What we offer:

Welcome to Thorndon Park Kindergarten, nestled in the lovely suburb of Athelstone! We are thrilled to support local families within our catchment area, offering a friendly and nurturing environment for your child. With small group sizes and a caring, experienced team of educators, we ensure each child receives the individual attention they deserve. Our beautiful natural surroundings and well-equipped facilities provide the perfect space for your child to explore, learn, and grow.

It operates on a full-time basis, offering the following services:

• • 15 hours of preschool per week, two full days: 8:15am – 3:45pm.
  • Small groups, with a current maximum of 22 children per a group, children attend on:
    • Monday and Tuesday (Red Gum group)
    • Wednesday and Thursday (Blue Gum group)
  • Specialist support for children with additional rights is available by referral to Department for Education Support Services.
  • Orientation visits are offered to new children during Term 4, prior to beginning their kindergarten learning journey in Term 1 of the following year. Orientation opportunities are also provided for children commencing through the mid-year intake, with visits offered in the lead-up to their start. These visits provide children and families with opportunities to become familiar with the kindergarten environment, educators, routines and community, supporting a confident and positive transition into kindergarten.