GROUPS INFORMATION

CONTACT DETAILS

55A ELECTRA STREET,
BUNDABERG WEST
QUEENSLAND, 4670
PO BOX 642

PHONE: [phone]

E-MAIL: moc.dnopgib|ydnikydnub#moc.dnopgib|ydnikydnub

C&K website
Kindy Page on C&K Website

KEEPING OUR CHILDREN HAPPY, HEALTHY AND SAFE

STARFISH

Mondays & Tuesdays:
8.15-3.15


Number of children: 22

JELLYFISH

Wednesdays & Thursdays:
8.45-1.45
Fridays:
8.45-12.45
Number of children: 22

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When you arrive please allow some time to sign your child in and to read centre notices located in the black day book-outside on the ledge (this book is available at any time for reading)

STARFISH DAILY ROUTINE

JELLYFISH DAILY ROUTINE

ARRIVAL CHECK LIST

1	Sign your child in (sign in sheet on front verandah ledge by door). Don't forget to read the "Day Book" for notices.
2	Put lunch in the fridge
3	Place water bottle into iced tubs on the back verandah
4	In warm weather please remove children' shoes and put them into bag
5	Find child's locker symbol and encourage your child to put away their bag each day
6	Please help your child put on sunscreen (before entering and sign on form)
7	All children must wash their hands before "Mat Time"
8	If your child has an injury or markings on his/her body, please fill out a notification sheet which is located at the front of the centre
9	Name all of the children's items
10	Place your child's sheets in the buckets provided
11	The hello song is at 9.00AM approx, after that is usually a good time to leave, if you feel ready
12	Say goodbay to your child, do not sneak away, tell your child you will come back and get them after the "Goodbye Song"
13	If your child becomes upset, we will help him/her settle in their own way. You are very welcome to phone later to check on their progress.
14	Have a query? Please speak to Linda or Ann

THE SESSION - WHAT TO BRING

HAT

Our centre is accredited with the Queensland Cancer Council and we strongly suggest parents send along hats that cover the face, neck, ears and head. The recommended hats include broad rimmed or legionnaire.

CLOTHING

As we are "sun smart" children are encouraged to wear clothing such as t-shirts, rather than singlets or strappy dresses for maximum sun protection (please refer the centre’s "Sun Policy" in the C&K Handbook available from staff). Clothing should also be practical for playing e.g. "messy" creative play.
Our kindergarten has T-Shirts with BCK logo for sale @$15-00 each-highly recommended.

SUNSCREEN

Parents are expected to apply sunscreen to their child before entering the centre and initial sign in sheet that this has been done. We provide sunscreen and it is located out the front every day.

BACKPACK

A roomy sized back pack is most suitable for children’s paintings, lunch box, shoes, library bag etc. Parents please choose one that your child can open easily.

LIBRARY BAG

Children (with parents help) are welcome to borrow kindy books early in the year on a weekly basis, so please send along a big enough, named, draw string bag.

SNACKS

Children need to bring a snack they like for morning tea to be put in their own lunch box. Please do not send large boxes or ice packs. We urge parents to think
with ‘nutrition’ in mind and we discourage such treats as chocolate custards &desserts, lollies, chocolates, bubble gum, roll ups. Cheese, sandwiches, crackers, yoghurt, sultanas, fruit and some vegies are a good alternative e.g. cucumber, beans, beetroot (no carrot) are some suggestions.

DRINKS

A water bottle (water only) is needed for children to drink through their session. Please place in our plastic tub with the ice pad. These should not be too big, but easy for your child to manage. Teachers can refill these at any time if needed.

CHANGE OF CLOTHES

These are needed in case of "accidents" or wet play. Please send a set in a named plastic bag and keep in your child’s bag.

LOST PROPERTY

A Box is placed out the front for any lost/misplaced items. Please check this regularly. These are discarded if not claimed at the end of each term.

NAME EVERYTHING

To avoid losing possessions, it is important that all items are named-thank you

SPECIAL TOYS

Toys are not required for your child’s kindy session. It causes heartache and stress if these are lost/broken/taken so please leave them at home. For comforters in settling a new child, discuss with the Director.

REST

After lunch, the children have a short rest time on our specially designed camper beds. A towel with a sewed elastic loop to pop it in is recommended. Pillows are not needed. This period is planned for with relaxation music, cd stories and other settling activities.

THE SESSION - WHAT TO DO

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE

SIGN ON

Upon arrival at the kindy you will need to print & sign your name next to your child’s full name and state the time. (The same when collecting them). Regulations require us to keep accurate records of attendance at all times. If there is someone different collecting your child, forms are also available next to the sign in sheets and these must be handed to staff. A telephone call from you is acceptable. Under no circumstances will children be allowed to leave with unexpected strangers. It is also important to keep the Director informed of any changes to pick up arrangements. Thank you.

SEPARATION ANXIETY

All children are different and the settling in period differs for each child. We welcome short visits prior to starting kindy to familiarise the child with the kindy environment. In most cases children will settle in a short while. Parents are able to stay if desired or can ring us to check on your child’s progress. Please remember to say ‘Goodbye’ to your child and if help to ‘settle’ is needed please don’t hesitate to ask our experienced staff.

COMMUNICATION BOOK

Please read the big communication book located next to sign on sheet as it has regular important information for you to read.

START OF SESSIONS

As staff need time to prepare activities for the day and plan for individual children confidentially we ask that parents respect this non- contact time by not bringing their child too early. Not all activities will be set up for play. Please encourage your child to read a story, complete a puzzle, play with manipulative toys e.g. lego.

