St. Luke’s Uniting After School Care

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St Luke's Uniting After School Care

St. Luke’s Uniting After School Care

629 Goulburn Valley Hwy, Shepparton North VIC 3631

Or call 1800 183 103

Childcare Before and after school care

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After school care in Shepparton North.

Our after school program provides learning and leisure activities for local children, taking the pressure off busy families who need additional school–based care.

Located at St. Luke’s Catholic Primary School, our service gives your child more time with their peers when school finishes.

We provide experiences to help your child get in touch with the outdoors and nurture an understanding and love for the environment.

We provide a culturally safe and inclusive environment and provide translation and other support services where needed.

Program hours and fees

The parents say

"The smiles on the kids' faces after a busy day of learning and fun is such a joy to see."

- Danica, parent

Learning experiences

Your child will enjoy hands–on, nature–based activities that encourage them to build on their strengths, interests and abilities.

Caring for the environment

Considering the world around us is an important part of our daily activities. We encourage children to:

Incursions

Other experiences your child will partake in are:

Pet care discussions
Music and dance workshops
Science and maths workshops
Cultural visits
Arts and crafts programs
Physical challenges and games
Role-playing and drama
Cooking.

Fostering family and community connections

We understand the importance of community in developing you child’s sense of belonging and connection. We encourage family participation and regularly engage with local people, groups and services to create strong community connections, including:

We partner with the local:

Program hours and fees

Health and wellbeing

Mental health

We work closely with Uniting staff trained in children’s trauma. We also work with Kindergarten Inclusion Support and Safe Child Support services. We also offer mental health support for families if you find yourself in need of assistance. Educators provide both environments and programs that support children’s positive mental health and self–care.

Nutrition

We provide nutritious food, full of flavour and made from fresh ingredients. We accommodate all dietary requirements. To encourage healthy bodies and minds, we:

Safe environment

As a child safe organisation, our educators undergo regular working with children’s and police checks. We are focused on delivering learning and development in a safe and supportive environment, so you can trust that your child is in good hands.

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

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Bagdad Uniting After School Care

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Bagdad Uniting After School Care

46 School Road, Bagdad TAS

Or call 1800 183 103

Childcare Before and after school care Vacation childcare

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After school and vacation care in Bagdad.

Our Bagdad after school and vacation care programs provide learning and leisure activities for local children, taking the pressure off busy families who need additional school-based care.

Located at Bagdad Primary School, our rural service gives your child more time with their peers when school finishes and during the school holidays.

We provide experiences to help your child get in touch with the outdoors and nurture an understanding and love for the environment.

We provide a culturally safe and inclusive environment and provide translation and other support services where needed.

Program hours and fees

The parents say

“The smiles on the kids' faces after a busy day of learning and fun is such a joy to see.”

- Danica, Early learning parent.

Learning experiences

Your child will enjoy hands-on, nature-based activities that encourage them to build on their strengths, interests and abilities.

Caring for the environment

We offer sustainability activities to foster a lifelong connection to the environment, including:

Excursions

Excursions are important to satisfy your child’s inquisitive mind. Some of our excursion locations include:

National parks and playgrounds
Wildlife parks
Museums
Botanical Gardens
Libraries
Fruit farms
Sporting, gymnastic and play centres.

Incursions

Other experiences your child will partake in are:

Pet care discussions
Music and dance workshops
Puppetry performances
Science and maths workshops
Cultural visits
Arts and crafts programs
Physical challenges and games
Role-playing and drama
Cooking.

Family and community connections

We partner with the local:

Program hours and fees

Lead Educators

Leeza and Adam

Hi, we’re Adam and Leeza and we’re the Lead Educators at Bagdad Uniting Outside School Hours Care. We’re both long–term team members at Bagdad Primary School.

We both hold qualifications in Education Support and have additional specialisations in first aid (Adam) and disability and learning needs (Leeza).

We’re both very passionate about ensuring children have a safe and nurturing environment where they can achieve their goals and enjoy imaginative play, sports, arts and unwinding after a busy day at school.

