C&K Childcare and Kindergarten

With more than 115 years of experience in early childhood education and care, C&K is one of Queensland's largest and oldest providers of early childhood education and care. As a not-for-profit organisation, we put children at the centre of everything we do, and deliver high-quality early childhoo...

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Natalie Woodall

20 Nov 2025

We attend C&K three days a week and it has been nothing short of amazing. The educators are warm, supportive and truly dedicated...

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Felicity Keogh

19 Nov 2025

Lovely kindy. Beautiful grounds and outdoor play spaces. Wonderful staff who provide the children with an amazing educational program. My daughter has had...

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Brandon Berg

19 Nov 2025

Such a fantastic centre! The educators build strong relationships with the children and families, and the atmosphere is always positive and nurturing. My...

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Jaqueline Froud

19 Nov 2025

Such a beautiful daycare, huge natural outdoor play area and such fabulous staff that genuinely care about your kids. After trying a centre...

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Madeleine Ryan

19 Nov 2025

We have loved our experience of the Nursery at C&K Arlington Drive - our daughter has thrived there. The educators are friendly, caring...

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Brydie Croaker

19 Nov 2025

My son absolutely loves his kindy class at C&K Coomera Springs! The teachers are so caring, patient, and make every child feel special...

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Kirsty Currie

18 Nov 2025

Lena has loved C and K Walkervale these past 2 years..she has thrived and loves her teachers! You will be missed, Miss Sue,...

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SANDHYA RANI

18 Nov 2025

Amazing educator's and we always got support from them and I have seen huge difference with my son learning lot of things from...

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Sally Priwitzer

18 Nov 2025

We have been here for over a year now and are very grateful for the centre. We moved from another local centre and...

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Victor Murgha

17 Nov 2025

Hi, Rosie here (using hubby's acc). I highly recommend C&K Tully Community Kindergarten. The staff - Carmen, Tracey, Andrea & Jordan, and other regular...

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What is community kindergarten?

Kindergarten, also known as preschool or pre-prep, is a structured, play-based program led by a university qualified early childhood teacher for children in the year before they attend school. The program which runs for 15 hours per week or 30 hours a fortnight, 40 weeks per calendar year, focuses on helping children to develop a wide range of essential skills and prepares them for their transition to school. Community kindergartens are usually open for approximately six hours per day, for example 8:30am to 2:30pm, 5 days per fortnight (3 days one week and 2 days the following week) but can vary depending on the kindy. A kindergarten group has up to 22 children, who are turning four years of age by the end of June.

How much does kindergarten cost?

Kindy is free for eligible age children (those turning 4 by 30 June, in the year they attend kindy) for 15 hours per week for 40 weeks (up to a maximum of 600 hours a year) at centres delivering government-approved kindergarten programs. If your child is attending kindy in a second group or as a 3 year old, fees may apply (known as the non-eligible fee). These fees are different for each centre and are available to view on the centre's web page. The non-eligble fee is updated every year in December for the following year. In addition to this, a one-off, non-refundable enrolment fee of $100 is payable when you confirm your child's enrolment at a C&K branch centre. This fee is not subsidised and is issued to cover the administrative costs of your child's enrolment at a C&K branch centre. However, the enrolment fee can be waived if you are an eligible concession care holder. Please discuss this with your centre's Director.

What year should my child attend kindergarten?

The Queensland Government recommends children attend kindergarten the year they will be 4 years old by June 30th.

What is childcare?

A C&K childcare centre (also called a long day care centre) offers quality education and care for children from six weeks to five years, for up to 12 hours per day. Our childcare centres aim to be a warm, safe, home-away-from-home for our young babies, toddlers, and children—a place where children are supported, encouraged, and heard.

What do children learn at childcare?

C&K’s early childhood curriculum Listening and Learning Together: C&K Curriculum Approach is used for children from birth to 5 in all our childcare centres. The learning outcomes in our curriculum approach align with the Early Years Learning Framework for Australia (EYLF), the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG), and contemporary practices and understandings of the early years. All centres deliver a government-approved kindergarten program with a bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher. At C&K, we value learning through play and create opportunities for rich learning experiences that follow each child's unique interest. We see children from birth as thinkers and theorisers rich in ideas and knowledge, as powerful learners and active citizens. Some days learning can look like simple play, but we know that is where the magic happens.

What is the Child Care Subsidy?

The Australian Government helps families with the cost of childcare by subsidising fees to reduce out-of-pocket costs. This is called the Child Care Subsidy (CCS). You must meet certain requirements to be eligible for CCS, and the amount of subsidy you receive will depend on family income, activity hours, and the number and ages of the children you have in approved care.

How much does childcare cost?

Childcare fees for C&K childcare centres vary by centre and can be viewed on the centre’s web page. Fees are updated every year in July. All C&K childcare centres are approved for the Australian Government's Child Care Subsidy (CCS). We also receive Queensland Government funding for our kindergarten program delivered in our childcare centres. Eligible-age children may receive 15 hours per week of free kindy for 40 weeks (up to a maximum of 600 hours a year).

How do I choose the right childcare centre for my child?

We understand how daunting this task can be, and we are here to support our families in finding a centre that feels right for their child. At C&K, our doors are always open, and we encourage you to book a tour at some of your local C&K centres. It is important to explore the learning environment and meet the teachers and educators who will be spending time with your child. This is your chance to see the centre's routines, watch the staff interact with children, and get a feel for the space. During the tour, educators can answer any questions you might have. The right centre can look different for all families, depending on their unique needs. We aim to provide early childhood education and care environments where all children can thrive. Before or after visiting the centre, you can complete an enrolment application to be added to the waitlist.

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