Greenwood Gladesville
Greenwood Gladesville Centre overview
Greenwood Gladesville Centre highlights
- Our centre proudly offers the NSW Government-approved Preschool program as part of our enhanced learning program. Our Preschool program supports your child's learning, development and well-being.
- Our longstanding team, including staff with over 8 years of experience at the centre, creates a calm and nurturing environment to ensure children feel loved, safe, and secure.
- Our dedicated centre cook provides healthy and nutritious meals daily, catering to the unique dietary requirements of every child.
About Greenwood Gladesville Long Daycare and Preschool
Welcome to Greenwood Gladesville. We're ideally located for families in Gladesville, Huntleys Cove, Huntleys Point, Henley, Hunters Hill, Ryde, East Ryde, Putney, Linley Point, Abbotsford, Chiswick, Cabarita, Breakfast Point and Tennyson Point.
Our Long Daycare and Preschool Centre provides early education and care for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.
We provide convenient, full care coverage from 9hr, 10hr or full days, 5 days per week, including school holidays.
Our dedicated, longstanding, multicultural team of Teachers and Educators provide a safe, nurturing, and inspiring learning environment - where your child can thrive, and be their wonderful self, every day.
Getting school ready? We offer the Government-approved Preschool program that helps ensure your child has a successful transition to formal schooling.
We offer a great variety of learning experiences at our Centre including:
- Sustainability Program: Helps children develop and understand the importance of embedding sustainable practices into everyday life. Children learn about recycling, conserving water, growing food and the importance of protecting our planet.
- Community Engagement Program: Encourages children to interact with and discover their local community. We often have visits from community services, and we go out on adventures to teach the children about their local environment.
- Music & Movement Program: Designed to develop fundamental skills that help support children’s self-regulation, memory, and concentration. Children learn to appreciate and develop an understanding of music - and of course, have fun.
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"Caring educators and exciting programs" - Enrolled Family, Greenwood Gladesville
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Kindergarten/Preschool Programs
Kindergarten/Preschool Programs
Our centre offers the NSW Government-approved ‘Start Strong’ Preschool Program.
At Greenwood, your child will benefit from the NSW ‘Start Strong’ Government-approved program as part of our enhanced learning program. Our Preschool program will support your child’s learning, development, and well-being for now, at school and beyond. We tailor our Preschool program across:
- Numeracy
- Literacy
- Emotional and Social Development
- Self regulation
- Healthy minds and bodies
The added benefits of our Preschool program include:
- NSW ‘Start Strong’ Government-approved program
- Extended opening hours
- Open all year round (excl public holidays)
- Programs developed and delivered by our Early Childhood Teachers
- Exclusive music and movement program for self-regulation
About the Curriculum
About the Curriculum
“Let the child be the scriptwriter, director and the actor in their own play” - Magda Gerber
Nursery Space: 6 weeks – 2 years
Learning starts from before birth, and our Educators have created a welcoming and nurturing nursery environment where each baby feels safe to explore and discover new things - through their senses, their communication and cues (body language, facial expression and sounds) and by experimenting. On any given day you can see the nursery children engaging in all types of play, water play, music time, story time and more. Every day provides a brand new, exciting adventure for our babies to support their development, learning and wellbeing!
Toddler Space: 2 - 3 years
Our teachers and educators encourage the children to learn through play to help enhance their sensory-motor development. This happens through carefully planned music, dance, games and reading experiences.
On any given day the Toddler children can be seen developing their numeracy by building a tower, sorting objects, pointing and identifying shapes and patterns and participating in counting songs and games.
Children in our toddler space are encouraged to participate in group play. Group play is important as it helps our toddlers develop important social skills such as, turn taking, developing self confidence and emotional self regulation. Our team helps children through talking, planning and role modelling.
Preschool Space: 3 – 6 years
Preschool is a unique time for learning with peers and developing skills for later learning including confidence and curiosity, important skills for starting school. Our play-based program encourages active engagement in learning and supports a range of positive developmental outcomes including resilience, independence, critical thinking and creativity.