We’re strong believers in being creative and taking an approach with children that is individualised to them. We encourage them to explore, problem solve and develop their individual interests, strengths, and abilities, in a fun and inclusive way.

We enjoy seeing children grow to be the best they can be.

Mental Health

Nutrition

We provide nutritious food, full of flavour and made from fresh ingredients. We accommodate all dietary requirements. To encourage healthy bodies and minds, we:

Grow our own fruit, vegetables and herbs
Practice food safety
Work with families from a range of cultural backgrounds to ensure we are offering appropriate food choices
Provide a morning and afternoon tea lunch box service for children in the vacation care program.

Safe Environment

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

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Uniting Family Day Care Gippsland

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Uniting Family Day Care Gippsland

Or call 1800 183 103

Childcare Family day care

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Family Day Care in Gippsland.

Our family day care services across Gippsland offer personalised childcare for local families.

We will support you with extended hours and your child will benefit from activities tailored to their needs and interests in a nurturing home-learning environment.

Care is flexible to suit your family’s needs, including care outside normal working hours and, if needed, overnight and weekend care by arrangement.

Your child’s confidence and resilience will grow as they explore, learn and play with their friends.

Our small groups will support your child to develop close bonds with their peers and educator.

Family day care is a great option for children living with disabilities or additional needs.

Program hours and fees

Benefits of family day care

You will enjoy peace of mind that our educators can provide flexible care to support your child’s
physical and social development. The benefits of our family day care services include:

Benefits of family day care

You will enjoy peace of mind that our educators can provide flexible care to support your child’s
physical and social development. The benefits of our family day care services include:

Available seven days a week if needed
Small group sizes of seven children or less, with no more than four children aged under four years per group
You may be eligible for a childcare subsidy.
Care for children from infants to school age
Siblings can be cared for together
A great option for children living with disabilities or special needs.

Learning experiences

Our activities will support your child to learn about the world around them and have fun along the way. A typical day includes:

Playing with toys and other children
Painting
Visiting the local park and playground
Meals
Music, singing and reading stories
Arts and crafts
Visiting the local library or shops
Naps and rest time.

Family and community connections

Our educators will work closely with you to provide individualised care for your child and a learning environment that will help them to thrive. We welcome your feedback and participation.

Experiences at our family day care services reflect the diversity of our local community.

Program hours and fees

Team Leader

Claire

Hi, I’m Claire and I’m the Team Leader at Uniting Family Day Care – Gippsland. I’ve been part of the FDC team for 5 years and have over twenty years of experience in early learning. I hold a Diploma of Community Services – Children’s Services and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Psychology and Sociology.

I’m passionate about early learning because I get to watch children discover, grow and learn while building relationships and connections with others. It’s a real privilege to observe a child’s confidence grow.

Key Upcoming Dates

No upcoming events

Health and wellbeing

Mental Health

Our educators are trained in various programs to support the mental health of your child and are skilled in working with children who have experienced challenges and trauma. We also offer mental health support for families if you find yourself in need of assistance.

Nutrition

We will support your child to make nutritious food choices by helping with food preparation and educational activities to show them the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Our family day care services:

Safe Environment

Become a Family Day Care Educator.

If you love working with children and want the flexibility of working from home, family day care could be a great career opportunity for you. We’re looking for educators and people who want to become early childhood educators to join our team.

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

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Uniting Family Day Care Tasmania

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Uniting Family Day Care Tasmania

Or call 1800 183 103

Childcare Family day care

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Family Day Care in Tasmania.

Our family day care services across Tasmania offer personalised childcare for local families.

We will support you with extended hours and your child will benefit from activities tailored to their needs and interests in a nurturing home-learning environment.

Care is flexible to suit your family’s needs, including care outside normal working hours and, if needed, overnight and weekend care by arrangement.

Your child’s confidence and resilience will grow as they explore, learn and play with their friends.

Our small groups will support your child to develop close bonds with their peers and educator.

