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      <p class=\"g8-centre-banner__fees-title\">Daily fees before CCS<\/p>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__fees-list\">\n                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__fee\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-centre-banner__fee-label\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-52-milk-bottle\"><\/i>\n                                                    <span>Nursery<\/span>\n                                                <\/span>\n                                                <span class=\"g8-centre-banner__fee-amount\">$170.75<\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__fee\">\n                                                <span 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class=\"g8-scroll-card__cards-wrapper\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__left-column\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-6-nature-surrounding\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Lakeside outdoor spaces and gardens                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Our centre sits on the shores of Lake Hugh Muntz, giving children a calm, natural setting to explore every day. Outdoors, a circular sandpit, an inbuilt wooden fort and large open play areas invite imaginative play and physical activity, with a court area, decking, natural gardens and large shaded trees giving children room to move and play comfortably.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-41-numeracy\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Well-equipped indoor learning rooms                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Indoors, rooms are thoughtfully equipped with age-appropriate furniture and resources suited to each stage of development. The spaces give children opportunities for play-based learning, creative experiences and quieter moments across the day.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-1-passionate-qualified-team\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Stable educator team and individual learning                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Kool Kids Mermaid Waters has a long-standing team of dedicated educators committed to building a sense of security and belonging for every child. Individual Learning Plans are developed in partnership with families and used to guide learning around each child&#8217;s strengths, interests and goals, shaping experiences that suit their needs and stage of development.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__right-column\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-2-gov-approved-program\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Government-approved Kindergarten program                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Our Government-approved Kindergarten program is delivered by a Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher and prepares children for the transition to school. Children build skills and confidence through play-based learning, routines, friendships and growing independence.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-16-language-program\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Twice-weekly Japanese lessons                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Children across every room take part in Japanese lessons twice a week, giving them early exposure to a second language and culture. These sessions broaden cultural awareness and language skills in an enjoyable, engaging way as part of the weekly program.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-8-chef-meals\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Fresh meals and family app updates                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Our on-site chef prepares fresh meals and snacks every day, with a rotating seasonal menu covering breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack. Dietary, cultural and individual requirements are all catered for. Families stay connected through centre newsletters, one-on-one meetings and our family app, with day-to-day moments and learning experiences shared throughout the day.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-image-content_2_670882e7b253e\" class=\"g8-image-content g8-block-container  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-image-content__container full no-image\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--image\">\n                                                                                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-pattern-star-heart pattern-one\"><\/i>\n                                                                                        <i 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                                                                                   <p class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__year\">\n                                                        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-calendar\"><\/i>\n                                                        11 years with our centre\n                                                    <\/p>\n                                                                                                                                                    <ul class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__qualifications\">\n                                                                                                                    <li>\n                                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-square-academic-cap\"><\/i>\n                                                                <span>Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care<\/span>\n                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                                            <\/ul>\n                                                                                                <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__short-content\">\n                                                    \u201c I love to follow the children\u2019s interests, using their natural curiosity to guide their learning.\u201d                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                    <div\n                                                        class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__full-content\">\n                                                        <p>I\u2019ve been a part of Kool Kids Mermaid Waters since 2015, where I started my early childhood journey as a student. I&#8217;ve always had a passion for working with children, which was sparked by being a kinship carer for my younger sister. Watching children learn, grow, and thrive is something that I absolutely love.<\/p> <p>Each child is unique, and that understanding shapes my teaching style. I love to follow the children\u2019s interests, using their natural curiosity to guide their learning. Sustainability is another passion of mine, and I enjoy involving the children in hands-on, eco-friendly activities that teach them about the environment.<\/p> <p>At Kool Kids Mermaid Waters, we provide so much more than just a learning space\u2014we foster social skills, friendships, and lifelong lessons that go beyond what children can learn at home. Our team here is strong, with many educators having been here for years. We all bring something special to the table, creating an environment where every day is full of fun and learning.<\/p> <p>I\u2019ve been fortunate to build strong relationships with many families over the years, and I believe open communication is key to supporting them. I love that I\u2019ve been able to grow with this community and look forward to continuing this journey with the children and their families.<\/p> <p>We can\u2019t wait to welcome your family to our Mermaid Waters early education centre. <\/p>                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                                            <a href=\"#\" class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__read-more\"><span>Read <span\n                                                                    class=\"more\">more<\/span><span class=\"less\">less<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n                                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g8-slider-pagination-container\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__pagination g8-slider-pagination\"><\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-star-two\"><\/i>\n                        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-three-lines\"><\/i>\n                        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-book\"><\/i>\n                        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-music\"><\/i>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-icon-card_8_670882e7b2549\" class=\"g8-icon-card  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-icon-card__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-icon-card__header g8-block-header\">\n                                                            <h2 class=\"g8-icon-card__title\">Our innovative early learning programs<\/h2>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-icon-card__description g8-block-content\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">At our early learning centre in Mermaid Waters, our play-based curriculum is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), supporting children to learn through play, exploration and discovery.