Alive Parafield Gardens in Parafield Gardens | Childcare service

Alive Parafield Gardens

Locality: Parafield Gardens

Phone: +61 8 8283 8200

Address: 71 Shepherdson Road 5107 Parafield Gardens, SA, Australia

Website: http://www.alivecatholic.org.au/

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22.01.2022 Our excursions to the fish farm and ecology centre in the school provide wonderful opportunities for discovery, curiosity and wonder. Recently, children helped to feed the turtle and observed the bearded dragons and species of fish. They made connections between what they were observing and their own understandings. For example, "turtles eat fish for breakfast but I eat porridge". They also noticed details about the animals such as the "rough skin" on the dragon and "long tails" on the hopping mice.

19.01.2022 BOOK WEEK Last week we celebrated the magic of books. Some children participated in an interactive author talk 'Sneaky Puss Goes Exploring' through the Salisbury Library Service and viewed a live performance titled 'The Latest Discovery' with Holy Family Reception/Year 1 classes. On Friday we dressed up in our favourite costume and took part in the school parade. What a wonderful week of learning and fun it was!

15.01.2022 Combining the long hours of childcare with the enriched learning environments of kindergarten, early learning centres are an excellent combined care and educational option for many families. Alive (Parafield Gardens) offers early learning and kindergarten, with places available for children 2 to 3 years old. To book a tour or enrol: https://www.alivecatholic.org.au/centres/parafield-gardens

15.01.2022 Our thoughts and prayers are with our children, families and community at this time. We hope you are all safe and well. We recommend the book 'This is Coronavirus' by SA Health which supports children to understand the virus and changes that are happening in their lives (link below). Take care everyone.... https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au//20043%2BCovid-19%2BChildre

11.01.2022 Last week we held our first Alive Community Breakfast from 7am in our dining room. Families and caregivers were invited to collect a freshly baked muffin (made by our cook Liza) and a take away tea or coffee to start their day. This morning provided a beautiful opportunity to connect with families and caregivers and build our sense of belonging and community. We love working in partnership with our families.

06.01.2022 Our kitchen and dining room are learning environments and our preschool cooking program supports children learn skills and knowledge for life. This week children have been learning to make butter cookies, with our wonderful cook Liza. Children have been making the dough by measuring and mixing ingredients then rolling and shaping the dough before baking. They have also been learning how to clean and wash up after cooking. What a rich learning experience!

05.01.2022 Did you know about 90% of brain development happens before the age of 5? The early years are so important to your child's development and wellbeing. How the brain grows is strongly influenced by what's happening in a child's environment and their interactions with the people and world around them. At Alive, our specialists in early childhood education create positive learning experiences that cater for your child. Because we believe every child deserves the opportunity to bec...ome their own version of remarkable. For more information: www.alivecatholic.org.au

05.01.2022 HEURISTIC PLAY (TREASURE BASKETS) We support our youngest learners to explore and understand their world through Heuristic Play (Treasure Baskets). Heuristic Play supports baby's personal, social and emotional development by providing them with a play experience in which they can make choices and play autonomously, delighting in the exploration of carefully chosen objects with all their senses.

04.01.2022 REMEMBRANCE DAY On Wednesday 11/11/20 we commemorated Remembrance Day with a service in each of our learning environments to honour the men and women who have served in war and conflict. We particularly honour the service men and women from our parent and family community. We express our heartfelt gratitude for your service and sacrifice. Our learning program has included experiences to develop children's understanding of the significance of Remembrance Day and symbols such as the poppy.

04.01.2022 We are delighted to advise that Alive Catholic Early Learning will be open on Monday 23rd of November 2020. We look forward to welcoming back our children, staff and families. Kind regards,... Nicole Tropeano-Atyeo Head of Early Learning https://www.alivecatholic.org.au/news/coronavirus

01.01.2022 At Alive, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to become their own version of remarkable. That's why we have a personalised approach to to early learning and kindergarten, combining an understanding of human development and a responsiveness to individual needs. For more information, visit www.alivecatholic.org.au