KingKids Early Learning Centre and Kindergarten Berwick in Berwick, Victoria | Childcare service

KingKids Early Learning Centre and Kindergarten Berwick

Locality: Berwick, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 8786 7866

Address: 61-67 Golf Links Road 3806 Berwick, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.kingkids.com.au

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25.01.2022 Meet Our Team Wednesdays This is Nicole. She was the room leader in our Jacarandas room but she has just started her maternity leave, how exciting! Lets get to know Nicole! 1. Do you have any hidden talents?... I cant think of one 2. What is your dream holiday? Hawaii 3. Whats the best thing about being a early childhood educator? Being apart of childrens learning journey and helping then grow, sharing the enjoyment of reading stories, arts, crafts and puzzles 4. What is your favourite animal? Cats 5. If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose? In the 90s, I had lots of fun growing up in this decade 6. Is there a quote or saying that you live by? Always trust your gut instincts 7. What is your first memory from kindergarten? Playing dress ups and dolls 8. If you could take the children on an excursion anywhere in the world, where would it be? To visit a rainforest so that we can learn about animals and insects 9. If you could pass on any words of wisdom to the children, what would they be? Always try your best, mistakes are proof that you are trying

25.01.2022 Meet Our Team Wednesday’s This is Aiden! He has been an educator at KingKids Berwick while the new Hallam centre was being built. Aiden’s off to KingKids Hallam from next week. Lets get to know (and farewell) Aiden! 1. Do you have any hidden talents?... I’m pretty good at cooking and experimenting in the kitchen to find new flavours 2. What is your dream holiday? To go to Egypt and check out the pyramids 3. What’s the best thing about being a early childhood educator? Getting to see the children learn and explore a world full of things that us adults may find boring and gross but to children, it is so much more 4. What is your favourite animal? Owls, any and all species 5. If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose? I’d love to grow up now in the 2010’s, being at the advent of space exploration would be awesome 6. Is there a quote or saying that you live by? People will never truly understand something until it happens to them 7. What is your first memory from kindergarten? I remember getting a graduation present at the end of kinder in the form of a mug that i still keep to this day 8. If you could take the children on an excursion anywhere in the world, where would it be? The great barrier reef, the chance to show such an amazing natural wonder and help teach children about conservation and saving the reef would be great. (Also, I've never been) 9. If you could pass on any words of wisdom to the children, what would they be? Have fun, enjoy every day to its fullest and don't ever not do something you may regret later

25.01.2022 Remember, it is Red Nose Day tomorrow at KingKids Berwick! Wear some red to support the SIDS foundation For more information, see the below link:... www.rednose.org.au See more

25.01.2022 Business Mondays Maybe its because my name is on this earings stand or maybe because I actually really love the custom creations that this business creates. These are such great gift ideas (or even special surprises to buy yourselves ).... https://www.facebook.com//a.14232901977/2749615418476175/

24.01.2022 We are currently having some internet issues so unfortunately we are unable to send out an email to all of our families. We would like to let everyone know that we will be taking a little step back in our drop off and collection procedure at KingKids Berwick. Recently, we have allowed one family member into the centre to go to the door of their childs room to then meet an educator. Unfortunately, due to the spike in Casey and Cardinia Covid-19 cases, we will be returning to ...collecting the children from the front door of the service when you are dropping off and bringing them back to the front door when you are picking up. Please see one of our friendly team members at the front door (like smiley Emily in this photo) and they will take your childs temperature before taking them to the room for you. Always remember to encourage your children as well as yourself to use the hand sanitiser provided and to maintain a 1.5 metre distance from those around you

24.01.2022 One of our favourite days of the year has come around, pyjama day Why do we have an annual pyjama day each year? Well this is in support of the Pyjama Foundation. The Pyjama Foundation is a foundation that raises awareness and vital funds for children who are in foster care.... So remember to dress your children in their favourite pyjamas tomorrow We will have a donation point at the sign in iPad tomorrow morning but if you cant donate there and want to, feel free to head to the link below to donate directly to the foundation: www.nationalpyjamaday.com

23.01.2022 HAPPY FATHERS DAY TO ALL THE SPECIAL MEN IN OUR LIVES FOR YESTERDAY Although it was spent different to how we really wanted it to be, I definitely saw a lot of love and appreciation throughout the day yesterday. How did you spend your fathers day? What special gifts did people get?

