Our mixed-age kindergarten room is designed to build curiosity, creativity and confidence through meaningful, play-based learning experiences.
Our Long Day Care operates Monday to Friday.
Younger children learn alongside and from older peers, while older children build confidence, leadership and social skills in a caring and inclusive environment.
Our educators create warm, supportive environments where every child’s strengths, interests and individuality are valued. Through hands-on exploration, play and meaningful relationships, we support children to build independence, confidence and a lifelong love of learning, helping prepare them for school and beyond.
Funded Kindergarten
Funded kindergarten for three- and four-year-olds is integrated into our long day care program, combining play-based learning with familiar educators, consistent routines and friendships.
Hours & Bookings
6:30am–6:30pm, Monday to Friday
A minimum booking of two days per week applies.
Year-Round Care & Holiday Step-Up
Care continues throughout the school holidays, with a short Christmas closure of approximately 10 days.
During school holidays, kindergarten children can also choose to join our optional Step-Up Program alongside school-aged children. This gives children the opportunity to experience different activities and routines, build confidence and independence, and become more familiar with the idea of school holidays and school-aged care.
Our Long Day Care Program
Why Families Choose Bug-A-Lugs
Funded Kinder Within Long Day Care
Play-based funded kindergarten for three- and four-year-olds, building curiosity, confidence and friendships within the familiarity of our long day care program.
Familiar, Trusted Educators
Our caring and consistent team builds strong relationships with children and families, helping every child feel known, welcomed and valued.
Exceeding-Rated Service
Proudly rated Exceeding the National Quality Standard, reflecting our ongoing commitment to quality education, care, wellbeing and relationships.
Supporting the Transition to School Strong connections with local schools, our established OSHC program and optional holiday Step-Up Program help children build confidence and familiarity as they prepare for school.
Quality Staffing and Supervision
We maintain required educator-to-child ratios, with educators actively engaged with children to support attentive care, strong relationships and active supervision throughout the day.
A Strong Focus on Safety
Children’s safety is always a priority. Clear supervision plans, experienced educators and thoughtful risk management help ensure children feel safe, supported and well cared for.
Fee Structure
Long Day Care Fees
Our Long Day Care fee is $130 per day, before any applicable Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and kindergarten funding reductions.
A minimum booking of two days per week applies, supporting consistent routines, friendships and a strong sense of belonging.
During school holidays, kindergarten children may also choose to join our optional Step-Up Program for an additional $30 per day, on top of the Long Day Care fee.
Included in Your Long Day Care Fee
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Breakfast, served until approximately 8:00am
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Afternoon tea
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Our educational and play-based learning program
Funded Kindergarten
Eligible three- and four-year-olds can access funded kindergarten as part of our Long Day Care program.
For families receiving the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), CCS is applied first, followed by the Victorian Government Free Kinder offset, which further reduces your out-of-pocket fees.
The Free Kinder offset is applied directly to your account throughout the year, and families pay the remaining balance each fortnight.
Families can access Kinder funding at one service at a time.
Child Care Subsidy (CCS)
Eligible families may receive the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) from the Australian Government to help reduce the cost of Long Day Care.
CCS is paid directly to our service and applied to your account. Your entitlement is determined by Services Australia and is based on your family’s circumstances.
After CCS and any applicable Free Kinder offset are applied, families pay the remaining balance each fortnight.
For eligibility and further information, visit the Services Australia Child Care Subsidy website.
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Additional Information
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Our funded kindergarten program operates during Victorian school terms.
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Long Day Care continues throughout the school holidays on your child’s usual booked days at the standard daily fee.
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Enrolled children may choose to join our optional Step-Up Program with school-aged children for an additional $30 per day.
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Children who do not participate in the Step-Up Program continue with their usual Long Day Care routine and familiar educators.
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Our service closes for approximately 10 days over Christmas.