Butterflies (3-4 years)

And so the cycle continues……from Caterpillars to Butterflies… they are beginning to spread their little wings and getting ready for school.  In the Butterfly room there is a more structured environment.  The aim of this environment is to assist your child to develop their communication and self help skills, follow a routine and participate in small group activities such as language and music based learning, craft, games and so on.

In the Butterflies room, our activities are similar to the MELC Prep program but with less emphasis on school preparation.  Interest-based activities encouraging children to learn with programmed group times of music, movement and language are all designed to help the Butterflies become self-confident and positive little people.

Butterflies (3-4 years) FAQs

How much does MELC cost and how do I have to pay?

The cost of childcare at MELC is as follows (effective 15 May 2023);

  • Children 0-2 years  $149 per day
  • Children 2-3 years  $143 per day
  • Children 3-4 years  $138 per day
  • Children 4-5 years  $136 per day
  • Before School care 5-12 years $38 per day
  • After School care 5-12 years $48 per day
  • Vacation care is $65-$95 per day depending on the activity

Short day pickup by 3.00pm - $15 reduction in fees.

In terms of government assistance, the Centre is licensed and accredited by ACECQA.  By contacting the Family Assistance Office and quoting our Customer Reference Number (407 185 690H) your rebate entitlement can be calculated.   For further information please go to www.education.gov.au/childcare 

Payment of fees can be made via EFTPOS (including credit card), electronic transfer via Internet banking, or by direct debit.  Fees are payable fortnightly in advance and a bond of $500 per family is payable on enrolment.

 

 

What is the daily routine in the Butterflies room?

The daily routine in our Butterflies room is packed with social interaction, games and learning, whilst introducing more structure to the day in preparation for our Prep Program.  We are busy with a range of activities, but generally speaking our routine looks like this:

  • Programmed indoor learning experiences eg. Bead threading puzzles
  • News time
  • Morning tea
  • Programmed outdoor learning experiences
  • Language and music/movement program
  • Lunch
  • Rest time and rest activities
  • Afternoon tea
  • Gross motor development eg balance, hand/eye coordination
  • Late afternoon tea
  • Variety of indoor learning experiences eg reading, drawing, computers etc
What do we need to bring each day in the Butterflies room?

At MELC we provide:  

  • Breakfast, morning tea, hot lunch, afternoon tea, late afternoon tea
  • All drinks, including milk (soy, full cream, etc)
  • Sunhats and sunscreen
  • All bedding

You will need to supply a change of clothes (labelled clearly) and a comfort item for rest time if required.

Is my child’s progress & development recorded?

To assist you in seeing your child’s progress during their time at the Centre, portfolios are prepared by the carers for each child. They contain observations, examples of work, photos, art/craft and information on children’s current interests or work in progress and become a lovely memento of your child's time here with us.

There are regular times throughout the year when the portfolios are sent home for parents to look at and add to, and you are welcome to view your child’s portfolio at the Centre at any other time. 

How do I book a place at MELC?

If you are thinking about enrolling your child in long day care and considering which centre to attend, we would encourage you to come in and take a look around our Centre at any time. We’d be delighted to meet you and show you how we do things at MELC.

If you have already decided that you would like to book your child in to MELC, then simply print and complete the Request for Placement Form and send it back to us by fax or mail. This form then adds you to our waiting list for the first available place.

When a place becomes available, you will need to complete and return the Enrolment Form to ensure that we have the necessary information on file regarding your child.

What are your opening hours?

We are open from 6.30am to 6.30pm, Monday - Friday, 51 weeks per year.

Parents are encouraged to come in and visit our fabulous facilities at any time, or to call us if you have any questions.

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