23.01.2022 Did you know it is Jeans for Genes day tomorrow? (not red nose day as Cassies mistake on the calendar of events oops) Make sure you remember to dress in denim to help raise awareness and funds for the Childrens Medical Research Institute ... To find out more about the cause, head to the link below: www.jeansforgenes.org.au

22.01.2022 Meet Our Team Wednesdays This is Maria! She one of our support educators for KingKids Berwick. Lets get to know Maria! 1. Do you have any hidden talents?... I can do folk art painting 2. What is your dream holiday? The great barrier reef 3. Whats the best thing about being a early childhood educator? Being apart of the childrens learning journey and witnessing their delights as they learn 4. What is your favourite animal? Dogs 5. If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose? The 80s, loved the music 6. Is there a quote or saying that you live by? Treat others the way you want to be treated 7. What is your first memory from kindergarten? Playing with my friends on the climbing equipment 8. If you could take the children on an excursion anywhere in the world, where would it be? To France in winter to experience a white Christmas 9. If you could pass on any words of wisdom to the children, what would they be? Stay positive, always have a go and dont be afraid to make mistakes

22.01.2022 Hi all I am sure there will be many questions that all of our families have regarding childcare and all the things that come with it. Please be aware that we are receiving the information at the same time as everyone else and are still awaiting official news and what it means for KingKids moving forward. There will be an email sent out to all families as soon as possible from KingKids. I have attached the official statement from the Victorian Premier below and what stage ...4 restrictions mean for everyone. We are resilient, we are strong and we can all get through this together

22.01.2022 Meet Our Team Wednesdays This is Liza! She one of the co educators in the Cherry Blossoms room. Lets get to know Liza! 1. Do you have any hidden talents?... I love doing makeup 2. What is your dream holiday? Dubai, I cant wait to do the desert safari 3. Whats the best thing about being a early childhood educator? I love watching the children grow and learn new skills while I get to know about each childs unique personality traits. I love walking into the room in the mornings because the children will run to me and give me cuddles 4. What is your favourite animal? Cats 5. If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose? The 90s 6. Is there a quote or saying that you live by? Treat others how you want to be treated 7. What is your first memory from kindergarten? Doing paintings and being obsessed with Barney the dinosaur 8. If you could take the children on an excursion anywhere in the world, where would it be? I would like the children to visit other countries so that they can see how lucky we are 9. If you could pass on any words of wisdom to the children, what would they be? Dont do to others what you dont like done to you, always be fair

22.01.2022 Meet Our Team Wednesdays This is Bianca! She is the room leader of the Jacarandas room and also the educational leader for KingKids Berwick. Lets get to know Bianca! 1. Do you have any hidden talents?... I can dance. I came 2nd in the state ballroom latin American dance competition 2. What is your dream holiday? Greece or Italy 3. Whats the best thing about being a early childhood educator? Watching the children learn and grow as they become little people with big personalities 4. What is your favourite animal? Golden retrievers 5. If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose? The 1920s 6. Is there a quote or saying that you live by? Act confident and no one will question you 7. What is your first memory from kindergarten? That I cried every day 8. If you could take the children on an excursion anywhere in the world, where would it be? Disneyland 9. If you could pass on any words of wisdom to the children, what would they be? Stand up for what you believe in, even if it means standing alone

20.01.2022 Arent our team very spoilt, another (yummy) thank you gift for us! Thank you to the family that made us some scrumptious cookies to enjoy on our morning teas

20.01.2022 There is no such thing as too much denim for Jeans For Genes Day What kind of overalls does Mario wear? Denim, denim, denim!

20.01.2022 Today is R U OK Day and I think everyone needs to embrace this day more than ever. Sometimes a simple R U OK? will be the difference between a good and a bad day for some people. Always remember...... After every rain storm, a beautiful rainbow forms and After every dark night, is a brighter day https://www.facebook.com/158084124220520/posts/3802496646445898/?extid=gN4zmlmoXSx2GNTj&d=n

19.01.2022 Business Mondays What a great gift idea?! Looking through this businesses Facebook page has pretty much ticked off the Christmas presents for my family this year Head over to SPS Laser Products to check out some of their other creations!... https://www.facebook.com/111168803823517/posts/144063000534097/?d=n

18.01.2022 Meet Our Team Wednesdays This is Dinusha! She is the co educator in our Jacarandas room. Lets get to know Dinusha! 1. Do you have any hidden talents?... Yes, sports 2. What is your dream holiday? France 3. Whats the best thing about being a early childhood educator? Seeing children learn and grow up in my care as it brings endless joy to me as an educator 4. What is your favourite animal? Parrots 5. If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose? 2000s 6. Is there a quote or saying that you live by? To win big, you sometimes have to take big risks - Bill Gates 7. What is your first memory from kindergarten? The first day of kindergarten 8. If you could take the children on an excursion anywhere in the world, where would it be? Disneyland 9. If you could pass on any words of wisdom to the children, what would they be? Whatever you do, always try your best