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__cards swiper\">\n                                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                                                            <div\n                                            class=\"g8-icon-card__card swiper-slide lg-one-fourth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-leaf\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Sustainability<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">We maintain a worm farm that educators and children care for by adding fruit scraps, watering, and turning the soil, teaching them the value of composting and waste reduction. Our indoor plants are watered weekly by the children and are placed outside over the weekend to soak up natural sunlight. We also make a conscious effort to conserve energy by turning off lights when they are not needed.  <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div\n                                            class=\"g8-icon-card__card swiper-slide lg-one-fourth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-33-peer-play\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Social and emotional learning<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">Children develop a strong sense of identity as they feel safe, secure and supported, building confidence, resilience and a positive sense of self. Through group activities, conversations and play, children learn to interact with others with care, empathy and respect, building positive relationships and friendships. <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div\n                                            class=\"g8-icon-card__card swiper-slide lg-one-fourth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-37-microscope\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">STEM<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">Educators introduce open-ended materials and invitations to explore, such as building, measuring and experimenting. Through shared conversations and investigation, children develop curiosity, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div\n                                            class=\"g8-icon-card__card swiper-slide lg-one-fourth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-36-music\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Music and movement<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">Our evidence-based Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR) program is designed to develop fundamental skills that help support children\u2019s self-regulation, memory, and concentration. It is an innovative approach to holistic learning, development and well-being in early childhood. <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-slider-pagination-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-icon-card__pagination g8-slider-pagination\"><\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-icon-card__prev-button\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-left\"><\/i><\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-icon-card__next-button\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-anchor-link-banner_0_6a83c4dc9205f\" class=\"g8-anchor-link-banner  \">\n        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                           <button type=\"button\" class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-trigger\"\n                                    aria-expanded=\"true\"\n                                    aria-controls=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_1_6a79653f38a59-ha-panel-0\"\n                                    aria-labelledby=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_1_6a79653f38a59-ha-heading-0\"><\/button>\n                                                                    <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-thumbnail\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-nursery-2-1.avif\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-nursery-2-1-500x333.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-nursery-2-1.avif\" alt=\"kool-kids-nursery-2\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\" 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aria-labelledby=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_1_6a79653f38a59-ha-heading-0\"\n                                tabindex=\"-1\">\n                                <button type=\"button\" class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-close\"\n                                    aria-label=\"Close accordion item\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-close-circle\"\n                                        aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-inner\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-left\">\n                                                                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title-active\">\n                                                Nursery                                            <\/h3>\n                                                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-nursery-2-1.avif\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-nursery-2-1-500x333.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-nursery-2-1.avif\" alt=\"kool-kids-nursery-2\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-active-meta\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle-active\">\n                                                    0-2 years                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-right\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content-inner\">\n                                                <p>In our nursery environment, educators focus on building strong, secure and respectful relationships so babies feel safe, settled and supported as they explore the world around them.<\/p>\n<p>Children in our nursery room are supported through:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Responsive care and nurturing relationships that support emotional security and attachment<\/li>\n<li>Sensory exploration through textures, sounds, music and movement<\/li>\n<li>Early communication through songs, stories, gestures and conversations<\/li>\n<li>Tummy time and movement experiences that support physical development<\/li>\n<li>Calm, predictable routines that help babies feel safe and confident<\/li>\n<li>Age-appropriate play materials that encourage curiosity and discovery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Educators work closely with families to support each baby\u2019s routines, comfort and developmental needs.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-footer\">\n                                                <a href=\"\/childcare-and-early-education\/nursery\"\n                                                    class=\"btn btn-primary g8-horizontal-accordion__item-btn\"\n                                                    target=\"_self\">\n                                                    <span>Our nursery rooms<\/span>\n                                  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class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-thumbnail\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-toddler-1-1.avif\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-toddler-1-1-500x333.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-toddler-1-1.avif\" alt=\"kool-kids-toddler-1\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>\n                                                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-header-content\">\n                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title\"\n                                        id=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_1_6a79653f38a59-ha-heading-1\">\n                                        2-3 years<\/h3>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle\">Toddlers                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body\"\n                                id=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_1_6a79653f38a59-ha-panel-1\" role=\"region\"\n                                aria-labelledby=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_1_6a79653f38a59-ha-heading-1\"\n                                tabindex=\"-1\">\n                                <button type=\"button\" class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-close\"\n                                    aria-label=\"Close accordion item\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-close-circle\"\n                                        aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-inner\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-left\">\n                                                                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title-active\">\n                                                Toddlers                                            <\/h3>\n                                                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-toddler-1-1.avif\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-toddler-1-1-500x333.