Education Program

Our approach to curriculum (educational program) is born out of a long held tradition of early childhood philosophy and practice, and is supported by contemporary international and national research and theoretical perspectives around children’s learning, health and wellbeing. Our teachers work alongside your child to actively encourage and support them in the learning process. Our staff regularly undertake professional development to ensure the most up-to-date research is used as a basis for shaping curriculum decisions.

The physical environments and mood and feel of the centre are designed to support and enhance your child’s learning. Staff will continually encourage your child’s curiosity, enthusiasm and love of learning. As teachers and children engage in inquiry together, children are learning to observe, ask questions, reflect on their actions and engage in meaningful and self-directed activity.

At Shailer Road we implement the C&K’s ‘Building Waterfalls’ Curriculum.

This curriculum:

·         supports and affirms parents in their parenting role

·         acknowledges the individuality of family aspirations and traditions

·         optimises learning for children

·         engages parents in cooperative decision making

·         is relevant to the children, families and community

·         facilitates networking among families within the local community.