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FAQs

Here are some general questions that are commonly asked about Alive. 

We've answered some of the most common questions about Coronavirus (COVID-19) being asked within our communities on this page.

What is the daily fee and inclusions?

For the daily fee of your preferred Alive location, please contact the Centre directly. 

Can I access the Government Child Care Subsidy to help with fee payments?

Yes, eligible families will be able to access the Child Care Subsidy. Further information about the subsidy and eligibility can be found here.

If my child attends an Alive Centre, do they have to go to the co-located Catholic School?

No, our centres welcome all children and their families.

Do we have to be Catholic for our child to attend an Alive Centre?

No, you or your child do not have to be Catholic to attend the centre.

Will Alive Centres be open all year round?

Our Centres open in early January each year, and are available to families throughout the year, including during the school term breaks, except for public holidays and an annual staff training day.  The Centres close pre-Christmas and the length of this closure will vary from year-to-year, depending on the days of the week the public holidays fall throughout this period. 

Families are not charged for any day that the centre is not open, including public holidays. Please see the FAQ below for details of the closure dates during this period.

What are your closure dates over the Christmas period?

Please find below the closure dates for closure periods over Christmas from 2025 through to 2029/2030.

The structure of this closure period allows the Centre sufficient time to:

  • Complete an organised and thorough shutdown process

  • Reopen in a prepared and safe manner

  • Conduct essential planning for the new year

This schedule also ensures we continue to meet our licensing requirements regarding the number of operational weeks per year.

 

Year

Last day open (children finish at 12.30pm)

 Re-open date
2025/2026 Thursday 18 December 2025 Wednesday 7 January 2026
2026/2027 Friday 18 December 2026 Monday 11 January 2027
2027/2028 Tuesday 21 December 2027 Tuesday 11 January 2028
2028/2029 Wednesday 20 December 2028 Wednesday 10 January 2029
2029/2030 Wednesday 19 December 2029 Wednesday 9 January 2030

 

My child is still in nappies. Are they able to come to this Centre?

Yes, your child is welcome. Families will be asked to supply pull-ups for their child.

My child does not speak English yet, is that a problem?

No, we will support you and your child with communication.

Will my child be able sleep during the day?

All children will be encouraged to rest and some children will sleep. Our Sleep, Rest and Relaxation for Children Policy will be available on enrolment.

My child has a food intolerance or allergy, can you accommodate this?

Yes. We have Nutrition, Food and Beverages Policy and Anaphylaxis Policy and procedures. On enrolment we will discuss your child’s requirements.

Will there be a Preschool (kindy) program for 4 year olds?

Yes, eligible preschool age children will access a preschool (kindy) program with a fully qualified teacher.

Will the children require a uniform?

Uniforms are being considered and enrolled families will be consulted about uniforms for children.