Welcome To Freshwater Christian Kindergarten
At Freshwater Christian Kindergarten, we welcome both 3-year-old and 4-year-olds, into a space designed for play, wonder, and everyday discovery.
Guided by the Belonging, Being and Becoming Early Years Learning Framework and our much-loved Bush Kindy program, our educators nurture each child’s natural curiosity and help them grow into confident, creative, and independent little learners.
As part of the wider FCC College community, our Kindy is a warm, supportive space where children build strong foundations for the years ahead.
A Trusted Early Learning Centre
For more than 40 years, our Kindy has been part of the lives of local families, offering hands-on learning experiences grounded in faith-centred values.
We welcome families into our safe and caring environment, where their children feel encouraged to ask questions, try new things, and discover the world around them.
A Kindy Designed Around the Whole Child
At Freshwater Christian Kindergarten, we’re here to help children grow as confident, capable learners.
With faith at the center of our community, children are introduced to values like kindness, gratitude, respect, and compassion. Our hope is to create a caring environment where children feel safe to explore, proud of their achievements, and genuinely excited about learning.
A Kindy Designed Around the Whole Child
At Freshwater Christian Kindergarten, we’re here to help children grow as confident, capable learners.
With faith at the center of our community, children are introduced to values like kindness, gratitude, respect, and compassion. Our hope is to create a caring environment where children feel safe to explore, proud of their achievements, and genuinely excited about learning.
Enrichment Activities
Our program is designed to support the development of the whole child: socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively. Through a range of enrichment activities, children discover new interests, make friends, and grow in confidence along the way.
Primary School Chapel
Each week, our Kindy kids join the Junior Primary School for Chapel. It’s a lovely time together where they sing, listen to stories, and learn about Christian values in a way that’s meaningful and age-appropriate.
Library Lessons
Children visit the College library each week to begin building early literacy skills and discover just how much fun books and storytelling can be.
Music Lessons
Our Kindy students take part in weekly music lessons led by the Primary School Music Teacher. These sessions support language development, coordination, listening, and creativity
Carnivals, Book Week + More
Throughout the year, our Kindy children take part in community events across the College. One of the biggest highlights on the calendar is the annual Book Week Parade, where children and teachers alike love dressing up and celebrating their favourite stories.
Sports Lessons
Sports and movement are a fun part of every week. Through games, running, and jumping, children develop strength, coordination, and confidence, and practise important gross motor skills through plenty of active play.
Come and See Our Kindergarten Facilities
From the moment children arrive, they step into an environment designed for curiosity, play, and exploration.
If you’re thinking about our Kindy for your child, the best way to get a feel for what we do is to come and visit. During your tour, you’ll meet our educators, walk through the classrooms and outdoor areas, and get a real sense of what a day at Freshwater looks like.
You’re welcome to book a Kindergarten Tour to see our Kindy spaces, or a Principal’s Tour if you’d like to explore the wider Freshwater Christian College campus and Kindergarten precinct.
On The Day Of Your Tour
We look forward to seeing you at our kindergarten! Please follow these steps to find our reception and sign in.
1. Park in Carpark One or Two
2. Walk past the Church Auditorium and towards our College Reception
Our Kindergarten Program
Regular Kindy Day
7:00 am - 3:00 pm
After Kindy Care
3:00 pm - 5:30 pm
We currently run three classrooms each day, with programs for both 3-year-old and 4-year-old children.
While activities may look a little different from room to room depending on each group’s interests and developmental stage, all of our programs follow the Early Years Learning Framework and center on play-based learning.
Our educators plan and adapt experiences around each child’s needs and attendance schedule. You can learn more about our Kindy groups and how our program is structured through our enrolment information.
Learn more about Free Kindy and your eligibility
Eligibility for Kindy
To secure your child’s enrolment, families are asked to:
- Complete the online Child Enrolment Record
- Upload a copy of your child’s Birth Certificate or Passport
- Provide a Medicare Immunisation Statement
- Pay the $110 non-refundable application fee
If your child goes on to Freshwater Christian College Prep, this application fee also covers the Prep enrolment fee, there’s no need to pay it again.
Child Safety Statement of Commitment
Freshwater Christian College, including our Kindergarten and OSHC services, believes every child has the right to be safe and feel safe. We’re deeply committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care.
To support this commitment, the College:
- Implements the 10 Child Safe Standards
- Provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive Christian environment
- Ensures children are protected from harmful conduct or abuse
- Encourages children to share concerns and take part in decisions that affect them
- Makes sure children know who they can turn to if they ever feel unsafe
As a child-safe organisation, we also make sure our staff and community understand how to respond appropriately to any concerns, complaints, or disclosures about child safety.
