Our Nursery program supports the RIE principal which emphasises respectful and responsive care. It encourages observing and understanding each child’s individual needs to allow children to learn and grow in confidence. By fostering the children’s independence, trust, and meaningful interactions through stimulating play, music, storytelling, creative experiences and physical challenges, we support infants in developing their communication, emotional expression, cognitive skills and more at their own pace.
All of our routines are flexible and adaptable to the children's needs, ensuring that each child's individual rhythm and interests guide their daily experiences. This approach fosters a sense of autonomy and confidence, allowing children to thrive in an environment that respects and nurtures their unique developmental journey.
7:00-8:00am
Arrival
Centre Opens. Children are welcomed into the service and are able to settle into the family grouping room where they will be offered breakfast and able to engage in free play and morning interactions with their peers and educators.
9:00-10:00am
MORNING TEA
Bottle feeding or solid food feeding depending on the childs age and developmental needs. Feeding times are progressive calm and individualised to each child’s routine.
11:00-12:30pm
LUNCH TIME
Children gather for a progressive and nutritious lunch, promoting community and sharing. Educators encourage conversations and engagement during this time.
2:00-3:00pm
AFTERNOON TEA
Bottle feeding or solid food feeding depending on the childs age and developmental needs. Feeding times are progressive calm and individualised to each child’s routine.
4:45-5:15pm
Evening Bite
Children are offered a small, late afternoon bite that meets their developmental needs to tie them over till dinner.
9:00am
EXPLORE TIME
Doors to the outdoor environment are opened to allow children freedom to explore both indoor and outdoor environments.
10:00am-11:00am
Sensory Exploration
Children are encouraged to engage in group play or guided sensory experiences (e.g. tummy time, music time, and interactive play). Experiences are designed to stimulate gross and fine motor skills, such as reaching, grasping, and rolling.
12:30-2:00pm
Rest & Relaxation
Depending on children's age & individual home routines, soft music is played and children are settled for an opportunity to rest.
2:30-4:45pm
Indoor/Outdoor Exploration
Sensory experiences like feeling grass, blowing bubbles, or playing with water. Babies can engage with their peers and educators during this time, fostering social interaction and language development.
5:15-6:00pm
Departure
Children come back together for family grouping. Conversations with families about children's day and Centre closes.
7:00-8:00am
Arrival
Centre Opens. Children are welcomed into the service and are able to settle into the family grouping room where they will be offered breakfast and able to engage in free play and morning interactions with their peers and educators.
9:00am
EXPLORE TIME
Doors to the outdoor environment are opened to allow children freedom to explore both indoor and outdoor environments.
9:00-10:00am
MORNING TEA
Bottle feeding or solid food feeding depending on the childs age and developmental needs. Feeding times are progressive calm and individualised to each child’s routine.
10:00am-11:00am
Sensory Exploration
Children are encouraged to engage in group play or guided sensory experiences (e.g. tummy time, music time, and interactive play). Activities are designed to stimulate gross and fine motor skills, such as reaching, grasping, and rolling.
11:00-12:30pm
LUNCH TIME
Children gather for a progressive and nutritious lunch, promoting community and sharing. Educators encourage conversations and engagement during this time.
12:30-2:00pm
Rest & Relaxation
Depending on children's age & individual home routines, soft music is played and children are settled for an opportunity to rest.
2:00-3:00pm
AFTERNOON TEA
Bottle feeding or solid food feeding depending on the child's age and developmental needs. Feeding times are progressive calm and individualised to each child’s routine.
2:30-4:45pm
Indoor/Outdoor Exploration
Sensory experiences like feeling grass, blowing bubbles, or playing with water. Babies can engage with their peers and educators during this time, fostering social interaction and language development.
4:45-5:15pm
Evening Bite
Children are offered a small, late afternoon bite that meets their developmental needs.
5:15-6:00pm
Departure
Children come back together for family grouping. Conversations with families about children's day and Centre closes.
Our Fees
Fees may vary based on the service location. For the most accurate information, please refer to the specific service pages.
At Simba Education, we believe that flexibility is key to fostering an environment where children thrive. A flexible routine is central to our approach as flexibility allows us to adapt our daily schedule based on the interests, needs, and rhythms of the children. Each group of children is unique so a flexible routine allows us to respond to the dynamics of the group, whether that means extending a popular activity, adjusting to varying energy levels, or incorporating teachable moments as they arise. For an example of our Nursery daily routine, see above.
I am still breastfeeding, can I still bring my child to care?
Absolutely. We are a breastfeeding safe service and can provide a quiet space for you to breastfeed or express when you need. Alternatively, If you are expressing, you can bring the breast milk in a breast milk safe container that is clearly labelled and we will store it safely in our fridge until it is needed.
Are nappies provided?
Yes. We provide nappies, wipes and barrier cream for our children. To see a full list of our offerings see our location pages.
My child is just starting to eat solids, do you cater for this?
Yes, our qualified chef prepares all our meals fresh on-site. For our infants that are just starting to explore food for the first time we will provide you with a first food form so that you can identify what foods your child has already tried and been identified as safe foods. We will work with you to ensure we are providing nutritious pureed and soft foods for every stage of your child's growth journey.
Toddler
Our toddler program is designed to encourage the development of self-help skills and support social growth during this early stage of exploration.
Our preschool program is flexible, offering children opportunities to enhance their social, emotional, and language skills while strengthening their sense of self-confidence.
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Simba Education acknowledges and celebrates the Traditional Owners of land, sea, sky and communities where we work and live. We are inspired by their deep connection to Country and their traditions of learning, teaching, and storytelling. We strive to create a nurturing space where children can grow with respect for the land and its First Nations peoples.
Simba Education acknowledges and celebrates the Traditional Owners of land, sea, sky and communities where we work and live. We are inspired by their deep connection to Country and their traditions of learning, teaching, and storytelling. We strive to create a nurturing space where children can grow with respect for the land and its First Nations peoples.
Simba Education acknowledges and celebrates the Traditional Owners of land, sea, sky and communities where we work and live. We are inspired by their deep connection to Country and their traditions of learning, teaching, and storytelling. We strive to create a nurturing space where children can grow with respect for the land and its First Nations peoples.
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