Our Junior Room program fosters your child’s curiosity and encourages independent thinking. We nurture all children to reach their full potential through development of physical, emotional, cognitive and social skills through varied indoor and outdoor activities. Our educators care for the well-being of each child to ensure that their experience …
Centre Director Karen McPhail
Nominated Supervisor/Centre Director My name is Karen McPhail and I have over 27 years experience in the Early Childhood Education and Care industry. I have worked in many centres across the Gold Coast, both as a Lead Educator (with experience in all age groups), Preschool Teacher and then as a …
Kindergarten
The Kindergarten years mark an important milestone in a child’s life. Throughout your child’s Kindergarten year, you will see tremendous growth and development. Children will have opportunities to explore, discover, create, imagine, research and interact with peers and Educators in a social context. Through this they will gain confidence in …
Holistic Learning
Children are more likely to be confident and involved learners when their family and community understandings are recognised and included. Our state of well-being and potential is determined by the quality of our relationships and interactions with the world around us. This approach is known as holistic learning or education, …
Experiences
When children participate collaboratively in every day routines/rituals and have opportunities to contribute to decisions, they learn to play interdependently. Elm Tree is a place of inspiration and imagination that fosters learning in a creative, aesthetic and orderly environment. Our educators facilitate open and flexible experiences that promote creativity and …
Play
We at Elm Tree Early Learning believe play is the foundation for all learning. Play is the way in which children can explore, investigate, experiment, interact and engage in their environments and the world around them, and begin to make rich and meaningful connections and understandings that are individual and …
Technology
Elm Tree Early Learning Ormeau offers a state-of-the-art play and learning environment. We have a wide range of equipment and age-appropriate educational resources, including digital media within our classrooms. However, only media and equipment that is developmentally appropriate is used. Furthermore, our childcare service makes use of technology in the …
Orientation
At Elm Tree Early Learning, our focus is on providing our families and children with an experience that is warm, welcoming and positive. Our hope is that our centre is a place where our children, and families, feel comfortable, happy and contented – a true extension of home. We believe …
Nutrition
At Elm Tree, we believe it is extremely important to provide a healthy, well balanced and nutritious menu for all of our children each day. We also ensure we work closely with our families to ensure that all of their children’s individual dietary, cultural, religious and food preferences are met …
Technology in the Classroom
Elm Tree Early Learning Ormeau offers a state-of-the-art play and learning environment. We have a wide range of equipment and age-appropriate educational resources, including digital media. However, only media and equipment that is developmentally appropriate is used. Furthermore, our childcare service makes use of technology in the classroom to expand, …
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