Our Education Program
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world". -Nelson Mandela
The Early Years Learning Framework
East Hills Child Care Centre implement the Early Years Learning Framework into the educational program. The Early Years Learning Framework consists of:
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
The children are free to choose the areas of interest in which they will participate throughout the day, both as individuals and as part of a group. We cover all developmental areas such as; physical (fine/gross motor), social, emotional, cognitive and language. It is believed that children learn self discipline by being able to choose their own play activities. Sharing and co-operating with other children is encouraged by the educators. Fun and Educational activities are provided everyday including: painting, pasting, playdough, puzzles, blocks, construction equipment, music, story telling, book reading, gardening, sand play, water play and other outdoor activities.
The centre prides itself on providing an environmentally friendly and sustainable environment for the children. The children take part in recycling, growing their own fruit, vegetables and herbs and gardening experiences.
The National Quality Standard
The National Quality Standard sets a new national benchmark for the quality of education and care services. It gives our service and families a better understanding of a good quality service and it brings together seven quality areas that are important outcomes for the children. The seven quality areas consist of:
QA1: Educational program and practice
QA2: Children's health and safety
QA3: Physical environment
QA4: Staffing arrangements
QA5: Relationships with children
QA6: Collaborative partnerships with families and communities
QA7: Governance and Leadership