Jenny's Kindergarten - Epsom

Children are cared for, nurtured and kept safe, while also being challenged to find new ways to learn. The centre’s program is based on their ‘Play – Explore – Learn’ philosophy, which helps children feel challenged and engaged with learning.

PLAY

• Gross motor skills program: organised physical activities such as ball games, parachutes, running, jumping, and other activities that help develop coordination. Regular sports program to help build skills in team sports.
• Self-directed play: helps children form friendships, develop imagination and try out new ideas. The centre is filled with natural light, and the indoor and outdoor spaces are open for exploration.
• Outdoor play spaces: all designed to suit each age group. Children can get their hands dirty in the veggie patch, explore the sensory garden, climb on the equipment, and play imaginary games with their friends.

EXPLORE

• Regular excursions and incursions: the centre is well connected with the community, taking part in regular walks to parks and nature reserves.
• Cottage garden: children are encouraged to get involved with planting seeds and seedlings, tending to the plants, and helping to pick them for the centre chef to use. They also learn about water conservation and sustainability.

LEARN 

• Quirky Tales: an interactive storytelling program, which involves singing, dancing, stories, sign language and lots of fun.
• Technology: children can explore new ideas, problem-solve, and work together to find solutions. Some of the technology offered includes computers and iPads, educational apps and games to develop literacy and numeracy skills, as well as digital cameras.

Jenny’s Early Learning Centre Epsom supports local business by sourcing their ingredients from suppliers in the area, using organic produce where possible.

The in-house chef uses the local produce to create high quality meals and snacks for the children, taking into account any food intolerances, allergies or cultural considerations. Menus are prepared in conjunction with the centre’s own paediatric dietician.

The children are given the chance to help with planting and harvesting produce from the veggie garden, as part of the ‘seed to plate’ program.  The fruits, vegetables and herbs are then used by the chef to create the food for the centre.