18.01.2022 Business Mondays Apologies for being a bit behind on these weekly Monday posts to support some small and local businesses but I have found such a great one for our families to show off today! How adorable are these dummy chains, completely handmade?! This business specialises in macrame products, both custom and pre made pieces.... Some great pot hangers for the plant enthusiast and even some amazing wall hang displays to brighten up any room https://www.facebook.com//a.135656368059/149869156637805/

17.01.2022 How cool is this! I personally have never got to see the penguin parade in real life but it is definitely on my bucket list for after lockdowns have finished. For now, at least I can get a opportunity to see the cute little penguins via this live stream These streams will run nightly from 6:00 PM from Tuesday onwards. Mor information on the event page below.... https://facebook.com/events/s/watch-penguin-parade-live-from/2646661732317655/?ti=icl

17.01.2022 Today is Global MND Awareness Day and KingKids Berwick are encouraging everyone to wear the colour blue tomorrow MND (Motor Neurone Disease) is a disease that not many people are aware of. I (Cassie) was not aware of this myself until finding out my aunty had been diagnosed with MND. Since then, I have found out more about this disease and seen the effects that it has on the close support networks around the diagnosed person. MND is a name for a group of diseases that the n...erve cells (neurones) fail to work properly. These nerve cells are the ones that help us all walk, talk, breathe, swallow and move around. With these failing nerve cells, the muscles of the diagnosed person begin to weaken and waste away, at many different rates. At this point in time, there is still no nown cure for the disease. You can find out more information and donate directly to the cause at the below link: www.mnd.asn.au Remember to wear blue tomorrow

17.01.2022 Meet Our Team Wednesdays This is Holly! She one of our support educators for KingKids Berwick. Lets get to know Holly! 1. Do you have any hidden talents?... I can touch my nose with my tongue 2. What is your dream holiday? Travelling through the Greek islands 3. Whats the best thing about being a early childhood educator? Building relationships with the children and having them love you as much as you love them 4. What is your favourite animal? Giraffes 5. If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose? 90s 6. Is there a quote or saying that you live by? Dont let anyone treat you like you are salsa, you are guacamole baby 7. What is your first memory from kindergarten? Playing with my besties Sharni and Nina on the playground 8. If you could take the children on an excursion anywhere in the world, where would it be? To Queensland to go to the Australian Zoo 9. If you could pass on any words of wisdom to the children, what would they be? Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind, dont matter and those who matter, dont mind - Dr Seuss

15.01.2022 Meet Our Team Wednesdays This is Achani! She one of the co educators in the Lilly Pillies room. Lets get to know Achani! 1. Do you have any hidden talents?... Organising events and drawing 2. What is your dream holiday? Germany 3. Whats the best thing about being a early childhood educator? Every child is unique and we can witness their achievements. The best thing in my career is the smile of a child who comes in the morning to welcome me when entering the room 4. What is your favourite animal? Elephant 5. If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose? The 80s in which I spent my childhood full of joy 6. Is there a quote or saying that you live by? If you want to be happy, focus on living fully in the present 7. What is your first memory from kindergarten? Playing piano while singing weirdly 8. If you could take the children on an excursion anywhere in the world, where would it be? Japan to show the children how the people are polite, friendly and active 9. If you could pass on any words of wisdom to the children, what would they be? You are responsible of your inner peace, do not complain about others

14.01.2022 Meet Our Team Wednesdays This is Emily! She is one of our support educators at KingKids Berwick. Lets get to know Emily! 1. Do you have any hidden talents?... I am a competitive cheerleader and dancer, I compete in competitions 2. What is your dream holiday? The Whitsundays or the Greek Islands 3. Whats the best thing about being a early childhood educator? Watching the children grow and learn new skills 4. What is your favourite animal? A dolphin 5. If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose? 1920s, I love the music and dancing 6. Is there a quote or saying that you live by? Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart - Winnie the Pooh 7. What is your first memory from kindergarten? Playing in the sandpit (I was that child who would eat the sand) 8. If you could take the children on an excursion anywhere in the world, where would it be? I would love to take them to the snow either in Australia or Switzerland 9. If you could pass on any words of wisdom to the children, what would they be? Be who you want to be, the best thing about you is who you are

