· 1. Fee Information
Yamba Preschool is a community-based preschool. The funds to operate the preschool come
partly from the government with the balance being fees paid by parents.
This means that all parents are required to pay their fees on time, so
that the preschool can continue to function effectively.
The preschool is required to maintain a register of families. An annual registration fee of $20.00 applies
per family. A management levy of $20 per
term applies per family.
In completing
your child’s enrolment you accept the payment conditions.
2. Fees for Term 1 2017
Full fee/Non equity 3 year olds - $16 per day
Non equity 4 year olds - $12 per day
Equity 3 & 4 year olds- $8 per day
ATSI - $7 per day
ATSI - $7 per day
No charge for government gazette public and school holidays.
Yamba Preschool requires a copy of a current health care card to be eligible for equity fees.
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3. Paying your fees
What to Pay
You
will receive a statement at the beginning of each term showing your fees for
the term, and another before the end of term. You may receive a reminder
When to Pay
Weekly, fortnightly, monthly or by the term. First payment due by Week 3
each term. If paying by term, you must pay in full by week 3.
Fees must be
up to date each week, and paid in full by the end of each term.
How to pay
Cheque,
internet, Centrepay or cash at any National Australia branch.
4. Receipts
Registered
Care receipts will be issued at the end of each term.
You
may be eligible to claim a portion of your fees from Centrelink . unlike Long
Day care and Family Day Care, this is not done automatically by the preschool
on your behalf .To claim, you first need to take your Registered Care receipt to
any Centrelink office and complete a form for Payment of Child Care Benefit for
Registered care.
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5. Absent Days/Extra Days
Absent days must be paid for. If you
know that your child will have an extended absence, the preschool might be able
to arrange for a child to take his/her place. If not, you must pay for those
days.
Any casual days of attendance are charged at
the full rate of $16 per day.
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6. Office Information
Leanne,
our Administration manager is in the office from 9.00am - 1.00pm on Tuesdays and
Thursdays
