At Clovel Childcare & Early Learning Centre, caring educators deliver a holistic learning program to benefit cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills. The educators also consider the children’s general health and wellbeing in delivering the programs.

Books and reading are an essential part of childhood. The centre’s literacy program focuses on introducing children to the alphabet, helping them learn to read - visually, phonetically and through sound. They are also encouraged to engage with reading through the ‘First readers’ series of books.

Children start to learn about numbers and mathematical concepts at a young age. Educators build on this intuitive learning by introducing addition and subtraction and concepts of time, weight and length. This helps children become ‘maths aware’ before transitioning to kindergarten.

Similarly, educators introduce science with a fun program of exploration and discovery. This aims to improve social interaction, promote patience and understanding, and show young ones how to deal with different perspectives on the same topic.

Understanding that mind and body go hand-in-hand, educators focus on building both cognitive and physical skills, especially during the intense development period of 2 to 6 years. To encourage physical activity, the fun and varied outdoor program includes ball games, climbing, obstacle courses and parachute play.

To encourage creativity, children also take part in a performing arts program that includes drama, dance, singing and public speaking. This helps build self-confidence, self-esteem and a sense of self-worth.

The dedicated managers and educators at Clovel Ryde work collaboratively to provide a safe, nurturing and caring environment for children. The team are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of the children. They understand that quality early education is a crucial building block for a successful experience at school and beyond.

Educators support each other to deliver outstanding play based learning programs and to ensure every child feels welcome, loved and valued.

The Clovel Ryde team are highly experienced, with various qualifications in Early Childhood Education and Care. Educators also participate in ongoing training and professional development to continually review personal goals and performance.

Clovel Ryde proudly fosters quality relationships with parents and families based on mutual respect and open communication. This helps build a true partnership to ensure every child’s well-being is front and centre. Families are welcome to discuss their child’s activities and progress at any stage, and to join in regular centre events.

The centre uses the free Kindyhub App for interactive communication with families. Educators keep parents updated with details and photos of the children’s activities and milestones. It also provides a handy way for educators and families to communicate quickly and easily.

Traditionally, preschool begins at 3 years of age. However, Clovel’s preschool program responds to research suggesting valuable opportunities for child development may be lost if learning only begins then. As such, the centre begins each child’s individual early learning and development program from 6 weeks of age.

The Clovel Ryde team nurtures babies with loving care and enriching early learning. Early learning is a key part of healthy brain development in babies and as part of the centre’s Brain Linkage program, educators provide activities that assist in developing a baby's fine motor, gross motor, brain wiring and balancing skills. This includes tummy time, crawling, shape sorters, gym ball, balance beam and baby massage.

For older children, educators plan exciting activities that provide opportunities for socialising, problem solving and creativity, and that foster positive self-esteem and belonging. This helps prepare children for school by encouraging independence, individuality and a lifelong love of learning.

Morning 

Aden is 10 months old and new to Clovel Ryde. In the morning, he sits in the sandpit. He loves filling and emptying the brightly coloured bucket then making handprints in the sand.

Lunch

After a nap and then lunch with the nursery group, Aden picks a book to read. Today he sits outside on a cushion in the fresh air, while an educator reads it with him.

Afternoon

This afternoon’s activity is music. Aden loves to bang a tambourine as the group listens to songs.