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Orchard Road Community and Early Learning Centre

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21.02.2022 The Australian Government is making changes to the Child Care Subsidy. From 7 March 2022, if you have more than one child aged 5 or under in care you may get a higher subsidy. Find out if you’re eligible: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/higherCCS #ChildCareSubsidy #HigherCCS

17.02.2022 Kinder open night! Parents, carers and children are invited to visit our kindergarten to explore the facilities and speak to the teachers about the quality programs we offer. 24th of February... 5:30pm - 7:30pm No Bookings Required We can't wait to see you!

15.02.2022 Kinder open night! Parents, carers and children are invited to visit our kindergarten to explore the facilities and speak to the teachers about the quality programs we offer. 24th of February... 5:30pm - 7:30pm No Bookings Required We can't wait to see you!

08.02.2022 Happy Birthday Aph. Have a great day celebrating

31.01.2022 Happy Birthday Aph. Have a great day celebrating

28.01.2022 Applications are now open for Sessional kindergarten at ORELC!

25.01.2022 With the changes to Permitted Worker childcare permits in the last 24 hours the latest information and links to permits have been emailed out to families and can be found on our website.

24.01.2022 To all of our wonderful families, we understand this is a very difficult time and we are here with you for the next 6 weeks to provide ways to keep your children learning, creative and active during this lockdown. We are still working through information provided by the State Government as to which children we will be able to provide care for during these Stage 4 restrictions. We want to ensure that for all families whether you fall into the permitted category for care or n...ot there is no need to cancel your booking during this time. All of your children's bookings will remain in place so that once restrictions are removed their booking will still be secured. There will be no payments taken during these Stage 4 restrictions for children not attending and absences over these 6 weeks will not be counted towards your 42 allowed absences each year. We will update you with further information tomorrow so all families are aware of their situation by Thursday. Take care and we are all in this together!

24.01.2022 Congratulations to the Children's Services team who along with the Community Services team won the Circle of Excellence award for their hard work on the frontline during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you for everything you do for our community!

23.01.2022 As we say goodbye to 2020 and a year like no other, we would like to thank our wonderful Orchard Road ELC community for coming along the journey with us. It has been wonderful seeing so many children and families back in the centre these past couple of months and we are excited for what 2021 has in store. 2021 is for starting fresh and having fun! From the team at Orchard Road ELC Happy New Year!!

22.01.2022 With the shops closed we have a fun activity on how to make your own chalk paint for the footpath or driveway.

22.01.2022 Happy Birthday Jodie, we hope you have a great day celebrating with your family today.

21.01.2022 Friendly reminder that the centre will close over this Christmas/New Year holiday period.

21.01.2022 At the Y we believe in the power of inspired young people. For young people to be inspired they need to feel safe and be safe. Offering safe spaces for kids to enjoy being kids is one of our greatest privileges. Whether its at a Recreation Centre, an Early Learning Centre, an Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) program, gymnastics or a camp we offer so many programs and services for Children and Young People places of connection and belonging. Find out more: childrensprograms.whittlesea.ymca.org.au/stay_safe_tell_so/ #StaySafeTellSomeone #NCPW #theY

21.01.2022 Naidoc Week invites everyone to embrace the true history of Australia; a history that dates back over thousands of generations. We often discuss the fact that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people were Australia's first explorers, navigators, engineers, farmers, botanists, scientists, astronomers, people to use herbal medicine, artists and people to look after the land. Don't forget to view your child's Storypark profile for more stories , links and experiences your child has been involved in over the week. This week we have acknowledged, celebrated and learnt about our diverse Country and the sacrifices that was made for us many years ago.

21.01.2022 The Y Whittlesea are celebrating their Staff and Volunteer Recognition week this week. Congratulations to Kerrie Thomas from ORELC who has won the Team Player Award as nominated by her peers for the Children Services Sector. Congratulations Kerrie!

20.01.2022 Week one of 2021. Children have settled into their new environments really well and forming positive relationships with their new educators Next week we will see many more friends and educators return from holidays and our new friends commencing.... We also welcome Mia (nursery) and Tegan ( Hungry Caterpillar) to the team. If you would like to find out more about our programs please call 1309 153 322.

18.01.2022 As the General Manager of Childrens services, I am extremely proud to present to Rebecca Davis, the Centre Manager of Orchard Road, her 15 years of service to the Y Whittlesea. We thank Beck for her hard work, passion and dedication to the organisation and our childrens services sector.

