Peppercorn Early Learning Centre

My daughters have been at Peppercorn for the last 3 years. It is a caring, safe and stimulating environment full of happy kids and consistent staff. Can highly recommend it!

Amanda, parent 

My daughter has attended Peppercorn for 3 years and I’ve found the service to be exceptional. The staff are supportive and very professional.

Anthony, parent 

My daughter absolutely loves going to Peppercorn. The centre has such a lovely family and caring vibe.

Vanessa, parent

Some of the programs on offer at Peppercorn Early Learning Centre include: 

• Incursions: special guests come into the centre to share experiences, such as Aboriginal Elders who may visit the centre for storytime with the children.
• Excursions: the children take outings to build their sense of community, to places such as local aged care facilities, local primary schools, parks and shops.
• Music and movement programs: designed to help develop fundamental skills, and to develop an understanding of music. 
• 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.
• Sustainability program: the educators teach the children about recycling, conserving water, growing food and looking after the planet.

Educators at Peppercorm Early Learning Centre ensure that children feel safe, supported and challenged to learn new things and participate in new experiences. The educators seek to make sure that the environment is inviting, natural, stimulating and engaging, and that it reflects the children’s personalities and interests. 

Technology plays a role in the children’s learning, with interactive whiteboards and computers to access various educational programs. 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. The centre is well resourced and each area is specifically designed with young learners in mind. 

Educators value their centre’s connection to the local community. Links with the local schools and aged care facilities, as well as many fundraisers, gives the children a sense of belonging in their area.

All of the seasonal meals and snacks are provided for the children by the centre’s in-house chef, following the guidelines of Nutrition Australia.

The centre believe they can help to give children their best start in life by providing healthy, nutritious meals daily. Food is used as a way to teach the children about the benefits of healthy eating.

Children who attend a full day at the centre will be offered at least 50 per cent of their recommended daily dietary intake. Children are taught about the benefits of growing your own food by helping out with the centre’s own vegetable garden. Additional produce is all sourced locally.