Sparrow Early Learning Ashgrove
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Sparrow Early Learning Ashgrove Centre overview
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(07) 3524 0601Sparrow Early Learning Ashgrove Centre highlights
- Nutritionally balanced, Chef prepared meals catering for all dietary needs
- Kindy program led by degree qualified Early Childhood Teacher using the QLD Government Kindergarten Guidelines
- State of the art learning studios and spacious outdoor environments
Located in the heart of Ashgrove, our beautiful service is set on the top level of Highpoint Plaza and provides exceptional early education and care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Indoor learning spaces are spacious and bright, with huge windows offering an abundance of natural light, picturesque city views and a connection with nature.
Inspired by Reggio Emilia philosophy, our educators provide a holistic, play-based curriculum with a strong emphasis on natural elements and outdoor learning experiences. We celebrate each child as unique and focus our programming on meeting the individual needs and interests of each child in our care, in partnership with families.
Indoor learning spaces feel just like home and are filled with age-appropriate materials and resources that come straight from nature and everyday life. Activities are largely open-ended to allow children to follow their interests, use their imagination and stimulate social interactions with their peers and educators.
Designed to inspire a love of nature, our outdoor spaces provide limitless opportunities for imaginative and collaborative play. Children have a variety of playscapes to explore under the protection of large shade sails. A bike track weaves its way around garden beds, hills, open green spaces and a huge wooden playground complete with tunnel slide, bridge and rock climbing wall and nets! Sandpit areas are complemented by an incredible water play zone for splashing and experimenting and our stunning Sparrow Tree is a much loved feature.
Our kindergarten program is led by a qualified and experienced Early Childhood Teacher. Using the QLD Government Kindergarten Guidelines ensures children are supported to develop the language, literacy, numeracy and social skills required for a smooth transition to school.
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Get to know us
Meet the team
Meet the team
Hello wonderful people!
My name is Trudy, and I am the Service Manager, and Nominated Supervisor here at Sparrow Early Learning Ashgrove.
I moved from Adelaide on my own nearly 8 years ago, and met my now Husband, who convinced me to stay in Brisbane. I thoroughly adore gardening and finding new ways to be as sustainably minded as possible throughout our daily lives.
I have been working in the Early Years Education Sector for nearly 12 years now, and absolutely love it. I began as a casual many years ago but fell in love as soon as I understood the amazing impact we can have on the younger generation.
I worked my way through the many roles and found myself enjoying supporting my peers in their work to encourage, teach and care for the children in their care. Stepping into leadership positions has really sparked my passion, and I thoroughly enjoy being able to support both educators and families regarding the children in their care.
The first five years are crucial when it comes to creating a love of learning, which is something Sparrow, and myself hold dear to our hearts. To create a love of learning, however, children and adults both need to feel seen, empowered, and have trust in the space they are in. This is something I hold most dear, and so I hope to create a caring, fun loving and safe environment for all our families that choose to join us at Ashgrove.
I am very excited to take on the Ashgrove Centre and help it blossom to its true potential, to create connections within the community, and create a space filled with love and learning.
Please don’t hesitate to get in contact, I look forward to meeting you!
About the curriculum
About the curriculum
“The Sparrow Way combines proven international early learning methods to create a unique and purposefully contemporary practice designed for today’s society. Guided by the principles of Reggio Emilia childcare and underpinned by The Early Years Framework for Australia, we embrace children’s inherent abilities to learn and develop, creating an environment for them to find solutions through exploration, discovery and invention, marveling in everything around them. The Sparrow Way is our method of working with children based on these beliefs and principles.”
- The Sparrow Early Education Team
The Sparrow curriculum is thoughtfully planned by our educators and shaped by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). Being guided by the EYLF and National Quality Standards (NQS) ensures we offer high quality learning programs that are responsive to children’s ideas, interests, strengths and abilities.
Programs are play-based, child-driven and inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach with a strong emphasis on nature and outdoor learning experiences. Educators carefully design environments that stimulate curiosity and provide opportunities for hands-on learning experiences that are reflective of real life.
Play is viewed as a powerful tool for children to explore, discover and make meaning of the world around them. Activities are largely open-ended, providing a wide variety of natural resources and materials which stimulate imagination and foster creativity, problem-solving and meaningful interactions with friends and educators.
Children are encouraged to express themselves through various mediums, such as art, music and dramatic play, allowing them to develop a deep sense of autonomy, confidence and joy in their learning journey.
Parent communication and involvement
Parent communication and involvement
The Sparrow team values the role of families as children’s most important teachers and our educators foster positive and collaborative relationships with families. Parents are encouraged to contribute their ideas for programming, learning activities and the overall operation of the service.
Our inclusive open-door policy welcomes parents to visit our service, engage in discussions with educators and participate in children's learning. Our educators maintain open and continuous communication with families, ensuring a strong connection between the children's home learning environment and their educational experiences at the centre. During pick-up and drop-off times, educators are readily available to engage with families and gladly share insights into the children's progress, well-being and participation.
The use of the Storypark communication app provides daily updates, photos, and videos, fostering regular connections between educators and families. Parents also receive frequent communication through emails, newsletters, displays, notices, information evenings, special events, and Facebook.
Kindergarten/Preschool Programs
Kindergarten/Preschool Programs
- Planned and delivered by qualified Early Childhood Teachers
- Government Accredited
- School Readiness focus
- Transition to School program including school visits & transition reports
Sparrow Early Learning centres provide high quality kindergarten/preschool programs led by qualified Early Childhood Teachers. While the curriculum remains play-based, these programs follow a more structured approach to teaching and learning experiences to prepare children for transitioning into a primary school environment. There is a careful balance maintained between child-led and teacher-led learning activities.
Our Early Childhood Teachers cater to the individual needs of each child and in collaboration with parents, ensure that children are adequately equipped with the skills and experience required for a smooth transition to “big school”. Ongoing assessment of children’s progress and development is carefully documented and communicated with families and transition statements can be shared with future schools to facilitate a smooth transition to school.
Attending kindergarten/preschool at their familiar Sparrow Early Learning centre makes the transition from the long day care setting less intimidating and children can continue their early learning journey in a safe and familiar environment, surrounded by friends and familiar educators. It also means families can enjoy the flexibility of extended care hours and continued care during school holiday periods. All meals and snacks are provided, adding to the convenience for busy families.
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240 Waterworks RdAshgrove, QLD, 4060
Centre Reviews
Very nice facility. Unfortunately we didn't have a great experience. Our child soon felt nervous to attend on 1 of the 2 days... Read more
Our family love Sparrows Ashgrove and have nothing but good things to say. Trudy, Lauren and the director, and all the educators are absolutely wonderful... Read more
Thank you, Sally, for your wonderful review for the team at Sparrow Early Learning Ashgrove! Our team are truly passionate about the work they do and strive to provide a safe and nurturing environment at all times. Our amazing freshly prepared meals are a definite highlight! We are so pleased you chose to be part of the Sparrow community and are happy to hear you are enjoying your time with us.
Sparrow is fantastic. We recently moved to Brissy and enrolled our son into a few centres in the local area to test them out. Sparrow... Read more
Thank you so much for the positive review, Matthew! We here at Sparrow Early Learning Ashgrove are over the moon to hear that your son loves attending our centre and that you are happy with the team. We take a lot of pride in creating an environment where both children and parents feel welcome and comfortable. On behalf of the team, thank you for entrusting us to care for your son and giving us the opportunity to help him grow. We truly appreciate your kind words.