Step Ahead Kids Early Learning Centre

59 Oaks Street, THIRLMERE NSW 2572
Phone: (02) 4681 9901
Website: Step Ahead Kids Early Learning Centre
Email: stepaheadkids@hotmail.com
Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday  -  7:00am to 6:00pm
Long Day Care is provided in day care centres mainly for children up to school age. Also known as kindergartens, preschools, child care centres or early learning centres.
The following service information (including fees and vacancies) has been provided by the child care service and a waiting list may apply. Please contact the child care service to confirm the service’s details. Please note that child care services generally update their vacancies weekly. Vacancies may change between updates. Service’s information relating to the National Quality Framework is sourced from the State and Territory Regulatory Authorities and the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority.

If you have any feedback on the information provided please contact mychild@education.gov.au.

Vacancy information has not been provided by this child care service. For details regarding vacancies please contact the service.

Hourly fee – The hourly fee is based on care per hour and may include other items or services in the fee.

Weekly fee – The weekly fee is based on care per child from Monday to Friday and may include other items or services in the fee.

Full Day, Half Day, Preschool, Before School Care and After School Care Fee – The fee services offered and may include other items or services in the fee. For example 7:30 am to 9:00 am for Before School Care or 9:00 am to 3:00 pm for Preschool.

Other items or services included in the fee.

  • Transport service – If transport is included in the fee
  • Excursions / Incursions Service – Outings or visitors attending the centre enrich the children’s experience.
  • Additional Activities – Activities in addition to the National Quality Framework, Approved Learning Framework such as dance classes.

Additional information – Details of any additional services offered or other helpful information.

For further information on what each type of child care offers and for assistance in choosing a child care service that meets your needs, see what are my child care options?

 

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Transport Service
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Fees

Fees below do not take into account Child Care Benefit and Child Care Rebate payments - See the guide for out of pocket costs.

Age
Full Day Fees
Included in Fees
0 - 12 Months $90.00 Breakfast, Morning tea, Lunch, Afternoon tea and Other Meals
13 - 24 Months $90.00 Breakfast, Morning tea, Lunch, Afternoon tea and Other Meals
25 - 35 Months $85.00 Breakfast, Morning tea, Lunch, Afternoon tea and Other Meals
36 Months - Preschool Age $84.00 Breakfast, Morning tea, Lunch, Afternoon tea and Other Meals
Age
Before School Care Fees
Included in Fees
Over Preschool Age $21.00 Afternoon tea
Age
After School Care Fees
Included in Fees
Over Preschool Age $27.00 Afternoon tea

Additional Service Information

Our centre has several Early Childhood Teachers that provide a preschool curriculum for various age groups. All meals provided. We provide a before and after school care program.

Last updated: 20 February 2018

Out of Pocket Costs

The Australian Government provides financial assistance to reduce the cost of child care for families. To view an indication of general out of pocket costs, select a full day fee from the options below. For a more personalised estimate, you can visit the Child Care Estimator.
For the most accurate assessment of your entitlements, please contact the Department of Human Services.

Select a full day fee below to view out of pocket costs

Quality of Service

Services covered by the National Quality Framework have been assessed and rated against the seven Quality Areas of the National Quality Standard and the Education and Care Services National Regulations. The assessment and rating process aims to drive continuous quality improvement for services and provide families with better information for making choices about their children’s education and care. The overall rating for a service is determined by the combination of the ratings achieved in each Quality Area.

Each state and territory Regulatory Authority undertakes the assessment and rating process. The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority, ACECQA, is responsible for ensuring consistency in assessment and ratings across Australia, assessing services for the Excellent rating and creating awareness in the sector and community about the assessment and rating process.

Quality Areas and Ratings

Note: These ratings may not be up to date. For current information, visit ACECQA website.

Quality Area Rating
1 Educational program and practice Meeting National Quality Standard Display information about quality area 1 and its rating
Meeting National Quality Standard: Indicates that a service is meeting the new, higher National Quality Standard.


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2 Children's health and safety Meeting National Quality Standard Display information about quality area 2 and its rating
Meeting National Quality Standard: Indicates that a service is meeting the new, higher National Quality Standard.


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3 Physical environment Meeting National Quality Standard Display information about quality area 3 and its rating
Meeting National Quality Standard: Indicates that a service is meeting the new, higher National Quality Standard.


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4 Staffing arrangements Meeting National Quality Standard Display information about quality area 4 and its rating
Meeting National Quality Standard: Indicates that a service is meeting the new, higher National Quality Standard.


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5 Relationships with children Meeting National Quality Standard Display information about quality area 5 and its rating
Meeting National Quality Standard: Indicates that a service is meeting the new, higher National Quality Standard.


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6 Collaborative partnerships with families and communities Meeting National Quality Standard Display information about quality area 6 and its rating
Meeting National Quality Standard: Indicates that a service is meeting the new, higher National Quality Standard.


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7 Leadership and service management Meeting National Quality Standard Display information about quality area 7 and its rating
Meeting National Quality Standard: Indicates that a service is meeting the new, higher National Quality Standard.


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Overall Rating: Meeting National Quality Standard

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This service has received an overall rating of Meeting National Quality Standard. This service meets the new, higher National Quality Standard. It provides quality education and care in all seven quality areas.
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