Educational Programs
Educational Programs
The EYLF is a framework that outlines the principles and practices for early childhood education in Australia. It focuses on three key concepts: Belonging, Being, and Becoming. These concepts are fundamental to our curriculum and are implemented through a range of intentional teaching strategies and play-based learning experiences.
Our educators use this framework for developing learning journeys that develop a strong sense of identity, wellbeing and engagement as learners, enhancing learning outcomes and establishing a strong foundation and skills for everyday life.
Preschool and Kinder Programs
At Essex Heights Juniors, our kindergarten and preschool programs are guided by the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, which supports our educators in creating engaging, child-led learning experiences that foster growth, confidence, and connection.
First Nations Education
At Essex Heights Juniors, we embrace and celebrate First Nations culture through meaningful, everyday learning experiences that build children’s respect, understanding, and connection to Country.
Nature Play program
At Essex Heights Juniors, our Nature Play program nurtures curiosity, confidence, and wellbeing by encouraging children to explore, play, and learn through meaningful experiences in the natural world.
Sustainability
At Essex Heights Juniors, our Sustainability Program empowers children to develop care, responsibility, and respect for the environment through hands-on, everyday learning experiences.
Connections with Community
At Essex Heights Juniors, our strong community connections provide children with hands-on learning experiences, fostering skills in creativity, collaboration, literacy, movement, and personal development.
Specialist programs
At Essex Heights Juniors, our specialist programs in music, sport, language, yoga, child safety, and art provide children with diverse, developmentally tailored experiences that nurture creativity, wellbeing, skills, and cultural understanding.
