Parents are welcome to attend the kindergarten at any time - either as an observer or active participant. Being involved at kinder means that you are able to spend time with your child in their own special place. This time together enables you to understand what your child is learning and to share the enjoyment of kinder with all children.

Parents are actively involved in their child's educational experience through viewing their child's Portfolio, sharing learning stories and attending parent-teacher interviews. Attending kinder sessions is also a great opportunity to have an informal chat with your child's teacher.

Bentleigh West Kindergarten has a strong sense of community, with families coming together for social events, working bees, excursions, and impromptu chats at the playground outside. We have a wonderful tradition of parents lending their support and sharing their expertise at kinder.

As a community-run kindergarten, parents are actively involved in the kindergarten through the Committee of Management. Any parent who has a child enrolled at Bentleigh West Kindergarten is entitled to nominate for a position on the Committee of Management. Being part of a committee enables you to be more involved in your child's kinder year and gives you direct input into decisions being made.

Come along and be part of the rewarding experience that has been a Bentleigh West Kindergarten tradition!

Parents get involved by:

Attending the annual Information Night

Joining the committee

Attending kinder duty and helping/playing/reading with the children

Talking with the teacher about your child's needs and interests

Reading and sharing your child's Learning Stories

Reading notice boards, notices and newsletters

Helping with fundraising

Participating in working bees

Participating in social events

Helping with the exchange of library books

Providing parental support for excursions

Sharing your skills