Enrolment FAQ’s
Q. Can you provide more information on the difference in hours for 3yo kinder?
A. We will have 2 options for enrolment for 3yo Kinder – 12.hrs or 15hrs. These flexible choices have been provided to best accommodate our families and to provide staff with the planning time required to maintain the exceptionally high standards of the program.
Q. How many days will my child attend?
A. 2 days – 15hours (8.30am-4pm)
12.5 hours (1 x 8.30am-4pm, 1 x 8.30am-1.30pm)
Q. What’s best for my child, 12.5hrs or 15hrs?
A. You know your child best. Things to consider when submitting your preference.
– Does your child day nap?
– Does your child attend daycare? What hours do they do? (It’s worth noting that Pre-School differs to daycare with a structure learning program. Often children who attend long daycare hours still find a noticeable difference when transitioning to Kinder)
– Does you child have full confidence toileting?
Whichever you choose, our educators will be committed to delivering a program that focuses on the children’s interests, builds resilience and independence. Please reach out to our Team if you would like to discuss these options further.
Q. Do you have an Open Day planned?
A. Yes, please register your interest by emailing moriac.kin@kindergarten.vic.gov.au to receive more information when dates are confirmed.
Q. My child will commence in 2026, is it too early to enrol now?
A. You can register your expression of interest/enrol (via our website) for the 2026 Pre-School year once your child turns two.
General FAQ’s
Q. How can parents be involved in the Kinder?
A. Any help that parents can give to the preschool is appreciated and here are some ways in which help is needed:
A ‘Stay and Play’ roster will be on display each term. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to participate in the preschool program and it is a time that parents and children eagerly look forward to. Parents are usually rostered on for at least one session per term, but this can vary according to the number of families available and the number of sessions per term.
Q. Do I need a working with Children’s check for Stay and Play?
A. Yes. If coming into the kinder to stay and play you will need to provide a copy of your current Working with children’s check to the kinder.
Other ways to be involved:
• Helping when we go on excursions or if we have a guest at the preschool.
• There are always jobs to be done, such as gardening and mending broken equipment. Please let us know if you can assist.
• Some parents may like to come and share a skill or craft with the children, such as a musical instrument or cooking.
• On occasions we organise Working Bees to tackle a number of jobs at once.
• We have a Fundraising team who organises a number of fundraising activities throughout the year. They are always looking for help, so please offer assistance if you can.
• Join the Committee of Management and participate in the running of our Pre-School Centre.
Laundry: Parents of Pre-School children are asked to participate in the laundering rosters. Each family will be rostered on about once a year, with the onus being on the parent to negotiate a change if this is not suitable. We are aware that many families are on tank water and this may be difficult, so we will always check with you first.
Q. What does my child need to take to Kinder?
Each child will require a bag which they can bring to preschool. These need to be large enough to carry a hat, spare clothing, artwork, a drink bottle and the very important lunch box. Please make sure that containers are able to be easily opened and closed by your child! Each child will be allocated a locker at the beginning of the year where they can put their bag whilst at preschool. Please make sure everything is named and the bag is big enough for children to zip up and manage themselves.
Q. Does Moriac Preschool have a uniform?
The uniform at Moriac Pre-School is not compulsory. This can be purchased directly from Beleza Uniforms Geelong. The Moriac Pre School Centre uniform consists of:
• Short sleeve polo shirt (Red or Navy)
• Crew neck windcheater (Red or Navy)
• Polar fleece vest (Navy)
• Bucket hat (Red or Navy)