Monday to Friday 6:30am – 6:00pm
Easter Hat Parade 2021
Our Easter hat parades will be held in April as follows;
Bushbabies at 10:30am Monday 29th March, 2021 within the bushbabies external yard
Snugglepots 10:30am on Tuesday 30th March 2021 within the Snugglepots external yard
Gumnuts 3:30pm on Tuesday 30th March 2021 within the gumnuts external yard
Joeys 10:30am on Wednesday 31st March 2021 within the preschool external yard
Koalas 3:15pm on Wednesday 31st March 2021 within the preschool external yard
Emus at 10:30am Thursday 1st April at 10:30am within the preschool yard.
This is an annual event at Erina kindergarten. We ask families/carers to make hats at home and come and show us your creations on the nominated day of your childs allocated room.
We look forward to seeing your Easter hat creations.
Changes to Storypark
Erina Kindergarten families,
You may notice in the coming weeks that some of the documentation that you are receiving on story park will be changing. After much reflection on our current documentation processes we will now be completing ‘snapshots of our day’ in replacement of the current day sheet. This will allow for our families to continue to see photos of all the wonderful experiences that the children undertake each day within their Kindi environments.
In making these changes we are ensuring that we spend more time taking part in quality interactions and documenting meaningful and holistic learning that your children are taking part in. You will notice that your child/ren will be receiving more group and individual learning stories that will keep you updated through their learning journey.
Please give us any feedback that you have, we appreciate your contributions as we continue to improve our programming and planning procedures.
Kind regards,
Erina Kindergarten Team.
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About Erina Kindergarten
Located in the leafy sub-coastal suburb of Erina, our facility is your premium centre for early learning. Early experiences and environment shape and influence your children and prepare them for their futures. By providing a caring and nurturing environment we build on your children’s home experiences and work closely with our parents to provide a fun learning environment with a holistic approach to reading, writing, numeracy, environmental awareness and sustainability.
Why Choose Us?
Staff Members of the month
Miss Eva & Miss Shania
At Erina Kindergarten we pride ourselves on having high quality educators that are part of our team. We like to recognise Educators that have demonstrated excellence by awarding them with an Educator of the Month Award a $25 gift voucher.
This month our $25 gift vouchers go to
Miss Eva in the Joeys room for being a great support to the room leaders and educators providing knowledge and assistance at various times. ‘
To Miss Shania for being a great support in the Snuggles room and using initiative with her community gardening project.
This Month we also celebrated with flowers and a $50 voucher for Miss Maddi making it to her 10 years of working at Erina Kindy. We thank Miss Maddi for her dedication and hard work over the years.
Meals at Erina Kindergarten
At Erina we work closely with a team of qualified chefs and nutritionists to produce creative and delicious meals in separate preparation areas to suit children with allergies or cultural preferences. Homemade meals are prepared fresh daily. We are always on top of the latest advice about the most balanced diet for children, and our internationally recognised HACCP certified food production kitchen is equipped to cater for all your child’s meal requirements. You child will be exposed to a world of flavours and textures and nutritious meals every day!
Our meals are supplemented by a large selection of fresh fruit and raw vegetable crudités to serve with morning and afternoon tea, as well as fresh, steamed vegetables for lunch. All our meals are freshly prepared with high-quality, seasonal ingredients so you can be assured your child is receiving all the nutrients each day that’s exceeds the national dietary guidelines for children whilst in our care at Erina Kindergarten.
Testimonials
Dear Gumnuts Educators and EK Directors
I just wanted to write to you to thank you all so much for making the last few months of 2020 such a great time for Frankie in the gumnuts room. Thank you for including her and helping her along the way. Special thanks to Olivia and Beth for really going the extra mile and being by Frankie’s side and supporting her and being so eager to fill me in on Frankie’s day at pickup time. Her time in the gumnuts room has had such a positive impact on her growth and development. She absolutely loves to come to Erina Kindy and she loves the gumnuts room and all her friends and educators. Looking forward to seeing you again in 2021. Hope you all have a great Xmas break and hoping 2021 is a much better year for all! Thank you. Lisa and MauriceLisa and MauriceLisa and Maurice
To all staff at Erina Kindergarten,
Lily and James along with myself (Nicole), my husband (AJ) and their brother Lucas would like to extend a big thank you to all the staff at Erina Kindergarten!! We only started this year, and what a year it has been! Lily has loved being in Joey's and is now prepared for big school, James has enjoyed his time in both gumnuts and Emu's, and we are very excited to start Lucas in Bush babies next year.Nicole and AJNicole and AJ
"My son is new to the centre. We are so fortunate to have beautiful educators in the baby room. He is so happy and comfortable in the room. It is comforting to know that we are leaving him in the care of such lovely teachers. Thank you all for everything that you do." Thanks Mel
S BiddleS Biddle
I think you are all doing an amazing job of looking after us families. We are very lucky to have you all and I am very grateful. My children have been attending Erina Kindergarten since 2010 and I cannot fault the staff or management...especially all the wonderful new additions that Veronica and Matt have done to the centre. Outstanding. Kindest regards Lisa Corneck (Reubens mum).
