Kindergarten
3-4 year old mixed sessional kindergarten
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Wonthaggi North Uniting Kindergarten
63 White Road, North Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Early Learning Centre
Early learning in Wonthaggi North.
Our kinder is located on the site of Wonthaggi North Primary School.
We offer an inclusive and creative kinder program, led by educators who are focused on nurturing your child’s strengths, interests and social connections. We provide opportunities for children to have input into the development of the program.
Your child will enjoy fun learning adventures through creative indoor activities and outdoor experiences, sustainability, inclusion and diversity.
Our goal is to nurture happy, healthy children and inspire a lifelong love of learning.
Program hours and fees
Our centre
Our kindergarten offers indoor and outdoor play areas and equipment to support the physical and social development of your child. Our kinder features:
- A beautiful, sunny indoor space
- Sand pits and mud kitchen
- Play equipment for games, climbing, skipping, throwing and catching activities
- Recycling area.
- A large outdoor space for cubbies and tree houses
- Shade trees and sails for sun protection
- Vegetable and herb garden
Our centre
Our kindergarten offers indoor and outdoor play areas and equipment to support the physical and social development of your child. Our kinder features:
- A beautiful, sunny indoor space
- A large outdoor space for cubbies and tree houses
- Sand pits and mud kitchen
- Play equipment for games, climbing, skipping, throwing and catching activities
- Recycling area
- Shade trees and sails for sun protection
- Vegetable and herb garden.
The children say
“I love kinder because I play with my friends, puzzles and playdough.”
- Grace, Little learner
Learning experiences
Your child will go on excursions, get involved in the local community and take part in environmental programs to help them become active members of the local community. We also get involved in fundraisers and social events.
Caring for the environment
Considering the world around us is an important part of our daily activities.
We encourage children to:
- Recycle
- Reuse and reduce water wastage
- Learn about sustainable practices
- Compost food scraps
- Grow and look after plants and trees.
Fostering community and cultural connections
Your child will learn about their community and other cultures. Our centre celebrates significant cultural events. We also get involved in fundraising activities for causes that are important to the community.
We have a strong relationship with our local:
- Primary school
- Library
- Museum and art gallery
- Emergency services
- Indigenous community groups and members
- Animal trainers and handlers.
Program hours and fees
Early Childhood Teacher
Jane
Hi, I’m Jane and I’m the Teacher at Wonthaggi North Kindergarten. I’ve had the pleasure of working with children for over 25 years in a few different services both here and overseas. I hold a Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching from Victoria University. Children are the most wonderful of people. Their curiosity, ideas and creativity make being with them a joyful experience. Having the opportunity to see the world through a child’s eyes gives a very Creating beautiful, inviting play spaces for children is one of my favourite parts of my job. Watching how children interact, play and learn from these experiences gives me so much insight into each individual child. We prefer to use natural and recycled materials throughout the program where possible, encouraging children’s connection to country and the environment while starting to develop their understanding of sustainability. The teaching team at Wonthaggi North Kindergarten comes with many years of experience. Our aligned teaching practice focuses on a play-based program. Children will have opportunity to learn, explore, build relationships and essentially have fun. We look forward to welcoming you to our kinder.
different perspective to my own ideas about the world and challenges and changes my thinking
about things. Meaning as much as we teach children, there is also much to be learnt from them.
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 can also refer to mental health support programs for families if you find yourself in need of assistance.
Nutrition
Your child will learn about good nutrition to form healthy eating habits. We do this by growing fruit, vegetables and herbs in our centre garden. We also teach food safety practices. We respect and follow culturally appropriate food guidelines as we educate the children about healthy eating and nutrition.
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.
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