Toddler Program

Our Abecedarian approach is a progressive and personalised for toddlers to learn to communicate their thoughts, emotions and intentions.

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Early Experiences (1-3 yrs)

We know your toddler is ready to socialize, make friends and to be introduced to new challenges in a safe and nurturing environment. Our qualified childcare educators are trained and accredited in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum by Affinity Education Group. This incorporates the Abecedarian Approach, a progressive and personalised way for toddlers to learn to communicate their thoughts, emotions and intentions. Our educators are recognised for the happy and loving environments they create where toddlers laugh, learn and thrive.

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What toddlers learn

As toddlers start to communicate their interests, share their ideas and connect with other children, they develop self-identity and awareness of the world around them. They learn the impact their actions and behaviours can have on others, and how to participate in learning opportunities.

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Where toddlers learn

During Early Experiences your toddler will enjoy Lifelong Learning Curriculum zones. We take pride in our learning environments including indoor and outdoor environments where they can choose between solitary, small and large group play. Their sense of adventure and wonder is stimulated as they are encouraged to create and explore every day.

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How toddlers learn

Toddlers learn best through play, supported by gentle and fun interactions with their educators and with other children. Our educators reflect on each child’s unique interests and provide opportunities for children to contribute to their own learning and development. We consider children’s opinions and allow them to be involved in decisions which affect them.

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Our Educational Programs

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Baby Nursery

Your child's lifelong learning journey starts here! Our nursery provides a warm, safe environment for your baby to learn and grow. Caring and gentle educators will develop nurturing relationships with your baby, so your child will develop trust and a sense of belonging.

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Toddler Childcare

Our centre provides a stimulating and fun environment to enhance your child’s learning in their early years. Learning starts long before school, with the first five years of a child’s life being crucial to laying the foundations for their ability to learn throughout their later years.

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Preschool

Preparing for primary school is one of the most important times in a child’s life. Our Lifelong Learning Curriculum School Readiness program stimulates young minds, builds confidence, resilience and positive self-image, and supports children’s transition to school.

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Explore Current Opportunities

Each day, you’ll have the opportunity to inspire and shape the young minds of children. The impact you can make is enriching, and this career choice offers endless opportunities and pathways.

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Study with Affinity Education

The Affinity Learning Academy, by Affinity Education provides internal professional development, plus nationally recognised qualifications in early childhood education and business with preferred RTO’s.

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Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation, the Affinity Education community acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land sea and community.

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