Lisa CorneckLisa Corneck
My daughter absolutely loves it here! All the educators are amazing, kind hearted and FUN. The set up, routines and structure is brilliant. My daughter is 16 months going on 16, she’s learnt so much from this kindy. Today she didn’t want to leave!
J BradneyJ Bradney
We would like to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to your staff who have cared for and taught Genevieve over the years. Continue your fantastic work in and around the grounds of the centre. You are a premium service provider and we are fortunate to have had this experience. Kind regards Cathrine & James
Catherine & JamesCatherine & James
Thank you SO much Tash!! We can not say how happy we are with Rory’s development updates and with you all encouraging him so much. It’s so nice to see him thriving there and we really do appreciate all the time taken to provide these posts.
DaniDani Gleeson
Dear Zoe, I hope you are well.I wanted to email you and pass on some positive feedback about all the educators involved in my son Leonardo's care. We have been with the centre for about a year and have been so happy with the experience. We have confidence in all the educators we have met and Leo is thriving. Please pass on our positive reflections to the team. With thanks, Chloe
ChloeChloe C
Hello Erina kindergarten, I have my son Huxley Atchison in the bush babies room, he has been there for four weeks now. I am writing to commend your staff on their hard work, particularly Maddison Malone & Kiera. Putting Huxley into your school was the most heart-wrenching experience I have even had to go through. Until I got to see and know Miss Maddy and Miss Keira better, that was when I started to feel a lot more confident about my decision to put Huxley in your school. I don’t get to pick Hux up a lot of the time as I work late, but every time one of my family members pick him up they always have something so amazing to say about these two ladies! I can see the true love and care these two ladies have for my boy, and it is with that, that I will stay loyal to Erina kindergarten with future little Huxleys to come. I do hope that the girls are somehow appreciated for this. Thank you so much! Matilda Hughes.
MatildaMatilda Hughes
I just wanted to say how happy we were with the Joeys room this year. Our daughter had such a great year with fantastic teachers. I just wanted to give some feedback on the teachers as they really deserve to be recognised for all that they have done. Miss Nichol is such an energetic teacher and is such a good communicator with parents. Every afternoon when I arrive to pick Macey up, she always greets me with enthusiasm and always fills me in on what Macey has done in the day. We have had Miss Nichol for a few years now and truly love having her as a teacher for our children . We have also had Miss Ellie as a teacher for a few years as well. Miss Ellie is such a warm and caring teacher and has a very special rapport with Macey. She is just so friendly and happy and Macey always talks about her and what they did together at school. Miss Ellie also greets me in the afternoon and gives me an update on the day. Macey will miss having her as a teacher next year. Mr Joel has had a huge impact on Macey this year. He just seems to be a real natural with the children and from what I see and hear, they just love him. Macey has taken a very big liking to Mr Joel, especially with his fun magic tricks and fun activities he does with them. He is so calm and patient and most importantly, fun. He has been truly amazing and I would love if all of my children to have a teacher like him every year. He just has that special something that the kids adore. Thank you again Amber
AmberAmber
Hi Alycia, I just wanted to say thank you for providing information regarding the room routines at Erina kindergarten. I am a Primary Teacher and I really enjoyed reading how the center balanced play and intentional learning. The programs look great. Our boy, Taj, loves EK and we’ve recommended it to a lot of friends and family. Thank you, Lauren
LaurenLauren
Hi, I would just like to acknowledge Miss Jess and the staff in the snugglepots room for the extra care they have been taking of my daughter Emilie over the last couple of months. Em was struggling to settle back into kindy after we came back from a few months away on holidays. After discussing my concerns with a number of the staff, Miss Jess took it upon herself to upload additional photos / stories of Em on storypark each time she attended to help us see what Em was up to. This seemingly small gesture went a long way in stimulating conversation at home and helped us to encourage the aspects of play she enjoys most at school. The staff have also been helping Em in fostering new friendships since her little friend Ella moved up to the Gumnuts room. It is nice to know that our kids have been well looked after through your centre. It is also refreshing to see that parental concerns are taken seriously - no matter how trivial they may appear to be. The extra effort taken with Emilie has made a significant difference to her life and she is much happier in herself. Please feel free to pass my compliments on to the directors, snugglepots staff and the owners. Kellie Langford
KellieKellie Langford
Nichol and the other the teachers at Erina Kindergarten have an amazing influence on Evie during her journey at Erina Kindergarten and our discovery. Nicol has had such a profound influence on Evie’s future. Evie would be a different child now and not excelling in so many areas at school without Nichol and the other caring staffs at Erina Kindergarten.
