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Special Wyndham Early Learning Grand Opening Wrap-Around
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 21, 2016
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AN INVITING ENVIRONMENT… From left (back), Wyndham Early Learning outdoor environment coordinator, Judy McIntyre, early childhood teacher, Skye Kerr, business owner, Chris Brewer, centre manager, Emily Thorp and food technician, Liarna Rosevear. (Front), educational leader, Tina Kennedy, business owner, Kathy Beer and health and nutrition coordinator, Sarah Freer. Photo: Emma Hillier.
Vibrant new early learning centre’s grand opening Wyndham Early Learning taking enrolments now
WYNDHAM Early Learning (WEL) is a bustle of activity as last minute preparations are made to open their doors to children and families. WEL is a 120 place child care centre catering to children from birth to school age between the hours of 6am to 6pm,
Monday to Friday. As the building takes its first breaths, qualified staff are eager to further support this beautiful play setting with routines and procedures that maintain staff philosophies. Continued on page 5 of special wrap-around
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Specialist programs for children T HE curriculum at Wyndham Early Learning (WEL) is play based and in line with the Early Years Learning Framework and current theories of learning. As well as offering individual learning programs, WEL will also offer specialist programs across all the age groups including Environment & Sustainability, Children’s Health & Wellbeing, Dance, Movement & Music, Literacy & Numeracy and IT Education with the use of interactive whiteboards and iPads. With a specialised outdoor educator on board, children will not only be encouraged to extend themselves physically, but will learn about their environment including fruit and vegetable growth along with managing a hen house. Also, within the centre is a purpose built kitchen and dining area for older children to enjoy cooking and food preparation experiences.
WEL business owner, Kathy Beer said, “We already have a number of experienced staff on board who are eagerly awaiting the centre’s opening. “From an educational leaders and outdoor education coordinator, to health and nutrition coordinator, food and safety coordinator, support staff and educators with a bachelor of education – early childhood, WEL will be able to offer children with a high quality educational experience. “We a re st i l l i n t he pro cess of employing staff for specialist programs and are currently hoping to attract and IT co-ordinator.” To talk to Kathy di rec tly about employment opportunities at Wyndham Early Learning, contact her directly on 0 407 779 616 or email her at wyndhamearlylearning3630@gmail.com
Kathy Beer & Chris Brewer Business Owners
Kathy has owned and managed child care centres for over 15 years and has always provided outstanding service to families. Now, together with Chris, they will continue this exceptional service and provide an amazing workplace for their educators. Kathy will play a very hands-on role in the running of the centre, while behind the scenes Chris will maintain the centre and will continue his full time role as a City of Greater Shepparton works officer.
Sarah Freer
Skye Kerr
As a mum of three, Sarah has a keen interest in children’s health and nutrition, studying early nutrition, from birth to adolescence while on maternity leave. Sarah will bring this knowledge to our curriculum working across the centre with all age groups.
Skye has amazingly completed her Bachelor in Early Childhood Teaching during periods of maternity leave. She now has three young children of her own and is excited to deliver an imaginative and highly educational kindergarten program for 2017.
Health and Nutrition Coordinator
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Kindergarten Teacher
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Emily Thorp
Liarna Rosevear
Emily has worked on and off with Kathy for 12 years. During this time, Emily has gathered a deep knowledge and understanding of the industry, from management roles in various centres. She now brings this knowledge to Wyndham Early Learning centre and will ensure all of the centre’s family’s needs are met with the highest quality of education and care for their children.
Liarna joins the team after extensive training in the food industry. She will be developing healthy, diverse menus for the children, while catering to dietary requirements will be responsible for all food safety requirements. A mum herself, Liarna understands the importance that nutrition plays in the children’s development.
Centre Manager
Tina Kennedy Educational Leader
Emily had the pleasure of working with Tina in the past and even then, Tina was years ahead of the industry in terms of quality of care and the educational programs she delivered to the children. Tina temporarily left the industry to have two beautiful children of her own. Tina will now bring that passion and attention to detail to the centre in her role as educational leader. She will guide and mentor all educators to provide this same standard of care.
Food Technician
Judy McIntyre
Outdoor Education Coordinator Judy loves everything outdoors and as a grandmother, loves sharing these experiences with children. Judy will bring her passion to the centre, working with all age groups across the centre. With the support of all centre staff, she will teach children gardening, growing fruit and vegetables, animal care, sustainability and caring for our planet.