OPEN DOOR POLICY

Enables parents to stay for sessions if they wish. Also you may bring your child 5-10 mins. prior to the session to help settle into the day gently.

GATHERING TIME

Starting the session involves a ‘gathering time’ whereby the teachers ask the kindy children to come to the ‘mat’ for our Hello song and introduction to the day. This can be an opportune time for parents to say goodbye.

DEPARTURE

In term 1 we ask that you stay outside until the ‘Good bye song’ is sung and the doors are open for you. If parents arrive early, some children become anxious for their parent. It also helps establish the routines of the session.

SHOW&TELL/SHARING ROSTER

These are given out starting Term 2. Topics are outlined as suggestions and be guided by your child’s interests of "what to bring to share". Sharing time is usually at the beginning and end of sessions.

ILLNESS / HEALTH

MEDICATION POLICY

If your child is required to have medication while attending the centre the following procedures must be followed:

• You must complete a Medication form (see staff).
• The medication must be handed to a Qualified staff member.
• Medication is put safely away in tamper proof box by staff.

NO MEDICATION OF ANY TYPE IS TO BE HELD IN CHILD’S BAG, THANKS.

Medication will only be administered if clearly labelled with dosages by the pharmacist, Dr. Name and the dispensing label shows the patient’s name, name of the Medication, frequency for administering, date of dispensing and expiry date.
Alternatively a signed letter from the Doctor providing above information will suffice.

HEALTH & HYGIENE

Attached is information regarding when to exclude your child from attending kindergarten. With any infectious illness you are required to keep your child at home or the Director may request a medical report from the Doctor.

• Children not well enough to participate in the program should not attend. The Director is responsible for sending children home if they are considered not well enough to attend. Maintaining a healthy kindy community is the responsibility of both parents and staff.
• Please refer to ‘Administration of Paracetamol’ policy should a child exhibit high temperature.
• In the event of an accident at the centre, you will be contacted.
• The Director will seek emergency attention if you cannot be contacted
• Our centre has adopted a policy that states it is the responsibility of parents to administer nebulisers to their children as needed.
• In the case of a minor accident/hurt staff will complete an Incident Report form for you to sight and sign where applicable and administer First Aid as needed
• Health and hygiene practices are part of the daily program.
• IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT YOU ENSURE THE DIRECTOR HAS YOUR CURRENT TELEPHONE/CONTACT INFORMATION IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

Children are instructed on how to wash and dry their hands at kindy and do this before snacks/meals. They are taught about not touching ‘blood and other body fluids’ and within the curriculum other health issues are planned for e.g. dental hygiene, exercise and healthy diets. Children are encouraged to have a drink of water to rinse teeth after eating to promote good oral health.

Often community professionals are invited to visit to enhance children’s understanding.

ABSENCE

If your child is away due to illness or holidays etc. please notify the centre. You are welcome to leave a message on the answering machine after hours if necessary.

WORK PLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY

Our kindergarten has developed a Work Place Health and Safety policy. Monthly audits of the centre are undertaken by management for the safety and well being of all people. The policy is on display on the noticeboard.

SMOKE FREE

The policy endorses our centre as a non- smoking area for the benefit of the children, staff and parents. This also includes the yard areas. Thank you for your co-operation.

SAFETY INDUCTIONS

All parents enrolling their child are involved in Work Place Health and Safety inductions at enrolment. This confirms your understanding of our W.P.H.& S. matters and meets regulations.

CHILDREN SHOES

To facilitate children’s active play outside, we encourage them to remove their shoes before outside time. If shoes are to be kept on please consider sneakers/runners rather than flat sandals, thongs, slippers or party shoes.
The children are supervised at all times and equipment is checked regularly to ensure a safe environment for your child.

FIRE DRILL & EMERGENCT EVACUATIONS

Are practised once a month. Children will be involved regularly in these. Ask staff for more information or look for the red notice in each room detailing the roles of staff in such situations and locations of Exits and Fire extinguishers.
If the building is in danger of collapse or serious emergency, a centre evacuation will take place.
Our meeting venue is St. Patrick’s catholic school, 35 Mulgrave St. Bundaberg West Ph 4152 1380

KINDY EVENTS

BIRTHDAYS

If your child has a birthday on or near a kindy session, you are welcome to bring a cake to share with other children. This is a very special experience for the child and we sing ‘Happy Birthday’ in your child’s honour. A slab or individual patty cakes are recommended. We ask that all ingredients are known to the parent & no allergic foods or additives are contained. Please see staff before hand.

EXCURSIONS

Occasionally excursions are planned in the program, although in- centre entertainment is usually preferred. When excursions are organised, the ratio of 1 adult for every 2 children takes effect for supervision (in the case of water excursions, the ratio is 1 adult for 1 child and this is least preferred as an outing).
Separate consent forms will be sent home detailing the plan for the day at least one month in advance.

PARENT / TEACHER INTERVIEWS

These are conducted in terms 2/3 and are an ideal time for the Director and parents to discuss information relating to the development of the child and progress at kindy. The child’s Portfolio will also be available for sharing. Feedback about the child can also be given at other times, please contact the Director to make a suitable time.

KINDY CLASS PHOTOS

These are taken annually usually in Aug/Sept. The pack can include several individual photos of your child in kindy play & a class photo, taken by experienced and talented photographer, Paul Beutel. Sibling photos are also available.