Papilio Early Learning North Strathfield - Orange Campus

To celebrate International Mother Language Day, our little learners welcomed a very special new friend to the centre: Wali!

"Wali" is the Dharug word for Ring-tailed Possum. Our children took part in the democratic process by holding a hand-vote to choose this beautiful name, connecting them directly with the traditional language of the land we play and learn on.

To introduce Wali, the children learned about the materials Aboriginal people used to keep their babies clean, warm, and comfortable.

We asked the children, "What does Wali like to eat?" Swipe to see their amazing drawings and suggestions - ranging from healthy apples and blueberries to a cheeky chocolate chip cookie! 🍪🍎

We are so proud to foster an environment where First Nations culture and languages are embeded! Thanks to !

Happy Birthday to our February babies 💛

Exciting changes are on the way in our Nursery!

Our Nursery Learning Zones are getting a beautiful refresh - thoughtfully designed to create homey, calm, engaging spaces where our youngest learners can explore, discover and grow with confidence.

From cosy corners to play spaces, every detail has been carefully planned to support development, curiosity and connection.

💛 We can’t wait to welcome you in and show you around!

Book a tour today and see our homey nursery spaces for yourself.

Contact us or visit our website to secure your spot - papilio.com.au/nsw/north-strathfield/orange/

Discovery Week – Nursery Room 🌈✨

Our nursery children have had a wonderful start to Discovery Week!

Day 1 focused on sensory and visual exploration as the children engaged in a bubbles, calming light and movement experience. The glowing lights, music, and interactive props supported curiosity, visual tracking, and social engagement in a relaxing environment.

Day 2 brought colourful, taste-safe sensory play using coloured Greek yoghurt. The children explored textures and colour mixing through messy play, supporting creativity, sensory awareness, and early cause-and-effect learning.

We love seeing our little learners explore, discover, and grow through meaningful sensory experiences 💛

We have spots for our Nursery room!
Book a tour today ➡️ https://papilio.com.au/nsw/north-strathfield/orange/

✨ Five Senses Discovery Week is HERE! ✨

Our Nursery is going to be a sensory wonderland this week! From bubble discos to "messy makers" yogurt painting, our babies are diving into a world of texture, colour, and connection. 🌈

Check out the incredible line-up we have planned starting February 9th:

Monday: Bubble Disco & Balloon Pits 🫧
Tuesday: Edible "Messy Makers" Yogurt Painting 🎨
Wednesday: Tiny Chefs Texture Kitchen (Chilled spaghetti & flour snow!) 🍝
Thursday: "Tippy-Toe" Textured Foot Painting 👣
Friday: Koori Kinnection Incursion – A beautiful journey into First Nations culture through music and storytelling. 🖤💛❤️

Want to see our Lifelong Learning Curriculum in action? We’d love to show you around! Our spaces are designed to spark curiosity and joy at every age. 👉 https://papilio.com.au/nsw/north-strathfield/orange/

Ms Helga has introduced Beebots this week to our preschoolers! 🐝🤖

These friendly little robots are more than just toys - they are a hands-on introduction to the world of STEM. By playing with Bee-Bots, our children are learning:

✅Sequencing and how to put instructions in the right order.

✅Directional Language -Mastering terms like left, right, forward, and backward.

✅Logical Thinking - Problem-solving to get their bee from point A to point B!

If you'd like to know more about our preschool program, book a tour today: https://papilio.com.au/nsw/north-strathfield/orange

Did you know that painting helps develop essential pre-writing skills? 🧠✨

Our children here at Papilio North Strathfield have been busy at the art table today!

While they see bright colors and fun patterns, we see:

Fine Motor Skills - Gripping brushes and controlling movements.

Colour Recognition - Mixing primary colors to create new shades.

Self-Expression - Building confidence through creative choices.

Book a tour today!

Our School Readiness Program is off to a wonderful start! 🎒✨

This month our preschool children have been learning:
🔤 Literacy
🔢 Numeracy
🔍 STEM
🤝 Social & emotional skills
🧠 Confidence & independence

We’re excited to support every child on their journey to big school.

We love hearing feedback from our families.

Here’s a message we received in Google Review recently that made us smile:

"My child has been attending Papilio Early Learning North Strathfield (Orange Campus) since she was 5 months old (starting in 2022), and our almost 4 years experience has been absolutely wonderful. Over all these years, I have never had a single issue.

All the staff are amazing, caring, and supportive. A special thank you to Christian, Helga, and Jasleen — they are incredibly helpful, kind, and genuinely passionate about what they do. All the other team members are also amazing and hardworking, creating a nurturing environment filled with fun, engaging, and educational activities that support children’s learning and development."

Thank you for trusting us with your little one’s learning journey 💛

Congratulations, Ms Helga! ✨🎓

We are so proud to celebrate Ms Helga’s graduation last week, completing her Bachelor of Early Childhood Education 👏

As if that wasn’t impressive enough, Ms Helga was also appointed as the student speaker at her graduation ceremony - a true reflection of her dedication, leadership, and passion for early learning.

We couldn’t be prouder! 💛

At our centre, we are proud to operate above the minimum number of qualified Early Childhood Teachers, ensuring high-quality education and care for our children and families every day.

Please join us in congratulating Ms Helga on this incredible achievement! 🌟

BOOKINGS NOW OPEN

As the year draws to a close, we invite our families to join us for our Year-end Parent-Teacher meeting!

This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with your child’s teachers to reflect and celebrate the growth they’ve made throughout the year!

Scan the QR codes in centre to book your appointment 📅