Fees and Support

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Support for children to learn, grow and thrive with ‘Free Preschool’ in ACT

24th November 2023

Preschool helps create a lifelong love of learning. 'Free Preschool' is a funding initiative of the ACT Government, to support eligible families.

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Greater access to Preschool in NSW with ‘Start Strong’ fee relief

19th November 2023

Preschool supports children to learn, grow and thrive. NSW 'Start Strong' funding entitles eligible families to fee relief for approved Preschool programs.

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Victorian Kindergarten Funding – Extra support for children to learn and grow!

12th November 2023

Kindergarten supports children to explore their world and create meaning. Victorian Government offers families to up to 15 hours per week of funded kindergarten.

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Queensland Free Kindy supports a child’s best start to life

1st November 2023

Kindergarten plays an important role in a child's development. Queensland Free Kindy entitles eligible families to up to 15 hours each week of funded kindergarten.

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Quality care is becoming more accessible, and that’s great news for children

3rd July 2023

All children should enjoy uninterrupted access to education & care. Here are some financial assistance programs to support families in need.

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Financial Support: How to get the most for your family

16th August 2022

All children should enjoy uninterrupted access to education & care. Here are some financial assistance programs to support families in need.

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What is the Child Care Subsidy?

14th August 2022

The CCS offers financial assistance to help cover the cost of childcare for Australian families. What are you entitled to?   

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CCS Calculator: Calculate your Child Care Subsidy

25th July 2022

Our simple Child Care Subsidy Calculator can help you estimate how much support you could be eligible for.

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Guardian Altona North Launch Backyard Kinder Program for Families

21st April 2020

The team at Guardian Altona North have launched a Backyard Kinder program for families to enjoy while spending time at home.

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Creating Welcoming Spaces for Parents and Team Members

26th February 2020

To further support the Centre’s families and each other as a team, Guardian Taringa have created several parents spaces and a staff wellbeing space.

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Guardian Elsternwick’s Annual Family Meet and Greet

25th February 2020

Every year, the team at Guardian Elsternwick host their annual Family Meet and Greet, to connect with new and existing families at the Centre. 

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Playdays West Pennant Hills Welcomes Babies and Exciting Renovations

16th September 2019

With the completion of recent renovations, Playdays – West Pennant Hills now has the capacity to take on an additional four babies per day.

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Pascoe Vale Introduces Octo-Pram and Launches Excursions for Explorers

12th September 2019

After the arrival of their highly anticipated Octo-Pram, the team at Pascoe Vale excitedly began planning an excursion program for their babies.

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Guardian Moorabbin Builds Connections with Local School and TAFE

2nd September 2019

Guardian Childcare & Early Learning – Moorabbin have built strong social connections with their local primary school and TAFE through regular excursions.

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