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-toddler-1-1.avif\" alt=\"kool-kids-toddler-1\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-active-meta\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle-active\">\n                                                    2-3 years                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-right\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content-inner\">\n                                                <p>Our toddler program encourages curiosity, independence and early social skills as children explore the world with growing confidence.<\/p>\n<p>Children in our toddler room are supported through:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Play-based learning that encourages curiosity and problem-solving<\/li>\n<li>Storytelling, songs and conversations that support language development<\/li>\n<li>Creative exploration through art, music, dramatic play and movement<\/li>\n<li>Self-help skills and routines that build independence<\/li>\n<li>Social learning that supports sharing, cooperation and empathy<\/li>\n<li>Outdoor exploration that builds coordination, strength and confidence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Educators support toddlers to express their ideas, make choices and develop confidence in their abilities.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-footer\">\n                                                <a href=\"\/childcare-and-early-education\/toddlers\"\n                                                    class=\"btn btn-primary g8-horizontal-accordion__item-btn\"\n                                                    target=\"_self\">\n                                                    <span>Our toddler rooms<\/span>\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                                                            <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item \"\n                            data-index=\"2\">\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-header\">\n                                <button type=\"button\" class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-trigger\"\n                            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class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-header-content\">\n                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title\"\n                                        id=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_1_6a79653f38a59-ha-heading-2\">\n                                        3-5 years<\/h3>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle\">Kindergarten                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body\"\n                                id=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_1_6a79653f38a59-ha-panel-2\" role=\"region\"\n                                aria-labelledby=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_1_6a79653f38a59-ha-heading-2\"\n                                tabindex=\"-1\">\n                                <button type=\"button\" class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-close\"\n                                    aria-label=\"Close accordion item\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-close-circle\"\n                                        aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-inner\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-left\">\n                                                                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title-active\">\n                                                Kindergarten                                            <\/h3>\n                                                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-kindergarten-5-1.avif\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-kindergarten-5-1-500x333.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-kindergarten-5-1.avif\" alt=\"kool-kids-kindergarten-5\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-active-meta\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle-active\">\n                                                    3-5 years                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-right\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content-inner\">\n                                                <p>Our Kindergarten program prepares children for school through engaging, play-based learning experiences that build confidence, independence and a love of learning.<\/p>\n<p>Children in our Kindergarten program are supported through:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>School readiness learning that builds early literacy and numeracy skills<\/li>\n<li>Problem-solving and critical thinking through play-based projects and exploration<\/li>\n<li>Collaboration and teamwork through group learning experiences<\/li>\n<li>Creative expression through art, music, storytelling and dramatic play<\/li>\n<li>Outdoor learning that supports confidence, resilience and wellbeing<\/li>\n<li>Independence, responsibility and decision-making skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our Kindergarten program helps children develop the skills they need for a successful transition to school.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-footer\">\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/family-information\/funded-kindergarten-preschool\/queensland\"\n                                                    class=\"btn btn-primary g8-horizontal-accordion__item-btn\"\n                                                    target=\"_self\">\n                                                    <span>Free Kindy in Queensland<\/span>\n                                                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srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-food-500x333.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/kool-kids-food.jpg\" alt=\"kool-kids-food\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--content\">\n                                                                                        <h2 class=\"g8-image-content__title g8-block-subtitle\">We\u2019re all about healthy, nutritious eating<\/h2>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>Thanks to our fantastic in-house chef at our Mermaid Waters child care centre, your child will enjoy healthy, nutritious, and delicious meals prepared fresh daily. Our menu rotates over four weeks and changes seasonally, featuring breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack. With input from our families and children and using fresh, seasonal produce, we cater to all dietary preferences, requirements, and cultural needs.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-slider_16_670889538716f\" class=\"g8-slider  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-slider__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-slider__header g8-block-header\">\n                            <h2 class=\"g8-slider__title\">What a typical day looks like for your child <\/h2>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slides swiper\">\n                                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-arrival-648x300-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-arrival-648x300-1-500x231.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-arrival-648x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"typical-day-arrival-648x300-1.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Arrival at the centre                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>Your child will be welcomed by our team of educators, who will ensure the morning transition from home to centre goes as smoothly as possible. On arrival, share information about your child&#8217;s specific needs for the day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            &nbsp;\n                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Mealtimes                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-mealtime-2-648x300-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-mealtime-2-648x300-1-500x231.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-mealtime-2-648x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"typical-day-mealtime-2-648x300-1.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Mealtimes                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>Our centre chefs prepare a nutritious menu for your child to sit down and eat. This is a great time for everyone to share stories from the day. Educators model healthy eating practices, social behaviours and support children\u2019s growing independence with mealtime routines.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Arrival at the centre                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Infant care                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-infant-care-648x300-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-infant-care-648x300-1-500x231.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-infant-care-648x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"typical-day-infant-care-648x300-1.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Infant care                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>If you have an infant, we spend one-on-one time with them to establish a connection. Educators talk gently and respond to babies\u2019 cues. We use songs, games, and conversations to strengthen relationships and build language skills.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Mealtimes                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Play-based learning                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-play-based-learning-648x300-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-play-based-learning-648x300-1-500x231.