Family day care is a great option for children living with disabilities or additional needs.

Program hours and fees

Benefits of family day care

You will enjoy peace of mind that our educators can provide flexible care to support your child’s
physical and social development. The benefits of our family day care services include:

Benefits of family day care

You will enjoy peace of mind that our educators can provide flexible care to support your child’s
physical and social development. The benefits of our family day care services include:

Available seven days a week if needed
Small group sizes of seven children or less, with no more than four children aged under four years per group
You may be eligible for a childcare subsidy.
Care for children from infants to school age
Siblings can be cared for together
A great option for children living with disabilities or special needs.

Learning experiences

Our activities will support your child to learn about the world around them and have fun along the way. A typical day includes:

Playing with toys and other children
Painting
Visiting the local park and playground
Meals
Music, singing and reading stories
Arts and crafts
Visiting the local library or shops
Naps and rest time.

Family and community connections

Our educators will work closely with you to provide individualised care for your child and a learning environment that will help them to thrive. We welcome your feedback and participation.

Experiences at our family day care services reflect the diversity of our local community.

Program hours and fees

Team Leader

Jessica

Hi, my name is Jess and I’m the Team Leader at Uniting Family Day Care Tasmania.

I have over 12 years’ experience in the Early Childhood sector and hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and regularly partake in professional development opportunities to keep my knowledge up to date.

My passion for early learning stems from the connections made with children and their families to help guide and support children as they develop. I love being an advocate for children and their rights and wellbeing, while teaching them skills to develop enough confidence to continue with this as they get older.

Mental health

Nutrition

We will support your child to make nutritious food choices by helping with food preparation and educational activities to show them the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Our family day care services:

Safe environment

Become a Family Day Care Educator.

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

News

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Uniting Family Day Care Wimmera

Centre

Uniting Family Day Care Wimmera

Or call 1800 183 103

Childcare Family day care

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Family Day Care in Wimmera.

Our family day care services across Wimmera offer personalised childcare for local families.

We will support you with extended hours and your child will benefit from activities tailored to their needs and interests in a nurturing home–learning environment.

Care is flexible to suit your family’s needs, including care outside normal working hours and, if needed, overnight and weekend care by arrangement.

Your child’s confidence and resilience will grow as they explore, learn and play with their friends.

Our small groups will support your child to develop close bonds with their peers and educator.

Family day care is a great option for children living with disabilities or additional needs.

Program hours and fees

Benefits of family day care

You will enjoy peace of mind that our educators can provide flexible care to support your child’s physical and social development. The benefits of our family day care services include:

Benefits of family day care

You will enjoy peace of mind that our educators can provide flexible care to support your child’s physical and social development. The benefits of our family day care services include:

Available seven days a week if needed
Small group sizes of seven children or less, with no more than four children aged under four years per group
You may be eligible for a childcare subsidy.
Care for children from infants to school age
Siblings can be cared for together
A great option for children living with disabilities or special needs.

Learning experiences

Our activities will support your child to learn about the world around them and have fun along the way. A typical day includes:

Playing with toys and other children
Painting
Visiting the local park and playground
Meals
Music, singing and reading stories
Arts and crafts
Visiting the local library or shops
Naps and rest time.

Family and community connections

Our educators will work closely with you to provide individualised care for your child and a learning environment that will help them to thrive. We welcome your feedback and participation.

Experiences at our family day care services reflect the diversity of our local community.

Program hours and fees

Team Leader

Donna

Hi, I’m Donna and I’m the Team Leader at Uniting Family Day Care Wimmera. I’ve worked in the Early Years sector since 2004, in various roles in childcare centres, kindergarten and Family Day Care. I have a Diploma in Community Services (Children’s Services).

I’m constantly amazed at just how intelligent children are. I enjoy stepping into a child’s world to discover how they absorb information. It’s a privilege to be alongside children as their unique personalities emerge and their identities form in a learning environment.

Our Family Day Care Educators put the needs of children and families first and develop authentic, long–lasting relationships. They offer nurturing, flexible, and inclusive education and care in a small group size and comfortable home environment.

