2023 Early Childhood Education Awards - Finalists Feature by Community Broadcast Network (CBN)

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Colour My World Children's Centre aims to provide high quality care for families, children and early childhood professionals who walk in and join the CMW family. A family owned service, where the element of family as at the very core. With an aim to capture a feeling of home away from home for our children aged 0- 5 years, CMW provides: • Long day care • Preschool program • School readiness program • Fresh meals prepared daily on site

• Incursions • Excursions • Open Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm • 50 weeks per year

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2023 Excellence in Early Childhood Education Awards

Rewarding EXCELLENCE in early childhood education STEVE LOE

T is time to showcase your service and reap the rewards in being recognised for the dedication you and your team have for your children and families. The Excellence in Early Childhood Education Awards acknowledge programs, services, leaders, teams and trainees. There is a wide array of categories, so everyone may enter. Services have been invited to submit for categories by answering the criteria questions. The winners are selected by an independent panel of expert judges who are representatives of the diversity of early childhood education. The judges will have the knowledge and experience to assess each entry according to its objectives. The winners will be announced at a themed Royal Celebration Dinner on October 21, where the

awards will be presented at the Grand Ballroom, So?tel Sydney Wentworth. This evening has become the major event for the Australian Childcare Alliance New South Wales and will be a sell-out. There is no feeling more exciting and rewarding for you and your team, than your service being announced as an award winner. This is the opportunity to be recognised and express your appreciation to your team for a job well done. We invite you to fully embrace this important initiative. I encourage you to enter and inspire your creativity and your sense of fun, in making these awards special one for your children, their families and the community at large.

Last year’s gala event.

Steve Loe is Awards Manager of the Excellence in Early Childhood Education Awards and managing director of Precedent Productions.

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Amigoss Spanish Bilingual Childcare, founded in 1980, continues preserving our cultural heritage while nurturing individuality. Our core values include responsibility, integrity, respect, diversity, teamwork, and environmental consciousness, all integrated into hands-on, regulation-compliant learning experiences. We embrace multiculturalism and take pride in our staff's commitment to pay attention to every detail and provide the highest quality education and care for our children. 102-106 Glebe Point Rd, Glebe NSW 2037

Phone: (02) 9660 8157 • 0403 608 932 amigosspreschool @amigosssbc www.amigosspreschool.com.au

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• Exceeding rated service • Privately owned • Catering for children 2-6 years • Award winning Centre • Onsite farm and garden • Sustainability program • Community relationships • Award Winning Prep Program Oakville Preschool Learning Centre

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Kiddie Academy is a franchise in Orange is run by owner Lloyd Williams, national operations manager Michael Mastelero and Orange Kiddie Academy director Libby Hill. For enquiries, visit https://www.kiddieacademy.nsw.edu.au/index.php/our-centres/kid die-academy-orange/ Families and children’s carers can book a tour at 32 Telopea Way, Orange NSW by emailing orange@kiddieacademy.nsw.edu.au or phone (02) 6361 4179. 2023 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AWARDS FINALISTS EDITION

Early Childhood Professionals Kiddies on First offers qualified early childhood educators who provide educational learning programs based on children’s interests, strengths, abilities and choice. The NQF underpins our curriculum decision making daily.

Our team of educators are experienced and understand the importance of extending on children’s home-life experiences. Individual programs are developed for each child in order to assist with and build upon their learning, understanding, communication, self-esteem and confidence. This is done in collaboration with families.

Kiddies on First is pleased to announce that we have jovial, reliable and consistent educators that value relationships with children, families and the wider community. Kiddies on First operates 7:30 – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday, exclusive of Public Holidays, for 48 weeks of the year. We cater for children age 15mths to 5 years.

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Nature based culturally aware centre

HE Federal Community Children’s Centre is a 35-place long day care and preschool established by the community of local families 44 years ago. Their goal is to collaborate with parents and the wider community to provide a service that allows children aged two to five years to engage in diverse social, cultural, and educational activities. They believe in learning through play and connecting with nature, as well as incorporating an Aboriginal perspective into our daily program and practices. “We acknowledge the Widjabul people as the traditional custodians of the land and ensure that Aboriginal culture, language, and awareness are integrated into our activities,” a spokesperson said. “We are dedicated to working as a cohesive team and have participated in team-building workshops to

Rosebank, Eureka, Nashua, Goonengerry, Repentence Creek, Main Arm, and Clunes, travel to our centre for the unique service we provide.” To find out more about the centre’s services, visit www.federalccc. com.au or call (02) 6688 4371 or email info@federalccc.com.au.

Children, play and Nurturing children learn together to be a whole child

N just over a year since opening, Kiddie Academy, has become a well-regarded childcare facility in Orange, in the Central West region of NSW. As a long day care centre, it provides services for local families wanting a novel approach when it comes to caring for and educating their children. Kiddie Academy believes that best learning happens when children play, and even better when educators play and learn together with the children. With this caring process, children find answers to their curiosity which they use in their everyday lives. “We are here to inspire only the best and most pleasurable learning atmosphere for everyone who is part of the Kiddie Academy family, a Spoeksperson said. “We recognise that our families are the most influential educators in the children’s life, and we are just the steppingstones to support and guide the children’s learning outcomes.”

As part of the network of childcare providers in the Central West region, Kiddie Academy is adapting to changing practices and systems while maintaining professional status. The centre is committed to professional development and upskilling its staff, allowing them to make their own choices in what they believe are effective methods to be trained in the industry. Kiddie Academy as a franchise in Orange is run

by owner Lloyd Williams, National Operations Manager Michael Mastelero and Orange Kiddie Academy director Libby Hill. For enquiries, visit https:// www.kiddieacademy.nsw.edu. au/index.php/our-centres/ kiddie-academy-orange/ Families and children’s carers can book a tour at 32 Telopea Way, Orange NSW by emailing orange@kiddieacademy.nsw. edu.au or phone (02) 6361 4179.

