Free Kindy is for children who are aged at least 4 years old by 30 June in the year before they start school.

Kindy is a part-time educational program for children in the year before Prep. It is 15 hours per week, 40 weeks per year and is free for Queensland children attending a government approved Kindergarten program.

Families will benefit from Free Kindy whether they attend a sessional or long day care service.

Sessional Kindergartens operate during school hours each school term, whereas long day care services can provide a Kindergarten program as part of their extended hours of care.

What is Kindy? Kindergarten, known as Kindy, is a part-time educational program for children in the year before Prep (the first year of school in Queensland). Kindy is a place where your child will learn through play experiences and interactions that support their early learning, wellbeing and development. By participating in Kindy, children develop a love of learning and are supported with their transition to Prep.

Queensland Government Approved Kindy programs are delivered by a qualified early childhood teacher. Kindy programs can be offered at early childhood education centres; selected rural and remote and other selected state schools where there have been Kindy in Queensland Kindy is 15 hours per week, 40 weeks per year and is free. Barriers to access Kindergarten; and by distance education or eKindy for some children who cannot access a centre. Learning at Kindy provides young children with opportunities to:

• Use language to communicate ideas, feelings and needs

• Make friends, interact and cooperate with others

• Identify issues and develop problem solving skills

• Become more confident and independent in their abilities

• Connect with, explore and contribute to their world

• Build their knowledge and explore new ideas, helping to build their confidence.

A Warm Welcome from the Centre Manager and Assistant Centre Manager to our valued centre families.

We would like to extend a heartfelt welcome to our new families and a warm welcome back to our returning families for an exciting year ahead at Kidi Kingdom Child Care Coomera in 2025!

A huge congratulations to our 2024 Kindergarten Graduates, your journey has been inspiring and we are eager to see what the future holds for each of you. Well done, young achievers!

To stay up to date with your child's learning journey, please remember to check Hub Hello, where you will find learning stories, photos, observations, and much more.

We were also thrilled to announce our very first Community Day on Friday, 7th February, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM!. This special event featured food trucks, a face painter, a petting zoo, and market stalls. It was a fantastic opportunity for families to come together and enjoy a fun filled evening.

If you ever need any assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Management Team.

At Kidi Kingdom Child Care, we are committed to creating an environment where children are excited to play and explore, while our educators ensure that every experience is enriched with meaningful learning opportunities.

We look forward to a fantastic year ahead with you all.

Please if you have any questions or concerns feel free to approach me at reception or simply email us at c@kidikingdom.com.au. Please head over to our Facebook page and we always appreciate our loyal families helping our centre by sharing your positive experiences to the local community by writing a quick 5 star Google, CareForKids or Facebook review.

Kind Regards, Puneet Kaur Centre Manager	Click here to visit our pages at Facebook and Instagram

Dear Valued Centre Families,

Hello! My name is Yixuan Zhang (Miss Lisa) and I am delighted to introduce myself as the new Educational Leader at Kidi Kingdom Child Care Coomera. It is an honour to join your child's learning journey and I look forward to supporting their growth and development alongside our amazing team.

Since joining the centre, I have been inspired by the children's curiosity, creativity and energy. It has been a joy to watch them explore, learn and grow every day. I am also impressed by the dedication and passion of our educators, who strive to create a nurturing and an engaging environment for all children.

At Kidi Kingdom Child Care Coomera, we believe in creating meaningful learning opportunities that are guided by each child's unique interests and strengths. We also highly value the collaboration between families and educators, as we believe that every child thrives when both work together in partnership. Your insights and suggestions are invaluable to us in ensuring we meet your child's individual needs. If there are specific learning goals or areas of interest you'd like us to focus on, please feel free to share these with your child's lead educator. We welcome your input to support your child's learning and development, as we work together to create the best possible experience for them.

To better support your child's learning journey, here is the team of Lead Educators in each room:

• Miss Tanvi -Early Learners

• Miss Ginnu -Junior Early Years

• Miss Annu -Senior Early Years

• Miss Antoniette -Kindergarten

Each of these educators is dedicated to providing a caring and inspiring learning environment and they will work closely with families to support the growth and development of every child.

In the coming months, I look forward to building strong connections with you and your family. Together, we can create a positive and supportive environment for your child to flourish. If you have any questions, ideas or feedback, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.

Thank you for trusting us to be part of your child's early education. I cannot wait to see all the amazing things we can achieve together!

Warm Regards, Yixuan Zhang (Miss Lisa) Educational Leader

Our Early Learners have been reaching so many exciting milestones over the past few months!. It has been wonderful to watch them grow and develop as they begin to crawl, sit, walk and babble in each achievement bringing so much joy and excitement.

December was a magical month as we celebrated Christmas with a variety of fun and engaging activities. The children loved getting creative with Christmas crafts, exploring different textures in sensory play and even trying their hands at some festive cooking. It was a month full of laughter, learning and holiday cheer!

