Middleton Drive Kindergarten
1 Middleton Drive, Point Cook Victoria 3030
About Middleton Drive Kindergarten
Welcome to Middleton Drive Kindergarten, a vibrant and state-of-the-art learning space located in Point Cook, Australia. Our institution, formerly known as TRY Australia, is now Sparkways, and we are dedicated to empowering and inspiring Melbourne's children and young people since 1883.
At Middleton Drive Kindergarten, we understand that each child's journey is unique. That's why we strive to provide diverse learning opportunities and environments that support, enhance, and challenge them to thrive. Our play-based programs and curriculum are aligned with the National Quality Framework and the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework principles.
We believe in the power of collaboration and community. Our strong relationships with local services and schools enable seamless transitions to primary school and within the community. Through shared resources, co-curriculum planning, and regular shared activities, we ensure that all children have access to rich social experiences.
We value the role of parents as the first and most important teachers in their children's lives. Working in partnership with families and the community, we aim to understand each child's family history, culture, values, celebrations, and rituals. This knowledge is essential in the development of our early learning programs.
To further support families, we have Family Support Facilitators employed in our early learning programs. They provide additional support, referrals to other services, or simply a friendly chat.
Our purpose-built learning space is designed to inspire and support three and four-year-olds. With two thirty-three place rooms and thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces, we offer a wide range of open-ended learning activities and experiences.
We believe that children learn through their interactions with others and their environment. Our educational program is guided by the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF) and the Early Years Learning Framework for Australia.
At Middleton Drive Kindergarten, we respect each child's individual development pace. We encourage families to begin toilet training, and we work alongside them to promote positive outcomes. Accidents happen occasionally, and our educators handle them sensitively and discreetly. We ask families to keep a complete change of clothes in their child's bag for such situations.
Our curriculum is play-based and draws inspiration from socio-cultural theories of learning and teaching. Skilled educators intentionally plan experiences that align with the National Early Years Learning Frameworks and reflect each child's learning style, interests, and family background.
As a sun-safe organization, we provide child-friendly sunscreen. However, if your child has sensitive skin, you're welcome to provide your preferred brand.
We acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work, as well as to the Elders past and present. We also celebrate diversity and value the lived experience of people from every ethnicity, faith, age, disability, culture, language, gender identity, and sexual orientation.
Join us at Middleton Drive Kindergarten, where we empower and inspire Melbourne's children and young people to thrive.
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1 Middleton Dr, Point Cook VIC 3030, Australia
Opening hours of Middleton Drive Kindergarten
Monday:
08:30 - 16:00
Tuesday:
08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday:
08:30 - 16:00
Thursday:
08:30 - 16:30
Friday:
08:30 - 14:00
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
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