Dernancourt Kindergarten

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported our Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea! Thanks to your generosity, we have surpassed our fundraising goal for the Cancer Council. The support is this wonderful community makes a real difference for such an important cause

A special thank you to Grace, our amazing playgroup coordinator, who spent countless hours baking to supply the delicious goodies we all enjoyed. Grace, your dedication and hard work inspires us all.

Thank you again for coming together and making this event such a success!

This Reconciliation Week, Dernancourt Kindergarten acknowledges the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to learning, listening and working together towards genuine reconciliation in our community.

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Nature is a big part of life at Dernancourt Kindy. Learning in natural environments enhances academic success, inspires creativity and strengthens problem-solving skills. Time outdoors boosts physical health, supports mental wellbeing and fosters social connections and positive lifelong attitudes towards caring for our environment.

After watching the trees being cut down and taken away from the reserve next door, the children began important conversations: “Where will the birds live?” and “When will there be more trees to climb?” These thoughtful questions sparked engagement with the local council, and working with the local high school, the children used the opportunity to share their thoughts- describing, drawing and sharing their ideas for the renewed reserve.

We’re proud to announce that, beginning in the April holidays, landscaping works and replanting will commence on Silverlake Drive. We look forward to watching our children’s ideas - and the new nature space - come to life!

Looking for a place to vote? Dernancourt Kindy is a polling booth.
Already voted? Still come by! Grab a sausage or cake to support the kindy.

Thank you to all the VIP’s who came to kindy this week to help us promote inclusion, respect, and a sense of belonging in the spirit of Harmony Day 🧡

A warm welcome to all our children and families as we begin a new year of learning, play and friendship

Wearing our favourite footy colours in the last week of term was about more than just dressing up! With footy clinics running all week thanks to , hearing our National Anthem, and learning about the AFL Grand Final being held at the MCG on Wurundjeri Country, grand final fever truly took over.

Most importantly, together we raised over $500 for Childhood Cancer Research. A huge thank you to our families for your support, and to for donating the custom-made cookies for the occasion — including allergy-friendly ones so everyone could enjoy a treat!

Thank you Grace for another beautiful playgroup session!

Week 10 is Footy Colours Week at Dernancourt Kindergarten! If you would like to help us raise money to fight childhood cancer, please use the link to donate. Thank you for all your support.

Carly Neilson I'm raising money for a cause close to my heart and would love your support.