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-play-based-learning-648x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"typical-day-play-based-learning-648x300-1.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Play-based learning                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>Your child is naturally curious. They want to learn and explore, which is why we teach through play-based learning. It supports language, motor skills, memory, emotions and social relationships. Educators plan play-based learning experiences based on children\u2019s interests and goals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Infant care                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Sleep, rest and relaxation                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sleep-rest-slider.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sleep-rest-slider-500x231.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sleep-rest-slider.jpg\" alt=\"sleep-rest-slider.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Sleep, rest and relaxation                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>We match routines to your child\u2019s individual needs. Opportunities for rest and relaxation help make them feel safe. Play-based learning experiences are provided for older children who no longer don\u2019t sleep in centre.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Play-based learning                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Heading home                                            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                  Fees                                    <\/h2>\n                                \n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__description g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>The Child Care Subsidy can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family\u2019s entitlements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fees-card\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fees-grid\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-item\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-label\">\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-name\">Nursery                                            <\/p>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-age\">\n                                                0 &#8211; 2 years                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-amount\">\n                                            $170.75\/<span>day<\/span><\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-item\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-label\">\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-name\">Toddler                                            <\/p>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-age\">\n                                                2 &#8211; 4 years                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-amount\">\n                                            $168.55\/<span>day<\/span><\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-item\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-label\">\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-name\">Kindergarten<\/p>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-age\">\n                                                4 &#8211; 5 years                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-amount\">\n                                            $167.40\/<span>day<\/span>\n                                        <\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-two-leaves\"><\/i>\n                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-leaf\"><\/i>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                    <\/div>\n\n                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__content-container\">\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-indicator\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-indicator-bars\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-bar g8-centre-fees__step-bar--active\"><\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-bar\"><\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-label\">\n                                    Step 1: Family Information &#038; Financial State                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-section\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-content\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-header\">\n                                        <h3 class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-title\">\n                                            Child Care Subsidy Estimator                                        <\/h3>\n                                        <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-subtitle\">\n                                            Discover how much child care subsidy you may be entitled to by entering the fields below.                                        <\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <form id=\"g8-centre-fees\" class=\"g8-centre-fees__form g8-centre-fees\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form-group\">\n                                            <label\n                                                for=\"family-income\">Family Income<\/label>\n                                            <input type=\"text\"\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-fees-family-income g8-form-field--input mask-currency\"\n                                                id=\"family-income\" name=\"family-income\"\n                                                placeholder=\"Input amount\"\n                                                required=\"required\" \/>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form-group\">\n                                            <label\n                                                for=\"days-of-care\">Number of Days of Care<\/label>\n                                            <select class=\"g8-centre-fees-days-of-care g8-form-field--select\"\n                                                id=\"days-of-care\" name=\"days-of-care\" required=\"required\">\n                                                <option value=\"\" selected disabled>\n                                                    Input days                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"1\">1<\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"2\">2<\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"3\">3<\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"4\">4<\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"5\">5<\/option>\n                                            <\/select>\n                                            <small class=\"g8-centre-fees__days-hint\">**1-4 days =\n                                                11 hour sessions, 5 days = 100 hours<\/small>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__hint-box\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__hint-content\">\n                                                <p><strong>Changes to CCS &#8211; The 3-Day Guarantee (Starting 5th January 2026)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Australian Government is replacing the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) Activity Test from 5th January 2026, to provide a min. 72 hours per fortnight or 3 days per week of subsidised early childhood education and care (ECEC) for eligible families.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form-group\">\n                                            <label for=\"age-group\">Age Group<\/label>\n                                            <select class=\"g8-centre-fees-age-group g8-form-field--select\" id=\"age-group\"\n                                                name=\"age-group\" required=\"required\">\n                                                <option value=\"\" selected disabled>\n                                                    Choose your service                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option\n                                                    value=\"QLD|nursery|170.75\">\n                                                    Nursery (0 &#8211; 2 years)                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option\n                                                    value=\"QLD|toddler|168.55\">\n                                                    Toddler (2 &#8211; 4 years)                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"QLD|kindergarten|167.40\">Kindergarten (3 &#8211; 5 years)<\/option>                                            <\/select>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form-group g8-form-group--check\">\n                                            <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"agree-privacy-policy\"\n                                                class=\"g8-agree-privacy-policy form-check-input g8-form-field--check\"\n                                                name=\"agree-privacy-policy\">\n                                            <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-check\"><\/i>\n                                            <label class=\"form-check-label\" for=\"agree-privacy-policy\">\n                                                <p>I have read and agree to G8 Education&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/g8education.edu.au\/privacy-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Privacy Policy.