Early learning centres

"Campus Life is committed to the safety, well-being and empowerment of all children and young people engaging in our programs and to protect them from foreseeable harm.

Campus Life treats all allegations and complaints about the safety and wellbeing of children seriously and is committed to ensuring that its staff, volunteers and contractors understand the legal obligations to report child abuse and neglect to government authorities.

Every Campus Life employee has a responsibility to understand the important and specific role they play, individually and collectively, to ensure that the well-being and safety of all children and young people is at the forefront of all they do."

The three centres are Approved Services so the Child Care Subsidy may reduce fees for eligible families. Fees include nappies, all meals and a high-quality education program.

Priority is given to Macquarie University staff and students. Demand for care can be high, with no guarantee that a place will become available when required. Limited places are available for children aged three to five years.

Daily fee (long daycare)

Salary sacrifice is available for Macquarie University staff with children enrolled at Banksia, Gumnut or Waratah Cottages. Note that the Child Care Subsidy cannot be claimed when fees are being paid by salary sacrifice. It is recommended that families seek independent financial advice when deciding to salary sacrifice.

To set up or update your salary sacrifice of child care fees, complete the form at ask.mq.edu.au and speak with the Centre Office Administrator.

You will need to supply:

• formula, baby feeding bottles, dummies (if applicable)
• drink bottle (for water)
• change of clothes
• hat
• sheets for cot/sleeping mat (if your child will be resting/sleeping).

All items must be clearly labelled.

Allow time to speak with staff when dropping your child off so that they understand your child’s routine and specific needs for the time they are at the Centre.

Free 30 minute parking is available for drop off/pick up.

To register

1. Go to vPermit.
2. Click register.
3. Select ‘other’ from the role dropdown box.
4. Complete the registration, following all instructions.
5. A confirmation email will be sent to you — confirm the account by clicking on the link.

To apply for a permit

1. Log into vPermit.
2. Click on ‘my permits’.
3. Press apply for a permit.
4. Select ‘other permit – Childcare Centre – 30-minute drop off zone’ from the list.
5. Confirm the permit activation.

The full range of policies and procedures are available at the Centre. Below are some of the more frequently used policies for quick reference:

• Keeping Children Safe Policy
• Responding to Allegations Against Staff Policy
• Enrolment and Orientation Policy
• Fee Payment Policy
• Managing Infectious Diseases Policy
• Nutrition - Encouraging Healthy Eating Policy
• Governance and Service Management Policy
• Feedback and Complaints Policy
• Anaphylaxis Management Policy