To place your name down on our waiting list, please contact or visit the centre where we will take down all your details. We kindly ask you to call the centre every 3 months to update us on your requirements to remain on the list.
When a position becomes available we will contact you and invite you to come for an Orientation. We will ask you to bring along the enrolment form along with a copy of the child’s immunisation and birth certificate. A refundable deposit on commencement, of two weeks care is required to secure the placement.
This is a great opportunity for you all to familiarize yourselves with the centre and educators. Any questions can be asked and you will be shown the routine on arrival and departure.
Waiting List
Orientation
To enable children to feel safe & secure and to set the foundations for a trusting partnership we feel that it is necessary for the family to attend orientation visits.
When planning an orientation process for a family the following issues may be considered:
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The cultural and/or linguistic background for families from non-English speaking backgrounds (external support may be required)
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The family’s need in relation to work or other commitments
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The family’s pervious knowledge or experience of other children’s services
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Any additional needs of the child and/or their family
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The child’s age
The orientation process for the 2-3 year old room is encouraged to be as long as possible to allow ample time for both the child and families to become accustomed to childcare. The 2-3 year old room is often the first experience for families in leaving their child in care. We use the orientation visits as an opportunity to share information such as unique cues, routine and settling techniques that will assist your child and support them in the transition to our Service.
The 3-6 year olds are encouraged to attend the Service for orientation visits at least twice before they start. To facilitate opportunities for successful information exchange between the Service and families the Service offers a number of strategies to support the orientation process these include:
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One-on-one meetings with families during the orientation process to exchange information
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Inviting families to visit the Service and participate in the program at a time mutually suitable to both parties before the child starts at the Service
The Service’s objective is to ensure that orientation programs are successful in meeting individual needs of children and families. Orientation is available at any time throughout the year.