17.01.2022 Happy Birthday Nim. Have a great day being pampered. Enjoy your day with family and friends.

17.01.2022 As its now September and we have some lovely Spring days coming up, just a friendly reminder to please pack a hat in your childs bag as the children will now be wearing these for outdoor play

17.01.2022 On the 11th of November at the 11th hour the Sunstone and Orchard kinder children paused to remember those who served and sacrificed in all wars and conflicts . The children sat outside in view of the flags at our neighbouring school at half mast. We listened to the Ode, and last post and paused for a minute silence. The Orchard children made poppies for all the children out of patty pans and also cut some fresh Rosemary from our herb garden as it is a symbol of remembrance.... The Sunstone children created fields of poppies by paining the sky and grass and adding some poppies and their stems. After our service educators spoke to the children about the significance of this day and that we reflect and thank those who fought and gave their lives to make our country a safe place to live.

16.01.2022 Reminder to all familes to ensure your child has a sun hat and a water bottle, clearly labelled everyday thank you!

16.01.2022 Everyone has the right to feel safe and be safe. If you see something, hear something, or feel something that makes you feel unsafe tell someone. Find out more: childrensprograms.whittlesea.ymca.org.au/stay_safe_tell_so/ #StaySafeTellSomeone #NCPW #theY

15.01.2022 We know that for children and young people to be inspired they need to feel safe and be safe. Thats why the YMCAs of Australia (the Y) have developed the innovative Stay Safe, Tell Someone Program that empowers children, young people and adults to tell someone if they are worried or concerned about their safety. #StaySafeTellSomeone #NCPW #theY

15.01.2022 A special bedtime story for Fathers Day and all the awesome dads! Happy Fathers Day!

14.01.2022 Happy Birthday Bec, we hope you have a great day celebrating with your family and friends. Enjoy the sunshine today .

14.01.2022 Join Sabeena as she sings some lovely songs in Hindi

13.01.2022 Happy Birthday Louise We hope you had a great pampering and spending it with your family and friends.

12.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to all of the wonderful dads and step-dads who make our lives so special. Relax, do something you enjoy and have a wonderful day!

12.01.2022 Making a dragon out of recycle materials with Alicia and her little helpers.

12.01.2022 When one story before bed is never enough. Enjoy a special A thousand hugs from Daddy story time.

12.01.2022 So many wonderful videos online at the moment and this one takes you on a tour of Melbourne Zoo, Healesville sanctuary and Werribee Open Range Zoo! So many animals to spot and see!

12.01.2022 Happy Birthday Em, we hope you had a great day celebrating your special day.

12.01.2022 The last few weeks many rooms have been exploring various science and STEM experiences at home or at the centre. Its been great seeing all the experiences and expressions on the childrens faces. Follow the link below for some more experiences you could do at home this week... or save for another time.... Dont forget if you can post some pictures to Storypark or below! Have a fun week!

11.01.2022 From tonight we can watch the little penguins walk up the beach to their homes on Phillip Island as the Penguin Parade will now be live each evening from 6pm!

11.01.2022 Dear Families, We have just received an update that the Childcare Permit Form for those working from home is now available. https://www.vic.gov.au/worker-permit-scheme#childcare-permit... The Access to Childcare and Kinder (Working from Home) form is for permitted workers who are working from home and are unable to supervise their children in the course of their duties and who dont have anyone else in the household who can supervise them. Reasons for this might include the other parent also being a permitted worker or because it is a single parent household. The employee and employer are required to fill this form out. Please bring it with you on your childs next booked session, as from Thursday 6th August without this documentation, we will not be able to accept your child at our service. We thank-you for your co-operation and patience.

11.01.2022 Listen to Kirsty as she reads the Colour Kittens

10.01.2022 Happy Birthday Kara. We hope your little man spoilt you today. Have a great day celebrating with your family and enjoy the sunshine.

10.01.2022 A beautiful poem from YMCA Geelong Inc reflecting on our current situation and reminding us to ask those around us R U OK?

09.01.2022 Join us for a sing along about a little black sheep

09.01.2022 Our little friends enjoying some tumble play last week.

09.01.2022 Diwali celebrations Festival of Lights. Our educators shared their cultural knowledge with children and educators, explaining the significance of this festival. Children participated in creating a Rangoli and used candles for their Diyas(oil lamps).

09.01.2022 Please be aware of potential water quality issues after last nights wild weather. Doreen is a suburb on this Yarra Valley Water has issued a water warning notice for more than 80 Melbourne suburbs including Mernda and Yarrambat We are being told not to drink their tap water or use it for food preparation unless it is boiled first.... Water which has not been boiled may be used for showering, bathing, flushing toilets, hand washing, washing dishes, clothes and garden https://www.yvw.com.au/drinking-water-advice

08.01.2022 Today is the perfect raining day for an afternoon story performance with the Australian Chamber Orchestra!

08.01.2022 Bedtime story with Rach.

08.01.2022 Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas from the Orchard Road ELC team!

