Sparrow Early Learning Murrumbeena Centre overview
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(03) 9126 0573Sparrow Early Learning Murrumbeena offers early education and care for children aged 3 months to 5 years. By limiting the number of children in each room, we ensure that each child receives maximum care and is offered the best opportunities for their development. We are committed to providing a safe, happy and stimulating environment for every child that attends our service. We celebrate each child as unique and our dedicated educators focus programming on meeting the individual needs and interests of each child.
Inspired by Reggio Emilia philosophy and guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, educational programs are play-based with a strong emphasis on nature and outdoor learning experiences. Our lovely shaded outdoor spaces foster a connection with nature, offering countless opportunities for imaginative play, collaboration and learning. Children delight in the unstructured green spaces and shady areas, engaging with peers, educators and natural elements.
Indoor learning spaces feel like home and are filled with materials and resources that come straight from nature and everyday life. Our experienced educators design age-appropriate activities and resources to meet each developmental stage, catering to infants, toddlers and kindergarten children.
Our kindergarten program is managed and delivered by a Masters Qualified Kindergarten teacher and our team of early childhood educators is carefully selected to ensure they have the appropriate qualifications and experience. An integrated school readiness program ensures our children are adequately prepared for a smooth transition to school.
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Meet the team
Meet the team
Meet Kamal - Service Manager at Sparrow Early Learning, Murrumbeena
“My Name is Kamal Aulakh and I am a service manager at Sparrow Early Learning Murummbeena.
I have chosen to work within the early childcare sector to improve my skills and knowledge as an Educator and to have the opportunity to positively influence children in the early stages of life.
As a Reggio Emilia influenced Service, our children learn through play and at Sparrow Early Learning Murrumbeena we always provide opportunities for the children to explore, discover, create, and imagine. I strongly believe that all children need is the assurance of being supported and cared for while they are engaging in an educational environment. To continually develop my skills, I am working toward a graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Teaching. Exploring different methods and principles of teaching young children is my passion.
We focus strongly on engaging with our local community and ensuring children develop a strong connection to their community. The children at Sparrow Early Learning Murrumbeena have weekly excursions to the grocers and parks as well as walks within the community, so they can enjoy the fresh air and gather natural resources to use within their own play."
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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21 Crosbie RoadMurrumbeena, VIC, 3163
Centre Reviews
Thank You Sparrow Team I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated team at Sparrow for providing such exceptional care to... Read more
Great childcare! My daughter loves going there every Tuesday. The staff are very accommodating :)
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Thank you for your kind words, Sukhjeet! We take great pride in providing the highest quality of care and attention to the children in our centre. We strive to ensure that each child feels welcomed, nurtured, and supported as they embark on their learning journey with us. We are humbled by your positive feedback and thankful that we have been able to exceed your expectations. Thank you again for your kind words and recommending us to other parents!