LeighLeigh Pilkington
Erina Kindergarten has been absolutely incredibly amazing and we have been so happy there the last few years. Thank you for everything the teachers have done for Ziah & Ayla.
LouiseLouise Lyttleton
In April of this year, I was searching for a school for my son. I was so happy when I found your school, the size alone amazed me as well as your equipment and colour everywhere. Then I had the pleasure of meeting your lovely staff. Miss Ash with that beautiful bubbly personality greeted me and gave me a tour and made me feel at ease. You have provided parents with such a great school with size, educational programs (exceeding national standards), great equipment and sitting areas. The thing that means most to me is that my child was in a loving and nurturing environment and you had provided that. I would love to give a massive thank you to Miss Ash, Miss Julie, Miss Tiarn, Miss Hannah, Miss Vanessa and the lovely women in the office. These teachers have been so supportive and comforting. It’s teachers like them that make a school as wonderful as yours. Thank you for the wonderful experience, I would highly recommend your school to anyone.
NicoleNicole Cross
Over the past 5 years, my family and I have moved several times with the boys going to several preschools and I have to say that Erina Kindergarten is one of the best! So i thank you for the excellent centre that you are and the quality care that you provide.
BiancaBianca Mitchell
Can I just pass on how beautiful the grounds are looking at Erina Kindergarten. Every time we arrive, they are just lovely. We have been so happy since we changed over last year. It really is an excellent pre-school. Thanks, Nat
NatalieCan I just pass on how beautiful the grounds are looking at Erina Kindergarten. Every time we arrive, they are just lovely. We have been so happy since we changed over last year. It really is an excellent pre-school. Thanks, Nat
Natalie
We will always be grateful for the positive influence and involvement the educators at Erina Kindergarten have had on the important early learning years of our children's lives.
The Scully'sThe Scully's
Our children have been going to Erina Kindergarten for many years, they love it and so do we. The educators are fantastic and they show so much care and compassion for the children. The new owners have made so may positive changes to the centre, a fantastic healthy menu ( I want to go just so i can eat there) and a natural garden and play equipment, along with many other changes.
Erina Kindergarten ParentLerissa & Brendan
You guys are truly amazing! Always improving, putting families first. Such a fabulous centre and amazing staff x
Erina Kindergarten ParentNatalie Anne
Our son Keaton adores the Bush Babies team, and we will be excited to return with both of our children when spots come up later.
May I please also commend the room leader, Miss Kelly. Incredibly compassionate, warm, easy to talk to, provides amazing advice, and really feel like she's been on our "wavelength". She is an amazing team member, Keaton clearly loves her.
