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About Us |
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We are a not-for profit community based long day care service with a family feel, home-like atmosphere and engaging learning environments. We are inclusive, celebrating differences and diversity. We have been operating in the Mount Barker community for over 35 years providing care for children 3 months to school age, offering permanent bookings. We Operate Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Close for 2 weeks over the Christmas - New Year period and public holidays. We have a strong connection to community, through our connection with Mount Barker Community Centre. Our resources are sourced from local shops, supermarkets and donations. We engage in local community events, markets and other various fundraising activities. Our Philosophy At Family House we believe in nurturing children through natural, child-led, play-based learning that encourages exploration and fosters innate curiosity. We believe that diversity enriches the learning environment, and we celebrate differences which create an atmosphere of inclusion, respect and belonging for all. Positive relationships are central to our philosophy. We prioritize in building trust and emotional security with each child. By working in close partnership with families, we build a strong sense of community and collaboration that supports the individual needs of every child. We provide a safe and nurturing environment where children feel empowered to explore, grow, and develop at their own pace, rich in opportunities for children to engage with the world around them and promote a strong connection to nature. Our programs are designed to be flexible and inclusive, and to ensure that each child is valued, their voices are heard and incorporated into their learning journey. Our educators are dedicated to fostering a love of learning, by providing guidance and support that helps children develop resilience and self-confidence. Through their experiences, children will learn to care for themselves, others, the land and gain an understanding of the importance of sustainability. Ultimately, our goal is to inspire children to become capable, responsible, compassionate individuals with a deep respect for the world around them. Fees $125 a day. Families can access CCS benefits through Centrelink making childcare affordable. Rooms - Learning Environments Baby room caring for infants and children aged 3months to 2 years. Preschool/Kindy room combining children 2 years up to school aged, we call this vertical grouping in a shared learning environment. The 3-5 years olds have opportunities to join in our School Readiness Program in a separated learning environment indoors. Our Team Director Manages day to day operations with over 25 years of experience in early childhood education. Administrator supports the director and enjoys working with the children where needed. Educational leader develops our services and programs aswell as providing support and guidance to the team. Early childhood teacher (ECT) develops school readiness learning opportunities. Room Leader (babies) caring and connecting Several other diploma qualified and cert 3 support educators. Educational Program Consists of: Day book displaying photos of children’s learning, their current interests, noting their voices. Linking learning experiences to the Early years Learning Framework. Every child has an individual learning portfolio - developmental folder. Monthly programs with planned and spontaneous learning experiences, following children’s interest. After critical reflections we include extensions of learning, extending on their current knowledge and skills. Learning through play is an integral part of our programs. We have access to a quiet public playground adjacent to the centre for physical experiences and connecting with nature. Inclusions A breakfast club, shared morning tea, cooking experiences and some other light snacks. We supply nappies, Sudo-nappy cream and suncream. Bedding supplied and washed weekly. Gardening experiences. Caring, nurturing relationships are developed. What Families Need to Supply A lunch box and water/drink bottle (we recommend healthy choices in divided sections or small containers with limited packaging), a piece of fruit for shared platter. Babies need to have bottles with measured out water and formula or breast milk where possible. Supply spare clothes suited to the weather and a broad rim hat. Sun safe measures are applied between August to April and when the UV is over 3 Sleep sacks are welcome. Children with allergies, and or medical conditions need to come with their actions plans completed by a doctor and medications with chemist labels. Forms will be provided for signing.
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