Gumnuts On Hardys Road

In the early years learning shouldn’t be about getting children “ahead”… It should be about giving them something solid to build on.

Too often, school readiness gets confused with pushing formal learning earlier but without strong foundations, that learning isn’t secure.

At Gumnuts we view school readiness as a wall that needs to be built by strong foundations.. because these are the skills that hold everything else up.

When children arrive to big school with strong foundations, they don’t just cope, they thrive! And that’s what real school readiness looks like.

Our children love caring for our gardens, learning that with a little patience, nurturing and plenty of water, beautiful things can grow 🌿🤍

Reminder to collect your child’s artwork! 🎨

Because every masterpiece deserves a place on the fridge… even if there are 37 of them 😉💛

📚 The early years are a powerful time for building a lifelong love of literacy.

Regular exposure to books, stories and meaningful conversations helps children develop language, expand their vocabulary, strengthen listening skills and spark their imagination. Reading together also nurtures connection, curiosity and confidence, laying the foundations for future learning.

Every story shared is an opportunity to learn, wonder and grow ❤️

Strong, respectful relationships create the foundation for confidence, risk-taking and growth. When children feel safe and connected, meaningful learning unfolds naturally.

💧 Water Cycle – Recycled Boats That Float! 🚤

The children have been exploring the water cycle by designing and testing their own recycled boats. They worked together to predict whether their boats would float or sink before putting their creations to the test.

Through hands-on play, the children investigated early science concepts, problem-solved together, and discovered that learning often comes through experimenting, observing and trying again.

Rooted in connection 🌿

Every day, we nurture meaningful relationships, create spaces for belonging, and support children as they learn, grow, and thrive together. 💛

Small world play allows children to explore at their own pace, create their own stories and build understanding through meaningful, hands-on experiences 🐻🌿

Risky play isn’t about creating danger! it’s about giving children the opportunity to test their abilities, take supported risks, and build confidence 🌿

Through climbing, balancing, exploring and problem-solving, children develop resilience, independence, body awareness and trust in themselves. Every challenge they overcome is a moment of growth ✨