Erina Kindergarten ParentKarl & Michelle
Hi Alycia, I just wanted to say thank you for providing information regarding the room routines at Erina kindergarten. I am a Primary Teacher and I really enjoyed reading how the center balanced play and intentional learning. The programs look great. Our boy, Taj, loves EK and we’ve recommended it to a lot of friends and family. Thank you, Lauren
LaurenLauren
Hi, I would just like to acknowledge Miss Jess and the staff in the snugglepots room for the extra care they have been taking of my daughter Emilie over the last couple of months. Em was struggling to settle back into kindy after we came back from a few months away on holidays. After discussing my concerns with a number of the staff, Miss Jess took it upon herself to upload additional photos / stories of Em on storypark each time she attended to help us see what Em was up to. This seemingly small gesture went a long way in stimulating conversation at home and helped us to encourage the aspects of play she enjoys most at school. The staff have also been helping Em in fostering new friendships since her little friend Ella moved up to the Gumnuts room. It is nice to know that our kids have been well looked after through your centre. It is also refreshing to see that parental concerns are taken seriously - no matter how trivial they may appear to be. The extra effort taken with Emilie has made a significant difference to her life and she is much happier in herself. Please feel free to pass my compliments on to the directors, snugglepots staff and the owners. Kellie Langford
KellieKellie Langford
Nichol and the other the teachers at Erina Kindergarten have an amazing influence on Evie during her journey at Erina Kindergarten and our discovery. Nicol has had such a profound influence on Evie’s future. Evie would be a different child now and not excelling in so many areas at school without Nichol and the other caring staffs at Erina Kindergarten.
LeighLeigh Pilkington
Erina Kindergarten has been absolutely incredibly amazing and we have been so happy there the last few years. Thank you for everything the teachers have done for Ziah & Ayla.
LouiseLouise Lyttleton
In April of this year, I was searching for a school for my son. I was so happy when I found your school, the size alone amazed me as well as your equipment and colour everywhere. Then I had the pleasure of meeting your lovely staff. Miss Ash with that beautiful bubbly personality greeted me and gave me a tour and made me feel at ease. You have provided parents with such a great school with size, educational programs (exceeding national standards), great equipment and sitting areas. The thing that means most to me is that my child was in a loving and nurturing environment and you had provided that. I would love to give a massive thank you to Miss Ash, Miss Julie, Miss Tiarn, Miss Hannah, Miss Vanessa and the lovely women in the office. These teachers have been so supportive and comforting. It’s teachers like them that make a school as wonderful as yours. Thank you for the wonderful experience, I would highly recommend your school to anyone.
NicoleNicole Cross
Over the past 5 years, my family and I have moved several times with the boys going to several preschools and I have to say that Erina Kindergarten is one of the best! So i thank you for the excellent centre that you are and the quality care that you provide.
BiancaBianca Mitchell
Can I just pass on how beautiful the grounds are looking at Erina Kindergarten. Every time we arrive, they are just lovely. We have been so happy since we changed over last year. It really is an excellent pre-school. Thanks, Nat
NatalieCan I just pass on how beautiful the grounds are looking at Erina Kindergarten. Every time we arrive, they are just lovely. We have been so happy since we changed over last year. It really is an excellent pre-school. Thanks, Nat
Natalie
We will always be grateful for the positive influence and involvement the educators at Erina Kindergarten have had on the important early learning years of our children's lives.
The Scully'sThe Scully's
Our children have been going to Erina Kindergarten for many years, they love it and so do we. The educators are fantastic and they show so much care and compassion for the children. The new owners have made so may positive changes to the centre, a fantastic healthy menu ( I want to go just so i can eat there) and a natural garden and play equipment, along with many other changes.
Erina Kindergarten ParentLerissa & Brendan
You guys are truly amazing! Always improving, putting families first. Such a fabulous centre and amazing staff x
Erina Kindergarten ParentNatalie Anne
Our son Keaton adores the Bush Babies team, and we will be excited to return with both of our children when spots come up later.
May I please also commend the room leader, Miss Kelly. Incredibly compassionate, warm, easy to talk to, provides amazing advice, and really feel like she's been on our "wavelength". She is an amazing team member, Keaton clearly loves her.
Erina Kindergarten ParentKarl & Michelle
Hi Alycia, I just wanted to say thank you for providing information regarding the room routines at Erina kindergarten. I am a Primary Teacher and I really enjoyed reading how the center balanced play and intentional learning. The programs look great. Our boy, Taj, loves EK and we’ve recommended it to a lot of friends and family. Thank you, Lauren
LaurenLauren
Hi, I would just like to acknowledge Miss Jess and the staff in the snugglepots room for the extra care they have been taking of my daughter Emilie over the last couple of months. Em was struggling to settle back into kindy after we came back from a few months away on holidays. After discussing my concerns with a number of the staff, Miss Jess took it upon herself to upload additional photos / stories of Em on storypark each time she attended to help us see what Em was up to. This seemingly small gesture went a long way in stimulating conversation at home and helped us to encourage the aspects of play she enjoys most at school. The staff have also been helping Em in fostering new friendships since her little friend Ella moved up to the Gumnuts room. It is nice to know that our kids have been well looked after through your centre. It is also refreshing to see that parental concerns are taken seriously - no matter how trivial they may appear to be. The extra effort taken with Emilie has made a significant difference to her life and she is much happier in herself. Please feel free to pass my compliments on to the directors, snugglepots staff and the owners. Kellie Langford
KellieKellie Langford
Nichol and the other the teachers at Erina Kindergarten have an amazing influence on Evie during her journey at Erina Kindergarten and our discovery. Nicol has had such a profound influence on Evie’s future. Evie would be a different child now and not excelling in so many areas at school without Nichol and the other caring staffs at Erina Kindergarten.
