emotional wellbeing, their longer-term educational and social outcomes and life experience. It is vital that children receive these benefits when they are emotionally and socially ready for the experience. The State Government provide kindergarten funding to subsidise 15 hours of kindergarten per week for each child in the year before school. A second year of kindergarten is available for children who meet the eligibility criteria, and are deemed to have a developmental delay in at least two areas. However funding will not be available if a child is ready’ for kindergarten. It is important to note that the majority of children are only ‘not eligible for ONE year of funded kindergarten. Children are eligible to attend kindergarten if they are turning four before the end of April in any given year. Some parents choose to wait an extra year, especially if their child is born between January and April. The conversations about when a child is ready for kindergarten and also when a child is ready for school need to take place before the child begins their funded kindergarten year. Your decision is critical with long reaching implications for your child. to consider when thinking about sending your child to kindergarten include emotional maturity and social confidence. Questions to ask yourself in considering readiness: Can he or she separate easily from me? Can they be understood by other people? Can express their needs clearly? Do they have the stamina to attend and enjoy a full kindergarten session? Speak to a Maternal Child Health Nurse, Kindergarten Teacher, Child Care Educator or Pre-School Field Officer if you are unsure of your child’s readiness. Additionally, you may consider contacting your child’s intended Primary School to discuss their policy and practice regarding the enrolment of young children. Please note: from 2014 children will not be able to withdraw and recommence in a state funded place they start their kindergarten year. Parents are advised to determine when they want their child to attend school and work back from there with regards to kindergarten attendance. Application Process - How do I apply? Read through the application form Complete personal details on the application form Choose your Kindergarten preferences There is a high demand for funded kindergarten places and parents are advised to nominate preferences for more than one centre (minimum of three preferred) Council cannot guarantee your first selection
emotional wellbeing, their longer-term educational and social outcomes and life experience. It is vital that children receive these benefits when they are emotionally and socially ready for the experience. The State Government provide kindergarten funding to subsidise 15 hours of kindergarten per week for each child in the year before school. A second year of kindergarten is available for children who meet the eligibility criteria, and are deemed to have a developmental delay in at least two areas. However funding will not be available if a child is ‘not ready’ for kindergarten. It is important to note that the majority of children are only eligible for ONE year of funded kindergarten. Children are eligible to attend kindergarten if they are turning four before the end of April in any given year. Some parents choose to wait an extra year, especially if their child is born between January and April. The conversations about when a child is ready for kindergarten and also when a child is ready for school need to take place before the child begins their funded kindergarten year. Your decision is critical with long reaching implications for your child. to consider when thinking about sending your child to kindergarten include emotional maturity and social confidence. Questions to ask yourself in considering readiness: Can he or she separate easily from me? Can they be understood by other people? Can express their needs clearly? Do they have the stamina to attend and enjoy a full kindergarten session? Speak to a Maternal Child Health Nurse, Kindergarten Teacher, Child Care Educator or Pre-School Field Officer if you are unsure of your child’s readiness. Additionally, you may consider contacting your child’s intended Primary School to discuss their policy and practice regarding the enrolment of young children. Please note: from 2014 children will not be able to withdraw and recommence in a state funded place they start their kindergarten year. Parents are advised to determine when they want their child to attend school and work back from there with regards to kindergarten attendance. Application Process - How do I apply? Read through the application form Complete personal details on the application form Choose your Kindergarten preferences There is a high demand for funded kindergarten places and parents are advised to nominate preferences for more than one centre (minimum of three preferred) Council cannot guarantee your first selection
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