<\/a><\/p>                                            <\/label>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <input type=\"hidden\" id=\"centre-daily-hours\" name=\"centre-daily-hours\"\n                                            value=\"11\" \/>\n                                        <input type=\"hidden\" id=\"centre-nsw-seifa-rating\" name=\"centre-nsw-seifa-rating\"\n                                            value=\"10\" \/>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form__submit-container\">\n                                            <button type=\"submit\" class=\"g8-form__submit g8-centre-fees__calculate-btn\"\n                                                aria-label=\"Calculate\"\n                                                data-fee-nursery=\"170.75\"\n                                                data-fee-toddler=\"168.55\"\n                                                data-fee-kindergarten=\"167.40\">\n                                                <span>Calculate<\/span>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/form>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-section visually-hidden--force\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-header-content\">\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-title\">2026 3-Day Guarantee                                            <\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-subtitle\">\n                                                From 5th January 2026, based on the information you have entered, here&#039;s an estimate of your CCS entitlements and your out-of-pocket costs.                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-cards\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-label\">\n                                                    Total Fees                                                <\/p>\n                                                <p\n                                                    class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-value g8-centre-fees__result__total-fees\">\n                                                    $0.00<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-label\">\n                                                    Estimated CCS Fee Subsidy                                                <\/p>\n                                                <p\n                                                    class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-value g8-centre-fees__result__subsidy\">\n                                                    $0.00<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card kindergarten-subsidy__container visually-hidden--force\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-label\">\n                                                    Kindergarten\/Preschool Subsidy                                                <\/p>\n                                                <p\n                                                    class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-value g8-centre-fees__result__kindergarten-subsidy\">\n                                                    $0.00<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card g8-centre-fees__result-card--highlight\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-label\">\n                                                    Out of Pocket Cost (what you pay)                                                <\/p>\n                                                <p\n                                                    class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-value g8-centre-fees__result__out-of-pocket-cost\">\n                                                    $0.00<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-section\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-header\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-header-content\">\n                                                <h5 class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-title\">\n                                                    Matrix Out of Pocket Cost                                                <\/h5>\n                                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-description\">\n                                                    <p>Is your CCS working for you? Check the out-of-pocket cost matrix per child against session lengths and weekly days below. Please note: The table in the matrix only shows out-of-pocket costs after CCS (Child Care Subsidy).<\/p>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <button type=\"button\"\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-toggle g8-centre-fees__matrix-toggle--show\"\n                                                aria-label=\"See matrix\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                                <span>See matrix<\/span>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-content visually-hidden--force\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-table\">\n                                                <div class=\"table-responsive\">\n                                                    <table class=\"table\">\n                                                        <thead>\n                                                            <tr>\n                                                                <th>Child 1<\/th>\n                                                                <th>1 Day<\/th>\n                                                                <th>2 Days<\/th>\n                                                                <th>3 Days<\/th>\n                                                                <th>4 Days<\/th>\n                                                                <th>5 Days<\/th>\n                                                            <\/tr>\n                                                        <\/thead>\n                                                        <tbody>\n                                                            <!-- Matrix rows will be dynamically generated based on centre daily hours -->\n                                                        <\/tbody>\n                                                    <\/table>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-kindergarten-note visually-hidden--force\">\n                                                <p>*Kindergarten\/preschool subsidy applied:                                                    <strong\n                                                        class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-kindergarten-amount\">$0.00<\/strong>\n                                                <\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-footer\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__disclaimer-section\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__disclaimer\">\n                                                    <p>*This estimator provides an estimate only and is based on the following assumptions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Accuracy and currency of family income information entered.<\/li>\n<li>Family CCS entitlements include 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight. Please note your family may be entitled to less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight &#8211; if you are unsure we recommend you use the comprehensive CCS estimator in the link below.<\/li>\n<li>Where 1-4 days of care is selected, full day sessions apply (being full operational hours of the centre, which can vary between centres).<\/li>\n<li>Where 5 days of care is selected, 10-hour per day sessions apply (ie, 50 hours p\/w to optimise 100 hours of CCS subsidised care across the fortnight).<\/li>\n<li>Where a family&#8217;s CCS entitlements include less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight, please use the comprehensive CCS calculator as a guide.<\/li>\n<li>NSW Preschool Fee Relief is effective from 1st January 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                                                                                                            <div class=\"disclaimer-full\">\n                                                            <p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Kindergarten\/preschool subsidy is subject to State Government specific requirements including child age eligibility criteria and the delivery of the funded program by an Early Childhood Teacher on the day the subsidy is claimed by the family. Calculations herein are based on the assumption all eligibility criteria is met. 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Reviews are correct at the time of accessing this webpage.                                                                            <a href=\"#\" class=\"g8-google-reviews__disclaimer-button\" aria-label=\"Show disclaimer popup\"\n                                            data-bs-toggle=\"modal\"\n                                            data-bs-target=\"#g8-google-reviews-disclaimer-modal-g8-google-reviews_2_6a79653f38a5f\">\n                                            <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-info-circle\"><\/i>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__nav g8-google-reviews__nav--desktop\">\n                        <button class=\"g8-google-reviews__nav-btn prev\"><i\n                                class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-left\"><\/i><\/button>\n                        <button class=\"g8-google-reviews__nav-btn next\"><i\n                                class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/button>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slides swiper\">\n                    <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__content-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__meta\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__author\">\n                                                Gabi Mena                                            <\/h3>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__rating\">\n                                        \n            <div class=\"stars-container g8-google-reviews__stars-container\">\n                <div class=\"stars empty\">\n                    <div class=\"stars full\"><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><\/div>\n                    <i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__text\">\n                                                                                    <span class=\"short-text\">\n                                                We toured 7 different centres when we first moved to the Gold Coast before deciding on Kool Kids Mermaid Waters &#8211; and after 8 months here, we\u2019re so glad we chose it. Our son absolutely loves going each day and is always excited to see his friends&#8230;.                                                <a href=\"#\" class=\"see-more-link\"><strong>See more<\/strong><\/a>\n                                            <\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"full-text\">\n                                                We toured 7 different centres when we first moved to the Gold Coast before deciding on Kool Kids Mermaid Waters &#8211; and after 8 months here, we\u2019re so glad we chose it. Our son absolutely loves going each day and is always excited to see his friends and the educators.\n\nThe team is genuinely caring and attentive. A big shout out to his lead educators Talisa and Laura and the support staff, Natalia, Isabelle and Bianca &#8211; you can really see how much they love what they do. We also really appreciate that miss Talisa transitioned with the kids into the next room. That continuity made such a positive difference for our son.\n\nThe outdoor space is great, and there is always something fun and creative happening for the kids. The extra-curricular activities are such a bonus too \u2013 our son loves the little bits of Japanese and Spanish he\u2019s been learning!\n\nMiss Bonie, the centre director, is super helpful and great with communication. The daily updates are great &#8211; we always feel in the loop about what\u2019s happening at the centre, from activities to little milestones.\n\nWe couldn\u2019t be happier with Kool Kids Mermaid Waters. Highly recommend this centre to any families looking for a caring, well run, and genuinely joyful place for their kids.                                            <\/span>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__content-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__meta\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__author\">\n                                                Megan Wilcox                                            <\/h3>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__rating\">\n                                        \n            <div class=\"stars-container g8-google-reviews__stars-container\">\n                <div class=\"stars empty\">\n                    <div class=\"stars full\"><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><\/div>\n                    <i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__text\">\n                                                                                    <span class=\"short-text\">\n                                                We have been extremely happy with Kool Kids at Mermaid. My son has been attending for the past 9 months, starting in the baby room, and I honestly could not fault the centre. From the moment I first walked in, I knew it was going to be a great fit&#8230;.                                                <a href=\"#\" class=\"see-more-link\"><strong>See more<\/strong><\/a>\n                                            <\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"full-text\">\n                                                We have been extremely happy with Kool Kids at Mermaid. My son has been attending for the past 9 months, starting in the baby room, and I honestly could not fault the centre. From the moment I first walked in, I knew it was going to be a great fit for our family. The atmosphere is so welcoming and calm, and the staff are genuinely caring and attentive. It\u2019s such a comforting feeling knowing he is in such good hands every day. I would highly recommend Kool Kids to other families looking for a supportive and nurturing environment for their children                                            <\/span>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__content-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__meta\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__author\">\n                                                Maria O&#039;Brien                                            <\/h3>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__rating\">\n                                        \n            <div class=\"stars-container g8-google-reviews__stars-container\">\n                <div class=\"stars empty\">\n                    <div class=\"stars full\"><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><\/div>\n                    <i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__text\">\n                                                                                    <span class=\"short-text\">\n                                                We\u2019ve had such a lovely experience with Kool Kids, Mermaid Waters. The staff are incredibly caring, and you can really see how much they genuinely look after each child. What we appreciate the most is how well they communicate with us about our&#8230;.                                                <a href=\"#\" class=\"see-more-link\"><strong>See more<\/strong><\/a>\n                                            <\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"full-text\">\n                                                We\u2019ve had such a lovely experience with Kool Kids, Mermaid Waters. The staff are incredibly caring, and you can really see how much they genuinely look after each child. What we appreciate the most is how well they communicate with us about our child\u2019s needs and how their day is going. They always share the little moments and milestones, which makes us feel so connected and reassured. It\u2019s such a comfort to know our child is in caring and attentive hands every day. We\u2019re very grateful and would highly recommend them! \ud83d\ude0a                                            <\/span>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__content-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__meta\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__author\">\n                                                Shara Janiak                                            <\/h3>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__rating\">\n                                        \n            <div class=\"stars-container g8-google-reviews__stars-container\">\n                <div class=\"stars empty\">\n                    <div class=\"stars full\"><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><\/div>\n                    <i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__text\">\n                                                                                    <span class=\"short-text\">\n                                                My husband and I are so grateful that we chose Kool Kids Mermaid Waters for our son. Like any big transition, it took a little time for our 14 month old to adjust, but now he absolutely loves it.\n\nA huge thank you to his wonderful teachers, Miss Rhi&#8230;.                                                <a href=\"#\" class=\"see-more-link\"><strong>See more<\/strong><\/a>\n                                            <\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"full-text\">\n                                                My husband and I are so grateful that we chose Kool Kids Mermaid Waters for our son. Like any big transition, it took a little time for our 14 month old to adjust, but now he absolutely loves it.\n\nA huge thank you to his wonderful teachers, Miss Rhi and Miss Hannah, who take such beautiful care of him. They truly treat him like their own, and it gives us so much comfort knowing he is in such caring hands. They have helped two very anxious parents feel completely at ease, and it\u2019s been amazing to see our son thriving.\n\nWe\u2019d also like to thank Bonnie for running such a fantastic centre. We couldn\u2019t have asked for a better experience so far.                                            <\/span>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__content-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__meta\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__author\">\n                                                Tal Nidam                                            <\/h3>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__rating\">\n                                        \n            <div class=\"stars-container g8-google-reviews__stars-container\">\n                <div class=\"stars empty\">\n                    <div class=\"stars full\"><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><\/div>\n                    <i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__text\">\n                                                                                    <span class=\"short-text\">\n                                                We would like to sincerely thank Hannah, Rhiannon, and Bonnie for the incredible care, dedication, and warmth they have shown our daughter, Talia. They have been consistently kind, professional, and genuinely attentive, creating a nurturing&#8230;.                                                <a href=\"#\" class=\"see-more-link\"><strong>See more<\/strong><\/a>\n                                            <\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"full-text\">\n                                                We would like to sincerely thank Hannah, Rhiannon, and Bonnie for the incredible care, dedication, and warmth they have shown our daughter, Talia. They have been consistently kind, professional, and genuinely attentive, creating a nurturing environment that gave us complete peace of mind.\n\nWe especially appreciated the creativity and thoughtfulness they put into the daily activities, which made each day engaging and enjoyable for Talia.\n\nAlthough we\u2019ve had to move to a different daycare due to distance, it was not an easy decision because of the wonderful experience we had here. We always felt very comfortable leaving our daughter in their hands.\n\nWe highly recommend this centre to any parents looking for a caring and supportive environment for their child.                                            <\/span>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n\n                    <!-- Pagination -->\n                    <div class=\"g8-slider-pagination-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__nav g8-google-reviews__nav--mobile\">\n                            <button class=\"g8-google-reviews__nav-btn prev\"><i\n                                    class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-left\"><\/i><\/button>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__pagination g8-slider-pagination\"><\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__nav g8-google-reviews__nav--mobile\">\n                            <button class=\"g8-google-reviews__nav-btn next\"><i\n                                    class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/button>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"g8-popup modal fade type-text\"\n                id=\"g8-google-reviews-disclaimer-modal-g8-google-reviews_2_6a79653f38a5f\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\n                data-bs-keyboard=\"false\">\n                <div class=\"modal-dialog modal-dialog-centered\">\n                    <div class=\"modal-content\">\n                        <div class=\"modal-header\">\n                            <h3 class=\"modal-title\">\n                                Source: Google Business Profile                            <\/h3>\n                            <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-close-circle\" data-bs-dismiss=\"modal\"><\/i>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"modal-body g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                            <p>G8 Education does not control or endorse the content of individual reviews. We encourage families to contact the centre directly for the most up-to-date information.<\/p>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/section>\n    \n\n    <section id=\"g8-centres-nearby_22_6708895387178\" class=\"g8-centres-nearby  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__inner-container\">\n                            <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__map\" id=\"g8-centres-nearby__map\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\n                                data-centres='[{&quot;id&quot;:6494,&quot;ccrm_centre_id&quot;:109,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Community Kids Broadbeach Waters&quot;,&quot;featured&quot;:null,&quot;address&quot;:&quot;4 Fremar Street&quot;,&quot;postcode&quot;:&quot;4218&quot;,&quot;suburb&quot;:&quot;Broadbeach Waters&quot;,&quot;state&quot;:&quot;QLD&quot;,&quot;latitude&quot;:-28.0248129,&quot;longitude&quot;:153.4103091,&quot;opening_hours&quot;:[&quot;Monday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Tuesday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Wednesday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Thursday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Friday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Saturday: Closed&quot;,&quot;Sunday: Closed&quot;],&quot;phone&quot;:&quot;(07) 5592 0306&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.communitykids.com.au\\\/our-centres\\\/childcare-broadbeach-waters&quot;,&quot;allow_booking&quot;:null,&quot;book_a_tour_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.communitykids.com.au\\\/book-a-tour\\\/?centre=community-kids-broadbeach-waters\\r&quot;,&quot;google_review_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/widgets.reputation.com\\\/widgets\\\/667a3cd97e037e3020495eb6\\\/run?tk=ade61325c98&quot;,&quot;google_place_id&quot;:&quot;ChIJcfvAxd4EkWsRxaa4qwljDKM&quot;,&quot;notification&quot;:null,&quot;notification_expired_by&quot;:null,&quot;availability_monday&quot;:45.3,&quot;availability_tuesday&quot;:45.3,&quot;availability_wednesday&quot;:46.7,&quot;availability_thursday&quot;:46.7,&quot;availability_friday&quot;:33.3,&quot;distance&quot;:2.561364634558375,&quot;photos&quot;:[null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null],&quot;brand&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:22,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Community Kids&quot;},&quot;badges&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:1,&quot;link&quot;:null,&quot;badgeImage&quot;:null},{&quot;id&quot;:5,&quot;link&quot;:null,&quot;badgeImage&quot;:null}],&quot;groups&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:8,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;QLD kindy&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:9,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Gold Coast&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:34,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;QLD kindy info night 2024&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:103,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;National tour week&quot;}],&quot;services&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:1,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Nursery&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:2,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Toddler&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:3,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Kindergarten&quot;}],&quot;availability_status&quot;:{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Places available&quot;,&quot;colorCode&quot;:&quot;#5FB529&quot;}},{&quot;id&quot;:6674,&quot;ccrm_centre_id&quot;:127,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Kool Kids Early Learning Centre - 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Discover more G8 Education centres near you!<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                \n                                                                    <ul class=\"g8-centres-nearby__centres\">\n                                                                                    <li>\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.communitykids.com.au\/our-centres\/childcare-broadbeach-waters\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-map-point\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                                    <div>\n                                                        <p>Community Kids Broadbeach Waters<\/p>\n                                                        <span>2.56km<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                    <li>\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/our-centres\/childcare-miami\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-map-point\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                                    <div>\n                                                        <p>Kool Kids Early Learning Centre &#8211; Miami<\/p>\n                                                        <span>2.64km<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                    <li>\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.koolkids.com.au\/our-centres\/childcare-nerang\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-map-point\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                                    <div>\n                                                        <p>Kool Kids Early Learning Centre &#8211; Nerang<\/p>\n                                                        <span>10.76km<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/li>\n                                                                            <\/ul>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-accordion_24_670889538717b\"\n        class=\"g8-accordion light  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__title g8-block-title\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n                                                    <div class=\"accordion accordion-flush g8-accordion__items\"\n                                id=\"g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-items\">\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\"\n                                                type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                                                data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-0\"\n                                                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                                                aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-0\">\n                                                <span\n                                                    class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What can I expect from a centre tour?