14.01.2022 We are missing all our families who are isolating at home At KingKids Berwick, we are ensuring that there are ongoing learning activities that can be done by families and there children at home. One of the ways we do this is by giving ideas for learning in the private Facebook groups.... Another way you can be involved in the ongoing and home learning is by having a look through our resources section on our website, where you will find worksheets and other learning ideas. These worksheets are based on the learning that is going on within the KingKids services. Head to the below link to find out more: https://kingkids.com.au/at-home-learning/

12.01.2022 We love a bit of messy play at KingKids Berwick and these photos show some of our Honey Myrtles children exploring some soapy slime! While the clothes may need an extra wash, here is some of the benefits of the messy play that your children may be involved in while in care: - The children are exploring their senses. They get to touch different textures, smell a range of scents and listen to the sounds that they may make - Lots of open ended communication opportunities. Mess...y play opens up a lot of ways that we can communicate with the children, discussing what they are doing, asking open ended questions and following up on these answers - Dramatic/role play. Your childs shirt had mud on it? Well they were making mud pies in the mud kitchen. There is sand in your childs shoes? They were feeling the sand between their toes as they took part in a treasure hunt. Paint on your childs pants? Well your child was creating a masterpiece like the artist that they are Make a mess, its fun!

12.01.2022 Spoonville has come to KingKids Berwick! We have offered the children the chance to create some spoon people over the past week and placed them outside our gates. The reason for them being outside our gates it to let the families at home also have the chance to take part and come add their own little spoon person! We love the creativity

12.01.2022 Meet Our Team Wednesdays This is Poonam! She is the kindergarten assistant in The Willows room. Lets get to know Poonam! 1. Do you have any hidden talents?... Cake decorating - didnt know until we were in lockdown as I got the chance to decorate my kids cakes myself 2. What is your dream holiday? Visit every island within Australia. Australia has the most beautiful places/islands that are rich in nature, white sands and blue water 3. Whats the best thing about being a early childhood educator? Working with children is a great opportunity to learn for yourself, at the same time that you are teaching them 4. What is your favourite animal? I like birds and my favourite bird is a parrot 5. If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose? I am lucky that I got to grow up in the 80s - great music, bell bottoms and orange lollies 6. Is there a quote or saying that you live by? What comes easy wont last long and what lasts long wont come easy 7. What is your first memory from kindergarten? I hid my bag so that I didnt have to go to kinder but my parents found it 8. If you could take the children on an excursion anywhere in the world, where would it be? Take them to any not so wealthy country to understand and see just how lucky and privileged we are 9. If you could pass on any words of wisdom to the children, what would they be? Childhood is the best phase of life, enjoy it while you can

11.01.2022 What did the baby bird say when he knocked on the door for Halloween? Trick or Tweet! Just a reminder, it is our Halloween dress up day tomorrow!

09.01.2022 Thank you to everyone that dressed up for Halloween at KingKids Berwick! Check out our scary ghosts that were lurking the yards

07.01.2022 Thursday is dress like a superhero day! We think all of our children are the superheroes in our lives, especially during the trying times of this year. So, remember your superhero costume

07.01.2022 Thank you! Thank you to our amazing educators. Thank you to our wonderful kitchen duo. Thank you to our dedicated management team. Thank you to our awsome head office members.... Thank you to our cheerful families. And last of all (most importantly), thank you to our INCREDIBLE children See more

06.01.2022 Meet Our Team Wednesdays This is Bonnie! She one of our support educators for KingKids Berwick. Lets get to know Bonnie! 1. Do you have any hidden talents?... I play the saxophone 2. What is your dream holiday? A family holiday to Europe 3. Whats the best thing about being a early childhood educator? Having a positive influence on so many lives 4. What is your favourite animal? Dogs and pygmy possums 5. If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose? The 1980s 6. Is there a quote or saying that you live by? Dont worry, be happy 7. What is your first memory from kindergarten? Playing games with my friends 8. If you could take the children on an excursion anywhere in the world, where would it be? The Melbourne zoo 9. If you could pass on any words of wisdom to the children, what would they be? Make the most of every opportunity and dont be afraid to make mistakes, theyre the best learning experiences

06.01.2022 Check out some of our amazing team getting involved in pyjama day today! Pyjama day always has such great involvement by all children and our team, it is definitely one of KingKids Berwicks favourite dress up days

06.01.2022 Hidden in the back corner of our centre is our chicken coop! These two little mischievous chooks will often have time to run around our yard with the children, to experience some free range time. We have realised that our two beautiful chooks are nameless at the moment and would love some suggestions of names. Ask your children what they think will be a great name for the chooks and comment it below