Mental Health

Nutrition

We will support your child to make nutritious food choices by helping with food preparation and educational activities to show them the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. Our family day care services:

Safe Environment

Become a Family Day Care Educator.

Policies and downloads

1. Autism and Girls In Early Childhood.

pdf

Autistic Girls in Early Childhood Mini Resource.

pdf

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Yea Uniting Early Learning

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Yea Uniting Early Learning

23 The Semi Circle, Yea VIC

Or call 1800 183 103

Childcare Long day care Kindergarten 3 year old kindergarten 4 year old kindergarten

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Early learning in Yea.

Located in The Semi Circle, our service offers kindergarten and childcare services to the Yea community.

You can rely on us for long day care to support your busy schedule, while we provide fun and creative early learning experiences for your child.

Your child will explore, discover and learn through hands–on activities guided by our experienced educators.

We offer activities tailored to your child’s interests and needs in an environment that will build their sense of belonging, resilience, kindness and teamwork.

Our educators are experienced in supporting children who live with a range of physical and intellectual disabilities.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

Our large outdoor spaces will allow your child to learn from our wealth of natural resources. Our
early learning service features:

Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Sand and mud pits
Vegetable and herb gardens
Recycling area
Hand water pump, which runs down a rocky riverbed
Water tank

Play equipment for activities such as climbing, skipping, throwing and catching
Trees and natural shade
Pergola
Shade sail
Swings
Bike track
A boat in our outdoor space.

Our centre

Our large outdoor spaces will allow your child to learn from our wealth of natural resources. Our
early learning service features:

Play equipment for activities such as climbing, skipping, throwing and catching
Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Sand and mud pits
Vegetable and herb gardens
Recycling area
Hand water pump, which runs down a rocky riverbed
Water tank
Trees and natural shade
Pergola
Shade sail
Swings
Bike track
A boat in our outdoor space.

The parents say

“Thank you for bringing such joy into our family during what has been a challenging period”

- Early learning parent.

Learning experiences

Our early learning activities will support your child to learn about art, different cultures, nature and careers through excursions and visits from local organisations and programs.

Caring for the environment

We include lessons on sustainability and environmental awareness in many of our activities to strengthen your child’s connection to the environment and our community. Some of our activities include:

Excursions

We love excursions. We often enjoy outings including:

ELF Day (children walk to local venues dressed as their favourite book character and are read to by community members)
Supermarkets
Healsville Sanctuary
Local police station
Fire brigade
Post office

Incursions

We also welcome entertaining and informative visitors including:

Black Snake Productions
Dinosaur Museum
A Dentist
Goulburn Valley Water
Responsible Pet Program
Bravehearts
Tingle Toodle
Special Person's Day - Carp Production
A First Nations Elder.

Family and community connections

We encourage you to participate in your child’s early learning experience in whatever ways you can. We invite you to:

To build your child’s community connections, we regularly engage with local groups, members and programs, including:

Local primary schools to assist with the transition to school
The local children’s network meeting
Emergency services
A dentist
The maternal and child health nurse
A speech therapist
Farmers and vets.

Program hours and fees

4 Year Old Kindergarten Teacher

Fiona

Hi, I’m Fiona, the Acting Centre Director and 4-year-old Kindergarten Teacher at Yea Uniting Early Learning. I’ve worked in early learning for 25 years and have been the 4-year-old teacher at Yea for 10 years. During this time, I have seen our service grow and develop into the thriving hub it is today.

I have a Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies and am currently studying my Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science.

I love knowing that I am making a positive difference in the lives of the children and families that I support.

At Yea, we value community and build strong relationships with our children and families. We provide children and families with a service that we would be happy to send our own children to, and work hard to ensure that we are continually evolving the program so that we can continue to grow and develop while meeting changing community needs.