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-0\"\n                                            class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                                            data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-items\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family&#8217;s schedule. <a href=\"\/book-a-tour\">Click here to book a tour online.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You\u2019ll be able to see all the rooms and playgrounds, ask the team members any questions you have in mind, and get all the information you need to make the best decision for your child.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\"\n                                                type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                                                data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-1\"\n                                                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                                                aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-1\">\n                                                <span\n                                                    class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What are the steps to enrol?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-1\"\n                                            class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                                            data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-items\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>Enrolling is simple, and our Family Support Team will guide you through each step.<\/p>\n<p>First, find your local centre and book a tour so you can meet the team and explore the learning environment. If the centre is the right fit and a place is available, you\u2019ll receive an enrolment offer for your child. If a place is not currently available in your child\u2019s age group, we can add your child to the waitlist and keep you updated.<\/p>\n<p>To finalise your enrolment, you\u2019ll complete an online enrolment form through a secure link sent by our Family Support Team. You\u2019ll also need to provide key details and documents, including your child\u2019s birth certificate, Medicare details, immunisation history statement and, if eligible, your Child Care Subsidy details.<\/p>\n<p>Before your child\u2019s first day, you may be invited to attend a Stay and Play session. This gives your child time to explore the centre, meet their educators, and start feeling comfortable in their new environment. Once your paperwork is complete, your child is ready to start their early learning journey with us.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/family-information\/how-to-enrol\">Read our step-by-step guide on how to enrol here.<\/a><\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\"\n                                                type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                                                data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-2\"\n                                                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                                                aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-2\">\n                                                <span\n                                                    class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What can I do to help my child prepare for starting care?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-2\"\n                                            class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                                            data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-items\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>Starting child care is a big milestone, and a little preparation can help your child feel more comfortable and confident.<\/p>\n<p>Before your child\u2019s first day, you can talk positively about their new centre, explain what their day might look like, and practise small routines such as packing their bag, saying goodbye, washing hands and sitting down for meals. You may also like to visit the centre with your child, meet their educators and ask our team about what to bring on the first day.<\/p>\n<p>When your child starts, our educators will take the time to get to know your child\u2019s routine, interests, comfort items and individual needs. Settling in looks different for every child, so we work closely with families to help children feel safe, supported and ready to learn.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/family-information\/settling-in-program\">Learn more about our Settling-in Program.<\/a><\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\"\n                                                type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                                                data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-3\"\n                                                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                                                aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-3\">\n                                                <span\n                                                    class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What should I pack my child for their first day?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-3\"\n                                            class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                                            data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-items\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>Most of our child care and early education centres offer nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, as well as nutritious meals prepared by our in-house cook. Some centres also provide sheets and formula, so you may not need to remember to pack them.<\/p>\n<p>For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits, spare socks and a plastic bag for wet clothes.<\/p>\n<p>For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it\u2019s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits, spare socks and a plastic bag for wet clothes.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\"\n                                                type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                                                data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-4\"\n                                                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                                                aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-4\">\n                                                <span\n                                                    class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">How do I get updates on my child&#039;s day?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-4\"\n                                            class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                                            data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-items\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>Kool Kids uses Xplor Home as our <a href=\"\/family-information\/family-communication\">family communication app<\/a>. It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child\u2019s day.<\/p>\n<p>After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child\u2019s learning, learn about your child\u2019s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\"\n                                                type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                                                data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-5\"\n                                                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                                                aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-5\">\n                                                <span\n                                                    class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What happens if my child gets sick?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-5\"\n                                            class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                                            data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_24_670889538717b-items\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. 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