Orientation is an important process for children, families and educators to gain vital information about the individual child’s needs, interests and strengths. To enable children to feel safe and secure, and to set the foundations for a trusting partnership, we feel that it is necessary for the family to attend an orientation visit. This visit, or visits, assist the child to adjust to a new setting and helps to make the transition from home to the Service a smooth and positive experience. During orientation, educators will have a discussion with you to gain a better understanding in supporting your family.

In the lead up to your child’s first day, help to prepare them by talking about experiences they will have and the new educators and friends they will meet. Familiarise your child with their new centre. Allow your child to pack their bag and label their belongings to make this transition a positive experience.

We are committed to providing a developmental and educational program which caters for each child’s individual needs, abilities and interests. Our educational program is delivered through an intentional, play-based pedagogy aligned to the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). Our program continues to develop as we use the relationships children have with their families and communities, working in partnership with parents, to ensure each child’s knowledge, ideas, culture, abilities and interests are the foundation of our programs. We encourage children to be responsible for their own learning through choices in experiences, interests and routine. We use conversations, actions and play as the basis for teaching which involves the children being partners in teaching by seeking out ideas, opinions, thoughts and questions. We encourage children in promoting their independence and self-help skills by assisting within the routine and involving the children in interest-based projects to further enhance their learning and knowledge. We value children and family input and encourage family involvement in order to gather a comprehensive and holistic view of the child. We know that children learn effectively through play and educators who are diligent in their responsiveness to each child support this. Applying strong intentional teaching practices provide the children with an authentic and meaningful learning environment that challenges, supports and nurtures a child’s development. If we as educators have any areas of concern about your child’s development, we will inform you and share our observations and advise of follow up assistance e.g. speech therapy. We understand this may be a sensitive topic and it is always your decision to follow up intervention. Educators are willing to discuss any aspect of learning and development with parents and support discussions with allied health professionals.

Our Service promotes healthy eating habits and provides delicious and nutritious food for your child each day. We provide a nutritionally balanced breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and supper. We follow the Australian Dietary Guidelines to ensure our meals are prepared to meet the dietary requirements for all children. Our menu is carefully planned to provide nutritional Halal meals which is prepared by a qualified cook. We cater for the dietary requirements of all children enrolled at our Service. Please discuss your child’s special requirements, allergies and any other medical conditions with the nominated supervisor. Our menu is carefully planned to provide nutritional Halal meals which is prepared by a qualified cook. We cater for the dietary requirements of all children enrolled at our Service. Please discuss your child’s special requirements, allergies and any other medical conditions with the nominated supervisor.