| The Early
Learning Centre opened in Term 1 2007, enrolments for the
centre are accepted for children aged 3-5 years. To register your
interest please download and complete the
ELC Preliminary Application for Enrolment.
The Early Learning Centre aims to provide an innovative inquiry-based
curriculum designed to cater to each child’s individual learning
style and needs while allowing each to develop their full potential.
The Early Learning Centre
adopted an internationally focused curriculum framework as part
of the Primary Years Program (PYP) of the International Baccalaureate
Organisation (IBO). Student portfolios provide detailed snapshots
of children’s learning to ensure that parents share in their
child’s learning journey.
Eight learning areas
have been incorporated into a thematic approach to learning in which
the children are able to explore, discover, solve problems and be
challenged through these meaningful experiences. These learning
areas are Mathematics, English, Christian studies, Society and the
Environment, Science and Technology, Health and Physical Education
and The Arts (drama and music).
A Typical Session
We provide two sessions
each day. The morning sessions is from 8.30-11.30am and the afternoon
session is from 12 noon to 3pm. Lunch-time care is offered between
11.30am and 12 noon for those children staying for the full day.
| Upon arrival |
Children freely choose from a variety of activities
based on current unit of inquiry. |
| Small group time |
During this time children work on teacher directed activities
based on the learning needs and interests of the children. |
| Snack Time |
A healthy snack followed by outdoor/indoor play involving
a high level of physical activity. |
| Whole group time |
The whole group join together for games, singing, rhymes,
shared reading using Big books and newstime. |
| School Involvement |
This might involve a visit to the school library or play time
in school sandpit, computing time with a school buddy. |
| Pre-dismissal |
Children pack up, and listen to a story. |
Involvement with the school
Children enjoy visiting
and using the school facilities. These activities include visiting
the school Resource Centre each week where they will get to know
the staff, become familiar with the Centre and have the opportunity
to borrow a book.
They also visit the Reception
classrooms. This involvement with the school is designed to gradually
develop the children’s confidence in the school space, and
prepare them for transition to school.
Uniform
The uniform is smart,
casual, wash and wear, based on the school’s sports uniform.
All uniform items incorporate the logo.
The summer uniform is junior navy blue
shorts and a short-sleeved polo top with a collar and hat.
The winter uniform is a junior navy blue tracksuit, a short sleeved
polo top with collar and a hat.
Out of School Hours Care
Parents who require child-care
between 3.00pm and 6.00pm may wish to enroll in the ELC Post
Session Care (3.00pm - 4.30pm) and St Peters Lutheran School Out
of School Hours Programme (SPLOSHC)
(4.30pm - 6.00pm).
The programme is unstructured, informal
and recreational – an opportunity for children to relax after
a busy learning session.
Fees
Accounts are sent out fortnightly.
A one time enrolment fee is also payable at the time of enrolment.
Children continuing on to Reception at St Peters Lutheran School
will not be required to pay any further enrolment fees.
To pay ELC fees using
a credit card click on the following link http://donation.lca.org.au
choose "Schools" and follow the prompts.
Child Care Benefits
St Peters Lutheran School
ELC is an approved service to apply Child Care Benefits
Toileting
To be enrolled at St Peters Lutheran School Early Learning Centre
a child must be fully toilet trained. Any special medical needs
that make this requirement difficult to achieve must be indicated
at the time of applying for a position. Full consideration will
then be given to the special needs of the child and whether the
Early Learning Centre can appropriately meet those needs.
Parental Involvement
Parents are encouraged to be involved in the learning programme
at the Early Learning Centre. This may vary from taking small group
art/craft activities to a range of other behind the scene preparation. |
