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At our kinders, your child will laugh, make friends, develop independence, learn routines and enjoy their day.
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Who we are

Community Kinders Plus (CKP) is a leading provider of early childhood services through the management of 27 kindergartens across the City of Frankston, Mornington Peninsula Shire, and the City of Kingston.

We create environments that transform children’s lives.

Our role is to implement legislation; employ, manage, and provide professional development for all staff; manage facilities; manage finances: and facilitate enrolments and the early education curriculum in consultation with CKP teachers and educators.

CKP believes in excellence in management, and we are very proud of our staff. We are committed to child safety. We provide teachers and educators with the opportunity to develop strong community links and provide high quality programs that recognise the individual needs of children who access our kindergartens.
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What we do

Operations – ensuring that services are operating within the legislative framework and that services remain viable and responsive to their local community. A strong focus is placed upon access to quality education, particularly for children experiencing disadvantage or vulnerability.

Pedagogy – ensuring that services implement education and care programs that are designed specifically for their local community to meet the developmental and learning needs of their children and families.

Our Commitment

Vision

To create vibrant environments where children can learn, grow and develop.

Purpose

To provide exceptional, professionally managed kindergartens to ensure children receive the highest quality early learning.

Our Values

Ethical

We show that we have integrity and take responsibility for our actions. We are caring, reliable, professional, trustworthy and honest in all interactions.

Inclusive

We embrace diversity and are accessible to people from all backgrounds, cultures, communities and abilities.

Teamwork

We communicate respectfully and take care of each other. We listen to each other and make decisions that reflect our shared responsibility

Connected

We believe in a holistic approach and actively collaborate to ensure strong, supportive relationships between our staff, families, communities and stakeholders.

Leadership

We are dedicated to being leaders in the management of kindergartens. We provide a contemporary and cohesive pedagogy that strives for excellence in learning outcomes for every child.

Unique

We value the uniqueness of each kindergarten. We are innovative and responsive to change.

Our People

Meet The Board of Community Kinders Plus

Donna Jones

Chair
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Cheryl Chapple

Board Director
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Joy Williams

Board Director
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Melanie Searle

Board Director
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Drew Westblade

Board Director
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MeetOur Executive Team

Susan Reade

CEO
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Emma Boag

Leader of Pedagogy and Educational Leader
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Peter Cumberworth

Human Resources Manager
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Andre Jack

Operations Manager
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A great place to work

Community Kinders Plus provides a child-safe and child-friendly environment and is an equal opportunity employer.

When you join our team you join a team of forward thinking teachers and educators where your ideas and opinions are welcomed.
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Latest News

  • October 3rd, 2024

Baden Powell Preschool

Baden Powell Preschool was demolished this year and has been replaced by a new 3 room kindergarten. It is due for completion in October 2024  and will reopen in January 2025.

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  • August 8th, 2024

CKP Annual Report 2023

2023 was a year of significant achievements for Community Kinders Plus. We returned to a more ‘normal’ year of operation after the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. This was welcomed by all – children, their families and our staff. Our Annual Report provides more information on this year.

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  • August 8th, 2024

Jobs At CKP

2025 positions in CKP kindergartens will be advertised in late October 2024. Please check the Ethical Jobs and Seek websites.

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Head Office:

20 Ebdale Street
Frankston, VIC 3199

Postal Address:

PO Box 11063
Frankston VIC 3199
Phone: (03) 9783 3931 Email: info@ckp.org.au
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Donna Jones – Chair

Donna is the Founder, Executive Director, and Principal Consultant of Asheville Consulting Group. She is an experienced business executive working with transport, manufacturing, education, and retail businesses on strategy, organisational transformation, ESG, and workforce development. Donna provides consulting and advisory services focusing on strategy development and implementation using effective change management methodologies. Donna joined the CKP Board in May of 2022 as a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Human Resources Committee. She is a Member and Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Cheryl Chapple - Board Member

Cheryl Chapple retired in 2019 after 43 years with the Department of Education. She taught Physical Education, Mathematics, and Accounting across eight schools in Melbourne and served 11 years in the principal class, including three as Principal of Pakenham Secondary College. Cheryl held senior roles in Central Office and Southern Metropolitan Region, supporting schools in their improvement journeys. Post-retirement, she conducts school reviews, assesses principalship suitability, and evaluates programs for the Mornington Peninsula Foundation. An accredited coach for Growth Coaching International, Cheryl has facilitated leadership workshops and served on the CKP board for three years.

Joy Williams - Board Member

Joy Williams is a qualified Early Childhood Educator with a diverse career in developing and managing early childhood programs and centers, including mobile services in rural areas and post-disaster regions like Kinglake and Marysville. She has held leadership roles such as Early Childhood Consultant with the Uniting Church, CEO of Gowrie Victoria, and chair of the Early Childhood Qualifications Committee. Joy has also been a Board member of Gowrie Victoria, Kindergarten Parents Victoria, and Early Childhood Australia. Her work frequently involves collaborating with communities and government to establish early childhood services in low socioeconomic and remote rural areas.

Melanie Searle - Board Member

Mel is a Business Manager in the not for profit sector with experience in strategic and financial management, governance & compliance, human resources and workplace health & safety. Previously a finance leader in financial services sector with 20 years’ experience in accounting, reporting & analysis, procurement and revenue management

Drew Westblade - Board Member

Senior leader and manager with a proven track record in operations and project management in construction and mining. Skilled in strategic planning, team leadership, and project management. Successfully started and led businesses through significant growth, driving organic expansion and supporting acquisitions. Committed to making a positive impact beyond the professional realm, with extensive experience in the not-for-profit sector. Known for cultivating strong team culture and growing teams, fostering collaboration, and empowering individuals to achieve their best. Holds an MBA and engineering degree, demonstrating strong commercial acumen and a passion for driving innovation, client satisfaction, and building a thriving team environment.

Susan Reade - Chief Executive Office

Susan is an experienced early childhood professional with 35 years in the early childhood education and care sector. In that time Susan has have held a range of positions including teacher, director, adviser, trainer, manager, senior executive and academic. Susan is committed to the provision of high-quality education and care for young children and their families by qualified staff. Susan has been the CEO of Community Kinders Plus since January 2021.

Emma Boag - Leader of Pedagogy and Educational Leader

Emma is an experienced teacher and leader. Emma has gained an excellent understanding of the characteristics of young children’s learning through extensive experience teaching and including children 0-8 in different contexts. Emma has taught and led in kindergarten and school settings in Australia and the UK. Emma has a sound knowledge of teaching and leading teachers using different curriculum frameworks, a perceptive and innovative leadership style and a drive to progress children’s outcomes. Emma is currently the Leader of Pedagogy with Community Kinders Plus supporting teachers and educators to work with children, with a particular interest in supporting children with disabilities and working with communities experiencing vulnerability.

Peter Cumberworth – Human Resources Manager

Peter Cumberworth is an experienced HR Professional across the full employment life cycle. Peter has an extensive employment background in a number of industries including higher education, technology, horticulture, and disability services. With a young son of his own, Peter is passionate around early years education and a keen learner of new education methods and models.

Andre Jack - Operations Manager

Andre Jack has 37 years of experience in the Early Childhood sector. She holds multiple degrees, including a Diploma of Teaching, Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Laws, and Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice. Beginning her career as a kindergarten teacher in Yarraville, Andre has taught in various settings and grades. She successfully established and managed an Early Years Management organization for over a decade. Andre has held roles as an AEU sector councillor, mentor, and advisor to local governments and communities. Since May 2021, she has been the Operations Manager at Community Kinders Plus Inc.