Our centre offers the QLD Government-approved ‘Free Kindy’ Program.

At West World of Learning​, your child will benefit from the QLD ‘Free Kindy’ Government-approved program as part of our enhanced learning program. Our Kindergarten program will support your child’s learning, development, and well-being for now, at school and beyond. We tailor our Kindergarten program across:

• Numeracy
• Literacy
• Emotional and Social Development
• Self regulation
• Healthy minds and bodies
  

The added benefits of our Kindergarten program include:

• QLD ‘Free Kindy’ Government-approved program
• Extended opening hours
• Open all year round (excl public holidays)
• Programs developed and delivered by our Early Childhood Teachers
• Exclusive music and movement program for self-regulation

“Let the child be the scriptwriter, director and the actor in their own play” - Magda Gerber

Nursery Space: 6 weeks – 2 years

Learning starts from before birth, and our Educators have created a welcoming and nurturing nursery environment where each baby feels safe to explore and discover new things - through their senses, their communication and cues (body language, facial expression and sounds) and through experimentation. On any given day you can see the nursery children engaging in all types of play including sensory play, music time, story time and more. Every day provides a brand new, exciting adventure for our babies to support their development, learning and wellbeing.

Toddler Space: 2 - 3 years

Our teachers and educators encourage the children to learn through play to help enhance their sensory-motor development. This happens through carefully planned music, dance, games, role playing and reading experiences.

On any given day the Toddlers can be seen developing their numeracy by building a tower, sorting objects, pointing and identifying shapes and patterns and participating in counting songs and games.

Children in our toddler space are encouraged to participate in group play. Group play is important as it helps our toddlers develop important social skills such as, turn-taking, developing self-confidence and emotional self-regulation. Our skilled team helps children through talking, planning and role modelling.

Kindergarten Space: 3 – 6 years

Kindergarten is a unique time for learning with peers and developing skills for later learning including confidence and curiosity, important skills for starting school. Our play-based program has school readiness at its core, encouraging active engagement in learning and supporting a range of positive developmental outcomes including resilience, independence, critical thinking and creativity.

The oral language supports literacy learning and a child’s oral language ability is the best predictor for later success in learning to read and write. Hearing the sounds within a language is the first critical step for all literacy learning. Our team supports our Kindergarten children's literacy development by engaging in rich discussions, reading, storytelling, dramatic play and experimentation all of which introduce new vocabulary as part of everyday conversations.

Throughout the Kindergarten year, children use their language to share ideas, ask questions, express themselves, and connect with peers and adults in social settings.

Social-emotional skills, including the ability to self-regulate emotions, are supported through group learning experiences. Our team supports each child’s social and emotional development by labelling and talking about emotions and supporting appropriate responses as together, they engage in new and challenging situations. Our goal in the Kindergarten year is to prepare children and families for a smooth transition to primary school.

Our centre chef prepares and cooks nutritious meals daily, catering to the unique dietary requirements of every child. We believe that by encouraging active participation (such as growing their own fruit and vegetables, preparing, and finally cooking!) children learn to appreciate and understand the importance of healthy eating across a wide variety of food.

Our centre offers seasonal whole food-based menus – created to delight the fussiest eaters.

Hi, my name is Mandy, and I am the Centre Manager here at Waterford West World of Learning. I am passionate about helping children develop the skills they need for lifelong learning.

I began my career in early childhood education and care in 2006 and joined Waterford West World of Learning in early 2016. I love supporting children as they grow and form lifelong relationships with their families. I am passionate about helping children develop the skills they need for lifelong learning. Understanding that every child learns differently has taught me to be adaptable and innovative in my approach.

Early childhood education centres offer numerous benefits, including the development of social, emotional, and language skills. Children engage in various activities that promote self-help skills, such as hand washing, self-serving, and toileting. Currently, our rooms are focusing on topics like stranger danger, traffic safety, and the life cycle of a caterpillar.

Our dedicated team at Waterford West World of Learning is passionate, hardworking, and committed to providing the best learning environments. Highly trained and attentive, they go above and beyond for children and families, aiming to create a home away from home where everyone feels like part of a big family.

We engage with families daily, offering support, sharing updates, and fostering strong relationships. Daily communications keep families informed about centre activities. We maintain an open-door policy, welcome families at any time, and host special events such as breakfasts, appreciation bag giveaways, BBQs, lunches, and morning teas. We also invite the wider community to celebrate special occasions with us.

Our tours are friendly and informative, aiming to make families and children feel welcome. Our enrolment packs include details about our menus, Xplor Home app, staff, necessary items, and fees. We are always available to assist families with CCS applications and enrolment forms.

I look forward to welcoming you to Waterford West early learning centre.