Pre-Kindy (2 to 3 years old)

Pre-kindy koala (2-3 years)

Oz Education – A place to play, grow and thrive

Give your child the best start at Oz Education where generations of families have trust us for over 40 years.  Our childcare centres provide a safe and nurturing environment, where your child can enjoy plenty of cuddles and conversations with caring educators that help your little one feel valued and supported.

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Trusted for over 40 Years

Our premium early learning centres, located across New South Wales, offer exceptional educational care that’s tailored to the needs of children aged 6 weeks to 6 years old.

 

EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN A CHILDCARE

At Oz Education, you will have the peace of mind that everything your child needs is provided each day. Your child’s daily routine will be filled with lots of time for play and exploration supported by quality care that is personalised to the growth and developmental needs of your child.

Safe and stimulating spaces tailored for different age groups

Qualified, caring and inspiring educators

Freshly prepared, nutritious meals

Early STEM learning and award-winning Preschool programs

Complimentary extra-curricular sports & dance classes 

Free on-site dental checks and other inclusions

Holistic Early Learning Program

At Oz Education, we understand the importance of developmental milestones for 2-3 year olds. Our dedicated educators create a nurturing environment that encourages social, cognitive, and physical development. Through play-based learning and tailored activities, we support children in reaching these significant milestones in their early years.

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Cognitive milestones significant to pre-kindy 2-3 year olds include the ability to categorise objects into respective sections such as separating different coloured toys into piles, operating mechanical toys involving wind-up mechanisms and the ability to complete simple puzzle boards.

At Oz Education, our STEM certified centres embed age-appropriate Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics concepts into our daily curriculum through purposeful play to help develop critical thinking and cognitive skills in little ones. Moreover activities including story-telling, interactive play and singing which promotes collaboration, creativity and problem solving skills enhance the progression towards such milestones.

exploration early learning

As toddlers develop, by 2-3 years they should have a familiar adult they consult with as a secure base for where they can independently explore new environments. Moreover, development of self awareness as an individual separate from parents is achieved whilst a basic understanding of rules and routines are also followed.

Our curriculum seeks to prioritise the socio-emotional development of your pre-kindy 2-3 year old through engaging group play that places children in diverse spaces to explore their sense of self and awareness of others. We aim to promote collaboration through activities including social play, song, sports and focused learning experiences. Our caring educators also nurture the socio-emotional development of our early learners by fostering a space for children to confidently explore their sense of self.

physical activity

Physical milestones significant in the development of pre-kindy 2-3 year olds include the capability to begin helping with dress and hygiene routines, holding pencils between the thumb and two fingers as opposed to a fist and showing physical control and dexterity when holding and using different toys and tools such as glue sticks.

At Oz Education we seek to develop the physical confidence of our early learners through our on-site co-curricular Sports & Dance programs that offer many benefits to build a strong and healthy body and mindset that helps children thrive. Furthermore our celebration of Sports Week encouraging numerous age-appropriate physical activities promotes a healthy lifestyle in your little one. Skills of coordination, balance and control are all fostered through such curriculum programs and activities.

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Language and communication milestones which 2-3 year olds achieve include the capability to say two or more words together such as ‘big yellow bus’ and recognise different songs or phrases and join in. Moreover, pre-kindy aged children should also be able to respond and communicate through pointing and indicating different things with physical communication.

At Oz Education we aim to help your child develop their language and communication skills through our educational programs that prioritise the growth in vocabulary and linguistic understanding. For example, our STEM and early learning programs strive to introduce new words to our early learners whilst also involving direct communication between children and educators. Moreover, reading and language skills are developed through activities such as active story-telling that develop speech and language skills.

sensory play

As toddlers begin to explore their independence and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them, their creativity starts to blossom. At this stage, they begin to engage in imaginative play, using objects and toys in new and inventive ways. At Oz Education, we support and nurture this creativity through structured activities that encourage exploration and expression.

Through art projects, sensory play, and storytelling, toddlers develop the ability to express themselves in a variety of ways. Activities like drawing with crayons, building with blocks, or role-playing help enhance their fine motor skills and spark imaginative thinking. These creative experiences not only support their developmental milestones but also lay the foundation for complex problem-solving skills and emotional expression as they grow.

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Toddlers are naturally curious and eager to understand how things work. At this stage, their growing cognitive skills allow them to explore basic STEM concepts, and at Oz Education, we provide them with the tools and experiences to nurture that curiosity. Toddlers begin to grasp simple problem-solving skills, such as figuring out how objects fit together or recognizing patterns. Our curriculum includes activities like sorting games, simple puzzles, and playing with building blocks that help toddlers explore foundational STEM concepts, such as shapes, sizes, and numbers. These activities encourage logical thinking and help toddlers start to recognize relationships between objects and their surroundings.

In addition to problem-solving, toddlers at Oz Education are introduced to the world of basic engineering through activities that involve simple machines like ramps, pulleys, and levers. These hands-on experiences allow children to explore cause and effect in an engaging and fun way, helping them develop spatial awareness and an understanding of the physical world. By incorporating STEM-related activities into daily routines, we foster an environment where toddlers can experiment, make discoveries, and build their critical thinking skills. As they explore these concepts, they develop a strong foundation for future learning in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE US

Nurturing and supportive environment

The first five years of your child’s life are the most important for learning as the brain develops rapidly during that time. For your 2-year-old toddler, play isn’t just a game. They are exploring, problem-solving and learning.

At Oz Education, we provide a wide range of learning opportunities that encourage learning through play in our pre-kindy program for children aged from 2 to 3 years old, also known as the Koala group.

What skills you can expect your child to develop with our program

Our Early Learning program for pre-kindy children offers stimulating experiences to enhance your child’s skills including:

  • Literacy  (Learning Letters in Alphabet)
  • Mathematics (Counting 1-10,Learning shapes and Colours)
  • Language (Labelling, Asking and answering questions, Story reading, Speaking in sentences)
  • Expression (Drawing, Imagining, Confidence, Interacting, Concentration)
  • Self-help skills (Problem-solving, Self-feeding, Self-dressing, Toileting)
  • Communicating effectively (Identifying their name, Indicating their needs, Manners, Following instructions, Sharing, Reasoning)
  • Physical skills (Movement, Running, Jumping, Fine motor skills)

The day is divided between indoor and outdoor play where pre-kindy children can fulfill their natural curiosity as they explore and discover the world around them.

Come meet our staff and get answers to all your questions.

Early Learning Programs

Rooms and resources

At Oz Education, we are committed to providing age-appropriate learning and enriching resources to nurture the minds of young children. Our carefully designed rooms are equipped with stimulating materials and resources tailored to each age group, creating an environment where children can thrive and explore.

Our qualified educators are dedicated to monitoring and engaging with children within each room, ensuring a safe and nurturing space for learning and growth. With their expertise and passion for early childhood education, our educators facilitate a wide range of stimulating learning activities that encourage curiosity, creativity, and skill development.

At Oz Education, we understand the importance of a holistic approach to early childhood education. That’s why our curriculum incorporates various learning domains, including language and literacy, mathematics, creative arts, science, and social-emotional development. Through a combination of structured activities and free play, children have the opportunity to build a strong foundation for future learning. Our focus on age-appropriate learning, enriching resources, and qualified educators reflects our dedication to providing high-quality early childhood education.

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