Our kindergarten program focuses on preparing children for their journey to school.
Our two Early Childhood Teachers work together to support children and families in developing the skills for school readiness as they prepare to for their transition to school
Children are given an extensive variety of mathematical concepts, physical challenges, personal choices and group projects. Literacy and Numeracy are the foundation of the Curriculum ensuring that children are confident with these skills before the commencement of school. We provide children opportunities to show respect for their environment through learning and appreciation and diversity and self and social concepts are also part of the daily Curriculum implemented within the program.
Our Early Years Learning Framework provides opportunities for all children to explore their world around them. Children are provided with choices where they can direct their own learning and share interests. Children have opportunities to contribute towards daily tasks and routines with guidance from educators. Families are encouraged to provide input towards their child’s learning and development through effective communication techniques with educators, educators use this information to provide a consistency between home and care. Families goals for their child are shared with the Kindergarten teacher and are part of the learning process.
Children are given opportunities to work individually as well as in a group situation, valuable friendships are developed during this time to carry children through to assist in positive life choices.
Children are given opportunities to prepare for school by:
- Developing concentration skills
- Developing writing skills
- Recognition of letters and numbers
- Phonics development
- Co-operation techniques