Parent Information
Basics First ELC acknowledges and celebrates the Traditional Owners of the land, sky, sea and communities where we work and live. We are inspired by their deep connection to Country and the traditions of learning, teaching and storytelling. We strive to create a nurturing space where children can grow with respect for the land and its First Nations peoples.
We will continue to celebrate culture and diversity and welcome the learning of our Nation’s peoples.
Child Protection Commitment
We are deeply committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care.
Child protection is at the heart of everything we do. Our Educators uphold a culture of vigilance, respect, and advocacy, ensuring that every child feels safe, valued and protected within our learning community.
Come and experience our difference!
A guide to the daily routine at Basics First ELC
7:00am - 9:15am |
| Breakfast available for children arriving between 7:00am-8:00am. Educators set up indoor and outdoor activities, and meet/greet families. We strongly encourage all children to arrive by 9.15am for smooth start to their day. |
9:15am - 11:45am |
| Rotation indoor/outdoor play. During this time, the children may enjoy their morning tea indoors/on the deck before bathroom break and transitioning to the classroom. |
11:45am - 12:45pm |
| Tidy the classroom and make preparations for lunch. Group time follows. |
12:45pm - 1:30pm |
| Group time, bathroom time, followed by quiet activities, children make their beds. |
1:30pm - 2:30pm |
| Relaxation time. Quiet time. |
2:30pm – 4:00pm |
| Rotation indoor/outdoor activities. |
4:00pm – 6:00pm |
| Children pack away and transition to table activities. Staggered departure for the day. Educators prepare the room for the next day. |
Fresh & Nutritious Meals
Children at Basics First ELC enjoy mealtimes every day!
Breakfast is served for early risers from 7:00am-8:00am. Followed by morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. Featuring delicious, whole foods-based recipes, lots of fresh fruit, vegetables, whole grains, low-GI foods and culturally sensitive proteins that kids love. Our rotating menu includes options for vegetarians and children with allergies.
Rooms & Groups
At Basics First ELC, our children are able to participate in a variety of experiences individually, in small groups or as part of a larger group. The children are grouped into the following Room Groups:
Discoverers - (2 - 3 ½ years)
At this age children continue to be open to new challenges and discoveries. Our Discoverers are developing social skills as they communicate and respond to their peers. They are also practising their sharing, turn taking, cooperating and feeling comfortable and confident within their environment.
Explorers - (3 ½ - 5+ years)
Our Explorers are curious, inquisitive and enthusiastic. They may want to be involved in anything at any given time. They are developing their self- help skills and independence. They can achieve all manner of tasks on their own. Explorers verbally express themselves and may explore their own voice being low, high, loud and soft. They are encouraged to freely express their feelings and ideas, as well as to contribute their ideas in play. During this time, children are supported in their understanding of the relationship between written, oral and visual representations.
Within each room group, our highly skilled Educators plan and implement experiences, working in partnership with families to best meet children’s individual needs. Our children from Discoverers are encouraged and supported to be toilet-trained prior to joining our Explorers room.
*Nappies and wipes are provided for children in the Discoverers room. Families may choose to supply their preferred brand if desired.
*Sunscreen provided for all children. Families may choose to supply their preferred brand if desired.