08.01.2022 A conversation can change a life. Today is #RUOKDay, a national reminder to ask yourself and those around you R U OK? This year's message is 'There's more to say after R U OK?' - Ask, then listen, encourage action and check in. Learn what to say after R U OK? at www.ruok.org.au #theresmoretosay

08.01.2022 The children were engaged in the Cosy Cocoon room exploring Australian animals. We discussed what food various animals ate, what sounds they made and where they live.

08.01.2022 The Y is celebrating 30 years of National Child Protection Week by rolling out one of the first ever child safety models co-designed by children and young people across a country. We are demonstrating our continued commitment as a leader in the safety of children through our Stay Safe, Tell Someone program. The program is the first to be developed through the eyes and voices of more than 500 children in Australia aged three to 18 who participated in face-to-face consultat...ions and surveys.Find out more: https://whittlesea.ymca.org.au/about/safeguarding-children/ #NCPW #StaySafeTellSomeone

08.01.2022 This week we are celebrating Science week and yesterday our friends from Orchard Room and moonstone joined us for a play in the Riverstone group. We tried to do magic foam out of vinegar, bicarb soda and food colouring. First, we did a dark blue colour foam, the second one was a very nice red colour; however, we didn't have enough vinegar for the second foam to rise out of the container.... After these experiments, we watched this video about the explanation of the chemical reaction we just saw and also, other experiment we could do at home. https://youtu.be/_CYgsqji_0k We had a lot of fun!

07.01.2022 Kirsty has been exploring colours and mixing colours using iceblocks. you might be able to try this at home.

07.01.2022 January was such a busy period for our children as they explored their new rooms and environments. February has also started this way too as we welcome all our 3 & 4 yold kinder friends this week. Children reconnected relationships with their peers after a short break and commenced forming new relationships.... Families don’t forget to view Storypark to see all the exciting adventures your child is experiencing. Please call today 1300 153 332 if you wish to book a tour. #learningthroughplay #learningenvironments #friendship #adventure #funtimes

07.01.2022 Our Little Caterpillar friends out exploring our construction site today. To find out more about our experiences please call 1300 153 332. To view our service please head to our website to look at our virtual tour. www.childrensprograms.whittlesea.ymca.org.au... Face to face tours will commence shortly

07.01.2022 To all Orchard Road ELC families, An email has been sent to you and also via Storypark with an update on Stage 4 restrictions for our centre. Please carefully read and complete the required form by 9am Wednesday 5th August. Sorry for the short turn around but we are wanting to ensure we have the most up to date and accurate information for you. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

06.01.2022 Problem solving and loose part construction. A few of the boys began building a tall skyscraper with the crates recently. This is something that several of them do on a regular basis however on this particular day they had a problem. It was quite windy and as they built their tower over their heads, a gust of wind would blow up and blow the whole tower over. The boys found this frustrating after all of their efforts to stack, balance and rearrange their buildings. ... Kerrie explained that taller towers are often a bit unstable and that taller is not necessarily stronger. Kerrie suggested to them to look around and think of a way to make their tall tower stronger. They set about placing planks in position, one on each side. They stepped back and admired their "stronger tower." To find out more about our kindergarten programs please call 1300 153 332.

04.01.2022 Story time with a dog called Spot!

03.01.2022 Today is Early Childhood Educators Day in which we recognise the wonderful work our educators do. In recent months we have seen just how essential their work is in educating, caring and developing the children they care for. To all our staff members...We are very proud of you and we appreciate all you are doing for the children, their families and our community. Enjoy your special day. Happy Educators' Day!

03.01.2022 Some of our local libraries will be opening from this Thursday with a click and collect service available!

02.01.2022 Welcome back to 2021. Children and educators exploring and engaging in our new environments in the Busy Butterfly and Orchard room this week. To find out more about our programs or book a tour call 1300 153 332.

02.01.2022 Given this afternoons announcement from the State Government that as of 6:00pm tonight, August 2, Stage 4 restrictions will be in effect across metropolitan Melbourne for at least the next 6 weeks. We are awaiting further announcements and clarification on this tomorrow and what this will mean for Orchard Road ELC. We will provide updates to families tomorrow via email, socials and our website. Stay safe!

25.12.2021 Happy Birthday Em, we hope you had a great day celebrating your special day.

23.12.2021 We still have limited enrolments available for 2022 We have four year old kinder spots available in our Moonstone Group which runs Mondays and Fridays 9.00am 4.30pm. You can take a virtual tour of our centre right now! Watch our video here: https://bit.ly/3rjSHaK

11.12.2021 January was such a busy period for our children as they explored their new rooms and environments. February has also started this way too as we welcome all our 3 & 4 yold kinder friends this week. Children reconnected relationships with their peers after a short break and commenced forming new relationships.... Families don’t forget to view Storypark to see all the exciting adventures your child is experiencing. Please call today 1300 153 332 if you wish to book a tour. #learningthroughplay #learningenvironments #friendship #adventure #funtimes