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About Family Day Care

  Family Day Care is an approved form of child care that is provided in the family day care educator's own home. The educator works with a small group of no more than 4 to 7 children*. 

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Family day care educators are early childhood education and care professionals who are registered with a local coordination unit. A local coordination unit, such as the Sydney Family Day Care Scheme, is responsible for approving, supporting, training, and advising its educators.

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FAQ

What are the benefits of a Family Day Care?

Family Day Care has many benefits:

- The home-based setting provides a familiar and safe learning environment.

- Educators can provide education and care for all children, ranging from babies to             school age. This makes it possible for siblings to be cared for together in one location.

- The small group environment facilitates strong bonds and promotes effective early           learning and social development.

- Family Day Care has flexible operating hours. Educators can offer care during standard

   hours, before/after school, in the evenings, during school holidays, on the weekends,       and in some cases overnight. 

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How much does it cost to send my child to a Family Day Care?

Educators set their own fees. On average, the hourly charge can range from $5-$15. Discuss with the educator to find out more about his/her fee structure.

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What documents do I need to provide to enrol my child at a Family Day Care?

When enrolling your child, you will need to provide these information:

- The child's name, address, birthday

- Parents' or guardians' names, phone numbers, emails

- Parent's CRN and the child's CRN

- The child's Medicare number

- The child's immunisation record

- The child's birth certificate

- Details of the child's medical health and special needs (allergy, asthma, anaphylaxis,         diabetes etc.)

- Details of emergency contact persons

- Details of people who can pick up your child from the Family Day Care

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Sydney Family Day Care Scheme

Sydney Family Day Care Scheme commenced in 2014, prizing over 25 years of Early Childhood Education experience prior to its conception.

 

SFDC acts to provide quality care & education within family day care systems, offering a service that supports the needs of working families in Sydney. As a service provider, we supervise & support our educators to ensure compliance within a highly regulated space. We take in pride in providing regular visits from our qualified co-ordinators, ensuring positive relationships and sharing our knowledge of the National Law & Regulations, as well as general requirements of the education industry.

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We hope to promote a healthy & safe environment that facilitates the development of young children to visibly become more confident, independent and excited for their smooth transition into Primary Education.

Contact Info

Operating Hours
9:30am - 5:00pm (Monday - Friday)

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