The oral language supports literacy learning. A child’s oral language ability is the best predictor for later success in learning to read and write. Hearing the sounds within a language is the first critical step for all literacy learning. Our team supports our Preschool children's development by engaging in rich discussions, introducing new vocabulary as part of everyday conversations, as well as singing, playing games, and reading with the children daily.
Throughout the Preschool year, children use their language to share ideas, ask questions, express themselves, and connect with peers and adults in social settings.
Social-emotional skills, including the ability to self-regulate emotions, is supported through group learning environments. Our team supports each child’s social and emotional development by labelling and talking about emotions and supporting appropriate responses as together, they engage in new and challenging situations. Lastly, ensuring that all children are ready for the ‘big school’ by preparing them for all that ‘big school’ has to offer.
Morning
Bianca is 11 months old and enjoys sensory play outside in the sandpit with her friends. She sits near her educator who helps teach her how to scoop the sand into the bucket. Bianca is learning how to dig, carry, and move the sand. She is also exploring texture and learning what happens to the sand when she adds water!
Lunch
Bianca has finished her lunch and is preparing to take a nap. Her educator changes her nappy, prepares a bottle and reads Bianca a story before her afternoon sleep.
Afternoon
Bianca and some of her nursery friends enjoy some story time and songs outside in the shaded garden. They read ‘Peepo’ which is Bianca’s favourite book.
Morning
Hunter is two and a half years old and loves to start his day at the centre outside on the climbing equipment. His friends join him, and together they pretend to be pirates on a ship looking for treasure. Through this exciting dramatic play, Hunter is learning about himself and the world around him. Dramatic play is helping Hunter identify his interests, abilities, likes and dislikes.
Lunch
Hunter is watering the vegetables in the garden. By doing this, Hunter is learning the importance of growing and caring for the veggies in the garden. Hunter picks a tomato from the garden, which the Chef will use to help make Hunter and his friend’s lunch - Spaghetti Bolognese!
Afternoon
Hunter enjoys art, and today he is painting a beach scene from a recent family holiday. He adds the finishing touches and sets the painting aside to dry; so that he can take it home to share with his family.
While painting, Hunter is learning how to express himself creatively and how to convey his ideas and emotions. Painting is also helping develop Hunter’s hand eye coordination, finger, wrist and hand strength. Making marks on paper is important for self expression as well as later learning.
Morning
Gina is almost five years old and can’t wait for today’s carpentry experience - she loves building things! Carpentry experiences allow Gina and her friends to extend their learning through real-life experiences. While participating in carpentry, Gina is learning to problem solve, experiment and predict. She is also improving her hand eye coordination, manipulative skills and muscular strength.
Lunch
Before Gina sits down for lunch with her friends and educators, Gina takes part in the centre’s sports program. Gina loves sports. Sports helps Gina improve her flexibility and strength (perfect for growing bodies!). Sports also allows her to practice different skills in a fun and engaging way.
Afternoon
Gina is off to ‘big school’ next year and she can't wait to start! Gina and her friends will be visiting the local primary school next week. In preparation for the visit, the class is creating a list of questions to ask the Principal and school children.
Health and Nutrition
Health and Nutrition
Our centre chef prepares and cooks healthy and nutritious meals daily, catering to the unique dietary requirements of every child. We believe that by encouraging active participation (such as growing their own fruit and vegetables, preparing, and finally cooking!) children learn to appreciate and understand the importance of healthy eating.
Our centre offers children nutrient-rich, unprocessed, and seasonal whole foods – created to delight the fussiest eaters.
