Contact Details:
Black Dog Drive Kindergarten
14-16 Black Dog Drive,
Brookfield, 3338
Melways Ref: 336 G12
Phone: 9971 5093
Fax: 9971 5093
Email: blackdog.drive.kin@kindergarten.vic.gov.au
About the Centre:
| TEACHERS: |
Jennifer (4A & 3yo) & Margaret (4B) |
| ASSISTANTS: | Sue & Debra |
Black Dog Drive Kindergarten offers two 4 year old groups and a 3 year old group.
The kindergarten is part of a Victorian Government pilot project offering 15 hours of kindergarten per week for the 4 year old program.
2011 Session Times:
4 year old kindergarten – 15 hours per week
Group A
| Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: |
8.30am – 12.15pm 1.00pm – 4.45pm 8.30am – 12.15pm 1.00pm – 4.45pm |
Group B
| Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: |
1.00pm – 4.45pm 8.30am – 12.15pm 1.00pm – 4.45pm 8.30am – 12.15pm |
3 year old kindergarten – 3 hours per week
3YO
| Friday: | 9.00am – 12.00pm |
| 2011 Term Fees: | 4YO | $175 per term |
| 3YO | $160 per term |
BPA Children’s Services sets annual fees based on the shortfall between Government funding and the operating costs of the centre.
Fee Subsidy for Low Income Families:
As per State Government Policy, Concession Card Holders are entitled to 10.75 hrs per week of free kindergarten in the four year old program only. The concession card must be sighted by a member of BPA Children’s Services staff when requested. Failure to show a valid concession card will result in full fees being charged. There is no subsidy for three year old programs.
Centre Philosophy:
This kindergarten philosophy has been developed by the kindergarten staff to provide a holistic approach to children, families and the Black Dog Drive Kindergarten community. It has been influenced by the National Early Years Framework – Being, Belonging and Becoming. The philosophy aims to provide families and community members with an overview of the quality program offered by Black Dog Drive Kindergarten. This philosophy has been developed with the assistance of the Melton Shire Early Years Plan recognising Early Years Education as preparation for life.
In relation to children:
- Each child is valued for who they are as individuals, regardless of ability, culture, religious belief or gender.
- Children are encouraged to express their ideas. Their thoughts are respected and the children’s interests are extended.
- Play is an important avenue for learning and enjoyment, which allows children to investigate, explore and manipulate their environment. Play encourages the development of knowledge.
- The children are encouraged to be independent.
In relation to families and the community:
- Our program shall reflect the culturally diverse nature of the community; and aim to build reciprocal relationships with families and community.
- The program reflects the children’s interests and experiences, allowing for emergent play and intentional teaching to occur.
- The children’s behaviour is guided in a positive way, responsive to their needs.
- Of importance is the development of children’s self confidence, sense of self esteem and pride in their achievements, making their learning meaningful.
- Our holistic approach places emphasis on the child’s physical, social, cognitive and emotional development.
- The children’s learning is enhanced with the support of their peers and guided by the teachers. A reflective approach inviting parent and family knowledge is incorporated.
- Families are to be informed to the educational goals. There shall be communication between families and teachers. We value and encourage and value families ideas and suggestions.
Enrolment:
Four Year Old Kindergarten
To be eligible for four year old kindergarten a child must turn four years of age on or before 30th of April in the year of attendance.
To enrol your child in 4 year old kindergarten, please collect a form from the kindergarten or Melton Shire Council who runs the Central Enrolment system.
Specific enquiries can be directed to:
Tania Brock (Melton Shire Council Central Enrolment Officer) on 9747 7284 or taniab@melton.vic.gov.au
Three Year Old Kindergarten
To be eligible for 3 year old kindergarten a child must turn three years of age on or before 30th April in the year of attendance.
Children CANNOT commence before they turn three years of age.
THOSE CHILDREN OFFERED A PLACE BUT TURN THREE AFTER THE START OF TERM 1 (AND PRIOR TO 30TH APRIL), MAY HOLD A PLACE FOR THAT CHILD BY PAYING THE TERM 1 FEES IN FULL.
To enrol your child in 3 year old kindergarten, please collect a form from the kindergarten or BPA Children’s Services who runs the Enrolment system for Three Year Old Kindergarten.
Enquiries can be directed to Raylee Waters on 9312-3689 or
enrol@bpachildrenservices.com
To download a form click on the following link: BPA Children’s Services – Enrolment Form
Please fill this form to contact Black Dog Drive Kindergarten
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