Our Rooms
Children at Heritage are able to play with different age groups of children during free play, however most of the time a child will be based in one of the following groups:
New premises from February 2025
Note: Children may stay in the Nursery or Toddler Rooms beyond the age limit if deemed necessary for developmental reasons or until a place becomes available in the next group.
Partnerships with Families
We aim to create strong partnerships with families to maintain familiar routines which create consistency and security for our children. Flexible routines are not only a necessary part of each day, but are viewed as fundamental learning opportunities. In addition, educators take cues from children regarding their needs, preferences and choices in relation to the flow of the day.
Children at Heritage are able to play with different age groups of children during free play, however most of the time a child will be based in one of the following groups:
New premises from February 2025
- Our new Nursery Room (Bluebell Group) will consist of 2 rooms of 10 babies. When arranging placements, children are from 6 weeks old to 18 months.
- Our new Toddler Room (Grevillea Group) will consist of 2 rooms of 12 children. When arranging placements - children are from 18 months to 3 years old.
- There will be 2 Preschool Rooms (Wattle and Banksia Groups) in our New Premises (one room of 22 children and one room of 21 children). Children placed in these rooms will turn 3 before the 1st of May of that year.
- Our Wattle Group are our 3 year olds (3 year old government preschool offered).
Our Banksia Group are our 4 year old to school age children.
Note: Children may stay in the Nursery or Toddler Rooms beyond the age limit if deemed necessary for developmental reasons or until a place becomes available in the next group.
Partnerships with Families
We aim to create strong partnerships with families to maintain familiar routines which create consistency and security for our children. Flexible routines are not only a necessary part of each day, but are viewed as fundamental learning opportunities. In addition, educators take cues from children regarding their needs, preferences and choices in relation to the flow of the day.
Our Program and Curriculum
Educators establish individual children’s strengths, interests and abilities through regular communication and feedback from families. When planning for children, educators create outcomes and goals for children which link to early childhood theories, research and the Early Years Learning Framework for Australia (EYLF). Individual and group planning is viewed as a constant cycle that is changing, growing and evolving. The curriculum is crafted by our vibrant teams in collaboration with the Educational Leader and Early Childhood Teacher. The Heritage Planning Cycle is summarised by the image below:
Educators establish individual children’s strengths, interests and abilities through regular communication and feedback from families. When planning for children, educators create outcomes and goals for children which link to early childhood theories, research and the Early Years Learning Framework for Australia (EYLF). Individual and group planning is viewed as a constant cycle that is changing, growing and evolving. The curriculum is crafted by our vibrant teams in collaboration with the Educational Leader and Early Childhood Teacher. The Heritage Planning Cycle is summarised by the image below:
Our Learning Environment
Our high-quality learning environment is viewed as the 'third teacher'. It fosters a sense of adventure, encourages exploration and inspires creative minds. The surrounding landscape, Australian culture and consultations with a local Aboriginal Elder have influenced the design of our indoor and outdoor spaces. In addition, experiencing different weather conditions is a part of everyday life and we believe exploring the outdoors, even during wet or cold weather, helps to develop resilient dispositions in children. Waterproof clothing is provided during these times. Growing up in Australia with extreme and sometimes deceiving UV levels means it is essential for us to involve children in SunSmart conversations and practices. Exploring beyond the fence is also an integral part of the Heritage program, building ties with families and the local community through:
Our high-quality learning environment is viewed as the 'third teacher'. It fosters a sense of adventure, encourages exploration and inspires creative minds. The surrounding landscape, Australian culture and consultations with a local Aboriginal Elder have influenced the design of our indoor and outdoor spaces. In addition, experiencing different weather conditions is a part of everyday life and we believe exploring the outdoors, even during wet or cold weather, helps to develop resilient dispositions in children. Waterproof clothing is provided during these times. Growing up in Australia with extreme and sometimes deceiving UV levels means it is essential for us to involve children in SunSmart conversations and practices. Exploring beyond the fence is also an integral part of the Heritage program, building ties with families and the local community through:
- Walks around the ANU campus – nature walks, cafes, ovals, sculptures, workplaces.
- Excursions - National Museum, Botanic Gardens, Floriade and other yearly events.
- Regular outings for older children in our brand new fully equipped minibus to local community sites.
- Collaborations with the Wildbark nature-based learning centre.
- Visits to the ANU Thrive Kitchen Garden – fruit and vegetable garden, use of wood fire oven.
- Monthly Aboriginal cultural sessions with Wiradjuri Echoes.
- Talks by community role models - emergency services personnel, health professionals and music performers.
- Campfires and outdoor relaxation in our amazing tent.
- Families sharing their expertise - culture, music, hobbies and professions.
- Fostering sustainable thinking – recycling, gardening and respectful interactions with natural spaces, flora and fauna, including looking after our chickens.
- Health, fitness and well-being – yoga and fitness sessions for children.
- Mandarin Lessons.
- Community events – Art night, Fit-A-Thon, barbecues, breakfasts, information nights, cultural celebrations.
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