Program: 4 Year Old Kinder
What to expect
We aim to provide many varied individual and group experiences to further expand the areas of development of the older children.
Children attending four-year-old kindergarten are encouraged to develop a variety of motor, play, social, self-help and communication skills. During a regular session we will offer children time for:
- Indoor activity play
- Outdoor activity play
- Group experiences such as stories, music, movement, dancing, games and drama.
- Snack/lunch
Varied learning
We also plan to have one excursion during the four-year-old year.
2023 Program Timetable & Cost
| Group Name | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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Red Group 15 hrs
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8.30am – 4pm | 8.30am – 4pm | |||
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Blue Group 15 hrs
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8.30am – 4pm | 8.30am – 4pm | |||
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Yellow Group 15 hrs
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8.30am – 4pm | 8.30am – 4pm |
Central Enrolments
Canterbury and District Pre-school’s enrolments are managed through the Boroondara Kindergarten Central Enrolments Scheme (BKCES). Full details of the enrolment process including timelines and the application form can be found on the City of Boroondara website.
Enrolment enquiries should be directed to the BKCES on 9278 4444 or email kindergarten@boroondara.vic.gov.au
You may apply online: https://www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/community-support/boroondara-families/kindergarten
Please note: Due to Free Kinder for 2023 there are no discounts applicable to valid Concession Card holders. Valid concession card holders should contact the Fees Officer to discuss the security deposit fees@canterburykinder.org.au
Cost
CDPS have opted in to Free Kinder for 2023 there are no term fees for 3YO or 4YO programs in 2023.
Refundable Deposit
A security deposit of $1,000 (per child) is required to secure your place. This deposit will be refunded upon commencement in Term 1 2023.
Optional Voluntary Contribution
A voluntary contribution of $800 per annum (or part thereof) is requested to assist with the continuation of specialist programs (yoga / sport / music), incursions and maintenance costs.
4 YEAR OLD PROGRAM GOALS
Development goals
- Develop self-help skills and independence
- Develop a positive self-image and grow in confidence
- Understand and learn the behaviour necessary for effective membership of a group situation
- Become self-disciplined and develop respect for others through cooperation, sharing, taking turns and generally adhering to the rules of “fair-play”
- Learn to work independently as well as part of a group
- Develop gross and fine motor skills necessary to confidently and competently function in their environment
- Develop creativity, imagination, curiosity
Educational goals
- Develop a variety of language skills such as verbal fluency, articulation, comprehension, listening carefully and responding appropriately
- Learn through active exploration of the environment
- Be involved in a variety of activities and experiences that encourage the development of pre-reading and pre-writing skills
- Remain and direct their attention to a selected activity through persistence and concentration and ultimately, see the activity to its logical conclusion
- Develop mastery of “key” concepts that are needed for progress at school
PROGRAM ACTIVITIES
In addition to our learning program, the teachers organise fun and exciting activities for the children. These are just some of the fun things that have been undertaken in the last year or two.
Sustainability and the Environment
- Establishing own vegetable garden
- Monitoring the rain water tank
- Conscious recycling
- Worm farm & compost bin
Hands On Learning
Cooking and Pancake day
Jungle Journey / Aussie Animal Adventures
Wild Action (real Australian Animals)
Seaweed Sammy
African drumming
Special Visitor & Activity Days
Weekly ‘Ready, Set, Go’ kids sport program
Outdoor obstacle courses
Footy Days with AFL players
Visit from Acorn Nursery & Local Baker’s
Backyard Honey Beekeeper
Family Mornings
Grandparent / special friend day
Mum’s Morning tea
Dad’s Morning tea
Excursions
Excursion to Melbourne Museum
Visit to the local shops (Union Rd)
Chesterfield Farm
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ADDRESS
Canterbury & District Pre-School
26 Guildford Road
Surrey Hills | VIC | 3127
Melway Reference: 46 F10
GET IN TOUCH
P: +61 3 8840 7949
E:committee@canterburykinder.org.au
W: https://canterburykinder.org.au
REGISTRATION
Reg.No. A00059025