Enrolment Options
The Centre operates during school terms. Children enjoy the stability of the same group of children with their teacher and educator each day, interacting and building relationships with the children every day.
Mitchelton Pre-Schooling Centre offers places to our target group, children 3.5 years to 4.5 years (the age prior to children attending Prep in a school-based environment.
Kindergarten groups
Monday and Tuesday 8:30am to 4:00pm (15 hours per week). This 15-hour kindy program is fully-funded by the QLD Government’s Free Kindy Program.
Mon, Tues and Wed 8:45am to 2:45pm (18 hours per week). This 18-hour kindy program exceeds the 15-hours funded by the QLD Government’s Free Kindy program. Fees do not apply for eligible children for the first 15 hours of the program. An “additional hours” levy of $313 per child per term in 2026 will apply to cover the unfunded hours of the program.
Mon, Tues and Wed 9:00am to 2:00pm (15 hours per week) This 15-hour kindy program is fully-funded by the QLD Government’s Free Kindy Program.
Wed, Thurs and Fri 8:45am to 2:45pm (18 hours per week) This 18-hour kindy program exceeds the 15-hours funded by the QLD Government’s Free Kindy program. Fees do not apply for eligible children for the first 15 hours of the program. An “additional hours” levy of $313 per child per term in 2026 will apply to cover the unfunded hours of the program.
Thursday and Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm (15 hours per week) This 15-hour kindy program is fully-funded by the QLD Government’s Free Kindy Program.
MPC3’s Pre-Kindy program for 3 year olds (For children born between July – January who have turned 3 by 31st January):
MPC 3’s – 2 days per week (5.5 hrs per day) – Thursday and Friday 9:00am to 2:30pm – this program is not eligible for Free Kindy or Childcare Subsidy
Enrolling Your Child
Children may be enrolled at our centre from birth. It is highly recommended that you enrol your child as soon as convenient to have the greatest choice of group options.
MPC offers five dedicated kindergarten classes with 22 children enrolled in each class. Enrolment options with days and times are listed below.
Enrolment offers and choice of class groups are made strictly according to the waiting list order.
Waiting list forms can be submitted online using link below:
- Enrolment application form – Kindy (children who are 4 by 30th June in the year they attend) NOTE: We are only accepting Kindy applications for years 2028 and beyond.
- Enrolment application form – MPC 3’s (children who are 3 by 31st January in the year they attend) NOTE: We are only accepting applications for the 3’s group for years 2028 and beyond. There is a $20 waiting list fee for MPC3’s group. The waiting list for the 2027 3’s program has closed.
Please note: a separate form must be submitted for MPC3’s and Kindy.
MPC does not have a sibling policy.
There is no childcare subsidy available at MPC.
Please phone/email for a tour of our Centre. Our office hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9am to 2:30pm
Before and After Kindy Care
We offer our B & A Care for the children of working and studying families. Places in our Before and After Kindy Care program are limited and booking requests to use this service must be applied for. There is no childcare subsidy available for Before and After Care.
Hours of operation:
Every morning: 7:00am to 9:00am
Every afternoon: 2:00pm (Mon-Wed)/2:30pm (Thur-Fri) to 5:30pm
This service operates during school terms.
Before and After Kindy Care Fees are:
Permanent Sessions: $ 14.00 for first hour or part thereof, then charged in 1/2 hr increments (no refunds for sick days/non attendance on Permanent bookings).
Casual Use: $20.00 for first hour or part thereof, then charged in 1/2 hr increments. Families must contact the service prior to check availability for a casual booking date.
(Note: There are no subsidies available towards the cost of attending B & A Care)
Playgroup
Our playgroup is facilitated by one of our Educators, Jo and caters for children up to 5 years old. Playgroup operates on selected Saturdays throughout the school term from 9.00am to 10.30am. See below for dates.
Cost: $10.00 per session per family. Payable on the morning by Cash or Card.
Families do not have to have children enrolled at MPC to attend our playgroup. Come along and enjoy our playgroup amongst our natural outdoor play spaces!
2026 Term 3 and 4 Playgroup Dates:
July 18
August 1, 15, 29
September 12
October 17, 31
November 14, 28
If you would like to register your interest, please email the office admin@mpc.net.au to obtain a playgroup enrolment form, or use the links below to register online.
2026 Fees Schedule
Kindy program attendance fees (out of pocket fees) per term:
2 days per week program $ Nil per term (7.5 hr day)
3 days per week program $Nil per term (5 hr day)
3 days per week program $ 313.00 per term (6 hr day)
MPC 3’s 2 days per week program $ 75.00 per day (5.5 hr day) There is no Qld Kindy Funding available for children in this group and Childcare Subsidy cannot be claimed.
“Our two children recently completed kindy at Mitchelton Pre-Schooling Centre. The experienced educators catered to our children’s individual needs, including our youngest with a medical condition. We found the programs to be inclusive and supportive, and we particularly liked the community engagement, for example, connecting with local Indigenous artists and environmental groups. The kindy rooms, playgrounds and environment at MPC enabled our children to develop a range of skills, allowing them to thrive at kindy and transition smoothly into Prep”. Kristin and Dave Saunders 2022
“We’ve absolutely loved our time at this wonderful Kindy. The staff are always so welcoming and friendly. They’ve made my son feel comfortable and at home every singl day. The needs of the children are always put first, and it really shows in the care and attention they provide. After having two boys attend over the past four years, we are truly sad to be saying goodbye. It’s been such a special place for our family. The Kindy has really prepared both of my children for starting primary school. ” 2025 Parent (Survey response)
“We absolutely love MPC! We have been so happy with the staff and the curriculum. It is truly a wonderful centre. The entire team are brilliant! We really value the philosphy and nature of the centre, which are clearly reflected in their pedagogy and daily practices.” 2025 Parent (Survey response)
“MPC is probably the nicest place in the world. Both of my kids went there and we reflect on our time almost weekly. It’s hard to put into words what makes it so special…the physical space is beautiful, the teachers have been there for a long time and are all wonderful, there is something very special about it” 2025 Parent (Social Media)
“MPC is the type of Pre-school I remember as a kid of the 90s. Messy play, imaginative play, allowing children to be as creative as they want to be. Children are given the opportunity to take risks in a safe and constructive way. I love that the children are surrounded by nature and are given the opportunity to build on their ideas. It is a beautiful community that feels like one big family.” 2022 Parent (Survey response)