With a holistic focus, the program at Eden Academy Christies Beach ensures the children grow in all areas of their development. This includes social, emotional, physical and cognitive skill development. 

Nature is an important part of the program, teaching the children to respect and care for the environment. The children learn how vegetables grow and enjoy nature play activities. They understand the calm of spending time outdoors and enjoy all of nature’s creations.

Health and wellbeing is another focus of the program. The children learn about healthy eating and nutrition through the meals prepared by the centre chef. The centre also worked with allied health professionals, including speech pathologists, physiotherapists and occupational therapists, to ensure the children have every opportunity to thrive.

Meet Jodie

My passion for working with children began in high school during a placement at a childcare centre, which inspired me to pursue formal training in the field. After completing my Certificate III and Diploma in Children’s Services, I began my career in 1998 as an assistant in a Nursery Room and gradually worked my way up to Director across various centres. I’ve had the privilege of leading teams in centres ranging from 80 to 132 places and have worked with many dedicated educators, each of whom has contributed to my professional growth.

I believe every child is unique and deserves respect, support, and high-quality care in an environment that nurtures their confidence and learning. I am passionate about fostering inclusive, engaging, and supportive spaces where children feel a sense of belonging and are encouraged to be successful, capable learners. I also value strong relationships with families, recognising their vital role in a child’s education. By adapting communication to suit individual family needs and encouraging involvement, I strive to create a collaborative and welcoming community. For me, one of the most rewarding parts of this profession is watching children grow and celebrating their milestones—especially helping them prepare for their transition to school.

Christies Beach Centre Manager

The relationships between educators and families at Eden Academy Christies Beach are professional and respectful, based on open communication. The centre fosters a strong sense of community and values the role families play in this.

Rigorous Recruitment & Screening - All Eden team members undergo thorough checks — including Working With Children, ID, work history, references, right to work, background, and child protection training — to ensure the highest safety standards.

Ongoing Staff Training - Our educators and leaders regularly complete professional development in child protection, identifying signs of harm, mandatory reporting, and creating safe spaces.

Clear Policies & Procedures - We have strong systems in place for reporting and responding to concerns, guided by our Child Protection Policy, Code of Conduct, and Risk Management and Incident Reporting processes.