03.01.2022 Business Mondays The team at KingKids Berwick are definitely a fan of a scrunchie or two and whats better than some beautiful handmade scrunchies! Scrunched Daily creates many different types of scrunchies for everyone to enjoy. There are so many colours and patterns that they would cater to all scrunchie lovers ... Head to their page because they are also having a competition to win 10 scrunchies of your choice! https://www.facebook.com/106191921105263/posts/123749456016176/?d=n

03.01.2022 Oh baby Congratulations to our team member Nicole on the arrival of her perfect baby girl, Ivy Grace. We are all very excited for Nicole and are looking forward to some socially distanced cuddles as soon as we can

03.01.2022 We love a dress up day at KingKids Berwick and love when our team members get involved! We want to congratulate our team on their amazing dress up efforts on the recent theme days that we had and we hope they enjoyed their sweets and candy grazing boxes created by Caked! Aiden who dressed up as the Lorax for book week ... Poonam who dressed up as a ghost for halloween Emily who was decked out in Melbourne Storm gear from head to toe on footy day (apologies for not getting photos of all dressed up as the grazing boxes were a surprise)

02.01.2022 Meet Our Team Wednesdays This is Amrit! She is the room leader in our Lilly Pillies room. Lets get to know Amrit! 1. Do you have any hidden talents?... My hidden talent is that I can paint really well, it was my favourite thing to do when I was a child 2. What is your dream holiday? I would love to go to the Maldives 3. Whats the best thing about being a early childhood educator? The smiles and cuddles that I get when I open the door to start my day, its the best part of the day 4. What is your favourite animal? Meerkats 5. If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose? The present decade because we all have the right to express ourselves 6. Is there a quote or saying that you live by? Everything happens for a reason 7. What is your first memory from kindergarten? Wearing a uniform, carrying my bag and walking in with my sister 8. If you could take the children on an excursion anywhere in the world, where would it be? Disneyland in Paris to meet all the favourite characters and getting lost in a magical world 9. If you could pass on any words of wisdom to the children, what would they be? Be who you are and never say no without giving it a try

02.01.2022 So great to see everyone showing off their favourite sporting teams today! We hope that everyone enjoys the long weekend

02.01.2022 Since it looks like masks will be a thing for a lot longer than we would like, this is a great video made by the ABC with some simple signs for the deaf community. https://www.facebook.com/abcmelbourne/videos/373636073632849/?vh=e&extid=TKTgXhc0Wnej1fQa

01.01.2022 Tomorrow is KingKids Berwicks annual rainbow dress up day Why do we dress up in rainbow colours once a year? Well we do this to remember Andy King and his chosen charity, Zaidees Rainbow Foundation.... Who is Andy King? Andy King and his wife Jo King are the people that created the KingKids childcare centres that we know and love. Andy was a very regular and happy face that our team got to know and love from the time the first KingKids centre opened up in Berwick. Sadly, a couple of months after the third centre had opened in Rowville, Andy passed away. We still take time to reflect and remember the great man that Andy was What is Zaidees Rainbow Foundation? Zaidees Rainbow Foundation is a charity that was set up as a way for people to become aware if the significance of organ and tissue donation. Zaidee was a girl that passed away at the age of 7 due to a burst blood vessel in he brain. Zaidee was registered as an organ and tissue donor before the time of her death, meaning that she had saved and improved a further 7 lives We will have a donation tin at reception if you wish to donate to the foundation. Alternatively, you can head directly to the website to find out more information and donate directly to the charity at the below link: www.zaidee.org

01.01.2022 Did you remember your face mask when you dropped off and collected your children? We are are so proud to see how many families were wearing their face masks on the first offical day of the new law to wear a mask when out in public While team members working directly with children are exempt from wearing a mask, we are still giving the team that choice if they would like to wear one in the rooms with the children. All other areas of our centre, our team will be wearing mask...s. This includes the office for myself and Naomi, the kitchen for Chantelle and Skye and any other common areas such as the foyer when greeting families in the morning/afternoon. Children under the age of 12 are also exempt from the rule of wearing masks but if a child would like to make the choice to wear one, that is more than ok! (no child under the age of 2 should be wearing a mask at all) While we know it may be a bit annoying to remember your mask between the car and the front door of the centre, our team will be there to give you a reminder if you forget your mask. We thank everyone for working with us and taking on all the new changes so well. The KingKids team and the families who bring their children to the centre are all so resilient and we couldnt be prouder

01.01.2022 We had some very happy (and not so happy) children eager to show off their rainbows for rainbow day