LeighLeigh Pilkington
Erina Kindergarten has been absolutely incredibly amazing and we have been so happy there the last few years. Thank you for everything the teachers have done for Ziah & Ayla.
LouiseLouise Lyttleton
In April of this year, I was searching for a school for my son. I was so happy when I found your school, the size alone amazed me as well as your equipment and colour everywhere. Then I had the pleasure of meeting your lovely staff. Miss Ash with that beautiful bubbly personality greeted me and gave me a tour and made me feel at ease. You have provided parents with such a great school with size, educational programs (exceeding national standards), great equipment and sitting areas. The thing that means most to me is that my child was in a loving and nurturing environment and you had provided that. I would love to give a massive thank you to Miss Ash, Miss Julie, Miss Tiarn, Miss Hannah, Miss Vanessa and the lovely women in the office. These teachers have been so supportive and comforting. It’s teachers like them that make a school as wonderful as yours. Thank you for the wonderful experience, I would highly recommend your school to anyone.
NicoleNicole Cross
Over the past 5 years, my family and I have moved several times with the boys going to several preschools and I have to say that Erina Kindergarten is one of the best! So i thank you for the excellent centre that you are and the quality care that you provide.
BiancaBianca Mitchell
Can I just pass on how beautiful the grounds are looking at Erina Kindergarten. Every time we arrive, they are just lovely. We have been so happy since we changed over last year. It really is an excellent pre-school. Thanks, Nat
NatalieCan I just pass on how beautiful the grounds are looking at Erina Kindergarten. Every time we arrive, they are just lovely. We have been so happy since we changed over last year. It really is an excellent pre-school. Thanks, Nat
Natalie
We will always be grateful for the positive influence and involvement the educators at Erina Kindergarten have had on the important early learning years of our children's lives.
The Scully'sThe Scully's
Our children have been going to Erina Kindergarten for many years, they love it and so do we. The educators are fantastic and they show so much care and compassion for the children. The new owners have made so may positive changes to the centre, a fantastic healthy menu ( I want to go just so i can eat there) and a natural garden and play equipment, along with many other changes.
Erina Kindergarten ParentLerissa & Brendan
You guys are truly amazing! Always improving, putting families first. Such a fabulous centre and amazing staff x
Erina Kindergarten ParentNatalie Anne
Our son Keaton adores the Bush Babies team, and we will be excited to return with both of our children when spots come up later.
May I please also commend the room leader, Miss Kelly. Incredibly compassionate, warm, easy to talk to, provides amazing advice, and really feel like she's been on our "wavelength". She is an amazing team member, Keaton clearly loves her.
Erina Kindergarten ParentKarl & Michelle
News
We are inviting & Nepalese families to come help us celebrate Holi 2021 & discuss with us the meaning & assist in the celebration! We will be looking to immerse the children in Indian & Nepalese culture. We will be creating our own holi art as part of our fun messy art & craft activities...
Balancing Child Care Subsidy first deadline approaching for families. Families must confirm their income after the end of each financial year to ensure they are paid the right amount of CCS. This “balancing” process is underway for two financial years – the 2018–19 financial year and the 2019–20 financial year. Last year, the first deadline...
St. Patrick’s Day celebrations at Erina kindergarten for our in celebration of our Irish families. St Patrick day observes of the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. The holiday has evolved into a celebration of Irish culture with parades, special foods, music, dancing, drinking and a whole lot of green. We ask...
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How we ranked in the National Quality Standards:
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Eucational program and practice (meeting)
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Children’s health and safety (meeting)
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Physical environment (meeting)
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Staffing arrangements (meeting)
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Relationships with children (exceeding)
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Collaborative partnerships with families and communities (meeting)
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Governance and Leadership (meeting)