Enrolment Information
We are thrilled to reach out to you as a part of the Bright Achievers family. We understand that choosing the right Early Learning Centre is a significant decision for your family, and we are honoured that you have considered us to be a part of your child’s journey.
At Bright Achievers, we are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children to grow, learn, and thrive. Our team of highly qualified and passionate educators is committed to ensuring that every child receives the highest quality of care and education, fostering their development across all areas.
To ensure a smooth transition and make the enrolment process convenient for you, we have provided information about the necessary steps to take.
STEP 1:
| Administration Checklist |
| Centrelink CCS Claim made through MyGov Services |
| Enrolment form filled out correctly & Signed |
| Birth Certificate & Medicare Immunisation Records attached to Enrolment Form |
| Any Medication Forms, Allergy Reports, Developmental Reports or Action Plans attached to Enrolment Form. Please remember to ask your GP or Doctor to sign it. |
| Bond and Admin Fee Paid in Full |
| Direct Debit Set up with the Service. |
| Fill out your Child’s routine Form for their Educators |
| Email Current child’s Photo & Family Photo for Children’s Record. |
| Book Orientation Dates |
| Setting you up with our Parent App – OWNA for all updates right on your phone. |
STEP 2:
| Orientation |
Orientation is an important process for children, families and educators to gain vital information about the individual child’s needs, interests and strengths. To enable children to feel safe and secure, and to set the foundations for a trusting partnership, we feel that it is necessary for the family to attend an orientation visit. This visit, or visits, assist the child to adjust to a new setting and helps to make the transition from home to the Service a smooth and positive experience.
During orientation, educators will discuss the following in order to gain a better understanding in supporting the family and child:
- the cultural and/or linguistic background for families from non-English speaking backgrounds (external support may be required)
- the family’s needs in relation to work or other commitments
- days and times child care is required
- the family’s previous knowledge or experience of other children’s services
- any additional needs of the child and/or their family
- any court orders, parenting orders that are applicable to the child
- service philosophy and curriculum
- the child’s interests
- family goals and expectations
- any allergies or dietary needs for the child
- emergency or health care plans for the child if relevant
- the Service and room routines.
STEP 3:
| FIRST DAY: Getting Ready – Items for educators to access daily |
| Bucket Wide Brimmed Sun Hat(we have a no hat no play sun safe policy) |
| Water Bottle clearly labelled with child’s name |
| Bed Sheets (blanket, pillow, comforter if needed), in a separate environmental bag clearly labelled with child’s name |
| Formula/Milk Bottles for 0-2 years old childrenBottles are to be filled with correct water or milk to be given.Correct scoops of formula to be placed in separate container for the day.(if applicable) Please remember to bring 1 bottle per serve. |
| Dummy, (if applicable) Clearly Labelled with Cap & placed in a labelled container. |
| We provide Nappies, however if providing own Nappies, please label |
| Nappy Rash Cream (if applicable) clearly labelled with child’s name |
| Packing your Child’s School Bag – Items to be packed as spare clothing |
| Spare Long Pants and Shortsx 2 of each preferably |
| Spare Long sleeve Shirt & Short Sleeve shirtx 2 of each preferably |
| Underwear such as singlets, undies or onesiesx 2 of each preferably |
| Spare Jacket or Jumper |
| Spare Socksx 2 of each preferably |
| Spare pair of shoes |
| Small Towel(this is to use if the children become soiled and need a bath) |
| Toilet Training children are asked to bring a waterproof spare bag for soiled clothes |
STEP 4:
| Saying Goodbye |
- If possible, start with shorter or fewer days then gradually increase their time spent at the care centre. Once they develop a settling routine, they should be more comfortable.
- Don’t let your emotions or anxieties affect your child. Try and hold back your tears when you drop them off.
- Say ‘goodbye’ confidently and reassure them when you leave that you (or someone else) will be back later to collect them.
- Give your child sufficient time to say their goodbyes in the morning. Arrive at the service early so you have time to prepare your child for a good day.
For more information about starting childcare see Starting Blocks website here.