We use StoryPark to document your child’s discoveries and learnings. This ensures open and clear communication between educators, a child and their family. We document in real-time, as it happens, and share photos, video, audio and observations with you in a secure online environment.

Every family is encouraged to participate to ensure their child achieves the best learning outcomes.

It’s just like you’re there with them, every day.

At Gowrie NSW Discovery House  Early Education and Pre-School, teachers and educators allocate one staff member who will be your child’s  to work closely with you and nurture your child through the first three years of life.  Your child's primary educator will be highly attuned to their routines, rhythms and unique cues.

Our emphasis and commitment to working towards key educator relationships promotes continuity, consistency and nurturing relationships between educators and children both individually and in small groups.

Your child will benefit from;

• routines that are at their own pace and where they can participate in their own way
• educators who take their ideas seriously
• support to express feelings and show empathy for the feelings of others
• encouragement to interact with other children and develop language and social skills
• support to interact with children and adults in ways that are respectful and responsive
• encouragement to listen to and respect the ideas of others.

Extensive early childhood research shows that for children under the age of five years, play provides the best vehicle for learning. If a child is interested in something, they’re more likely to persist at it. They soak up what they are learning and that knowledge stays with them. Play based learning is simple, effective and the basis of the Early Years Learning Framework. 
As simple as it is, the play based learning approach we implement at Gowrie NSW is in line with the children’s interests. We take the time to learn more about each child and then we plan experiences that will engage them in their learning. We also recognise that children are capable of playing an active role in their own learning so we also build opportunities for spontaneous, child-led activities.

Your child will enjoy:

• Interesting and engaging experiences providing an opportunity for inquiry, exploration, discovery and problem-solving
• Interactions with people and objects to help them understand the world and their place in it
• Experiences that support and extend their thinking, beliefs and values
• Rich play with materials that spark curiosity, wonder and investigation
• Opportunities for the development of social, emotional, cognitive, creative and physical skills
• Regular excursions to libraries, cafes, and nature reserves

Our infant space is influenced by the respectful practices of RIE (Resources for Infant Educarers). Through this approach, we understand the innate abilities of even our youngest children in our care.

Located in Phillip, Canberra, Gowrie NSW Discovery House is a place of exploration and discovery. Days are filled with possibilities and stories of adventure and wonder.

Proudly rated against the National Quality Standards, we strive to create a place where children love to learn and educators love to work.

Over many years, we have developed strong connections within our community. We pride ourselves on these connections and the relationships we have with our families and children. We support these relationships with regular updates via our secure online platform to help families feel like part of their child’s day.

Our commitment to excellence flows through all aspects of our early learning service. From our dedicated and passionate educators to our engaging educational programs and our stimulating environment. Our educators are lifelong learners, engaging in regular professional development to ensure best practice for your child.