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Sparrow Early Learning Stones Corner Centre overview
Welcome to Sparrow Early Learning Stones Corner! We provide early education and care for children aged from 6 weeks to 5 years old in a warm, home-like setting designed to be a continuation of children’s familiar home learning environments.
Inspired by Reggio Emilia philosophy, our educators provide a holistic, play-based curriculum with a strong emphasis on natural elements and outdoor learning experiences. We celebrate each child as unique and focus our programming on meeting the individual needs and interests of each child in our care.
Indoor learning spaces feel just like home and are filled with materials and resources that come straight from nature and everyday life. Activities are largely open-ended to allow children to follow their interests, use their imagination and stimulate social interactions with their peers and educators.
Adventure and discovery awaits in our shaded outdoor spaces where rocks, logs and wooden climbing structures provide limitless opportunities for unstructured, imaginative play with friends.
Our kindergarten program is based on the Early Years Learning Framework and is led by a qualified and experienced Early Childhood Teacher. An integrated School Readiness Program ensures children are supported to develop the language, literacy, numeracy and social skills required for a smooth transition to school.
Our team warmly welcomes you to enquire and arrange a visit to experience our lovely service for yourself.
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Sparrow Early Learning Stones Corner Service features
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Get to know us
Meet the team
Meet the team
Meet Di - Service Manager at Sparrow Early Learning Centre Stones Corner
“It was many moons ago when I began my journey in childcare. I started as a volunteer, and throughout the years I worked my way up gaining my Certificate III, onto my Diploma and then finishing with my Advanced Diploma in Childcare; I was happy with what I accomplished over the years while raising my 3 children.
The people I have met along the way and the experiences that I have gained while working in various services, has contributed to my learning and understanding of this ever-changing industry.
We are all aware that the environment is the third Teacher. Therefore, I believe it is our duty as Educators, Teachers and Directors to provide welcoming environments for children to be able to learn in. This is done through play, exploration, positive experiences and positive guidance. Children are our future and as such they are active, capable and valued members of our community and we are here to help guide them."
About the curriculum
About the curriculum
“The Sparrow Way combines proven international early learning methods to create a unique and purposefully contemporary practice designed for today’s society. Guided by the principles of Reggio Emilia childcare and underpinned by The Early Years Framework for Australia, we embrace children’s inherent abilities to learn and develop, creating an environment for them to find solutions through exploration, discovery and invention, marveling in everything around them. The Sparrow Way is our method of working with children based on these beliefs and principles.”
- The Sparrow Early Education Team
The Sparrow curriculum is thoughtfully planned by our educators and shaped by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). Being guided by the EYLF and National Quality Standards (NQS) ensures we offer high quality learning programs that are responsive to children’s ideas, interests, strengths and abilities.
Programs are play-based, child-driven and inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach with a strong emphasis on nature and outdoor learning experiences. Educators carefully design environments that stimulate curiosity and provide opportunities for hands-on learning experiences that are reflective of real life.
Play is viewed as a powerful tool for children to explore, discover and make meaning of the world around them. Activities are largely open-ended, providing a wide variety of natural resources and materials which stimulate imagination and foster creativity, problem-solving and meaningful interactions with friends and educators.
Children are encouraged to express themselves through various mediums, such as art, music and dramatic play, allowing them to develop a deep sense of autonomy, confidence and joy in their learning journey.
Parent communication and involvement
Parent communication and involvement
The Sparrow team values the role of families as children’s most important teachers and our educators foster positive and collaborative relationships with families. Parents are encouraged to contribute their ideas for programming, learning activities and the overall operation of the service.
Our inclusive open-door policy welcomes parents to visit our service, engage in discussions with educators and participate in children's learning. Our educators maintain open and continuous communication with families, ensuring a strong connection between the children's home learning environment and their educational experiences at the centre. During pick-up and drop-off times, educators are readily available to engage with families and gladly share insights into the children's progress, well-being and participation.
The use of the Storypark communication app provides daily updates, photos, and videos, fostering regular connections between educators and families. Parents also receive frequent communication through emails, newsletters, displays, notices, information evenings, special events, and Facebook.
Kindergarten/Preschool Programs
Kindergarten/Preschool Programs
- Planned and delivered by qualified Early Childhood Teachers
- Government Accredited
- School Readiness focus
- Transition to School program including school visits & transition reports
Sparrow Early Learning centres provide high quality kindergarten/preschool programs led by qualified Early Childhood Teachers. While the curriculum remains play-based, these programs follow a more structured approach to teaching and learning experiences to prepare children for transitioning into a primary school environment. There is a careful balance maintained between child-led and teacher-led learning activities.
Our Early Childhood Teachers cater to the individual needs of each child and in collaboration with parents, ensure that children are adequately equipped with the skills and experience required for a smooth transition to “big school”. Ongoing assessment of children’s progress and development is carefully documented and communicated with families and transition statements can be shared with future schools to facilitate a smooth transition to school.
Attending kindergarten/preschool at their familiar Sparrow Early Learning centre makes the transition from the long day care setting less intimidating and children can continue their early learning journey in a safe and familiar environment, surrounded by friends and familiar educators. It also means families can enjoy the flexibility of extended care hours and continued care during school holiday periods. All meals and snacks are provided, adding to the convenience for busy families.
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22 Edith StreetStones Corner, QLD, 4120