“Education begins the moment we see children as innately wise and capable beings. Only then can we play along in their world”
Vincent Gowmon
A typical day at the Hub
Drop off: Welcome to all our children and Families, we’re ready for a fantastic day of learning! Families must sign in when they arrive. Please don’t forget to apply sunscreen to your child.
8.00am: All children engage in free play utilising both the indoor and outdoor environments.
8.30am: In small groups, children engage in a range of interest-based activities.
9.15am: It’s time for some morning tea! Each day a small group of children will assist with morning and afternoon tea preparation.
10:00am: Our daily program is in full swing as children engage in a range of small and large group activities suited to their developmental stage and interests.
11.30am: We encourage children to begin packing away some of the resources they have been enjoying, wash their hands and prepare for lunch time.
11.30am-12.30pm: Our children and team enjoy a progressive lunch, practising their self-help and sharing skills as they tuck into a delicious meal together. All meals are served Family style.
12.00pm-2:00pm: Shhhhh, it’s time to transition to a period of rest and relaxation. Beds will be set up for children who still enjoy a day-nap and lights dimmed to provide a calming environment to drift off to sleep.
1.00pm: For our non-sleepers, we engage in quiet activities based on our School Readiness program. This can include story and music activities, quiet reading or storytelling.
2.00pm: Our children and team enjoy a progressive afternoon tea and prepare for the afternoon program.
3.00pm: Our afternoon program sees children engaged in a range of small group activities suited to their developmental stage and interests.
3:30pm: Our Preschoolers engage in a range of STEM activities.
4.30pm: Free play
Pick up: Please don’t forget to sign your child out at the end of the day. We’ll see you soon!
Other important information
Family Communication
Keep up to date with all the wonderful activities your child is engaging in throughout the day with access to Storypark - a free, online communication portal.
Sun Safety
Slip, slop, slap, wrap! We apply sunscreen and a hat to all children 20 minutes before playing outdoors. You’re welcome to bring your own sunscreen to be applied.
Drop off and pick up
With plenty of parking available at the front of the Centres, drop off and pick up is simple for busy Families. Need help? Just give us a call when you’re out the front!
Daily meals
3 yummy meals are served each day, catering to 80% of children’s daily dietary needs. We also provide easy access to fresh fruit and veggies throughout the day.