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City of Greater Shepparton
URL: http://www.greatershepparton.com.au/residents/family/
Children's and Youth Services
Family and Children's Services provide a number of child care services, including Family Day Care, Occasional Care and Long Day Care.
Greater Shepparton City Council believes every family has the right to quality education and care services that recognise and value each child as an individual and are responsive to the needs of families.
The early childhood years are important formative years in a child's development. The early childhood setting therefore needs to be a warm, secure, caring environment where the development of independence and self-confidence is fostered, and creativity and individuality are encouraged. The partnership between parent and educator is invaluable in the care and outcome for the child.
Our services are flexible and responsive to the changing needs of children and their families and are provided in a way that is supportive of each families values, cultural and religious needs.
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Information brochure and donation form
Contact: Children's and Youth Services on (03) 5832 9783 for more information.
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The Greater Shepparton Best Start Early Years Plan 2011-2014(BSEYP) aims to improve the health and wellbeing of children aged 0 to 6 years and is a document Council, the Partnership and related workgroups are all extremely proud of.
The Greater Shepparton City Council operates a number of childcare services providing quality early childhood education and care for the local community.
Family Day Care is an approved childcare service providing quality childcare in educators's homes across Australia.
Council coordinates a number of kindergartens in the region. Here you can find the latest information on these services.
Long Day Care Centres provide education and care on a full time, part time, or casual basis for children aged 0-6 years of age.
Soon after your baby is born, the hospital or midwife will contact the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Service.
The Occasional Care child care program provides occasional care for children between the ages of 0-6 years in facilities that cater for children's needs. We trust you and your children will enjoy being part of an environment that is secure, friendly and stimulating.
Playgroups are great fun for both grown ups and children. They provide parents and caregivers with the opportunity to meet new people, gain support and ideas. They allow babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers to socialise as they play and learn together. All playgroups are different but the emphasis is on fun and friendship.
Smiles 4 Miles is an exciting health promotion program for preschool aged children currently being implemented in the City of Greater Shepparton.