Who We Are…
Our team of educators are not only passionate about early childhood learning and development, but also want to support your family in any way we can. We love our community and want to see you living your best life.
While most of our time and focus will be spent with your children, we are also available to you and would love the privilege of serving your family however you may need, through our affiliation with C3 Church Hepburn Heights.
The educators at LIFEkids Kindy Play are friendly, supportive and encouraging. We work very closely together, collaborating and communicating openly about all aspects of the program to enhance our effectiveness as educators and as a team. We focus on intentional teaching, being deliberate, purposeful and thoughtful in our decisions and actions in accordance with the Early Years Learning Framework.
Our Mission…
To demonstrate God’s love and His good purpose for every child
and family through care, wonder and play-based learning.
LIFEkids Kindy Play, is a child care service, creating a safe, warm and welcoming environment where children experience a range of play-based and structured experiences that will ready them for school.
We are open Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm.
Closed: Public Holidays and over the Christmas/ New Year period.
We accept children from 3-5 years and may accept children from 2.5 years on request. Please enquire for more details.
We are staffed by passionate, qualified educators who consistently demonstrate genuine care and commitment for all children attending our centre.
Our Philosophy…
At LIFEkids Kindy Play, we believe children learn best through play; children develop vital physical, cognitive, social, and emotional skills, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and self-awareness.
Our program aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), promoting a holistic, play-based approach that addresses children’s diverse needs. Our nurturing staff focus on enhancing self-confidence and well-being through positive reinforcement and Christ-like values.
We recognize the importance of collaboration among children, educators, families, and the community, fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates cultural and linguistic diversity. We encourage families to share their experiences and faith journeys, enriching our centre's community and reinforcing our shared values.
Adopting a child-centred approach, we cater to individual learning styles through multisensory experiences, promoting a lifelong love of learning. We comply with the Education and Care Services National Law and the National Quality Framework, continuously improving our program.
Affiliated with C3 Church Hepburn Heights, our values reflect the belief that all individuals are equal and cherished by God. Our programming includes age-appropriate prayers and bible stories. We are committed to creating a welcoming community that embodies Christ’s love and strives to make a positive difference in the world.(www.c3hh.com.au)
Program and Learning…
What we strive for...
Our program is based on the Early Years Learning Framework. We provide a range of learning experiences that promote the growth and development of young children.
Social/Emotional: healthy and confident separation from primary caregiver; appropriate expression of feelings and developing self regulation skills (Zones of Regulation); working co-operatively with others; participating in class activities.
Self-Awareness: identify main body parts and facial features; awareness of and confidence in own abilities; developing independence; acceptance of self and other children’s differences.
Physical Health: understanding the importance of healthy eating, physical exercise, good hygiene practices and effective sun protection.
Natural Environment: caring for the world around us; class fish tank; gardening; sustainable practices.
Language & Literacy: confidence in speaking; building their oral language and vocabulary, development of questioning, listening and following instructions, developing their phonemic awareness, initial recognition and beginning formation of letters in own name; pre-reading skills, listening to stories, retelling stories and developing a love for reading.
Music and Movement: enjoyment of and willingness to participate in a range of music activities including singing, playing and moving to music; expression through music and movement experiences.
Fine Motor: development of fine muscle control through hand eye coordination, peg games, threading, puzzles, drawing and cutting.
Gross Motor: development of large muscle control through climbing, running, jumping, throwing, catching, balancing, pedalling and ball skills.
Mathematical Concepts: classification and sorting of objects into groups, counting principles and number knowledge to 10, informal measurement, exploration of shapes, and development of vocabulary related to maths concepts i.e. empty, full, taller.