Turtle Room: Four-year-old kinder

For children aged four to five years, a government-funded kinder programme is incorporated at no extra cost. Our kinder programme is delivered by our qualified teacher who holds a four-year Bachelor of Education degree from RMIT University. The Turtle Room can hold up to 24 children with two staff members.

Families can feel assured that the kinder programmes offered within the centre cater to the individual needs of children, are based on their interests, strengths and EYLDF. We also provide extensive planning and preparation for the transition into primary school.

The kinder room has lots of interesting spots to explore and for children to let their imagination run free. The children can also participate in our specialist programmes of languages, Yoga, music and movement, and cooking.

As the children are at an age of independence, decision-making and choices are strongly encouraged. Staff work alongside them to develop ownership of their own belongings and actions; encourage them to develop resilience; and display care, honesty and respect to each other.

Preparing for School

The kinder year is a time for children to continue to lay foundations for life long learning. The kinder room is a place where they can use play to make meaning of the world. As our staff recognise that play is essential in the early years to enable children to devlop social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills, this provides an opportunity for each child to reach their full potential.

Our program is influenced by educational philosophies including; Reggio, Te Whariki, Howard Gardner‘s Multiple Intelligences and guided by the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework.

Families are welcome to meet with our kinder teacher at the end of each term to discuss their child‘s development and overall progress. The centre also holds a school readiness talk in the middle of the year to assist families in choosing the right school. We have a vast range of information and handouts, and our friendly staff are happy to help with any questions.