Preschool Field Officer Service (PSFO)
The Preschool Field Officer (PSFO) program contributes to the provision of a quality early childhood program that can meet the diverse needs of all children.
The PSFO Service is designed to deliver professional support and consultation. It aims to build the capacity of early childhood educators to provide for the inclusion and participation of children with additional needs in funded kindergarten programs.
The PSFO service is funded by both the Department of Education (DET) and Wyndham City Council, who manage and deliver the service with no additional cost to families.
Who are Children with Additional Needs?
The PSFO program defines children with additional needs as children in an education and care setting presenting with developmental concerns. Developmental concerns may be associated with any area of a child’s development, such as;
- challenging behaviours
- speech, language or communication delays
- social and emotional difficulties
- a diagnosed disability
How to request support from the PSFO service
Talk to your child’s kindergarten educator about the possibility of them obtaining support from the PSFO Service. Please contact the Wyndham City PSFO Service on 9742 8199 if you have any questions or visit our Preschool Field Officer (PSFO) Service website.
Maternal and Child Heath
Has your child had their 3.5-year-old key age and stage visit? If not, help your child get ready for kindergarten and make an appointment to see a Maternal & Child Health Nurse.
How to make a booking
You can either:
- Phone: Child & Family Support on 1300 370 567
- Online: Book through the Key Age & Stage Booking Form
What happens at the developmental check?
During the appointment, the Nurse will check your child’s:
- Growth
- Development
- Oral health
- Vision screening
- Offer advice on parenting support, safety and Kindergarten information