Mental health

Nutrition

Helping children to make healthy food choices is an important part of our daily activities. We offer lessons on food safety and cooking using the produce from our garden. This allows children to apply what they have learnt about nutrition and environmental sustainability. At our early learning centre, we:

Grow our own fruit, vegetables and herbs
Work with families from a range of cultural backgrounds to ensure cultural foods meet requirements
Offer progressive snack and lunchtime to empower children to ask for what they want and when
Participate in the Healthy Together Victoria Achievement Program
Work with the Smiles 4 Miles program to teach good oral health and healthy eating habits

Safe environment

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

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Warrnambool Uniting Early Learning

Centre

Warrnambool Uniting Early Learning

115 Koroit Street, Warrnambool VIC

Or call 1800 183 103

Childcare Occasional care

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Early learning in Warrnambool.

Located on Koroit Street in the heart of Warrnambool, our childcare service provides localised early learning in the community we know and love.

You can rely on us for occasional care to support your busy schedule, while we provide fun and creative early learning experiences for your child.

Your child will enjoy social and educational activities to build their sense of belonging, resilience, kindness and teamwork.

We are experienced in supporting children who live with a range of physical and intellectual disabilities.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

We have large outdoor and indoor spaces equipped with modern facilities to help your child to thrive. Our early learning centre features:

Our centre

We have large outdoor and indoor spaces equipped with modern facilities to help your child to thrive. Our early learning centre features:

Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Shade sail
Recycling area.
Play equipment for activities such as climbing, skipping, throwing and catching
Sand pit

The parents say

“Thank you for creating a wonderful community that reflects inclusion and diversity”

- Early learning parent.

Learning experiences

Your child will have endless opportunities to explore, discover and create as they make the most of our well-equipped indoor and outdoor learning spaces.

Caring for the environment

We will support your child to care for the environment. We promote sustainable living and help children develop important environmentally friendly habits through activities such as recycling.

Fostering family connections

We welcome you to take an active role in your child’s early learning experience. If you have the time, you can participate in:

Program hours and fees

Service Leader

Jasmine

Hi, I’m Jasmine, the Service Leader at Warrnambool Uniting Early Learning. I’ve been working in the sector for 15 years in many different roles and hold a Diploma in Children’s Services.

At Warrnambool Uniting Early Learning, we pride ourselves on the quality and experience of our team and the warm, secure environment that we welcome families into. We create safe, nurturing and playful spaces for children to build confidence and skills for life. Our high-quality service ensures every child has opportunity to learn, play and thrive in a friendly, professional, safe and caring environment.

Our team is passionate about making learning exciting. Through our tailored, inclusive and fun early learning program, we inspire children to connect with friends, family, cultures, the environment, and the wider community.

We work closely with families to support every child’s unique needs and provide the best care possible. Our variety of flexible childcare services means you can trust Uniting to care for your child when you need it.

Mental health

Nutrition

We know the importance of healthy eating in children’s early development. Your child will have access to nutritious food, full of flavour and made from fresh ingredients. We also support families to make healthy and nutritional choices for their children. We teach food safety and proper food handling.

Safe environment

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

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Warracknabeal Uniting Early Learning

Centre

Warracknabeal Uniting Early Learning

11 Werrigar Street, Warracknabeal VIC

Or call 1800 183 103

Childcare Long day care

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Early learning in Warracknabeal.

Located opposite bushland and the Yarriambiack Creek on Werrigar Street, our childcare service has been caring for local children in Warracknabeal since 2007.

You can rely on us for long day care to support your busy schedule, while we provide fun and creative early learning experiences for your child.

We are part of a community hub with a kindergarten, maternal child health centre, primary school, high school and special development school nearby.

Our educators are passionate about nurturing your child’s confidence, strengths and interests.

Social development is a big part of our early learning experience. We teach the importance of relationships and inclusion to foster opportunities for your child to build friendships with their peers.

Our educators are experienced in supporting children who live with a range of physical and intellectual disabilities.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

We have large outdoor and indoor spaces equipped with modern facilities to help your child to thrive. Our early learning centre features:

Our centre

We have large outdoor and indoor spaces equipped with modern facilities to help your child to thrive. Our early learning centre features:

Play equipment for activities such as climbing, skipping, throwing and catching
Large outdoor spaces
Sand and mud pit
Shade sail
Mud kitchen
Cubby house
Sand pit
Vegetable and herb gardens
Apple trees.

