Parents

Enrolment

Making the final decision of choosing the right preschool that meets your child’s needs may seem daunting. This is why Oakhurst Preschool offers complete transparency and support in the process. In order to make this a positive experience for you, we recommend parents to schedule a visit. Our educators take you through our facility and explain about the different areas, our teaching practices, our daily routine and more. We wholeheartedly look forward to any queries and ensure your queries are resolved to your satisfaction.

Process Before Enrollment :

  • Fill in the enrolment form that includes information about you and your child, including- allergies, dietary requirements, sleeping habits, interests, etc.
  • A non-refundable bond of $200 is required to secure your position.

Once your child has started care please feel free to call the centre to check on them throughout the day.

Fees

Fees must be paid each week on the first day of your child’s attendance. A receipt will be issued for all the fees. A cash receipt will be given when your payment is made for both EFT and cash payments. Payment by credit card will incur a surcharge of $2 per transaction. In addition, a printed tax receipt will be placed in your child’s wall pocket for collection once the payment has been credited to your account. Fees are charged on a daily rate based on the room that your child is in. A refundable bond of $200 is payable on enrolment. This bond will be put towards your last two weeks’ fees when notice of withdrawal is received. Your child’s fee is determined by your income and any childcare benefit or Rebate that you are entitled to. Please speak to our office staff to find out our current fees.

Fees Include :

  • All food and drinks, including fruit (babies requiring bottles will need to provide them from home).
  • Programmed activities.
  • All resources (though donations are welcome!).
  • Portfolios (given at the end of the year as a keepsake).
  • Sunscreen.

What to Bring

A school bag with your child’s name on the outside. A full change of clothes.

Teddies Room(6 weeks to 2 years)

  • Bottles pre-poured with cool boiled water and formula are stored in a separate container.
  • Dummies.
  • Nappies (minimum of 4).
  • A cot-size sheet or light blanket.

Dolphins (2-3years)

  • Six (6) changes of underpants and shorts/track pants and spare socks for children who are toilet training.
  • Nappies for children, not toilet trained (minimum of 4).
  • A cot-size sheet or light blanket.
  • A soft toy such as a teddy bear may also be sent for rest time.
  • A rest time nappy, if required, for children’s toilet training.

Wallaby Room (3-5 years)

  • A cot-size sheet or light blanket if your child requires sleep.
  • Please dress children in the Dolphin and Wallaby rooms in clothing that is easy to manage to encourage independent dressing. For example, belts, overalls, hooded jumpers, tie waists etc., are difficult for young children to manage independently.

Dress Code for All Children

  • Sandals, runners, or thongs with an elastic heel strap are to be worn. Slip-on shoes, high heels, dress ï¿¿ up shoes, gum boots and slippers are not safe for preschool play and are therefore not permitted.
  • All children are to wear a shirt that provides sun protection for their shoulders and upper arms.
  • Always pack spare clothes and clothes for changes in weather.
  • All clothing is to be clearly labelled with your child’s name. No responsibility is taken for any item not labelled.