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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).
East Street Community Kindergarten & Preschool
Welcome to East Street Kindergarten. At the C&K East Street Community Kindergarten & Preschool, we believe that children need time to be children. Our highest priority is what is best for children - not private shareholders. All profits from our services are reinvested in children and the community. We live by our defining statement: Where children come first, by ensuring our children receive the highest quality education and care possible.
International studies consistently confirm the four essential elements needed for a child's optimal emotional, physical and intellectual growth and development. These are:
These studies validate our centre’s long-held, core belief that a play-based early years education and care environment, supported by parents and the greater community, is crucial for a child's best possible development.
At East Street Kindergarten, we have four 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 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.
Dysart Kindergarten
Welcome to Dysart Kindergarten. Dysart Kindergarten is a single unit community run centre affiliated with C&K. It is celebrated for its grounds and beautiful outdoor play area. Children enjoy playing and learning in our sandpit, in the rocky creek bed, on the wooden fort, on the obstacle course, in the tunnel and with the water pump in our digging patch. These areas are designed to allow children to explore, pretend, reflect, run and play.
We are a well-resourced kindy, with fantastic toys and learning equipment for indoor play sessions as well. Inside, children create beautiful artworks, play imaginatively with their friends, construct, play with literacy and numeracy concepts, dance and sing.
At Dysart Kindergarten, we have four 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 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.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Dysart 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.
Dimbulah Community Kindergarten and Childcare
At Dimbulah Community Kindergarten and Childcare, we welcome families from the Dimbulah and surrounding areas who are seeking education and care for their children.Dimbulah Community Kindergarten was officially opened on 4th September 1993 by an enthusiastic and dedicated group of parents. The Limited Hours Childcare service opened on 8th October 2004 and merged with the kindy under the one approved provider on 1st January 2024.We respectfully acknowledge the Mbarbaram and Djungan people, the Traditional Owners of the land on which our centre is situated, along with the diverse multicultural community who enrich our service. We believe that children learn through play and assist every child in developing their understanding and respect for themselves and others in a safe and caring environment. We believe that families are a child's first teachers and are critically important in the education of their children. We believe our dedicated and consistent staff are an integral part of each child’s development and education.We operate during QLD school terms and are closed for school holidays, public holidays and pupil-free days (kindy only).As an affiliated centre of C&K, Dimbulah Community Kindergarten and Childcare 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.
Deadly Kindy Jajumbora
Welcome to Deadly Kindy Jajumbora. Community spirit is important to us at our Deadly Kindy Jajumbora. We foster strong ties to the local community by encouraging our parents involvement in the daily operations of the kindergarten. Located in the Child and Family Centre, we often hold and take part in community events, love connecting with local businesses and groups around us and taking the children on excursions out into the local community.
At Deadly Kindy Jajumbora, 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 20 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.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Deadly Kindy Jajumbora 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.
Deadly Kindy Gundoo Mirra
Deadly Kindy Gundoo Mirra is a kindergarten for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander kids. Our kindys promote community, family, play and culture. Our playground is an important part of our curriculum. Your children will have the benefit of beautiful playground and natural setting which has been designed to enhance children’s gross motor development. The children observe the lizards that wander into the yard. They learn about the bush tucker garden and participate in gardening experiences throughout the year. They use the seedpods from the trees to count and for craft. The playground has quiet areas for resting and relaxing and active areas for ball games, climbing, sand play, obstacle courses, swings and much more. We also have a yarning circle where the kids love to meet to tell stories and read books.
At Deadly Kindy Gundoo Mirra, 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 20 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.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Deadly Kindy Gundoo Mirra 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.
Deadly Kindy Burragah
Welcome to Deadly Kindy Burragah! This Deadly Kindy is supported by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Services (ATSICHS). ATSICHS is one of the largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations in Queensland, and the second oldest community controlled organisation in Australia, established in 1973. ATSICHS aims to focus on increasing the attendance rates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in kindergarten through respectful partnerships and quality community engagement.
To compliment the desire for quality outcomes for children, ATSICHS also provides a suite of allied health and child health services available through their clinics to you and your child while attending the service, including dental clinics, audiology, occupational therapy, child psychology, speech pathology, and dieticians.
At Deadly Kindy Burragah, 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 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.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Deadly Kindy Burragah 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.
Dalby Daycare Centre & Stuart Street Kindergarten
Welcome to Stuart Street Kindergarten. Stuart Street Kindergarten is a community owned centre, which was established in 1972. We offer 2 five-day fortnight programs. One group attends every Monday, Tuesday and alternating Wednesday. The other group attends every Thursday/Friday and alternating Wednesday. Hours are from 8:45-2:45 daily and office hours after 2:45pm. Stuart Street Kindergarten runs during school terms. Under the National Quality Framework, our centre was rated as "EXCEEDING" the National Quality Standard. Our centre has a stimulating indoor and outdoor environment that offer a range of opportunities for children to learn through play.
At Sturt Street Kindergarten, we have two kindy groups to choose from. 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.
As an affiliated centre of C&K, Stuart 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.
Craigslea Kindergarten & Preschool
Welcome to Craigslea Kindergarten, where we provide a play-based learning environment to inspire children to grow, explore and make sense of the world. Our gentle and caring teachers deliver the curriculum to students in a way that encourages confidence and resilience. Meaningful relationships with children and their families are fundamental to our philosophy; we value a nurturing, healthy environment for the wellbeing of all. We believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity. Our kindy has a long history of community participation, and the team at Craigslea kindy offer an experienced approach and balanced environment for your child's learning.
At Craigslea Kindergarten, 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 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. As an affiliated centre of C&K, Craigslea 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.
Cooktown Kindergarten
Welcome to C&K Cooktown Kindergarten, a place where play takes centre stage in your child’s education and where children are given time to explore, discover and learn! We pride ourselves on acknowledging and respecting the culture, background and history of each individual child and their family. We want to ensure that each of these individual needs are respected and considered in all aspects of our service. We believe that children learn best through play, and need to develop an understanding and respect for themselves and others.
Our centre has a free bus service that is available to all C&K Cooktown children who do not have transport of their own.
At Cooktown Kindergarten, 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 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.
Cooktown Kindergarten offers a subsidised pre-kindy program for three-year-olds in term 4, 2024. To be eligible for this program, children need to have turned three by 30 June 2024.Your three-year-old child can attend Cooktown 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, Cooktown 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.
Collinsville & Scottville Community Kindergarten
Welcome to C&K Collinsville & Scottville Community Kindergarten, where we have been servicing the community for over 50 years. A place where play takes centre stage in your child’s education and where children are given time to explore, discover and learn! We offer a Government Approved Kindergarten Funded Program, and 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.
At C&K Collinsville & Scottville Community Kindergarten, we have one kindy group. 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.
C&K Collinsville & Scottville Community Kindergarten offers a subsidised pre-kindy program for three-year-olds in term 4, 2024. To be eligible for this program, children need to have turned three by 30 June 2024.Your three-year-old child can attend C&K C&K Collinsville & Scottville 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, Collinsville & Scottsville 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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