The parents say

“Thank you for bringing such joy into our family during what has been a challenging period”

- Early learning parent.

Learning experiences

We offer activities to help your child make the most of the outdoors. We will help your child develop a love of the environment through sustainability activities like recycling. We also encourage parents to donate recycled items for our art and craft activities.

Family and community connections

We invite families to our centre to share cultural experiences. Previous cultural days have seen children dress up in traditional clothes, paint national flags, cook and make cultural items such as Chinese lanterns.

To connect your child with our community, we invite local groups, members and services to our centre, including:

Local primary schools
Emergency service providers
Local kindergartens
Wellbeing practitioners
Maternal child health nurse
Local Council members.

Program hours and fees

Service Leader

Kristin

Hi, I’m Kristin and I’m the Service Leader at Warracknabeal Uniting Early Learning. I’ve worked in the sector for 10 years and hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education. I love working with children and helping them achieve their goals and find new passions and interests.

At Warracknabeal we provide children and their families with support, compassion, and respect, so that they feel included and valued here. Our program is tailored to children’s individual interests. We have a beautiful community and strive to provide an inclusive environment for all of our families and children to grow, learn and play together.

Mental Health

Nutrition

Fun and practical education on cooking, food safety and gardening will give your child the knowledge to make healthy life choices. At our early learning centre, we:

Grow our own fruit, vegetables and herbs
Emphasise food safety
Work with families from a range of cultural backgrounds to ensure cultural foods meet requirements
Offer progressive snack and lunchtime to empower children to ask for what they want and when
Encourage children to eat fruit and healthy options before other snacks
Give children input on what to grow and cook from our vegetable garden.

Safe Environment

Policies and downloads

1. Autism and Girls In Early Childhood.

pdf

Autistic Girls in Early Childhood Mini Resource.

pdf

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Swifts Creek Uniting Early Learning

Centre

Swifts Creek Uniting Early Learning

6846 Great Alpine Road, Swifts Creek VIC

Or call 1800 183 103

Childcare Long day care Kindergarten 3 year old kindergarten 3-4 year old integrated kindergarten 4 year old kindergarten

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Early Learning Centre

Early learning in Swifts Creek.

Located on Great Alpine Road next to Swifts Creek Primary School, our kindergarten and childcare services will help your child to explore, learn and build social skills.

You can rely on us for long day care to support your busy schedule, while we provide fun and creative early learning experiences for your child.

We offer activities tailored to your child’s interests and needs in an environment that will build their sense of belonging, resilience, kindness and teamwork.

Our educators are experienced in supporting children who live with a range of physical and intellectual disabilities.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

Your child will interact and learn from their peers in our spacious indoor and outdoor areas. Our early learning centre features:

Our centre

Your child will interact and learn from their peers in our spacious indoor and outdoor areas. Our early learning centre features:

Equipment for activities such as climbing, skipping, throwing and catchingspaces
Planned indoor spaces
Large natural outdoor spaces
Sand and mud pit
Water tank
Cubby house
Gardening beds
Shade sail.

The parents say

“The smiles on the kids' faces after a busy day of learning and fun is such a joy to see”

- Danica, parent.

Learning experiences

We will nurture your child’s inquisitive mind through our range of fun and educational activities and excursions.

Caring for the environment

Our early learning program will encourage your child to care for the environment. We do this by:

Excursions

We love to take the children out into our local community to explore the world around them. Excursions include trips to:

Incursions

We welcome visitors and guest speakers to present to the children, including:

Sally Ward from Walker Learning to prepare children for their transition to primary school
Reading Circle
The local school
Visits from speech and occupational therapists
Drum music lessons
Pet safety professionals
Road safety professionals
Emergency service providers.

