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Early Childhood Education and Care Services Search

If you require further assistance to find kindergarten program providers in your area please call the Kindy Hotline on 1800 4 KINDY (1800 454 639).

Did you know that the Queensland Government is establishing extra kindergarten services across the state? Visit locations of the extra services to find out more.

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This page was last reviewed on 05 May 2011

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