FAQs - Gardens Early Learning

Q: How we celebrate culture

At Highfield Gardens Early Centre we have an active Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). This plan is always evolving to incorporate the Aboriginal and Tores Strait Islander cultures throughout the centre. We have a cultural advice team who work closely with the local Indigenous community members, who visit our centre regularly to support culture within the centre whilst introducing the children and staff to the traditional Indigenous methods.

Q: What extracurricular activities do you offer?

Extracurricular activities are all inclusive with our daily program and is refreshed regularly. Examples of activities include Ginger Sports, Pilates, Cosmic Yoga and various other activities and crafts.

Q: What extracurricular activities do you offer?

Extracurricular activities are all inclusive with our daily program and is refreshed regularly. Examples of activities include Kindygym / Gymnastics, Making Rainbows (range of musical/dance activities), Pilates, Cosmic Yoga and various other activities and crafts.

Q: What extracurricular activities do you offer?

Extracurricular activities are all-inclusive with our daily program is refreshed regularly. Examples of activities include Ginger Sports, Making Rainbows (range of musical/dance activities), Kids Heart Pilates, the Maggie Moo Music Program, and various other activities and crafts. Japanese lessons are provided to kindergarten children.

Q: What's included in the daily fee?

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Q: What are your staff qualifications and requirements?

We have an amazing team of early childhood professionals who are either studying or hold a Bachelor, Diploma, or Certificate III in child-related studies. They also have current first aid qualifications and regularly participate in professional development opportunities to further enhance their skills and provide the best opportunities and experiences for the children in our care. In addition, our staff have annual child protection, food safety and fire safety training. All members of staff hold current blue cards.

Q: Any advice on separation and saying goodbye?

It is important that you ensure you say goodbye to your child when you leave and make sure that the teacher or educator in charge knows that you are leaving. We understand goodbyes can be hard for all involved however to continue building a safe and trusting relationship we strongly acknowledge that you say goodbye and not ‘slip away’ Our educators and teachers will acknowledge any feelings and emotions that you and your child may be having and support you throughout the entire process. You can read more on separation anxiety by following the link.

Q: How do we communicate?

As you are your child’s first teacher, you know best so when it comes to saying goodbye, rest time routines, settling techniques etc, we want to be made aware of what works for you and your family at home. Our teachers and educators will ask you for your advice and input and will also in return provide you with this information. We provide an open-door policy and believe that communication is the key to any great relationship so please do not hesitate to ask any questions or provide feedback. Communications are in person or via Storypark. Storypark creates a space where parents and carers can communicate and collaborate on a daily basis. The Storypark app is available in both the Android and iOS stores for download.

Q: What do I need to bring?

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