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Top Stories Tamfitronics The state-first trial of after preschool care has started in the first of 20 government preschools across South Australia this week.The trial follows recommendations by the Royal Commission into Early Childhood Education and Care led by former Prime Minister Julia Gillard.The Royal Commission had submissions from a wide range of stakeholders who highlighted the need for government preschools to provide care options that meet the changing needs of working families.Kindy Care will help support families who are increasingly needing care for their children outside of the regular preschool hours.Families rely on OSHC provision for their school-aged children, but often OSHC services are not set up for preschool-aged children and do not generally accept enrolments for preschoolers. The general sessional hours of 9am-3pm do not offer flexibility and can make decisions more difficult...