Location
We are situated in a quite street. Our centre is walking distance to both the train station and local Primary Schools.
Jack and Jill Kindergarten Berowra
Address: 6 Boundary Street,
Berowra NSW 2081
Mail:
Tel:02) 94565523
Our class rooms
We are a 90 place long day centre with five classrooms that cater for ages 6 weeks to 5 years, our centre has two playgrounds 0 - 2 years playground and 2 years to 5 years.
We believe in creating learning environments that allow children to become active leaders in their learning, by providing hands on experiences for children to freely explore concepts, ideas and make meaning of ideas/skills they already posses. We also wish to challenge their skills and encourage them to participate in experiences that are designed to further specific skills.
Owlets
0 - 1 years
In this space we aim to create a warm friendly home environment for your child. We ask all families in this room to provide their home routine, this enables our centre to keep home life and centre life as the same . We acknowledge the importance in continuity aiming to build partnerships with parents so that we are following the same routine as home and work with you as their feeding/sleep/play needs change.
The experiences that are provided to the babies challenge and extend their development, they are developed to foster security, develop/build relationships and self-confidence.
All the children get the opportunity to become involved in craft, singing and stories.
At the end of the day you are able to see pictures and read a short story of your child’s day. Throughout the year observations of your child’s development and group projects occurring in the room will be put together in a portfolio for you keep.
Flying Foxes
1 years - 2 years
In this space we support their curiosity of exploration providing them with a range of hands on experiences that they can explorer. We recognise the importance for repetitive play and to have a familiar environment. Allowing children to continuously explore something of interest to them and be able to connect with the environment. Play is a great way of introducing many concepts children are introduce to maths and science concepts through art and music which is in the room daily.
At the end of the day you are able to see pictures and read a short learning story of your child’s day. Throughout the year observations of your child’s development and group projects occurring in the room will be put together in a portfolio for you keep.
Robins
2 years - 3 years
In this space we aim to create an environment that supports children needs, with plenty of hands on experiences that they can further explore ideas and feelings. At this age children are becoming increasing aware of what and who is around them we will support their developing social needs in meaningful experiences, music is a great place for children to share joyful experiences together.
At the end of the day you are able to see pictures and read a short learning story of your child’s day. Throughout the year observations of your child’s development and group projects occurring in the room will be put together in a portfolio for you keep.
Sugar Gliders
3 years - 4 years
In this space we aim to provide children with a range of experiences that challenge and further their skills to begin developing their concentration skills. We recognise the importance of supporting children to give them the confidence to attempt tasks that are difficult.
Children are also developing their underlying understanding of Literacy and Maths. Pre literacy and pre math skills will occur on a daily basis in planned and spontaneous experiences. Children can learn in many ways which is why will provide a range of visual and hands on experiences that will help extend their learning, though visual displays, songs and games.
At the end of the day you are able to see pictures and read a short learning story of your child’s day. Throughout the year observations of your child’s development and group projects occurring in the room will be put together in a portfolio for you keep.
Lorikeets
3 years - 5 years
When planning and developing the pre-school program we aim to develop children thinking skills on a daily bases. By providing children with experiences that encourage them to use their problem solve skills, introduce them to experiences which will challenge them with their math skills, encourage all children to get involved in projects which them allow to explore investigate all areas of life , join in with hands on science experiments, become involved in cooking and learn basic skills of the kitchen and the safety aspects of the kitchen.
The room’s program is designed to ensure that children are interested in learning and have an inquisitive mind about the world around them. We want to foster their natural curiosity at the stage in their lives. All of our day to day programs and projects are based on the children’s interests and therefore they are much more likely to invest the time to explore, investigate and learn. These experiences give ownership to children and encourage problem solving and decision making. We use realistic materials and equipment so that their experiences are more genuine.
At the end of the day you are able to see pictures and read a short story of your child’s day. Throughout the year observations of your child’s development and group projects occurring in the room will be put together in a portfolio for you keep.
Our outdoor play areas
Outdoor learning lends itself to practical engagement and appropriate risk taking. Children need these opportunities in order to build their confidence, spatial awareness, physical strength and the ability to keep themselves safe in an ever-changing and unpredictable world. Here at Jack and Jill Kindergarten Berowra we have two large play areas that cater for all ages and development.
