We believe the way a child experiences the world in their early years, influences the way they see and treat it in later life. It’s these insights which guide our educators and informs the learning opportunities we give every child enrolled in our campus.

We believe:

That today’s children will shape tomorrow’s world,

That the best experiences are the greatest lessons,

Children have the world at their feet and the future in their hands,

And that every experience makes a world of difference.

The Oxenford Junior Campus Team

• At Junior Campus Oxenford, we offer a diverse early learning program designed to give children plenty of opportunities to learn, explore and discover their interests. Our program includes dance and sports programs, regular educational incursions and engaging experiences that extend children’s learning beyond the everyday classroom. A key part of our approach is our wonderful outdoor learning program, with seven dedicated outdoor spaces designed to encourage children to connect with nature, build confidence, develop physical skills and enjoy learning through exploration and play. Our educators create a balance of planned experiences and child-led learning, ensuring every child has the opportunity to grow, discover and have fun along the way.
  

Nursery Room: 6 weeks – 12 months

Qualified educators assist with each child’s learning and discovery through interest-based activities, which encourage investigation and exploration. The goal is to  provide stimulation for every child’s physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language skills.

In the Nursery Room, you will see:

• Soft furnishings, such as rugs, to create a homelike environment and comfortable place to enjoy floor time.
• Age-appropriate developmental resources.
• Items of interest at the perfect height for a nursery child, such as mirrors and sensory objects.
• Comfortable feeding chairs.
• Well ventilated nappy change areas with a high level of visibility to aid supervision.
• Dedicated sleep room with comfortable cots, appropriate lighting and windows for a high level of visibility to aid supervision.

Educators at Oxenford Junior Campus ensure that children feel safe, supported and challenged to learn new things and participate in new experiences. The dedicated, diverse group of educators seek to make sure that the environment is inviting, natural, stimulating and engaging, and that it reflects the children’s personalities and interests. Educators forge strong bonds and build relationships with the families at the centre, to ensure that the children feel right at home. Parents can access photos and updates about their child’s day through the centre’s free app.

Educators strive to create a calm, comfortable environment where each child feels safe. The highly trained team of educators are hand-picked to support the children and their learning. Educators value their centre’s connection to the local community, as they understand that sharing the history and culture of the area is a powerful way to give the children a sense of belonging and connection.

Educators want to give children the best possible start on their next steps at school, which is why they focus on the children's social development, confidence and independence at a young age. The high quality program helps children become active in their own learning and sees them evolve into confident, creative and successful learners.

Mealtimes at Junior Campus are an important part of the children’s day and provide valuable opportunities for connection, learning and developing independence. Children enjoy their meals together with their educators, building social skills, practising self-help skills and developing positive mealtime habits in a relaxed and supportive environment. Educators use these opportunities to talk with children about food, nutrition, healthy choices and where our food comes from.

We provide nutritious, chef-designed meals and snacks through Kids Gourmet Foods, with a varied menu prepared specifically for children and conveniently finished and served fresh onsite each day. Children are also given opportunities to be involved in food-related experiences, helping them learn about different foods, healthy eating and nutrition in a hands-on and engaging way.

We believe positive experiences with food from an early age help children develop healthy relationships with eating. All allergies, dietary requirements and intolerances are carefully catered for, with individual needs communicated to our team and considered throughout mealtimes.