Happy Birthday to Us!
On the 4th July we turn 6 years old! The six years has flown by, we have grown and evolved, met challenges, cried tears of joy and sadness. We are happy to have shared the past six years with so many wonderful children and their families-thank you for allowing us to be part of your child’s life-we are truly honoured.
NAIDOC Week Celebrations
This year we will be holding NAIDOC (National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee) Week celebrations every day from the 4th-9th July. Learning experiences will include stories, music, art and discussions.
Say Cheese
Our school photos this year will be taken on 30th and 31st August. We will be using the same photographer as last year. We will have more information closer to the date.
Joel Howlett Magic Show
On 5th August Joel Howlett will be at the centre to perform his magic show-if your child does not attend on this day please bring them along. We are providing this experience at no cost to families. We will have more information closer to the date.
Information Night: School Readiness
On Wednesday 20th July we are holding an information night. Staff from Rathmines Public School will be our guest speakers to discuss the topic of school readiness., including “Best Start”. Even if your child is not starting school in 2012, this night will provide information on the skills they will need to develop next year so they are ready for school in 2013. Don’t forget that our School Readiness Programme actually begins in the Lake Room, with the development of social skills and independence The night will start at 6:30pm, and refreshments will be provided. More information is attached, including an RSVP
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS WILL BE HELD AT RATHMINES PRESCHOOL
Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Framework
From the 1st January 2012 we will be governed by new national regulations and quality assurance system. Over the coming months you will notice changes to the way we document our programmes, learning experiences and children’s participation. We will continue to provide educational activities based on the needs and interests of the children. We welcome any feedback, suggestions and ideas regarding this. It is important to note that as these new regulations and frameworks are still in draft form, this will be an ongoing process, and staff will continue to undergo training and attend network meetings.
We would like to say a big thank you to those families who ring us when their child is going being to be away. Please be aware that families are required to notify us by 9a.m on any day that their child is going to be absent. Repeated absences without notification will result in a child’s place at the centre being forfeited.
A “Failure to Notify of Absence Fee” of $5 will be charged for each day a child is absent without notice
Sharing Information
Sharing information with families is an essential part of our everyday operations, and we understand that families like to talk to staff at the time they are dropping off or collecting their child. It is essential to remember that if a member of staff is conducting a group time, interacting with the children or helping children in any way that this is our priority. During these times another member of staff is available to talk, or leave a message with. If there is something you wish to discuss with staff in detail, a time will be organised when staff are able to talk without disrupting the group or our supervision/interactions. We understand that sometimes families need to drop off or collect their child during our rest time/relaxation or group times.. This is fine, but it is essential that this is done as quickly and quietly as possible in order to minimise any disruption to the group.
Thankyou Sharon, Brett, Nicole, Tara, Kasey and Anneke