Play Base Early Learning Centre 29 Mount Brown Road, Dapto, New South Wales 2530

Welcome to Play Base Early Learning Centre, located at 29 Mount Brown Road, Dapto, Australia. As a privately owned institution, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care for up to 28 children aged from 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our goal is to create a safe, homely, and nurturing environment that is inclusive and embraces diversity.

At Play Base, we recognize that the early years are crucial for a child's development. We have a responsibility to maximize this magical time by offering opportunities for children to explore, discover, create, and imagine. We firmly believe that children learn best through play, and our dedicated team ensures that each child is not only learning and cared for but also safe and respected throughout their time with us.

To facilitate communication and document our children's development, we utilize OWNA, an innovative software platform. Through OWNA, we share children's portfolios, photos, goals, and logs, ensuring they meet all their developmental requirements under the early learning framework.

We have an open-door communication policy and encourage parents to approach us without hesitation for any concerns or queries they may have. We believe in working together with parents to shape these young minds and guide them towards the goal of Belonging, Being, and Becoming, as outlined in the Early Years Learning Framework for Australia.

At Play Base, we understand that children have a natural thirst for knowledge and curiosity. We strive to harness this curiosity and use it to develop their minds, establishing the foundations for confident individuals. Our deliberate environment encourages children to explore, create, and imagine through play, helping them understand the importance of being present in the moment.

Respect is a vital part of our educational program. We aim to guide children in treating others, themselves, and the environment with care, empathy, and respect. We believe that all children have the right to an education that respects their family, cultural, and other identities and languages. By developing an awareness of self and understanding their social and cultural heritage, children can embrace their significance in the world.

We understand that play should be enjoyable and not forced. Through joy and engagement, children have the best chance of developing a range of skills such as problem-solving, experimentation, hypothesizing, researching, and investigating.

In our early childhood settings, children develop a sense of belonging when they feel accepted and develop attachments and trust with their caregivers. As children explore different aspects of their identity through play and relationships, they express their personality and uniqueness.

We believe that children thrive when families and educators work together in partnership to support their learning. By establishing respectful and caring relationships, we can construct curriculum and learning experiences that are relevant to children's local context, expanding their knowledge and understanding of the world.

At Play Base, we prioritize creating an ethical culture. Our educators are empowered to identify and raise any concerns that may adversely affect our children. We carry out our daily duties with honesty and integrity, recognizing the important role we play in caring for these children.

Join us at Play Base Early Learning Centre, where we strive to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment that encourages children to grow, learn, and thrive.