Preschool is a time when your child’s world grows exponentially… through new influences, exposure to a broader range of people and ideas, and a greater perspective of the world around them. It’s exciting watching them expand their horizons.
They now require additional capabilities that prepare them not only for school, but for life. Critical thinking, problem solving and creativity are now seen as essential learning dispositions and the new basis for 21st century learning. Our innovative preschool program for 4 to 5 year olds ensures the best possible preparation for school and life. The program is integrated across the day and led by university degree qualified Teachers. It’s a play-based program, with children participating in regular small group activities.
A typical preschool day is broken up into specific sessions of structured teacher led learning as well as opportunities for children to initiate their own play. Educational learning is planned from daily observations, children’s individual interests and families’ input. Through choice, challenge and practice, they will continue to develop independent life skills, and grow in self-confidence and self-identity.
Ready for School
Our School Readiness program is designed specifically for children attending the in the year before school. It supports your child in being confident with a positive self-esteem and attitude towards starting school and combines education, health and wellbeing skills necessary for the next big step to school! This program can include a ready for school screening on each child to evaluate their motor, language, emergent literacy and self-care skills.
Features of this program include:
- Literacy & Numeracy and Book of the Month Program
- News – a program supporting self-confidence and creativity
- Visual art program – supporting confidence in art making, drama and music.
- Self-help and social program with an emphasis on social skills, self-help skills, independent decision making and self-regulation of behaviour.
- Sports Program with a focus on well-being and physical health and fitness.