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Enrol now to give your child the best start in life BEING sure that your child gets the best start in life is perhaps a parent’s main objective and one of the most important ways of ensuring they do, is to give them the chance at the best education. With the end of the year fast approaching,
there is no better time to lock in your child’s kindergarten education for 2017, or organise their long day care and occasional care for the rest of 2016. Shepparton’s newest early childhood education centre, Wyndham Early Learning (WEL), is just weeks away from opening, so why not give their friendly staff a call to save a space for your child now. WEL business owner, Kathy Beer said, “We have 120 spaces available in the centre and in the coming weeks we will be running an enrolment program. “Parents will get the chance to see what we have to offer for themselves when we open for inspection from Monday, September 26 between 10:30am to 5pm. We will then be open each weekday for inspection. “We will also be offering a special 10
percent discount on fees for the first six months for enrolments made with a friend during September and October. “Parents should take full advantage of this special offer to ensure they don’t miss out on securing their child’s spot at our wonderful centre.” Wyndham Early Learning can be found at 617 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. For enrolment details, call and leave a voice message on 0407 779 616, text or email wyndhamearlylearning3630@gmail.com SAVE IF YOU ENROL NOW… Wyndham Early Learning business owner, Kathy Beer is inviting parents to contact her to enrol their children into care for the rest of the year, or to get in early to ensure a space for the 2017 Kindergarten year. Photo: Emma Hillier.
The benefits of quality childcare HOW would one define ‘quality childcare?’ Quality childcare is welcoming, nurturing and provides a range of age and stage appropriate activities in an environment that fosters learning. A s a f e a nd nu r t u r i n g c h i ld c a r e environment can provide an immensely powerful start for young children and support for families. The notion of good, quality care and education cannot be separated. Young children learn through play and learn best when they are encouraged to explore within the parameters of a safe environment. Wyndham Early Learning business owner, Kathy Beer said, “Children need to feel safe and supported. They need to feel that they are cared for and to have their individual needs supported, whether that be their need for a cuddle, a sleep or to make their mark with lots of paint.” Parents and families as a whole, benefit when they have quality care support in place so that they can leave their children while
FOSTERING LEARNING… From left, Lucas, 2, Jorja, 9 months, Wyndham Early Learning early childhood educator, Skye Kerr and centre manager, Emily Thorp. Photo: Emma Hillier.
they attend to other commitments. Parents sometimes experience a sense of guilt when leaving children in care, but quality childcare is a real advantage to families. Knowing that children are well cared for and are in a safe and stimulating environment offers parents reassurance and allows them increased opportunities to work, attend appointments or to have time to themselves.
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Another advantage to parents is that they will be supported in caring for their child. Having qualified carers’ advice on hand to help with children’s development is a wonderful support. Also, within the childcare setting, children experience social interaction as they play alongside other children, forming bonds and friendships that will often take them into the future.
Grand Opening Feature LEFT: EDUCATION AND PLAY… Wyndham Early Learning centre manager, Emily Thorp and Lucas, 2. Photos: Emma Hillier. BELOW: AN ENJOYABLE TIME… Aivah Villani, 4 enjoying her time at the new Wyndham Early Learning.
Vibrant new early learning centre’s grand opening Wyndham Early Learning taking enrolments now continued from front page WEL centre manager, Emily Thorpe said, “Our philosophy is based on a family centred approach to our education and care program. It is important that we provide opportunities for meaningful daily interactions and experiences that not only delight children, but also help encourage children and families to feel that within the centre, they are a part of a community. WEL business owner, Kathy Beer said, “This is an amazing place for children and educators to be a part of. We aim to provide an inviting environment in which children and staff feel comfortable, relaxed and happy to enjoy each day.” Incorporating six dedicated children’s rooms, it is no accident that this centre stands out immediately as a bright,
fresh and cheerful space. The building has been purpose designed to be inviting and to enhance children’s learning opportunities. With an abundance of light and space, it is a thoughtfully designed, interactive environment that brings the outdoors in and encourages children to learn through their natural exploration. Kathy said, “Everything we do is child focussed, and by that I mean we don’t take shortcuts to make it easier for ourselves. Instead we put the children’s social, emotional and developmental needs first. Our vision is that our centre will provide a safe, stimulating, comforting and nurturing environment for children, families and educators alike.” The team at Wyndham Early Learning will be opening their doors October 3, 2016. Contact Kathy Beer on 0407 779 616 for enrolment information.
