INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES

In Home Care aims to provide a high quality, flexible, early childhood education and care to families for whom other approved childcare options are not appropriate.

Fees

The fee for care is calculated on an hourly rate per family (not per child). Additional cost (transport, travel, activities) are to be negotiated between the family and educator and is not subject to Government Subsidy. Families can use IHC 24 hours a day, 7 days a week depending on their requirements and the IHC Support Agency approval. Click here for more information about Child Care Subsidy eligibility. Please contact Peachie Kids to enquire about your family’s out-of-pocket costs.

Families wanting to apply for In Home Care please contact us for further information and we will guide you through the application process, alternatively start the process now and register with the IHC Support Agency

Enrolment

Peachie Kids enrolment is completed online, you will be asked to provide the following information. Once all details are completed and submitted, Peachie Kids Management Team will begin processing your application.

Name and address of child's doctor and emergency contacts

Independent Contract Educators

(Self Employed)

Our Educators come from a wide range of diverse backgrounds, all educators are required to comply with and work in accordance to the National Standards. They are required to have as a minimum:

Completed or enrolled to complete Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Be at least 18 years of age
Current First Aid qualifications, including annual CPR, Asthmas, Anaphylaxis training
Relevant state and territory Working with Children Checks
National Police Check
Public Liability Insurance
ABN Number
PRODA Number
Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood practices and duty of care

Our Educators are independent contractors. Educators are responsible for their own tax payments and legal obligations. They are not entitled to holiday or sick pay.