Meet the team
Meet the team
Hi my name is Gordana, and I am the Centre Manager here at Greenwood Gladesville. My career in early learning started in 2014. I joined Greenwood Gladesville in 2023. I hold Master of Primary School Teaching and I worked as a Primary School Teacher for ten years before moving to Australia. In Australia, I hold Teacher’s Accreditation and Department of Education Approval to teach. I have worked in various roles, including Early Childhood Teacher, Room Leader and Educational Leader. I have been working as a Centre Manager since 2019.
When I was 5 years old, I knew that one day I will be a teacher. I have always been passionate about teaching and supporting children in their growth and development. I believe that the best teacher is someone who listens to children’s needs and applies their knowledge to scaffold children’s interests.
I am very passionate about Transition to school program, as it is a huge milestone in children’s lives. I focus on building their confidence, self-esteem, public speaking and social skills. I love to teach them how to be persistent and extend their resilience. Seeing children grow and flourish under the guidance of my care is such a rewarding experience.
Our Gladesville centre offers numerous benefits compared to learning at home. Firstly, the centre provides learning environments designed by experts in child development, offering diverse activities that stimulate cognitive, social, and emotional growth. Additionally, interaction with peers foster crucial social skills and enhances language development through communication. Furthermore, trained educators employ evidence-based teaching methodologies to support children's individual needs and ensure holistic development.
We are fortunate to have an amazing, long-standing team who love working together. Our team is a synergy of talents, passion, and collaboration that achieves outstanding results. Each member brings unique strengths, fostering creativity, innovation and problem-solving. They are loving and caring and so proud of their work with children. Seeing children happy and engaged brings joy to them. Mutual support and commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of their work.
I believe that open communication and a welcoming environment open all the doors. That means involving families in their child's learning journey, respecting diversity, and offering support whenever it’s needed. I am responsive to feedback and invite families to collaborate in decision-making. I prioritise building a sense of community, ensuring families feel valued and supported in their child's development.
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We were initially a bit hesitant starting our daughter at childcare, but Greenwood Gladesville have been nothing short of amazing. They made us... We were initially a bit hesitant starting our daughter at childcare, but Greenwood Gladesville have been nothing short of amazing. They made us all feel so welcome from the very first day. As soon as you walk in the doors you immediately notice the dedication the team puts into each individual child. We can’t recommend them highly enough! Read more
I am delighted to share my positive experience with Greenwood Gladesville Childcare, where my 1-year-old is currently enrolled. From the moment we joined,... I am delighted to share my positive experience with Greenwood Gladesville Childcare, where my 1-year-old is currently enrolled. From the moment we joined, the staff have been incredibly welcoming and attentive, making the transition smooth for both my child and me. The facilities are clean, safe, and well-equipped with a variety of age-appropriate toys and learning materials. The outdoor play area is particularly impressive, providing ample space for the children to explore and play. The educators are highly professional and genuinely care about the well-being and development of each child. They provide regular updates and photos, which is reassuring and helps me stay connected with my child’s daily activities. I have noticed significant progress in my child’s social and cognitive skills since starting at Greenwood Gladesville. The structured yet flexible curriculum is designed to cater to the individual needs of each child, fostering a love for learning from an early age. Overall, I highly recommend Greenwood Gladesville Childcare to any parent looking for a nurturing and stimulating environment for their little one. Read more
Dear Tamara, thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you loved your experience; our staff will definitely be happy to read what you wrote. We put customer experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. Kind regards, The Greenwood Team.
Great team, great facilities, great experience! Like most first-time parents, we were a bit hesitant when it came time to select a day... Great team, great facilities, great experience! Like most first-time parents, we were a bit hesitant when it came time to select a day care centre for our little one. Visiting more than a few , it was a tough choice to make, but it was definitely the right one. The center is always clean and tidy, with plenty of natural sunlight and tasty meals, the educators are dedicated and accommodating, and there are plenty of fun activities to keep our little one entertained and help further develop her skills. Highly recommended! Read more
Dear Stefan, thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you loved your experience; our staff will definitely be happy to read what you wrote. We put customer experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. Kind regards, The Greenwood Team.