Mindarie Primary OSHC
Safe and Secure Outside School Care
Keiki Mindarie Primary OSHC provides high quality before school care, after school care and vacation care based on school grounds. Children enjoy a stimulating educational program set within a secure dedicated indoor and outdoor space.
Outside School Care and Preschool
Keiki Early Learning operate a dedicated childcare and early learning centre based at Mindarie Primary School. Established in 2008, Keiki Mindarie Primary caters for children from 3 to 12 years. The centre provides an outside school care service, in addition to running a unique Preschool Program onsite.
Keiki Mindarie Primary is ideally positioned to provide the benefits of a close working relationship with Mindarie Primary School, its teachers and staff. We offer a safe, nurturing and stimulating natural environment located conveniently on school grounds. This early learning and OSHC centre is perfect for those who live or work around Mindarie, Quinns Rocks, Merriwa, Clarkson, Somerly or Ridgewood.
Our Programs
Outside of School Hours Care
At Keiki Mindarie Primary, we offer a safe environment where children are encouraged to socialise, play and interact with other children and educators outside of school hours. We focus on providing stimulating social and recreational activities for school-aged children through our outside school care programs, including:
- Before and after school care
- Pupil free day activities
- Vacation care programs over school holidays
Our outside school hours care service complies with all state regulations, and we are committed to providing the highest quality care for school-aged children in Western Australia.
Before and After School Care
We believe in giving children a wide variety of environments and activities to choose from. These include the beautiful new nature garden, basketball courts and undercover tiger turf play area. There are also many quiet, serene spaces to sit and watch when your child craves a little peace after a busy day at school. Our outside hours care service also allows graduates of Keiki Mindarie’s Preschool program to revisit our centre and continue their connection with friends and educators.
During before and after school care, children enjoy a stimulating program including regular sports and sustainability incursions. Our before school care program is operated every school day before school starts from 6:30am to 8.45am, with after school care running from 2:30pm to 6pm.
Learn MoreVacation Care
Our vacation care program is designed to beat school holiday boredom. The program offers a range of planned activities, incursions and excursions for school-aged children. All children in the local community are able to enrol in our vacation care program, whether they attend Mindarie Primary School or another school.
Our Educators
We have long-standing, mature and carefully chosen educators who love working with pre-kindy and primary school age groups. Our highly qualified team regularly undertake professional development to update their skills. This ensures that we continue to provide the high-quality outside school care and early learning services we are known for.
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Book a Tour Today
Enrolment is now open at Keiki Mindarie Primary. Book a tour of our centre to see more of our unique facilities or contact us for more information. Limited places are available. Fill out the form below, call our team on 0448 588 166 or email us at mindarieprimary@keikiearlylearning.com.au today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Does Keiki Early Learning Mindarie Primary Preschool Offer Vacation Care Services?
Yes! We offer Vacation Care services at Keiki Mindarie Primary for children already attending school. To learn more about the vacation care programs available or to book your child in for the upcoming school holidays, please visit our Vacation Care page.
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How Can I Contact You At Keiki Mindarie Primary?
You can reach Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool during opening hours by calling 0448 588 166 or emailing mindarieprimary@keikiearlylearning.com.au. While we do our best to respond to all calls quickly, there may be moments when our educators are focused on supporting the children and unable to answer straight away.
If your enquiry is urgent or you’re unable to reach the centre directly, our Keiki Hub head office is available to help. Please call 9300 1330 or email schools@keikiearlylearning.com.au, and the team will ensure your message reaches the right person.
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Do You Have Any Current Availabilities At Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool?
For the most up-to-date information on childcare vacancies, please contact Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool directly on 0448 588 166. Our friendly team will be happy to discuss your family’s needs and provide availability details based on your preferred days and child’s age group.
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What Are Your Daily Fees At Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool?
At Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool, our daily fee is $117.00 per full day of care.
This rate represents the standard cost before any applicable Child Care Subsidy (CCS) is applied. Families may be eligible for fee reductions through the Australian Government’s CCS program, depending on their individual circumstances. To estimate your out-of-pocket costs after CCS is applied, and to learn more about the subsidy, please visit the Child Care Subsidy page on the Services Australia website.
