Koorana runs two preschools in Sydney’s Canterbury Local Government Area.

CHILDREN’S LEARNING
Our Preschool programs promote play as a context for learning. 
Learning through a play-based curriculum:

• Allows for the expression of personality and uniqueness
• Enhances curiosity and creativity
• Enables children to make connections between prior experiences and new learning
• Assists children to develop relationships and concepts
• Stimulates a sense of well-being

(The Early Years Learning Framework of Australia)
Working in partnership with families, Educators identify children’s strengths and interests, choose appropriate teaching strategies and design the learning environment.  Independence is fostered in children’s learning to follow a daily routine, moving from one activity to another, looking after their own needs, sharing equipment and attention, taking turns and communicating their needs.

INCLUSION
All children have the opportunity to actively participate in the Preschool program.   Children bring their diverse abilities, cultural background and home language as well as varied perspectives and expectations to their learning.  Educators at Koorana preschools create learning programs that build on each child’s interests and abilities.

Koorana has a policy of including children who have a diagnosed disability or delay. The staff provide additional support within the preschool environment to ensure each child’s successful participation.  There are several children attending preschool each day who access this support.

Teachers and Therapists work closely with the Preschool staff and families to develop Individual Family Service Plans and Individual Educational Programs for children enrolled in supported placements.  The programs are then implemented by all members of the Preschool team through fun, play experiences, daily routines and in the social context of the Preschool setting.

CURRICULUM
The Early Years Learning Framework for Australia, “Belonging, Being and Becoming” is the foundation of the Koorana Preschool curriculum:

Belonging is the basis for living a fulfilling life.  Children feel they belong because of the relationships they have with their family, community, culture and place.

Being is about living here and now.  Childhood is a special time in life and children need time to just “be” – time to play, try new things and have fun.

Becoming is about the learning and development that young children experience.  Children start to form their sense of identity from an early age, which shapes the type of adult they will become.

Educators observe each child’s learning, enabling them to plan the next steps.  Staff will regularly discuss each child’s progress with parents and/or carers and prepare information detailing each child’s learning and development.

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