Pinemont Preschool

Believing in Childhood The happiness and positive self esteem of our children is paramount. Our well qualified, enthusiastic staff provides a fun, creative preschool program in a caring and stimulating environment. Pinemont is run by a dedicated parent committee that volunteers their time to see that the kinder is the best it can be in all areas, including administration, resources, quality programming and social connections. Parental involvement is welcomed and is the backbone of Pinemont Preschool, as it was over 40 years ago. Pinemont Preschool aims to: • Provide a caring, supportive learning environment which reflects and values individuality and diversity; • Provide a happy, safe and stimulating environment where children are free to play, explore, discover and learn at their own pace with staff providing guidance and encouragement for each child; • Offer a program this is responsive to both individual and group needs; • Provide a curriculum that is designed to reflect the interests of the children, aims of the parents and skills of the staff; • Foster bonds of friendship and support between families providing social contacts and support outside of the immediate family. Programs 2011 4 Year Old Program JOEYS Consists of 3 x 4hr sessions a week Program includes indoor/ outdoor play, small group, large group and individual learning, concept discovery, exploring and development in all areas including physical, emotional, social and cognitive development. Transition to school and inclusion of the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework. EXTRA HOURS PROGRAM (Formerly Called Gumnuts) A specialist music, drama and dance group open to 4 year olds. Preference is given to 4 year olds. If spaces are available then offered to 3yr olds. Offered at an additional cost to the three year old and four year old programs. A full day program ( 9:00am-3:00pm), which includes the 4yr old and extra hours programs, is also available on two days, depending on demand. 3 Year Old Program KOALAS Consists of 2 x 2.5hr sessions a week Provides children with the opportunity to socialise and learn basic skills and attitudes in small and large groups. It includes indoor and outdoor play, creative experiences, fun stories, songs, group times for language development and understanding. Other sessions may be offered to meet children’s and families needs each year. Centre Staff Teachers: Sarah Cracknell (4 Year Old program & Centre Director) Helen Hedding (3 Year Old Program) Assistants: Di Johnson (4 Year Old Program ) Chris Meagher (3 Year Old program & Extra hours program leader)