We warmly welcome feedback from our families and the wider community as we continue to strengthen our child-safe practices.
Photo and Video Regulations
To help keep our environment safe, visitors, families, and volunteers aren’t permitted to use personal devices to photograph or film children while at Kindy.
If you’d love a photo with your child during an activity or event, just ask one of our educators. They can take one for you using an approved service device.
Please note that during public College events such as Open Days, Colour Runs, or Book Parades, photography may take place in public spaces.
Why Families Choose Us
We Build Foundations for Lifelong Learning
At Freshwater Christian Kindergarten, every child is supported as their own individual learner.
Our educators focus on helping children grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence through everyday experiences that invite exploration and problem-solving.
These early foundations help children step smoothly into Prep and continue their learning journey within the wider FCC community.
Smooth Transition to Prep
Because our Kindy is located on the College campus, children become familiar with the school environment from an early age.
By the time they move into Prep, they already know the grounds, the routines, and many of the faces. This helps them develop confidence as they begin the next stage of their education.
Nature Playground
Our Bush Kindy program is a favourite with children and families alike, set within the natural areas of the College’s 40-acre campus.
These outdoor spaces give children the freedom to explore, play, and learn through nature while building confidence, curiosity, and early problem-solving skills.
Our Bush Kindy Program
Hands-on Learning, The Bush Kindy Way
Running two mornings a week during Terms 2 and 3, Bush Kindy turns the outdoors into a living classroom.
Children explore the bushland areas of our campus, discovering plants, insects, and natural materials, and taking part in activities that encourage creativity, teamwork, and physical development.
It’s a special part of our program that helps children build resilience, independence, and a lasting connection with the natural world.
Meet our brilliant Kindergarten educators
Toni Pett
Antonette Patterson
Kindergarten Cairns Freshwater
Kristie Ryan
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Yui Lin
Kindergarten Cairns Freshwater
Emily Greenlees
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Kindergarten Cairns Freshwater
Evangeline Parreno
Caleb Bryant
Kindergarten Cairns Freshwater
Lauren Schwarz
Kindergarten Cairns Freshwater
Jessica Young
Louisa Lau
Kindergarten Cairns Freshwater
Bridget Shield
Leila Gillard
What our parents are saying...
“It’s so encouraging when the principal calls it ‘our school’ because it really does feel like home. My kids have been here for years now and we love how kind and compassionate the teachers are towards them. They really do care for their hearts – not just their behaviour. Thankful to be a part of such a loving community!”
Kelly
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If you’re still looking for more information, here are some of the questions we hear most often from families.
FCC Kindy FAQs
What age can my child start Kindy?
Children typically start Kindy at age 3 or 4. Our programs are designed around these age groups, with a focus on play-based learning, social skills, and early literacy and numeracy to help prepare children for Prep.
How does Freshwater Christian Kindergarten support early childhood development?
Freshwater Christian Kindergarten is known for its holistic approach to early childhood education. The kindergarten integrates Christian values with a structured curriculum, focusing on social, emotional, and cognitive development. They offer a nurturing environment that encourages both academic learning and personal growth.
What makes Freshwater Christian Kindergarten different?
Our Kindy blends structured learning with a warm, values-based environment. Children take part in hands-on activities, Chapel, and plenty of outdoor play. All of which help them build confidence, curiosity, and a smooth start to primary school.
What is Bush Kindy?
Bush Kindy is an outdoor early learning program where children spend time exploring natural spaces rather than staying inside the classroom. They discover plants, insects, and local bushland while building problem-solving, teamwork, and physical skills.
Can I visit Freshwater Christian Kindergarten before enrolling?
Absolutely! we’d love to meet you. You’re welcome to book a tour to meet our educators, see the classrooms and outdoor areas, and get a feel for how our programs support each child’s development.
You can choose between a Kindergarten Tour or a Principal’s Tour, or come along to one of our school Open Day events, which are scheduled throughout the year.
Why choose Bush Kindy for my child?
Outdoor learning helps children develop independence, resilience, and creativity. Our Bush Kindy program encourages curiosity, physical activity, and a real connection to nature, while also supporting social and cognitive growth.
What's the difference between an early learning centre and daycare?
Early learning centres focus on structured, curriculum-based learning for children aged 3 to 5, rather than only offering care. Programs like ours emphasise the development of social skills, early literacy, and confidence to help prepare children for school.
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