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Nurturing spaces for little minds BEING the ‘new kid on the block’ is an exciting thing, especially when you are the newest childcare centre. Wyndham Early Learning has been built with the latest designs, technology and educational spaces in mind to get the very best out of all children under the centre’s care. Each room has been constructed with a focus on indoor/outdoor play, and to complement each room, all children will have fully supervised access to a very large undercover, all weather area.
Nursery 1 Room
For children aged 0-12months The Nursery 1 Room has its own dedicated cot area and its own outdoor play space that provides a lovely, nurturing environment.
Nursery 2 Room
For children aged 1-2 years The Nursery 2 Room has been designed for indoor and outdoor play and opens out onto the internal courtyard. It also has a dedicated sleep space with wooden trundle beds.
Toddler Room For children aged 2-3 years The Toddler Room has also been designed for indoor and outdoor play and offers large open spaces for children to enjoy, to help them get the most out of their day.
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Junior Room
For children aged 3-4 years The Junior Room has large doors that open directly onto the verandah, and with a rear play space it maximises opportunities for indoor and outdoor play.
Pre-kindergarten Room
For children aged 4-5 years The Pre-kindergarten Room offers access to its own dedicated dining room, with dining tables. When it’s meal time, children won’t have to pack up what they are doing as this room provides an opportunity for uninterrupted play.
Kindergarten Room
For children aged 3-6 years The Kindergarten Room also offers access to its own dedicated dining room for uninterrupted play. Perhaps the most important feature is that this room offers a funded kindergarten program with a fully qualified kindergarten teacher and provides a focus on ensuring children are school ready.
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Grand Opening Feature PURPOSE DESIGNED… Roy Roberts Landscaping landscape designer, Roy Roberts helped to design the Wyndham Early Learning landscaping, with every aspect of the design taking a child’s perspective into account. Photo: Emma Hillier.
VISION BROUGHT TO LIFE… Wyndham Early Learning business owner, Kathy Beer’s vision for the centre has been brought to life through designs created by Pop Design Studio. Photo: Emma Hillier.
Envisaging the future A MODER N, energy efficient space but with classical comfort, Wyndham Early Learning (WEL) was designed by Ron Popelier of Pop Design Studios in Shepparton. He has taken WEL business owner, Kathy Beer’s vision and created an outstanding building that is aesthetically pleasing, energy efficient and functional. Another feature of the centre is its 45 place car park accessible from a service road off Wyndham Street, making it a safer off-street option for families. WEL freehold owner and developer, Steven Buzzo said, “Kathy envisaged creating a nurturing and welcoming space for the children. She wanted families and staff to feel at home in the centre and so
we chose to build in weatherboard for that softer and more homely look. “We wanted rooms to have lots of windows allowing plenty of natural light, to be aesthetically pleasing and to create a real flow between indoors and out. “Rain has delayed procedures but overall the building process has been seamless and we are officially opening the centre on October 3, 2016.” Wyndham Early L earning is l o c at e d at 617 Wy n d h a m S t r e e t , Shepparton. For further information about educator employment options or for en rolment information, contact K at hy on 0 4 07 7 79 616 or em a i l wyndhamearlylearning3630@gmail.com
More than just a garden THE garden at Wyndham Early Learning (WEL) is set to be one of the biggest draw cards for children and families who will attend this centre. Designed by landscaping creative, Roy Roberts Landscaping, every aspect of the garden takes into account a child’s perspective. The ‘Tellietubbies-like’ hill over top of a concrete pipe will allow children to experience new height perspectives and they will enjoy natural experiences in physics as they roll down the hill and as their little legs work harder to run up it. They will explore gravity as they roll balls down the hill and enjoy the perspective of looking at life from inside of the tunnel. There are so many learning experiences that come from this one feature, which is only one of many features of the beautiful outdoor play area at WEL. Roy Roberts grew up in England where his father was the head gardener of a stately home known as Knebworth House. Roy has been inspired by his own childhood memories of exploring Knebworth House
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gardens and has an intuitive understanding of the importance of a child’s connection to nature. Roy said, “I believe that a child’s connection to nature and in particular, the earth, is one of the most important experiences in life. I believe that as adults we can do a lot more to encourage children to understand nature.” The WEL outdoor play space has been designed to include a variety of textures, colours and variations in flower shape and foliage types. For further sensory experiences there is a dry riverbed with ability to allow water to flow over an area of the path. There will also be a dedicated vegetable area and an easy care fruit tree so that children learn about where food comes from. There are also plans for a chicken coup in the yard. Rob said, “I’m excited because we have the opportunity to introduce at least 120 children and families in to the wonderful world of living things.”