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Children's Services responds to the dynamics of many communities across the Wimmera. The children's services team provides a range of education and care services to communities at a high level of quality and in collaboration with parents, families, local government and the broader community.

The centres operate with qualified and experienced staff who help your children develop their self-esteem and skills by providing an educational program which includes challenging and creative learning opportunities for all children whilst they are at play.

The centres are all licensed by Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and comply with the relevant quality assurance requirements, such as the National Childcare Accreditation Council. The centres are also working towards full compliance as Sunsmart and Go For Your Life accredited facilities.

All services charge fees to cover operating costs and these are invoiced regularly as per Wimmera UnitingCare policies.

LONG DAY CARE

Provides full and half day care to assist parents in the workforce or furthering their education.

• Available in Horsham and Warracknabeal.
• Families are eligible for child care benefit.

KINDERGARTENS

Programs are for four year old children in the year prior to school entry and a program for three year old children. Wimmera UnitingCare Kindergartens are located at Rainbow, Jeparit, Dimboola, Nhill and Horsham.

FAMILY DAY CARE

Careproviders meet rigorous criteria to provide a safe and caring environment for children in their own home. The service is available up to seven days per week, weekends and overnight for up to 52 weeks of the year. Families are eligible for child care benefit.

OCCASIONAL CARE

Horsham Occasional Care operates three mornings per week from a licensed child care venue. Children are eligible to be enrolled from 2-6 years of age.

OUT OF SCHOOL HOURS CARE

Offers school aged children a fun and relaxing, safe environment in Horsham with a range of activities including physical sports, cooking, craft and games.

• Operates 3.00pm till 6.00pm every school day across the year.
• Vacation care from 8.00am to 6.00pm during school holiday periods.

RURAL CHILD CARE

These services operate 1-4 days a week. Fees apply for each service. Child Care Benefits do not apply.

PRESCHOOL FIELD OFFICER - PSFO

The PSFO is a support person for enrolled children in kindergartens who have additional needs or require support. The PSFO also manages the Kindergarten Inclusion Support Service that provides an additional staff member in specific cases. This is a free service.