In January, we continued the celebrations by learning about different cultural events, including Chinese New Year and Australia Day. The children enjoyed engaging in themed activities that introduced them to new traditions, colours and sensory experiences, making it an enriching start to the new year.

Looking ahead, we are excited to explore the world of colours! Throughout the next month, our little learners will be introduced to a variety of colors through fun, hands on activities. To start, we will be focusing on the color red, just in time to celebrate Valentine's Day! We look forward to another month of growth, discovery and colourful adventures.

Warm Regards, Miss Tanvi and Miss McKenna Early Learners Educators

I hope this message finds you well!

My name is Ginnu and I am a certified early childhood educator currently pursuing my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education.

It is an absolute privilege to work with your children in this foundational stage of their learning journey. As an educator, I am committed to creating a space where curiosity is nurtured, relationships are built and every child feels valued.

Over the past few months, we have seen beautiful bonds develop between the children, whether they are new to the room or transitioning into this space. It is heartwarming to see them forming connections and building a sense of community.

We have been busy with many hands on activities, from colouring, watering plants, water play and sustainability projects, each fostering creativity and learning in its own way. The children have also been diving into colour recognition, alongside other fun and educational activities that promote growth in all areas.

We are excited for the coming months and the many more opportunities to learn, explore and grow together.

Warm Regards, Ms Ginnu Junior Early Years Educator

Dear Valued Centre Families,

I am excited to introduce myself as Miss Annu, the Lead Educator in the Senior Early Years Room. With a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, I am passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment where children can explore, grow and develop essential skills.

In our Senior Early Years Room, we focus on hands on experiences that encourage creativity, curiosity and confidence. From art and craft to science experiments, each activity is designed to support children's development while making learning fun. I look forward to working closely with families to ensure every child thrives in our care.

Thank you for your continued support and I cannot wait to embark on this wonderful learning journey with you and your little ones!

Warm Regards, Miss Annu Senior Early Years Educator

Welcome Valued Kindergarten Families,

In the Kindergarten room the children have been showing a lot of interest in exploring bugs and plants .The children have been spontaneously searching for bugs around our playground during outside play. The children have recently been observing the lady bugs in our vegetable garden and their curiosity in the vegetable plants was also sparked as they have been collecting mint leaves and basil leaves exploring the scent of these leaves. During group times the children have joined in discussions about some of the life cycles of bugs and plants.

In the next few weeks the children will be given the opportunities to explore bugs through one of our newest resources, which are microscopes and we will also be providing the children more opportunities to engage in cooking/food preparation experiences using a variety of vegetables and herbs which they will collect for our vegetable garden. Some of the children have requested that we make "mint ice cream" with the mint leaves, which is also a great idea.

In the next few weeks we will also be encouraging the children transitioning to the Kindergarten room to develop a sense of belonging by encouraging the children to participate in a variety of circle games to promote positive friendships and enhance their confidence and social skills.

Warm Regards, Mrs Antonietta Kindergarten Teacher

Dear Valued Families of the School Care Room,

We would like to take this opportunity to share some updates and highlight the exciting activities your child has been involved in the School Care Room. This month, we focused on creating a safe, nurturing and enjoyable environment where the children could relax after school, develop new skills and build friendships.

Our activities this month included arts and crafts, team building games and outdoor activities, all designed to encourage creativity, foster cooperation and promote physical activity. The children have shown great enthusiasm in these activities and it has been a joy to see their growth as they explore new challenges and express themselves.

We also place a strong emphasis on fostering positive social interactions among the children, ensuring they feel supported and comfortable in the school care environment. Whether through group discussions or shared activities, we are dedicated to building a sense of community and helping the children develop communication and problem solving Skills.

We welcome any feedback you may have to help us continue improving the services and activities in the School Care Room. If you have any suggestions or ideas, please feel free to speak with any of our team. We highly value your input and look forward to working together to ensure your child has a rewarding and enjoyable time with us.

Thank you for your ongoing support.

Warm Regards, Miss Lisa School Care Teacher

Ingredients

3 whole meal 20 cm pita breads

1/4 cup tomato paste (no added salt is best)

1/2 cup canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed

1/2 red capsicum, thinly sliced

6 button mushrooms, thinly sliced

1/2 cup diced fresh or tinned pineapple

1 tomato, thinly sliced

1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated

1 handful fresh basil to garnish

Method

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees C. (180 degrees C. fan forced).

Place bread onto oven trays and spread with tomato paste. Arrange all other ingredients over the bread. Top with cheese.

Bake in a preheated oven for 10 minutes or until golden.

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Top with fresh basil. Cut into wedges and serve.

Tips

Use any toppings you like to make this recipe.

Use any types of flatbreads, or try whole meal English muffins cut in half. Just make sure the base is thick enough to support your toppings.

If your family loves this easy pizza, increase the recipe amounts the next time you make it. This way, you can have leftovers for lunch the next day.