CASS Gumnut Early Learning Centre - St Leonards

The holistic curriculum at CASS Gumnut Early Learning aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework to help the child grow in all areas of their development. The experienced educators consider each child’s interests and abilities to create engaging learning activities that build on their past experiences.

The educators support the children to discover their sense of self, security and belonging as they learn to connect with and contribute to the world around them. The children leave CASS Gumnut Early Learning as confident learners, with the foundational skills they’ll need to succeed at big school and beyond.

The program at CASS Gumnut Early Learning provides the children to engage in learning opportunities and activities that support their development. The program includes:

• Earling Learning Languages Australia (ELLA): interactive language learning program.
• Early Computer Literacy program: to equip the children with essential digital skills. 
• Little Chefs: hands on cooking skills program.
• Incursions and excursions: to enhance the children’s social, personal and emotional development. 
• Gardening and environmental education: children learn about caring for their natural environment.
• Messy Science: to develop observation and prediction skills.
• Art-Smart: fosters creativity and self-expression.
• Literacy: speaking, listening, reading and writing skills to support language development. 
• Intergenerational program: connects the children with seniors for cross-generational learning experiences.

The team at CASS Gumnut Early Learning, St Leonards brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the centre. The management team are hands on and actively involved in running the service. The passionate educators each bring a unique perspective and the ability to tailor lessons to the needs of each child.