Kids' Early Learning Minchinbury

• A part of the Thrive@5 Tiny Toys program
• Speech pathologist support 2 days a week
• A part of Macquarie University's MQ Talk research team that studies infant language and learning
• Partnership with HIVE Mount Druitt
• Online forum for parents held bi-monthly
• Indoor green environment structure
• Vegetable garden in outdoor open space
• Service runs the Early Learning Languages Australia (ELLA) Program
• Play-based educational programs, 'Ready for Life' and 'Ready for School' are taught at the service, which have been endorsed by professionals in the early childhood sector. They also reflect the Early Years Learning Framework and My Time, Our Place Framework, and complement the National Quality Standards
• A part of the Munch & Move program
• Programs activities and learning experiences are individualised to suit each child's interests, stage of development and social skills, with collaborative involvement and feedback between families and educators
• In partnership with Dalmarri to enhance Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Learnings
• Storypark communication app platform is offered to families with tailored one-on-one feedback and photos about your child
• Strong community links, with excursions and incursions offered, such as centre visits by education officers from local Animal Holding Facility
• Owned and operated by Blacktown City Council

ASSESSED IN APRIL 2023