, nurturing environment in well-equipped indoor and outdoor spaces. Children attend with the same group daily, fostering strong relationships. The not-for-profit kindergarten values community involvement, with families participating in decision-making. Profits are reinvested to enhance educational resources, and staff are passionate professionals with decades of experience.
At Highfield Kindergarten, we have 4 kindy groups to choose from, and offer After Kindy Care to 5:30pm, so you can enrol your child in a group that best meets your family's needs.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Highfields 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.
Harty Street Kindergarten
Harty Street Kindergarten, established in 1953, offers a nurturing, play-based learning environment aligned with C&K's values. Originally named St. Stephen’s Kindergarten, it became independent in 1964, moving to its current location in Coorparoo.
The kindergarten features an expansive, natural playground fostering exploration, physical activity, and emotional growth. Harty Street is committed to creating an inclusive, stimulating atmosphere that encourages children's development across physical, social, emotional, and cognitive domains.
Our warm, caring and degree-qualified early childhood educators are dedicated to ensuring your child enjoys and benefits from their kindergarten year. At Harty Street Kindergarten, your child will be nurtured and protected and will grow into a lifelong learner.
At Harty Street Kindergarten, we have 4 kindergarten groups to choose from, with varying start and finish times, so you can enrol your child in a group that best meets your family's needs. Of course, all of our groups meet the required 600 hours of attendance in the year.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Harty Street 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.
Please go to www.hartyst.org.au for further information on our programs.
Happy Valley Community Kindergarten
Welcome to Warekila - Happy Valley Kindergarten, where we are very proud to be rated "Exceeding" by ACECQA. Happy Valley Kindy was established in 1967 and is affiliated with C&K. As a non-profit community kindergarten, we are run by a management committee of parent volunteers. Our centre is committed to maintaining a welcoming early learning environment, whilst nurturing each child to fulfil their potential. We provide a stimulating, challenging and safe space – where families, staff and children can research, grow and discover together. 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 Happy Valley Kindy, we have two kindy groups to choose from. All groups ensure children receive the same number of hours of education across the year. The groups have a maximum of 24 children and 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.
We welcome children who are four years old, or turning four by the 30th June of the year they attend kindy. If you would like early entry/pre-kindy, this is offered during term 4 of the year before enrolment, if we have vacancies. Please contact the centre director to discuss any early entry requests.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Happy Valley 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.
Gundala Community Kindergarten
Welcome to Gundala Community Kindergarten. We are a one-unit kindergarten which was established in 1977 in response to the commitment and activism of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents who wanted their children to have the same access to early childhood education that was afforded to other children.
Located on Quandamooka Country for the last 30 years, Gundala is growing into our vision of being a blueprint for inter-generational success.
We get to be powerful contributors to our community by offering early childhood services that holistically respond to the needs and aspirations of our little children and families, a place embedded within cultural knowledge systems that are guided by our Ancestral wisdom, empowered by the needs of our children, ad inspired by the aspirations of our families.
At Gundala Community Kindergarten, we provide a 3 day a week kindy program for children.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Gundala 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.
Gunalda & District Kindergarten
Welcome to Gunalda and District 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 teaching staff 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 Gunalda and District 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 Gunalda and District Kindergarten, we offer two kindy programs to choose from. Group 1 is held on Tuesday and Wednesday and Group 2 is held on Thursday and Friday.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Gunalda and 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.
Estelle Cardiff Community Kindergarten
Welcome to Estelle Cardiff 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 from three to five years and establish a love of life-long learning. Our purpose-built building and expansive outdoor play spaces 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 Estelle Cardiff 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 life-long learners.
Estelle Cardiff Community Kindergarten is a welcoming, not-for-profit kindergarten located in Mount Isa, offering a calm, inclusive and play-based learning environment where every child is valued and supported to thrive. We believe children learn best when they feel safe, connected and respected. Our experienced teaching team works closely with families to create a nurturing, home-like environment that supports children’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.
A highlight of our program is Bush Kindy, where children learn through outdoor and nature-based experiences such as gardening, caring for chickens, using real tools safely, exploring the local environment and developing a strong connection to Country. These experiences build confidence, resilience, curiosity and wellbeing.
Estelle Cardiff is committed to inclusive practice, recognising and celebrating each child’s strengths, interests, culture and identity. We work in partnership with families and community services to ensure all children feel a sense of belonging and are supported to learn and grow at their own pace. At Estelle Cardiff, children are known, supported and encouraged to develop a lifelong love of learning within a strong, caring community.
At Estelle Cardiff Community Kindergarten, we have two kindy groups to choose from - The Brolga and Emu groups. All groups ensure children receive the same number of hours of education across the year. The groups have a maximum of 22 children and 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.
Estelle Cardiff Community Kindergarten offers a subsidised or FREE pre-kindy program for three-year-olds in term 3 and 4, 2026 (if positions are available). To be eligible for this program, children need to have turned three by 30 June 2023.Your three-year-old child can attend Estelle Cardiff kindy's high-quality community kindergarten program alongside four-year-olds. Attending kindergarten provides learning opportunities for your child in a safe and nurturing environment, including building relationships with teachers and growing their confidence and social skills to engage with other children.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Estelle Cardiff 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.
Forestview Community Kindergarten
Welcome to Forestview 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 from 3 to 5 years and establish a love of life-long learning.
Our purpose-built building and expansive outdoor play spaces 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 Forestview 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 life-long learners.
Having educated over 2,500 children since its establishment over 50 years ago, we provide the highest quality education and care to the Bundaberg community.
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, Forestview 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.
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