Family and community connections

We work with local people, groups and services to create opportunities for children to recognise they are part of the Swifts Creek community. We also invite families to participate in their child’s early learning experience in ways they feel comfortable. You are invited to:

Celebrate significant cultural festivals and days
Talk to the children about your job, hobbies or other interesting topics
Volunteer your time to support our programs
Assisting with fundraising
Join our Parent Partnership Group (positions are elected at the annual meeting of our kindergarten parents).

Local community members, groups or services we partner with to foster your child’s understanding and connections with our region include:

Program hours and fees

Early Childhood Teacher

Jodie

Hi, I’m Jodie and I’m the Early Childhood Teacher at Swifts Creek Early Learning Service. I hold a Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies. I’ve been educating the children of Swifts Creek for over 10 years and have worked in early learning for 20 years. My passion and love for this service and community inspires me to continue caring for our future generation.

I’m an advocate for children and extend that into providing them with the best outcomes. Our team educates the children with healthy eating and physical activities. Seeing the children exploring through play and hands-on experiments, and the excitement on their faces as they learn, lets you know you’re making a difference in their lives.

It is a privilege to be a part of the Swifts Creek Kindergarten and being a part of the children’s learning journey.

Mental health

Nutrition

We are passionate about ensuring your child enjoys fresh and nutritional food at our early learning centre. We use produce grown at our centre and locally sourced produce. At our early learning centre, we:

Grow our own fruit, vegetables and herbs
Teach food safety
Educate children and families about nutrition and healthy eating
Participate in a community health and wellbeing program called Smiles 4 Miles, which teaches good oral health and healthy eating habits.

Safe environment

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

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South Arm Uniting After School Care

Centre

South Arm Uniting After School Care

Primary School, 32 Harmony Lane, South Arm TAS

Or call 1800 183 103

Childcare Before and after school care

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After school care in South Arm.

Our South Arm after school care program provides learning and leisure activities for local children, taking the pressure off busy families who need additional school-based care.

Located at South Arm Primary School, our service gives your child more time with their peers when school finishes.

Children can come straight to our care from school and continue their adventures in our safe and familiar environment.

We are a small, rural after school care service with a focus on nurturing social and community
connections.

We will work with your child to build on their strengths and interests, while learning and having fun along the way.

We provide a culturally safe and inclusive environment for all members of our learning community and provide translation and other support services when needed.

Program hours and fees

The parents say

“Our son is thriving – thank you for providing such a safe and nurturing environment”

- Lena, parent.

Learning experiences

Excursions and incursions

Your child will enjoy indoor and outdoor activities that allow them to interact, build relationships and pursue individual interests. Our activities include:

Community connections

We work with local people, groups and services to broaden your child’s understanding of the world and help them become active members of our community. We engage with:

Program hours and fees

Before & After School Care Supervisor

Simon

Hi, I’m Simon and I’m the Nominated Supervisor for Before & After School Care services at Campbell Street, Collinsvale, Kempton, Mount Stuart and South Arm. I have a Bachelor of Teaching from the University of Tasmania.

I’ve been the Program Leader for 18 years. During that time, I have worked predominantly in school aged education, working at several OSHC services and our pre-kinder program at Campbell Street Early Learning.

I’m passionate about assisting children to develop in their life-long learning, and love to see the achievements in their early years. We provide a safe, enjoyable, and fun environment for the children to develop through play-based development and learning tailored from the children’s own interests. My team and I provide a high-quality program in a collaborative community environment.

Mental Health

Our educators are trained in various programs to support the mental health of your child and are skilled in working with children who have experienced challenges and trauma. Educators provide both environments and programs that support children’s positive mental health and self–care. We also offer mental health support for families if you find yourself in need of assistance.

Nutrition

We teach children about the importance of healthy eating and nutrition. At our early learning service, we:

Grow our own fruit, vegetables and herbs
Encourage your child to help with preparing food
Accommodate all dietary requirements
Emphasise food safety
Work with families from a range of cultural backgrounds to ensure cultural foods meet food standard requirements