3 year old Kindergarten
"Empowering every child with the ability to make their own decisions and judgments, allowing them to learn and grow to their fullest potential."
As a 3-year-old child enters Kindergarten, a stimulating, yet nurturing environment is essential for developing their sense of self and independence. Padua Kindergarten guides our 3-year-olds along their new steps into Kindergarten in an unhurried, calm and natural setting.
Research shows that play-based learning is a powerful way to support children’s development. These benefits last into the school years and beyond.
We encourage curiosity and eagerness to learn through creative methods such as art, music and cooking. A ‘hands on’ range of real-life experiences, focusing in the second half of the year on skill building in readiness for kindergarten the following year.
Families with children born between January and April can choose which year to start Three-Year-Old kindergarten. These children can start in the same year they turn three, or in the year they turn four years of age. We are always available to discuss early start kindergarten should you feel your child is ready for our kindergarten program.
Our program is centred on play-based learning that utilises natural materials, catering to children's diverse interests and levels of development. This approach fosters a range of possibilities, discussions, and explorations of the world around us.
Our 3-year-old program is a State Funded Program and is delivered by a qualified Kindergarten teacher. The funded program allows families to receive the Free Kinder funding for families, subject to meeting specified terms and conditions.
CCS also applies for all enrolled families eligible.
Your child must turn three prior by April the year of commencement. Children who turn three after the beginning of the Kindergarten year can still register and will be able to attend after their 3rd birthday.
Children enrolled at Padua for our 3-year-old program have first preference into our 4-year-old Kindergarten for the following year. * Padua is supportive of a 2nd year of 3- or 4-year-old kindergarten.
Speak to your us about the best time for your child to start at Three-Year-Old Kindergarten.
