Childcare Ferny Creek

Qualified and Caring Educators

Our team of experienced educators has extensive training in early childhood education and is committed to providing a supportive and enriching experience for every child. With a combined experience of over 65 years in early learning, our staff ensures that each child in our care feels valued, safe, and inspired to reach their potential.

Personalised Early Learning Approach

Every child is unique, and our educators ensure that learning experiences align with individual interests, skills, and developmental milestones. Our programs are designed to spark curiosity, encourage exploration, and build confidence through structured play and interactive activities.

Engaging and Play-Based Curriculum

Our curriculum blends structured learning with play-based experiences to help children develop holistically. We incorporate activities such as:

• Creative Arts – Painting, crafting, and storytelling provide opportunities for children to express themselves freely, develop fine motor skills, and explore their creativity. Through hands-on activities such as sculpting, drawing, and mixed-media projects, children enhance their cognitive and emotional development while building self-confidence in their artistic abilities.
• Music and Movement – Rhythm-based learning supports cognitive and motor skills development by incorporating singing, dancing, and musical instrument exploration. These activities help children improve coordination, rhythm recognition, and auditory processing while fostering a love for music and movement.
• Outdoor Exploration – Our nature play activities encourage children to engage with the environment through gardening, climbing, and team-based physical exercises. These activities promote physical health, improve coordination, and develop a sense of teamwork and responsibility as children learn about plants, animals, and ecosystems.
• Language and Literacy Development – We introduce children to early literacy concepts through interactive storytelling, phonics exercises, and role-playing. By encouraging conversations, reading aloud, and hands-on writing activities, we help build strong communication skills that lay the foundation for lifelong learning.

After-School Daycare

For busy parents who require extended care, our after-school program (4 PM to 6:30 PM) provides a safe and stimulating environment where children can unwind, socialise, and engage in enriching activities.

Camp Kindoo Holiday Care

During school holidays, our specially curated holiday care program keeps children engaged with a range of activities, from creative arts to outdoor adventures. These sessions ensure that children continue learning while having fun.

Early childhood is a critical period of development where children absorb knowledge rapidly. Providing them with a structured and stimulating environment helps nurture essential skills in problem-solving, creativity, and social interaction.

Our play-based and structured learning approach at our centre near Ferny Creek helps children build:

• Independence and confidence – By encouraging children to explore their interests, make their own choices, and solve problems on their own, we foster independence. Activities such as decision-making games, role-playing, and self-led tasks build self-assurance and equip children with the ability to take initiative and think critically in various situations.
• Emotional resilience – Emotional intelligence is crucial in childhood development, and we support this through activities that teach self-regulation, empathy, and social interaction. Our educators use positive reinforcement techniques, social storytelling, and guided group play to help children navigate emotions, resolve conflicts, and build healthy relationships with peers and caregivers.
• Foundational literacy and numeracy skills – We prepare children for school readiness by introducing fundamental literacy and numeracy concepts in a fun and interactive way. Through phonics-based learning, counting exercises, storytelling, and hands-on number activities, we help children develop the skills necessary to excel in reading, writing, and mathematics when they transition to primary education.
  

How Play-Based Learning Supports Development

Play is at the core of our educational philosophy. Through play, children naturally develop cognitive and social skills while enjoying their learning journey. Our activities include:

• Sensory Play: Engaging experiences such as sand, water, and tactile activities that stimulate cognitive growth and fine motor skills. These hands-on activities help children develop their sense of touch, improve hand-eye coordination, and build problem-solving skills as they manipulate different textures and materials.
• Imaginative Play: Role-playing activities like pretend kitchens, dress-up games, and storytelling encourage creativity and language development. By engaging in these activities, children enhance their communication skills, learn social roles, and develop the ability to express themselves through play.
• Outdoor Activities: Running, climbing, and group games enhance physical health, coordination, and teamwork. Activities such as obstacle courses, team-based sports, and nature exploration also foster resilience, spatial awareness, and an appreciation for the outdoors.
• Music and Dance: Rhythm-based movement supports auditory skills, confidence, and self-expression. Singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments help develop coordination, memory, and emotional regulation, while also encouraging children to express themselves through movement and sound.

A structured routine helps children feel secure, develop independence, and manage transitions effectively. Our daily schedule is designed to balance learning, rest, play, and socialisation. Benefits include:

• Emotional security: Predictability reduces anxiety and builds trust by creating a sense of stability and comfort in a child’s daily routine. When children know what to expect, they feel safe, which allows them to focus on learning and social interactions without fear or uncertainty.
• Smooth transitions: Helps children adapt to new experiences with ease by incorporating gentle guidance, structured activities, and familiar routines. Smooth transitions reduce stress and frustration, making it easier for children to shift between activities such as playtime, mealtime, and rest periods.
• Independence: Encourages self-reliance and confidence in daily activities by allowing children to take on age-appropriate responsibilities. Through guided self-care practices such as dressing themselves, tidying up, and making choices in their daily activities, children develop autonomy and a sense of accomplishment, which fosters long-term self-confidence and problem-solving abilities.
  

Proper nutrition is essential for a child’s growth, energy levels, and cognitive function. At our childcare centre near Ferny Creek, we actively promote healthy eating by:

• Providing balanced and nutritious meals.
• Encouraging children to learn about healthy food choices.
• Incorporating interactive cooking activities to foster curiosity about nutrition.
  

Starting childcare is a significant milestone. To ease the transition, we recommend the following for families in Ferny Creek:

• Visiting the centre before the first day to build familiarity.
• Speaking positively about childcare to create excitement.
• Enrolling in our Kindoo Intro transition program for a gentle introduction.
• Bringing a comfort item from home to provide reassurance.
• Establishing a consistent drop-off routine to make goodbyes smoother.
  

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