By providing children with an environment that is based around their interest it shows them that what they like is important and gives them a sense of “Belonging”.
We understand the importance to give children the opportunity of “Being” a child providing environments that are age appropriate, meaningful and enjoyable.
By supporting children during the early years of their life within a social environment through their learning we create a nurturing environment that give them the opportunity develop the sense of “Becoming” part of a community group where they can express themselves and gain different perspectives.
Absences and Illnesses
If a child is to be absent, parents and guardians are asked to notify the centre as soon as possible and inform the centre of the estimated length of absence. Please note that fees are still payable if a child is ill or goes on holiday.
We wish to create a safe and hygienic environment to maintain the health of all families and staff. To assist with this the following health guidelines will be adhered at all times.
A child will not be able to attend the centre for any period of time during which:
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The child is suffering from a disease or condition which is contagious through normal social contact
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A medical practitioner has recommended the child not attend child care
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If a medical practitioner prescribes medication for a child, the parent must ensure that the child does not attend the centre for 24 hours after the commencement of the medication
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Has received panadol/within 24 hours prior to attendance (Apart from teething with a letter from the doctor)
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Vomitting/Diarrhoea
Medication
All medication must be prescribed to your child by a medical doctor with correct labelling with your child's name, date and dosage — clearly marked on the packaging. If the medicines are to be administered by staff at our centre the correct form must be filled out, staff informed and medicine given to a staff member at the beginning of the day. We also ask parents to sign a permission slip to administer Panadol when the child's temperature reaches 38 Degrees or above. In these situations the child will need to be collected if they are unwell. (Please note any medication not on a subscription, such as nappy rash cream requires a doctor's letter to be administered.)
Emergency Contact
Although unlikely we have certain procedures in place to respond to an emergency relating to yours child's health or safety while they are attending the centre. Please pay careful attention to the conditions outlined in this section as they are in place to provide the centre with options for obtaining care for your child in an emergency situation.
We require emergency contact details for every family in the occasional event their parent/guardian are unable to be contacted. It is paramount that these contacts are able to pick up the child from the centre if required and are also able to give authorisation for medical attention in an emergency situation. Please ensure that such people are over the age of 18 years and are aware that you have provided their information as an emergency contact.
If staff are unable to contact either the child's parent/guardian or emergency contact within the timelines that the director deems appropriate for a given situation you agree that the director or delegated representative may authorise the administration of medication, transportation to hospital and administration of treatment as a recommended by the child's doctor, any attending doctor, police or State Government Officer on behalf of the parent.
The parent will be responsible for any costs incurred as a result of transportation or treatment. If there are any changes to the emergency contacts you have supplied or you have any concerns about our emergency procedures please notify the centre immediately.
Person to collect child
A child may be released into the care of either parent, guardian or a responsible person into whose care a custodial parent has signed a permission for the child to be released. This includes persons nominated on the enrolment form and other people that you notify the centre in writing from time to time. Please ensure that such people are over the age of 18 years and carry photo identification.
Rest Time
We do encourage children to rest during their busy day here at Jack and Jill. This helps children recharge so they are able to concentrate and remain focused for the duration of the day. Sleep is optional depending on your child's needs and any concerns can be addressed with the carers from your child's class. For your child's comfort during rest time please bring a fitted cot sheet, a loose cot sheet and/or blanket and a small pillow if needed. Please label all items and wash them regularly.
Notification of child abuse
Under the Child Care and Protection Act, all staff members employed by our centre are deemed mandatory reporters and as such are obliged to report any suspected incidences of child abuse or neglect to the licensing body.
Court Action
Should a child or children attending the centre be the subject of any court action, particularly custody or access issues being heard in the Family Court, the centre does not allow staff to issue statements or provide reports regarding the children except where instructed to so by the court.
Photography
Photographs are a fantastic way to record your child's time at kindergarten and will be included in the portfolio we create for your child throughout the year. Unless you notify us otherwise you consent that occasionally may be used in publications, the Jack and Jill website or retained in the centre as a keepsake.