Safe, rich, warm and natural environments where young children can enjoy interacting with each other and make sense of their world in their own time.
Children grow each day with a sense of confidence, wondering and taking risks to make meaning about the world around them. It is with this vision we designed and built our preschools.
Weybourne and Trace Manes are uniquely advantaged by their locations within the wider Lawrence Park and the Leaside area. Children have opportunities to visit the library, explore on the Discovery Walk, or stroll and explore the nearby parks and ravines.
A Reggio-inspired curriculum builds from the natural curiosities of children. Sometimes it will emerge from the children’s interests or may also be sparked by the teacher strategically putting out a provocation to see how the children respond or by posing inquiry-based questions that deepen learning and understanding. Teachers may also create a curiosity by reading rich literature, taking advantage of real life experiences outside and within the community, and by deeply listening and responding to the thoughts and ideas of children.
Our team of fully-qualified educators actively observe and listens to each child so we can meet their unique needs. The arts is a key role and are integrated into daily activities to maximize children’s development. Children will regularly spend time with their teacher and frequently participate in dance, drama, music, movement instruction and play; all part of the many different ways children can collaborate.
Children will engage in in-depth studies that develop out of their ideas, questions, and interests. Projects may last for short or extended periods of time and may involve individuals, small groups or the whole class. Educators choose what materials to use to support their explorations and how to research, share and re-represent their learnings. Projects involve collaboration which supports the development of cognitive, communication and social skills. Children are also encouraged to negotiate, discuss, critique, compare and problem solve during project work, all important aspects of the child’s ability to self-regulate behaviour.
Larissa
Supervisor Registered Early Childhood Educator R.E.C.E
Responsible for program planning, working with staff, families, and administrative responsibilities. Provides leadership in keeping with the Reggio philosophy and HDLH. Ensures that the planning/delivery of program is developmentally appropriate curriculum for all children.
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Larissa
Supervisor Registered Early Childhood Educator R.E.C.E
Responsible for program planning, working with staff, families, and administrative responsibilities. Provides leadership in keeping with the Reggio philosophy and HDLH. Ensures that the planning/delivery of program is developmentally appropriate curriculum for all children.
"Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air."
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
Amy
Registered Early Childhood Educator R.E.C.E
Fosters an environment that is safe, comfortable, and full of 'learnable moments' to promote children's holistic development. Plans and implements age-appropriate activities to help children explore the world through play and nature.
"You always gain by giving love."
-Reese Witherspoon
Miho
Early Childhood Educator
E.C.E
Designs curriculum to address children’s identified needs, stages of development and interests. Plans programs and environments for play and activities that help children make developmental progress.
"A warm smile is the universal language of kindness."
-William Arthur Ward
Licensee
As the child care licensee, Sue ensures that the regulations of the Child Care and Early Years Act are met. Ensures that programs/services meet all legislated requirements, program quality standards, including health and safety.
Building Maintenance
Nick maintains our facilities and ensures that the health and safety requirements for spaces, toys and furniture are continuously monitored.