Tinker Garden

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No, this is a drop and go program. However, we understand that for some children, transitioning away from their caregivers is a big step.  We want all children to feel comfortable and supported and as such, parents are welcome to stay and settle their child in. 

We have a maximum of 12 children in each group and follow ACECQA guidelines for adult to child ratios. Our groups are intentionally small to ensure that educators are able to meet the needs of individuals and build strong relationships with each child. 

The Tinker Garden sessions are led by Emma. Emma is a  Bachelor qualified teacher with over 20 years experience working with children in both primary school and early childhood settings. 

Emma is a fully registered teacher and holds a Blue Card and First Aid qualifications specifically for working with children including CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma training. 

All bookings are non-refundable. Unfortunately we can not offer refunds or credits for individual weeks missed in the term. However, we do offer make-up sessions on other Tinker Garden days within the term (depending on group numbers & availability). 

Sessions cancelled by the organiser due to unsafe weather conditions or educator illness will be rescheduled or credited to your account. You will be notified of any cancellations by 8am on the day. 

Rainy day play can be lots of fun so our session will go ahead if it's raining. On these days, your child is encouraged wear gumboots and raincoat or wet weather coveralls to our play session. Children will usually have the option to play outdoors or indoors during wet weather. 

Our session will be cancelled in the event of heavy rain or thunderstorms. You will be notified no later than 8am if our session will not go ahead and the session will either be rescheduled or credited to your account.