Guthrie Street Child Care

Articles

Guides for Shepparton families.

Practical articles on childcare, Bush Kinder, school readiness, and navigating the Child Care Subsidy — written for families in the Goulburn Valley.

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Starting Childcare7 min read

Starting childcare in Shepparton: what first-time families need to know

A practical guide for Shepparton parents covering the settling-in process, separation anxiety, what to pack, school readiness, and what to ask on a tour.

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A child on a tricycle in the outdoor play space at Guthrie Street Child Care Shepparton
Choosing Childcare8 min read

How to choose a childcare centre in Shepparton

A practical guide covering NQS ratings, educator stability, educational philosophy, fees, and the questions every family should ask on a tour.

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Two children at the kitchen table at Guthrie Street Child Care in Shepparton
Fees & Subsidy7 min read

Child Care Subsidy in Shepparton: what families actually pay in 2026

How the CCS works, what the 2026 activity test changes mean, and an interactive calculator showing your estimated out-of-pocket cost at Guthrie Street.

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Bush Kinder5 min read

What is Bush Kinder? A guide for Shepparton families

Bush Kinder is Victoria's nature-based outdoor kindergarten program. Here's what it is, what children do during sessions, and how it works at Guthrie Street.

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