Childcare and kindergarten in Waterford, QLD
Community Kids Waterford offers long day care and a Kindergarten program for children aged 15 months to school age, conveniently located for families in Waterford West, Waterford, Loganlea and Bethania.
Expansive outdoor learning spaces
Children can explore three age-appropriate outdoor learning spaces featuring veggie gardens, a climbing fort, bikes and open areas for play, movement and discovery.
Play-based indoor environments
Our indoor learning spaces are designed for play-based learning, with updated resources, natural materials and interactive whiteboards in the Kindergarten room.
Long-standing educator team
Our long-standing team of educators creates a calm and welcoming environment for children and families. Familiar faces and strong relationships help children feel a real sense of belonging.
Government-approved Kindergarten program
Our Government-approved Kindergarten program is delivered by a Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher. Children build confidence, independence, social skills and early learning foundations as they prepare for school.
Individual Learning Plans for every child
We create Individual Learning Plans for each child, based on their interests, strengths and developmental goals, and partner with families to regularly review and update each plan.
Excursions and community connections
Children enjoy excursions and community connections, including walks, visits to the local school library and regular visits from community guests such as librarians, emergency services and performers.
Fresh meals prepared daily
Fresh meals are prepared daily to support children’s healthy growth, wellbeing and energy for learning. Our menus include balanced meals and snacks throughout the day and cater for allergies and individual dietary requirements.
Stay connected through our family app
Families receive daily updates and photos through our family app, helping them stay connected to their child’s learning, routines and experiences. It is a simple way to see what your child is enjoying and achieving each day.
Secure your place today
Book a tour to experience the centre and confirm availability for your child.
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Age-appropriate early learning
We provide learning experiences tailored to each stage of your child’s development. Our programs are guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and designed to support children’s wellbeing, confidence and growing independence.
15 months to 2.5 years
Toddlers
In our Toddlers room, the main learning goal is to build trusting relationships that support children’s development and wellbeing.
Our dedicated educators create a secure and supportive environment where children feel safe, valued and confident to explore. Each child is supported through an Individual Learning Plan, with opportunities to build strong bonds with educators and develop positive social interactions with peers.
In this room, children are encouraged to:
- Build trusting relationships with dedicated educators
- Feel safe, secure and valued in a supportive environment
- Develop confidence to explore and learn
- Connect with peers through positive social interactions
- Build early social and emotional skills
- Take part in learning experiences guided by their Individual Learning Plan
2.5 to 4 years
Junior Kindy
In our Junior Kindy room, the main learning goals are to explore the natural environment and develop self-help skills.
Children are encouraged to engage with nature, build curiosity and develop a love for the outdoors. Educators provide hands-on experiences that help children discover the world around them, while supporting their growing independence in everyday routines.
In this room, children are encouraged to:
- Explore the natural environment through hands-on experiences
- Build curiosity and a love for the outdoors
- Develop self-help skills and confidence in basic self-care tasks
- Practise dressing, washing hands and managing belongings
- Build independence through guided activities and supportive interactions
- Develop a lifelong appreciation for the environment
4 to 5 years
Kindergarten
Our 4-year-old Kindergarten room offers a Queensland Government-approved Kindergarten program led by an experienced Early Childhood Teacher.
The main learning goals are to support children as they work through emotions, strengthen self-help skills and begin developing early writing skills. Educators help children understand and manage their feelings, navigate social interactions and build emotional resilience.
In this room, children are encouraged to:
- Understand and manage their emotions
- Navigate social interactions with growing confidence
- Build emotional resilience
- Strengthen self-help skills in daily routines
- Take responsibility for tasks such as dressing, eating and organising belongings
- Develop early literacy skills, including writing and letter recognition
- Build a strong foundation for school
We’re all about healthy, nutritious eating
Thanks to the in-house chef at our Waterford child care centre, your child can expect healthy, nutritious, and yummy meals. We offer a rotating seasonal menu, providing breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack freshly made daily. We cater to all dietary requirements, including halal.
Fees
The Child Care Subsidy can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family’s entitlements.
Nursery
0 – 2 years
$157.65/day
Toddler
2 – 4 years
$156.60/day
Kindergarten
4 – 5 years
$155.45/day
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Frequently asked questions
A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family’s schedule. Click here to book a tour online.
On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You’ll be able to see all the rooms and playgrounds, ask the team members any questions you have in mind, and get all the information you need to make the best decision for your child.
Enrolling is simple, and our Family Support Team will guide you through each step.
First, find your local centre and book a tour so you can meet the team and explore the learning environment. If the centre is the right fit and a place is available, you’ll receive an enrolment offer for your child. If a place is not currently available in your child’s age group, we can add your child to the waitlist and keep you updated.
To finalise your enrolment, you’ll complete an online enrolment form through a secure link sent by our Family Support Team. You’ll also need to provide key details and documents, including your child’s birth certificate, Medicare details, immunisation history statement and, if eligible, your Child Care Subsidy details.
Before your child’s first day, you may be invited to attend a Stay and Play session. This gives your child time to explore the centre, meet their educators, and start feeling comfortable in their new environment. Once your paperwork is complete, your child is ready to start their early learning journey with us.
Starting child care is a big milestone, and a little preparation can help your child feel more comfortable and confident.
Before your child’s first day, you can talk positively about their new centre, explain what their day might look like, and practise small routines such as packing their bag, saying goodbye, washing hands and sitting down for meals. You may also like to visit the centre with your child, meet their educators and ask our team about what to bring on the first day.
When your child starts, our educators will take the time to get to know your child’s routine, interests, comfort items and individual needs. Settling in looks different for every child, so we work closely with families to help children feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
Most of our child care and early education centres offer nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, as well as nutritious meals prepared by our in-house cook. Some centres also provide sheets and formula, so you may not need to remember to pack them.
For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits and spare socks.
For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it’s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits and spare socks.
Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication.
It’s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included.
Community Kids uses Xplor Home as our family communication app. It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child’s day.
After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child’s learning, learn about your child’s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information.
If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. While we understand that this can be inconvenient, Community Kids is committed to maintaining a healthy environment and reducing the risk of infection for all children.
Under the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), families are allowed 42 absence days per child, per financial year. These can be taken for any reason, including public holidays and when children are sick, without requiring families to provide documentation.
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