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What Are Your Opening Hours At Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool?
Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool is open Monday to Friday from 6.30am – 3.00pm, excluding public holidays.
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How Does Drop-Off Work At The Early Childcare Centre At Keiki Mindarie Primary?
At Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool, we aim to make morning drop-offs calm and reassuring for both children and families. When you arrive, you’re welcome to walk your child to their designated room and speak with the educators, who will help facilitate a calm and positive start to the day.
We encourage families to take a few moments to settle their child and share any relevant information with the educators. Supporting your child in placing their belongings – such as their bag, hat, and water bottle helps children develop independence and feel more comfortable in their learning environment. Each morning, families are also required to sign their child in using our secure Xplor app, ensuring accurate attendance and communication throughout the day.
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What Should I Pack For Before Starting At Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool?
To help your child enjoy a settled and happy day at Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool, we recommend packing a few essential items in their bag each morning. Having these things on hand ensures your child is ready for playtime, rest, and all the fun in between.
- Spare Clothing: Accidents and messy play are part of the fun. Please pack at least one full change of clothes, including underwear and socks.
- Sun Protection: A wide-brimmed hat is required daily for outdoor play. We reapply sunscreen throughout the day.
- A packed lunch box and morning tea (crunch & sip)
- Drink Bottle: A refillable water bottle to keep your child hydrated throughout the day.
- Wet bag: You will also be supplied with a Keiki wet bag when starting care with us. Please pack this wet bag each day as any dirty or soiled clothing will be placed in here.
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Are Staff That Work In Childcare And Early Learning Qualified At Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool?
Yes, the educators at Keiki Early Learning Preschool in Mindarie are qualified and committed to providing high-quality care and education. All staff working at Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool hold, or are actively working towards, a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, with many having completed a Diploma or higher qualification. Additionally, our Early Childhood Teacher possesses degrees from recognised universities or are working towards their Early Childhood Teaching qualification, ensuring a strong foundation in early childhood education.
All educators also maintain a current Working with Children Check and receive specialist training in first aid, child protection, food safety, and safe sleep practices. These qualifications reflect our commitment to maintaining a safe, caring, and professionally guided environment for every child.We’re committed to ongoing professional development, helping our team stay informed about the latest research and best practices in early childhood education.
For more information about the qualifications of individual educators at Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool, please contact the service coordinator.
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What’s Included At Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool?
At Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool we provide a nutritious breakfast to start each child’s day with energy and focus. Our service also supplies sensitive formula sunscreen, applied throughout the day to keep children protected during outdoor play. All incursions and excursions planned as part of the educational program are included in your daily fee, giving children access to a variety of engaging and enriching experiences at no extra cost.
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What Food Does Keiki Early Learning Provide At The Keiki Mindarie Primary Preschool Centre?
At Keiki Mindarie Keys Preschool, we provide breakfast each morning, and we ask families to pack a healthy morning tea and lunch for their child in a lunchbox. This helps children learn the routine of bringing and unpacking their own lunchbox and enjoy eating alongside their friends a skill that supports a smooth transition into primary school.
All Keiki services are allergy-aware, following strict food safety and nutrition policies to keep every child safe and well-nourished. We ask that all lunchboxes be nut-free to protect children with allergies.
If your child has specific dietary requirements or allergies, please let your service management team know during orientation so we can ensure the appropriate support and meal planning adjustments are in place.
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Can I Bring Food To The Keiki Mindarie Primary Centre?
We provide breakfast daily at Keiki Mindarie Keys Preschool, and ask parents to provide morning tea and lunch in a lunchbox for their child each day. This helps children get used to the process of packing a lunchbox and sitting with their friends to eat, a process that will serve them well as they transition into a school environment.
All of our services are allergy-aware, with strict food safety and nutrition policies in place to keep every child safe and well. We ask that all lunchboxes bought in are nut-free to ensure the safety of all children. If your child has any dietary requirements or allergies, just let your services management.
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Does Keiki Early Learning Provide After School Care At The Mindarie Primary Centre?
Yes! We offer both before and after school care sessions at Keiki Mindarie Primary for children already attending Mindarie Primary School. To learn more about our Outside of School Hours program or to enrol your child, please visit our Outside School Hours Care page.