A Head Start Children's Centre

Preschool took a road trip around Australia with The Wiggles! 🌏 They explored the landmarks featured in the book, learning about each destination’s significance and location. Preschoolers worked together to place their sculptures on an Australia map, discovering where their creations belong. Some even figured out how close their landmarks were and estimated travel times. “Maybe lunchtime till dinner the Wiggles were driving!” 🚗
They also discussed how Aboriginal people traditionally navigated using the stars and sun, sparking curiosity about their incredible knowledge of the land. ✨ A fun, interactive learning experience that blended geography, culture, and creativity!

Konnichiwa!
It was so exciting to share our very first Japanese Zoom session with preschool children last week! We began with a warm greeting of “Konnichiwa!” while waving and smiling at the children in Japan. Though some of the children were initially shy, they gained confidence as they took turns introducing themselves in Japanese.

The main focus of today’s session was on a traditional Japanese toy called Kendama. We received wonderful photos from Japan, and many of the preschool children were curious, asking, “What’s the name of the toy?” To make the session interactive, we created a DIY version of the Kendama using a paper cup, a paper ball, and some string. The children had fun using their handmade toys for the show-and-tell portion of the session. We were also fortunate to have Japanese children demonstrate how to play with the Kendama, which the preschoolers really enjoyed.

One of the highlights was watching a handbell performance of “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” by the Japanese children, which captured the attention and imagination of the preschoolers. It was heartwarming to see how curious and engaged the children were in exploring Japanese culture.

Throughout the session, we aimed not only to introduce the Kendama but also to foster a love for different cultures and the joy of learning through creative play. The children left the Zoom feeling excited about the new things they had learned, and it was a wonderful experience of cross-cultural exchange.

Infants classroom sustainability project. We focused on reusing and repurposing materials for play.

How can we be more sustainable? This was the question we asked our infant’s children yesterday.
Miss Chloe showed the children an educational video about sustainable recycling, highlighting images of different types of rubbish and which bin they should go in. To help reinforce this concept, we set up two activities. The first was a sensory and fine motor task where the children had to identify items of rubbish and use tongs to transfer them into the correct “rubbish bin” placed next to them.
The second activity allowed the children to work together to create something for our room using sustainable materials. They took turns and collaborated to make their own representation of Earth. To start, they visited our HighScope area, where they personally selected materials for their Earth project, promoting independence and personalisation.
Once they gathered their materials, they returned to glue down their rubbish, turning it into an artwork. This also helped develop their fine motor skills as they had to rip, grip, push, and pull while creating their pieces.
Today was a success, with the children engaged and enthusiastic throughout both activities.

Our cultural exchange program has soared to new heights with our Japanese teacher, Miss Chi, travelling to Japan to visit our friends at ‘Momonokinomori’ Preschool in Nannan City, Osaka. During her visit, Miss Chi presented our Japanese friends with Australian animal gifts and a copy of the beloved ‘Wombat Stew’ book. The children also take excursions to the post office to send letters and drawings to our friends in Osaka, strengthening the connection and providing them with a rare and meaningful cultural exchange experience 🇯🇵🇦🇺🌏

Today the Kindy children at the Burleigh centre, celebrated the upcoming arrival of Miss Kath’s baby by hosting a baby shower.
Miss Kath has been an integral part of the children’s lives over the past two years and the children made cards, suggested baby names and enjoyed a high tea to show their love and appreciation 💙🩷👶🍼

Currumbin Book Week 2024 pt2 🤎

Currumbin Book Week 2024 pt1 🤎🧸

So grateful for all our beautiful families, who participated and made this week so special!

✨ Book Week 2024: Reading is Magic at✨

This week from the 19th until the 23rd of August, we’re diving into the enchanting world of books with our magical Book Week theme: “Reading is Magic!” Join us as we celebrate the power of stories to spark imagination and wonder.

Superhero Week at A Head Start 🌟

Get ready to unleash your superpowers!

From Monday July the 28th to Friday August 3rd, we’re celebrating Superhero Week with exciting activities, crafts, and games. Dress up as your favorite superhero and join us in a week full of fun and learning. We’ll be exploring the values of bravery, kindness, and teamwork through engaging stories and interactive activities.

Don’t miss out on the chance to be a hero every day! 🦸‍♂️ 🦸‍♀️

🌟 Support for Our Beloved Team Member 🌟

For the past 9 months, a dedicated member of our team at the Burleigh centre has been courageously battling cancer. To show our support and solidarity, both of our centres are coming together to run a raffle.

🎟️ Raffle Details:

Drawing Date: August (exact date TBA)
Tickets Available: Now at the Currumbin Centre
We’re still accepting donations and would love for our Currumbin families to join us in this effort. Every contribution makes a difference and brings hope to our colleague and their family during this challenging time.

💖 How You Can Help:

Purchase raffle tickets at the Currumbin Centre
Make a donation to support the family
Thank you for your generosity and support. Let’s come together and make a meaningful impact!

Attention all Families

We would love your donations. We are wanting to create the coolest loose part learning space at A HeadStart children Centre Currumbin and Burleigh. Please check your cupboards, sheds, work vans etcc

🌟 Adventure Time! 🌟

Today, our little explorers took a delightful walk to the Elanora Library 📚. The children were thrilled to discover new books, and the highlight was a magical storytime session that captivated their imaginations! 🧚‍♂️✨

Walking through our community and enjoying the fresh air was an added bonus. It’s always a joy to see their faces light up with excitement and curiosity. 🌞🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️