Goodstart Early Learning Redcliffe - Williams Street

Our Kindy explorers were busy collecting bark, rubbing sticks together and proudly announcing, “This is how we make fire!” 🔥
They even brought over the number crab to “cook” on their campfire — imagination at its finest!!

Meanwhile, our Toddlers were tapping their clapping sticks and singing our Acknowledgment of Country with big voices and even bigger hearts.

Reconciliation Week may have ended, but our children keep the spirit glowing through play, connection and curiosity.

🌈✨ Kindergarten & Toddler Combined Play + Morning Tea ✨🌈

Today our little learners came together for a beautiful morning of shared play and connection 💛 From building towers and exploring sensory activities to enjoying a relaxed morning tea together, it was all about learning through play and fostering friendships across age groups.

🍎Morning Tea Moments
Children practiced independence, social skills, and healthy eating habits as they shared conversations and enjoyed their food together.

🧸Learning Through Play
Our mixed-age play encouraged:
• Collaboration and teamwork 🤝
• Language development through conversation 🗣️
• Confidence in new social settings 🌟
• Curiosity and creativity 🎨

📚EYLF Learning Outcomes Observed
✔️ Outcome 3:Children develop a strong sense of wellbeing during relaxed routines like morning tea
✔️ Outcome 4:Children are confident and involved learners through play-based exploration
✔️ Outcome 5:Children are effective communicators as they interact and express themselves

Moments like these remind us how powerful mixed-age learning can be 💫

LearningThroughPlay ChildcareMoments MorningTeaFun

Baking English muffins to go with our English breakfast tea!
Children are developing an understanding of their own and others’ cultural identities by sharing family experiences and engaging in meaningful group activities inspired by peers bringing in pictures of their families on holidays or bringing in special foods for kindergarten to try!
This experience supports Outcome 1, 2, and 5 of the EYLF as children share their cultural identities, develop respect for diversity, and engage in meaningful conversations inspired by a peer’s family experience✨💕