ABOUT US
Hand in Hand we Play, Learn and Grow, Together
Location
50 Nightingale Dr, Lawnton, QLD 4501
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About Lawnton
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Our Program
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Our Philosophy
We believe that prior to starting school (the Kindy year), it is an important time for establishing the foundations for a love of learning that will last a lifetime. We believe that it is important for children to develop a strong sense of self worth, a positive self-image, feel valued and have a sense of belonging. Learning is meant to be fun and play is the fundamental medium for children’s learning. Children are active learners and are intrinsically motivated to learn. They have the ability to reach their own potential. We believe that children’s learning is best promoted in an environment of partnerships – between child, teachers, parents and the wider community.
Centre Goals
To foster the development in each child of a love of learning
To provide an enriched and stimulating environment to meet the needs of the whole child, including the physical, emotional, social, cognitive and creative self
Our Center
Lawnton Kindy is a two unit, purpose-built centre that has been designed to cater to the developmental and educational needs of children in the kindergarten age group. The most recent addition to the centre is a superb new family welcoming area, thanks to a Renovation and Refurbishment grant from the Queensland Office for Early Childhood Education and Care.
Outside Space
Our centre boasts a spacious and engaging, natural outdoor play space, with an emphasis on the natural environment and sustainability. Play equipment is highly customisable, allowing it to be changed to suit the program, and keep children engaged. There is a generous sand pit area, and separate dirt pit with a manual water pump. Raised vegetable gardens sit outside each unit, and composting and worm farms help teach children about recycling.
There is an outdoor stage area for dramatic play, and bike track complete with scooters and trikes! Softfall is underfoot around the main play equipment and swings, with large, naturally grassed areas between the different play areas, just great for running! Shady trees and sails complete the outdoor space, which is, of course, fully enclosed and secured.
Indoor Space
Each unit has a spacious and shaded pergola which bridges the outdoor and indoor spaces. Inside, each room is organised into different areas, which include our well resourced home corners, quiet reading areas, multi-purpose tables and chairs, and carpet area.
Each area might have different uses throughout the day. For example, the tables and chairs may be used for morning tea, then set up for craft activities and games. The carpet area is the main teacher directed learning space, but is also a fantastic place to build with blocks!
Both units have smart boards, and are fully air conditioned.