Early childhood is a unique and important time. The provision of opportunities for high quality educational experiences, in a continuous pre-school and early primary program, are vital. The Early Learning Centre at Ballarat Grammar provides this development in a specialist setting. The purpose-built facility creates a safe and challenging environment where pre-school children can play, grow and learn
Curriculum
The excitement and wonder of young children’s lives are central to the Early Learning Centre curriculum. All areas of development are nurtured in the carefully planned program – social and emotional growth - intellectual, language and physical development. Children’s self-confidence, independence and creativity are encouraged through a variety of active, positive and stimulating play experiences
Early literacy and numeracy, and skills of co-operation and exploration are provided for in the curriculum through daily experiences and activities. The Early Learning Centre curriculum is also enhanced by Art, Music, Library and Swimming programs, conducted by Grammar’s specialist staff. Cross-age interaction with primary children, and participation in the special events of the School, enriches the life of pre-school children
Staff
Staff in the Early Learning Centre are experienced and qualified early childhood educators. Mrs. Karen Nijam is the Director of the Early Learning Centre. The other staff include Mrs. Lisa Baker, Miss Kate Duffy, Mrs. Julie Smith, Mrs. Sue Bennett, Mrs. Chris Chapman, Mrs. Jayne Treloar and Mrs Kirsty Beckett. These highly qualified staff are responsible for formulating Early Learning Centre programs and developing warm, sensitive relationships with each child in their care
Program Times
A variety of program lengths and times caters for the different ages and developmental needs of young children and for their family's circumstances
Fees
Fees are payable at the start of each term
Before and After Care
Care is available outside the above program hours for Early Learning Centre and Junior School students. Between the times of 8.15am to 9.00 am and 3.30pm to 6.00 pm, five days a week, children of various ages enjoy participating in a variety of experiences. The opportunity for the completion of homework, physical activity outdoors, dance, games and creative art activities are all available
Further information is available from the Admissions Office - phone 5338 0830
Family Involvement
The bright Centre, with separate outdoor play space and access to the extensive grounds and outstanding facilities of the School, is a place where parents and families are welcome to share the joys of the pre-school years. The value of a mutually supportive relationship between home and the Centre cannot be overstated as children develop confidence and an understanding of themselves in a social context which recognises and respects individual differences
Enrolment Enquiries should be directed to Director of Admissions at Ballarat Grammar. Telephone: 03 5338 0830 or email admissions@bgs.vic.edu.au
