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Three Year Old
At Gardiner Preschool, our Three-Year-Old Kinder program offers flexible options to suit families’ needs. We provide a two-day program for 15 hours per week, and a three-day program for 21.5 hours per week. Both programs are about giving children the opportunity to explore, learn, and grow in a play-based, supportive environment. Our programs are designed to nurture early development, with a focus on building social skills, creativity, and a love of learning, preparing children for a smooth transition into Four-Year-Old Kinder. Through engaging activities in a supportive environment with experienced educators, your child will thrive in our caring community.
To be eligible for funding for Three Year Old Kindergarten, children must turn 3 years of age by the 30th of April in the year they start kindergarten. This means that for next our 2025 Three Year Old program, children must turn 3 by 30th April 2025.
Four Year Old
Gardiner Preschool's Four-Year-Old Kinder program offers a comprehensive three-day sessional program, providing 21.5 hours per week of engaging, play-based learning. We believe that sessional kindergarten is the best preparation for starting school, as it allows children to develop independence, social skills, and resilience in a structured yet nurturing environment. Our program focuses on fostering a love of learning, problem-solving, and creativity, ensuring children are well-prepared for the transition to prep. With experienced educators and a supportive community, your child will gain the confidence and skills needed for future success.
To be eligible for funding for Four Year Old Kindergarten, children must turn 4 years of age by the 30th of April in the year they are enrolled in. This means that for our 2025 Four Year Old program, children must turn 4 by 30th April 2025.
Free Kinder
The Free Kinder initiative offers families 15 hours of free kindergarten per week for three- and four-year-old children, ensuring every child has access to high-quality early childhood education. At Gardiner Preschool, we are proud to participate in this initiative, providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where children can develop essential skills, build friendships, and prepare for a successful transition to school.
Free Kinder is a valuable opportunity for families to access quality education without financial barriers, fostering strong foundations for lifelong learning.
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