Platypus 4 Year Old Kindergarten

Platypus Room Planning and Programming

Millville’s four year old program will provide an inclusive, educational program that will challenge, enrich and extend their learning and not only prepare them for school but for life long learning. 

Our  program  is guided by our Centre’s philosophy and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework for Australia (VEYLDF).   All our curriculum decisions are based on these..  The frameworks describe the principles, practices and outcomes essential to support and enhance young children's learning from birth to 8 years of age, their transition to school and the early years at school. 

 

We introduced Bush Kinder in response to research that shows outdoor activities in a natural environment are extremely beneficial to children’s health, wellbeing and development.  This has been implemented into the Kindergarten program with great success.  We access a site nearby via bus and the with the outdoor learning being incredibly varied, ranging from free play, climbing and experimenting to guided walks and more structured sessions.

 

Incursions and Excursions are an important part of our  program. Excursions to the park, local shopping Centre to learn more about the community in which they live, music and drama performances are all part of our program.

 

We use the an online app "Educa" to communicate with families and the children have an online portfolio. The programs are on display in the room and also on Educa.  Families are welcomed and encouraged to contribute to planning, through our family input sheets, emails or adding to their online portfolio.


The frameworks have a strong emphasis on play based learning.  They have been designed for use be early childhood professionals working in partnerships with families, children’s first and most influential educators. 

MILLVILLE CHILD CARE CENTRE PTY. LTD.  (Trading as Millville Children's Centre)

 21-27 Hart Street | Colac, Victoria 3250         Email: [email protected]


Commitment to Child Safety

Millville Children’s Centre is committed to the safety, wellbeing and rights of all children and young people.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are dedicated to providing a safe, respectful and supportive environment where every child feels secure and valued. Our practices align with the Victorian Child Safe Standards and the National Quality Framework, and we take our duty of care and mandatory reporting responsibilities seriously.

 

 

We actively promote inclusive practice and cultural safety for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and children with disability. We listen to children, respect their voices, and support them to understand their right to feel safe.

Acknowledgement of Country

Millville Children’s Centre respectfully acknowledges the Gulidjan people of the Eastern Maar Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we learn and play.

 

We honour the care they have given to this land, waterways and skies for thousands of years and pay our respects to Elders past and present. We recognise the strength, resilience and ongoing cultural connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and are committed to fostering respect and understanding within our community.