The Learning Sanctuary Morningside

As a first-time mum going back to work I was very nervous leaving my child in care. But The Learning Sanctuary Morningside made it so easy!

They have great attention to detail and always make myself and my child’s happiness their top priority. But the best part by far is the staff in the rooms, who are extremely friendly and really care for my daughter.

A. Nicols - Parent

Some of the programs on offer at The Learning Sanctuary include: 

• Yoga program: the educators lead the children in gentle yoga moves to help encourage mindfulness, build their coordination and improve their balance.
• Excursions: the children are taken on trips to the local supermarket and to local parks. For the older children, even more trips are offered, to extend on their learning and build connections in the local community.
• Music & dance program: the centre offers an interactive, educational and fun music program that helps the children develop a love of music and movement.  
• Centre events: the centre welcomes special guests throughout the year to extend on the children’s learning, such as cultural programs, animal experiences and performances.
• Sustainability program: the educators teach the children about recycling, conserving water, growing food and looking after the planet.
• Cooking classes: the educators enjoy teaching the children how to prepare age appropriate meals and snacks, which encourages little ones to try new things and develop a love of healthy food.
• Sports program: this program is designed to encourage activity and movement, while also building the children’s motor skills.

The passionate group of educators at The Learning Sanctuary Morningside believe that the best way for children to learn and develop is to play, play, play! They’re dedicated to providing space to play, no matter the weather.

With this in mind, the educators seek to provide an experience that will inspire a love of learning that the children will keep as they progress with formal schooling. Educators pride themselves on their low turnover, offering continuity of care for the children. With a diverse group of multicultural educators, children feel at home in their care.

Communication is key for the educators, which is why they ensure that parents always feel heard, can offer feedback, and can help tailor their child’s experience based on their interests. The centre has an open door policy, meaning that parents are free to drop into the centre at any time.

Technology plays a role in the children’s learning, with interactive whiteboards, and fun computer programs to help children learn. Parents can access photos and updates about their child’s day through the centre’s free app, Xplor Home.

There’s more to early learning than simply care - the early years are fundamental to a child’s emotional, cognitive and social development. Research suggests that a quality early childhood education sets a child up for success throughout their school years and even later in life. That is why we are focused on providing our families with quality programs to support children’s learning and development from birth right through to school age.

Our children and our families are at the heart of our service. Our commitment to you and your child is that we take the time to invest in our centres and our people, so that they can best support your child, nurture them, empower them and help them to grow. We know that doing this goes a long way to ensuring that the children in our care can flourish.

Kate Young, Centre Manager, The Learning Sanctuary Morningside

At The Learning Sanctuary Morningside, the team believe that little minds flourish when their tummies are nourished. The centre’s qualified chef has carefully crafted seasonal menus to cultivate a modern approach to healthy eating and well being.

All of the meals and snacks are provided for the children by the centre’s in-house chef. Food is used as a way to teach the children about the benefits of healthy eating. Children eat together and learn how to serve each other, pack away, and eat a variety of healthy foods.

Children are taught about the benefits of growing their own food by helping out with the centre’s own vegetable garden. The older children also enjoy their cooking classes with the centre chef, where they can learn in a hands-on way.

For lunches, the children enjoy meals such as beef casserole, veggie bolognese, or chicken and veggie pasta. For snacks, they are offered fruit and vegetable platters, homemade pizza scrolls, crackers and dip, homemade muffins and banana bread, to name a few options! The children also enjoy toast and cereal for breakfast.