Umina Child Care Centre 10 Australia Avenue, Umina Beach, New South Wales 2257

Welcome to Umina Child Care Centre, a respected establishment located at 10 Australia Avenue in Umina Beach, Australia. Our center is more than just a child care facility - it is a learning environment that helps shape the community, region, and future.

At Umina Child Care Centre, we believe that all children are capable learners deserving of respect and support. We understand that play is an invaluable medium for learning, and our educators engage in intentional, deliberate, and thoughtful teaching that is responsive to the needs and interests of each child.

Our indoor and outdoor learning environments are designed to stimulate and engage children in discovery, exploration, imagination, problem-solving, investigation, and communication. We strive to create inviting and flexible physical spaces that promote engaged learning and foster an appreciation for the natural world.

We place a strong emphasis on establishing and maintaining respectful relationships with children, families, and communities. We recognize the importance of these relationships in children's learning and development. We also value and respect the diverse cultures that make up our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Conveniently located on a quiet street and close to public transport, Umina Child Care Centre offers engaging learning environments both indoors and outdoors. We provide all meals, ensuring they are not only nutritious but also educational and fun.

We understand the unique responsibility we have in sharing the very start of a child's early childhood education and care experience. We believe that children learn and develop best when supported in a safe and secure environment, so we take great care in creating a calm and nurturing space.

Our focus is on developing strong relationships with children, allowing them to explore their environment, engage confidently with others, and be themselves. We believe that children first belong to their families, and we strive to create a sense of belonging for our families within our center. We also recognize the significance of daily routines such as feeding, resting, and nappy changing, and ensure these experiences offer positive opportunities for learning and social engagement.

In our Bottlebrush Room, filled with happy and adventurous two to three-year-olds, children learn about the world around them while forming friendships and developing important life skills. They gain independence through activities such as toilet training, serving their own fruit, and recognizing their own belongings.

In the Wattle Room, our educators facilitate a child-led curriculum, focusing on social and emotional development, self-expression, and a sense of self with competence and confidence. We incorporate programs such as the 'Safe 4 Kids Protective Education program' and the 'Social Skills PALS program' to teach children socially appropriate and protective behaviors.

Sustainability is an important aspect of our daily program, with practices such as composting, caring for our vegetable garden, and recycling. We value child input and encourage parent participation, ensuring that children's interests are respectfully documented in our classroom projects.

As educators, we continuously strive to build upon our professional knowledge and inspire a lifelong love of learning. We reflect on ourselves as educators, embracing differing perspectives and theories about children's learning, development, and teaching strategies.

Our principles and practices are informed and guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). We prioritize the rights of the child, offering a safe, caring, inclusive, and positive environment for all children.

Families are warmly welcomed to visit our center and take part in the many events and information sessions. We also implement a school transition program led by trained and experienced educators, ensuring a smooth transition to school for children and families.

Join us at Umina Child Care Centre, where we believe in shaping the future through respectful and engaging early childhood education and care.