At OAC Caringbah, learning is an adventure, especially when it connects to the people and cultures that make up our community. As part of an inquiry into different countries and cultures linked to our campus, the Preschool room recently embarked on a playful and engaging journey to Japan. Children “boarded a flight” to Japan, complete … Continued
At OAC Hornsby Preschool, our Food of the Month is inspiring hands-on learning. This month, carrots are helping children explore early STEM concepts in fun and meaningful ways. By observing carrot tops growing in different conditions like water and soil, children are developing skills in inquiry, experimentation, and measurement. They’re also learning how to record … Continued
At OAC Caringbah, we love connecting with our community and this ANZAC Day we found a special way to show our support for those serving in the Australian Defence Force. After seeing a call out from the Engadine RSL Sub Branch, we invited our families to donate their favourite treats to create care hampers for … Continued
At OAC Highett, our Bush Kinder program is designed to provide children with meaningful opportunities to explore the natural environment, build essential life skills, and develop a sense of responsibility for the world around them. Through weekly excursions to Cheltenham Park, children engage in hands-on experiences that support their physical, social, and cognitive development while … Continued
Located in the beautiful Yarra Valley area of Melbourne, our Woori Yallock campus offers children the chance to play, explore, and discover natural bush elements right on their doorstep. In this program, children use what nature provides and their own imaginations. They make mud pies, run in the rain, create cubby houses and hiding places, … Continued
At Fairlight 1, art is an integral part of our curriculum, and each year we explore its benefits through our Annual Art Show. This event not only celebrates the children’s creativity but also engages our families and community in the learning process. Throughout the year, our classrooms are transformed into galleries, displaying the projects and … Continued
At OAC St Leonards, a fantastic new sustainability project is underway, thanks to one of the educators, Anne. She noticed that old, dried-out stationery—like textas and lids—was piling up around the campus. The children loved collecting them, but they didn’t have much use once they’d run out. Looking for a way to repurpose these … Continued
Tanabata Star Festival at OAC Enmore Recently, OAC Enmore was buzzing with excitement as we celebrated the Japanese Tanabata Star Festival, all thanks to our wonderful educator, Mayu. She transformed our foyer and rooms with beautiful decorations, bringing a little piece of Japan right to our campus. Mayu, who works part-time as a Cert 3 … Continued
As caring parents, your priority is ensuring the well-being and joy of your little ones. A significant part of achieving this is recognising the importance of keeping them active and engaged in play for their overall growth. OAC’s Active Program Manager, Chloe Beer shares her practical tips to seamlessly integrate movement into your child’s … Continued
Transitions, such as the return to care or school after the holidays, often highlight the stress children face amidst their daily routines—an issue Birdie’s Tree, a curated collection of storybooks, videos, and resources from the Queensland Centre for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health (QCPIMH), aims to tackle. “Relaxing with Birdie,” authored by Susie Hamill, … Continued
