Explorers Learning Academy in Mittagong is located in a peaceful rural setting.
The children look out onto the cows and goats and watch trains passing by.
We boast an experienced, long term team, and this is complemented by some younger educators who have bucket loads of enthusiasm and new ideas.
Our cook provides fresh and nutritious meals. Mealtimes are a social occasion for children to relax and enjoy good food in the company of friends.
Our babies are cared for in a beautiful homely environment where they are encouraged to discover their world in their own time A free-flowing mix of indoor-outdoor play means that our learning environments are calm and purposeful.
Our children are true Explorers! In the year before school, our Preschoolers travel in our Explorers bus to visit our local library, and explore nearby bush land, and more.
Our preschool and transition to school programs foster skills and learning that will support and prepare your child to head confidently off to Kindergarten when their journey at Explorers comes to an end.
Here’s what parents and carers are sharing on Google Reviews
I was quite nervous leaving my daughter for the first time at 4 years old, but all the staff were very welcoming, warm and just really lovely. Highly recommended! Wouldn't go anywhere else!
The teachers are so lovely, and so passionate about the work they are doing with these little minds. We only have 1 year left now before big school and I am excited to see the new things Scarlett will pick up as a ‘Schoolie’ next year. My kid adores her teachers. Talks about how great they are all the time.
She will really miss coming here when she graduates. Another thing I really appreciate about these wonderful ladies is that they want to send my girl out into the world completely prepared for what comes next. They are dedicated to making sure these kids are equipped to handle the transition to ‘big school’ so they will not just ‘be fine’ at school but excel! Thanks again Explorers for looking after my Scarlett. Highly recommend.
✨ Thank You for the Love! ✨
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for such a beautiful Google review about our service. Your kind words truly mean the world to our team and are a wonderful reminder of why we do what we do every day.
We feel so privileged to be part of your child’s early learning journey and are grateful for the trust you place in us. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for being part of our community 💕
Jan 18
✨ Thank You for the Love! ✨
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for such a beautiful Google review about our service. Your kind words truly mean the world to our team and are a wonderful reminder of why we do what we do every day.
We feel so privileged to be part of your child’s early learning journey and are grateful for the trust you place in us. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for being part of our community 💕
Jan 13
What a Fantastic Start to the Year in Preschool
Our preschool room is off to an amazing start as we warmly welcome new friends and dive into our “All About Me” project! It’s been wonderful watching friendships begin to blossom and children grow in confidence as they share their stories.
This week, we’ve been exploring family heritage from around the world. Using maps, drawing, and early writing experiences, the children have been discovering where their families come from and learning that every story is unique and valued. These experiences support early literacy, identity, and a growing sense of belonging.
We’ve also been working together to create our Preschool Room Philosophy, guided by the children’s voices. Each child has shared their ideas through drawings and conversations, helping us document what matters most to them. This reflects Vygotsky’s belief in learning through social interaction and Malaguzzi’s theory of children having “a hundred languages” to express their thinking.
Through these experiences, children are developing key milestones such as:
* expressive language and creativity
* fine motor and early writing skills
* cognitive skills including mapping and symbolic thinking
* social confidence and a strong sense of identity
We’re so proud of the thoughtful, curious, and capable learners in our preschool room and can’t wait to see where this journey takes us next!
Jan 13
Early childhood education builds a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Routines and structured programs like group time, Jolly Phonics, and social skills activities support children’s development in key areas. Regular routines help children feel secure and understand expectations, while group activities encourage teamwork and communication. Programs like Jolly Phonics foster early literacy skills, setting the stage for future academic success. Investing in these early years ensures children grow confident, socially adept, and ready to learn! #EarlyEducation #LearningThroughPlay #JollyPhonics #SocialSkills #ChildDevelopment ... See MoreSee Less
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Early Childhood Education sets the foundation for lifelong learning and success. In these formative years, children develop critical thinking, language, and social skills that set the foundation for lifelong learning. By providing children with a fun and playful environment for children to learn and grow in we are developing the tools they need to unlock their full potential, while becoming strong, confident and caring citzens of the world. At Explorers we value every child’s learning journey “Every child has the right to an education” United Nations Convention #Earlychildhood ... See MoreSee Less
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Creativity in toddlers flourishes through play, exploration and relationships. At Explorers Learning Academy, we nurture creativity through play-based learning, open-ended resources, art, music, movement and imaginative role play. Guided by the EYLF (Outcome 4), educators scaffold children’s ideas, encourage problem-solving and value children’s voices. In line with ACECQA and the NQS, our thoughtfully designed environments, flexible routines and responsive teaching support curiosity, experimentation and confident, creative learning every day. Partnerships with families further strengthen creative expression and belonging for children. ... See MoreSee Less
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