IDDIES on First is an early learning childcare centre in Five Dock, in Sydney’s inner west serving families with programs based on their children’s interests, strengths, abilities, and choice. The centre was established to provide a warm and nurturing environment that encourages the development of the “whole child”. Children are seen as creative, capable, inquisitive and eager to explore the natural world around them with their “100 languages” Kiddies on First philosophy as an education and care service is to offer a safe, home-like environment which supports cultural diversity and individual needs of families, based on open communication. They aim to provide a holistic learning environment which is challenging, stimulating and educationally sound for children who come from various cultural backgrounds. As an education and care service, it is a place that is friendly, inviting and welcoming to all. At the centre, children develop their capabilities and interests at their own pace, and according to their individual needs. The learning program recognises the uniqueness of each and every child and provides positive encouragement for the child’s continued growth. In collaboration with parents, fully qualified and experienced educators

follow the Early Years Learning Framework and curriculum to enrich children’s learning from 14 months to 5 years and through transition to school. The centre ensures quality, standards and continual improvement adhering to the Education and Care Services National Law, the Education and Care Services National Regulations, Child Safe and National Quality Standards. The centre is located at 130 First Avenue, Five Dock NSW 2046. For enquiries phone, (02) 9712 2221 or visit https://www.kiddiesonfirst.com.au/.

Moama playscape design up

OCATED in the town centre of Moama NSW, Insight Early Learning Centre cares for children from age six weeks to five years old. The long day care centre at Unit 1, 46 Meninya Street is the latest addition to Insight’s eight boutique childcare centres in NSW, Victoria, Western Australia, and Northern Territory established since 2017. Insight Early Learning takes pride in its unique outdoor play areas specially designed to connect children with the natural beauty of their surroundings, ignite a love for nature, create a sense of belonging, and nurture environmental awareness and sustainability. “Our playscapes at Moama truly embody our dedication to this goal, inspired by the local landscape, it features a billabong, creek beds, log bridges, and the Big

reinforce this commitment. “In 2014, we partnered with Auntie Dory Gordon, Auntie Karyn Roberts, Ngulingah Land Council and the Madgima Galgun and Federal Landcare to create the Bush Tucker Living Classroom on the crown land behind the preschool. “This area replaced a large weed-infested space and is now utilized by schools, the community, and Aboriginal tours. “It offers children the opportunity to learn about local bush foods, flora, and fauna through signs and pictures. “It has inspired other bush tucker gardens throughout Australia and has raised funds for the garden’s maintenance. “Families from the towns of Lismore, Federal, Bangalow, Lennox, Mullumbimby, Brunswick, Ocean Shores,

dren to explore and learn about nature. “The billabong lets children experience water ecosystems, while the creek beds spark imaginative play and interaction with flowing water. “The log bridges help with balance and physical skills, and the Big Murray Climber tells a story about our region’s history. “Our playscape brings the Murray region’s beauty to life for children, helping them play, discover, and grow in harmony with the world around them.” For enquiries, phone (02) 5114 3625 or email enrolments@insightel.com.au Murray Climber,” a spokesperson said. “It’s not just a regular playground, it’s a place for chil-

For more details about the new Moama centre, visit https://www. insightearlylearning.com.au/.

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Promoting multiculturalism and diversity

MIGOSS Spanish Bilingual Childcare is proud to embrace multiculturalism, preserving our home language and culture, as well as valuing the uniqueness of every child from diverse backgrounds. Since the centre began operating in 1980 at Glebe, it continues to uphold and instil in our children the values of social responsibility, integrity, respect, equality, diversity, teamwork and environmental awareness. “Every child enrolled at our long day care and preschool, learns through hands-on experiences designed by their educators in accordance with current legislation on early childhood education,” a spokesperson said.

ilies, as well as many children from diverse backgrounds. “Our experienced early learning educators and staff members also come from diverse backgrounds and are fully aware of the vital role they play in the community. “We take pride in the commitment and professionalism of our entire team, with every small detail carefully considered to ensure all children receive the highest quality in early education.”

“The ethos of multiculturalism plays a significant role in our centre

over the years, as we have welcomed children from Spanish-speaking fam-

Amigoss Spanish Bilingual Childcare operates at 102-106 Glebe Point Rd, Glebe NSW 2037. For enquiries, call (02) 9660 8157 or 0403 608 932. More details on https://amigosspreschool.com.au/.

Home away from home for children

OLOUR My world Children’s Centre is a family-owned service creating a “home away from home” environment encapsulating quality education and care for children from birth to five years old. The Saba family with their three sons are the hardworking local family behind the Colour My World Children’s Centre’s big family.

For the Sabas, the elements of respect for all children, parents, educators and staff is most important. The CMW team is synonymous with family, passionately working together for the same desired outcome and creating a loving atmosphere for children in their care. The voice of children, families and educators are evident

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throughout the services to maximise opportunities for all and solidify a sense of belonging, being and becoming. CMW centres are located at Ermington and West Ryde. For enquiries and more details about Colour My World Children’s Centre, visit http://www.cmwchildrenscentre. com.au/

Gilgandra Preschool offers a play program with a strong emphasis on the natural environment for children 3 to 5 years. We are passionate about cultural identity, inclusiveness of all children and families and early identification for increased outcomes with intervention supports.

Additional unique programs include: • Early Intervention Occupational Therapy and Speech/Language programs. • Bush Preschool program. • Breakfast program.

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