Learning and Development

Our educators are deeply committed to:

• Catering to each child’s developmental stage and interests
• Providing opportunities for project-based and inquiry-led learning
• Designing advanced activities for children ready for deeper exploration
• Encouraging spiritual growth through stories, prayer, and Christian teachings

Mixed-age Learning

We embrace mixed-age groupings and see them as a powerful tool for fostering growth, learning, and community. This approach provides opportunities for children to play and learn alongside peers of different ages, encouraging empathy, leadership, cooperation, and confidence. We see children grow not only at their own pace, but also through meaningful social connections that mirror real-world communities.

This approach also reflects the Biblical principle of mentorship and servant leadership:

“Train up a child in the way he should go.” – Proverbs 22:6

“Let the little children come to me.” – Matthew 19:14

Benefits of Mixed-age Learning

• Older children become role models, learning to be patient, kind, and nurturing – qualities that reflect Christ’s love and prepare them for future leadership and service.
• Younger children benefit from observing and emulating older peers, gaining confidence and learning new skills in a supportive environment.
• Children learn at their own pace, focusing on what they can do rather than what they cannot do, fostering a sense of achievement and self-worth.
• Cooperation replaces competition, creating a family-like atmosphere where children support one another.
• Our structure leads to a stable continuity of care which allows children to build lasting relationships with educators and peers, promoting emotional security and deeper, intentional, individualised learning.

Our Rooms and Programs

Banksia Room

6 weeks–2 years

A peaceful, nurturing space where our youngest children begin their journey. Educators focus on building secure attachments, responding to individual needs, and laying the foundation for emotional and spiritual growth through gentle care and loving interactions.

Our Garden Room program usually includes:

• Indoor and outdoor play experiences that support both fine and gross motor development
• Small and large group activities such as reading, music, and movement
• Child-led and teacher-intentionally guided experiences that are tailored to each child’s interests and developmental needs
• Active parent involvement to help shape learning experiences and support individual growth
• Whole-centre engagement during shared events such as worship and special occasions, fostering a sense of community and belonging
• Opportunities for rest and relaxation that ensure children feel refreshed and ready to engage

Tuckeroo Room

2-3.5 years

A vibrant, exploratory environment where toddlers begin to assert independence and curiosity. Educators support developmental milestones through play-based learning, guided discovery, and faith-filled stories and songs that teach kindness, sharing, and God’s love.

Our Jungle Room program usually includes:

• Exploratory activities where toddlers are encouraged to express independence and curiosity
• Play-based learning and guided discovery that support key developmental milestones
• Faith-filled stories and songs that nurture values like kindness, sharing, and God’s love
• Intentional educator support to foster confidence, communication, and social skill
• Opportunities for both active play and quiet moments, helping children balance energy and rest
• Strong connections with families that ensure each child’s interests and needs are understood and supported

Waratah Room (Kindergarten)

3.5-6 years

A dynamic, project-based learning space where older children engage in more advanced activities tailored to their interests and abilities. Educators offer leadership opportunities, creative challenges, and spiritual guidance to help children grow in confidence, empathy, and understanding of Christian values.

Our Ocean Room program usually includes:

• Dynamic learning opportunities where children explore topics through hands-on experiences and inquiry
• Activities tailored to individual interests and developmental stages, encouraging creativity, problem-solving, and independence
• Leadership opportunities and collaborative challenges that build confidence and a sense of responsibility
• Spiritual guidance through stories, songs, and discussions, helping children grow in empathy and understanding of Christian values
• Supportive educator relationships that nurture each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development
• Balanced routines that include time for active play, focused learning, and quiet reflection
• Engagement with the wider centre community, participating in shared events and celebrations that foster belonging and connection

PREP-READINESS

Our kindy curriculum focuses on the development of essential Prep-readiness skills through structured routines, group activities, and opportunities for following instructions. We practice foundational literacy and numeracy concepts while building social and emotional capabilities like sharing, independence, and managing emotions, ensuring that when our children enter Prep they do so feeling confident and prepared for this transition.

Compliance, Frameworks, and Learning Guidelines

All aspects of our programs, activities and experiences comply with the requirements of the Child Care Act (2002) and Child Care Regulations (2003). We base our programs on the learning outcomes of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF V2) and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines (QKLG).

• Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines (QKLG)