Will Grow maintain quality child:teacher ratios, with separate learning areas specific for age/stage development?
We sure will. This is the only way to ensure strong relationships are supporting your child's learning. Group sizes are smaller, to maximise your child's wellbeing. Learning areas for infants, toddlers and young children are inter-connected with options for working independently or together. Research heavily supports group sizes of no larger than 12 for under twos and certainly no larger than 20 for those between the ages of two and three. We've committed to this AND have almost halved the ratio of most other local services for children under three. We are so committed to giving teachers the best conditions for working with your child, we keep these ratios low, right up until they go to school. (1:3 for under twos; 1:6 for two year olds and 1:7 for under five). We ensure these ratios are maintained even when staff are on breaks or taking non contact (meaning our ratios are often even better that stated).
What are your hours?
How do I get on to your waiting list?
We would love to be able to enrol everyone but being a part of our Grow family is pretty special and we have found a waiting list is unavoidable. Our waiting list varies based on how many days you require and of the age of your child. There are occasions where we may be able to offer immediate enrolment however this is best discussed directly with us as it will be dependant on your needs. We will try our very best to accomodate your needs, promise!
We welcome your interest and enrolment via our enrolment tab here on the website or visit us in person. Interest is strong, enrolment is only secured once all administration has been completed and your deposit paid.
To get your enrolment pack on its way; click here now!
What are your fees?
We operate on a full day charge of $65 (minimum of 6.5 hours), or $300 per week for children under three years of age. This includes all nutritious meals and snacks planned and prepared on site by our wonderful chef Andie in our commercial kitchen.
We offer a discount for families with more than one child attending
Will I be able to use 20 free hours with Grow?
Yes, you can attest your child's 20 hours with Grow from three years of age.
For children over three years and attesting ECE hours the fees are $37 for one day, $74 for two days, $110 for three days, $165 for for four days, and $205 for five days (assuming maximum hours per day are nominated).
Do you accept WINZ subsidies?
If you qualify for WINZ assistance we can assist you with this administration on your child's enrolment.
Contact Phone Number:
07 827 4442
Visit us:
17 Kaniera Terrace, St Kilda, Cambridge