Our Mittagong West service has a large garden for our children to explore, play and run in.
With natural space that is shaded by large trees that give the kookaburras and cockatoos a place to safely watch our children garden in the veggie beds and care for our resident rabbit and chickens.
Our cook prides herself on cooking nutritious meals with a menu that is approved by Munch and Move; so we know it ticks all the boxes, but it’s always oh so tasty too!
Our babies through to our preschoolers are busy bees, always having educational and fun activities to learn through play. The design of the service allows all ages to share experiences together, making meaningful friendships as the children and grow in their space.
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.
At Explorers Learning Academy, building connections with the community is an important part of children’s learning and development. Today, Fire and Rescue visited our service, and the children’s faces showed great excitement and curiosity. The crew spoke with the children about fire safety and ways to stay safe in an emergency before inviting them to explore the fire truck, sit in the cab, and use the hoses. Experiences such as these help children develop a sense of belonging and confidence as they engage with people who contribute to their community. This aligns with the EYLF Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world, as children learn about community roles, develop respect for others, and build an understanding of how community members support and protect us.
Jun 18
Last week was a magical time for learning and discovering and our children are actively building their spatial awareness by exploring positional skills and opposites. Through everyday play and guided activities, they are learning to navigate the world around them by understanding what it means to be inside a cozy reading nook or outside on the playground. They are also discovering how concepts connect and contras for example, realizing a box can be open or closed, a toy can be on top of or under a table, and their movements can be fast or slow. Mastering these foundational concepts doesn’t just boost their vocabulary; it also sharpens their math and reading readiness by helping them structure and describe everything they see.
Jun 15
Reconciliation Week at Mittagong West has been full of learning and different experiences for our Friends. Last week, we have had meaningful discussions about Reconciliation and what this word means. We have been engaged in many games including Traditional Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander Games from “Yulunga” The Australian Sports Commission Including the game “ Puth” and “ Koabangan”. “Yulunga means playing in the language of the Kamilaroi (Gamori) people of northern-western New South Wales.” We asked our preschool children why they thought we might have an Acknowledgement of Country. One of our friends in the preschool room answered, “Because this is the land of the people that were here before us, and they took care of it, so we have to say thank you.” We’re teaching our children here at Explorers that a brighter, more connected future starts with kindness and respect today.
Jun 9
At Explorers Learning Academy, we recognise the importance of reconciliation in early childhood education and are committed to fostering respect, understanding, and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Through meaningful experiences, children engage with Indigenous perspectives using sensory activities, cultural symbols, storytelling, music, art, and discussions about Country and community. We incorporate an Acknowledgement of Country into our daily practices, helping children develop an understanding of the Traditional Custodians of the land and the importance of respecting culture and heritage.
These experiences support the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF V2.0), particularly Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity and Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world. By embedding reconciliation practices into our curriculum, children develop a sense of belonging, respect for diversity, and an appreciation of Australia’s First Nations peoples. This approach promotes inclusion, cultural competence, and positive relationships, laying the foundation for children to become active and respectful members of their communities.
Jun 9
At Explorers Learning Academy, building connections with the community is an important part of children’s learning and development. Today, Fire and Rescue visited our service, and the children’s faces showed great excitement and curiosity. The crew spoke with the children about fire safety and ways to stay safe in an emergency before inviting them to explore the fire truck, sit in the cab, and use the hoses. Experiences such as these help children develop a sense of belonging and confidence as they engage with people who contribute to their community. This aligns with the EYLF Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world, as children learn about community roles, develop respect for others, and build an understanding of how community members support and protect us. ... See MoreSee Less
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Last week was a magical time for learning and discovering and our children are actively building their spatial awareness by exploring positional skills and opposites. Through everyday play and guided activities, they are learning to navigate the world around them by understanding what it means to be inside a cozy reading nook or outside on the playground. They are also discovering how concepts connect and contras for example, realizing a box can be open or closed, a toy can be on top of or under a table, and their movements can be fast or slow. Mastering these foundational concepts doesn’t just boost their vocabulary; it also sharpens their math and reading readiness by helping them structure and describe everything they see. ... See MoreSee Less
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Reconciliation Week at Mittagong West has been full of learning and different experiences for our Friends. Last week, we have had meaningful discussions about Reconciliation and what this word means. We have been engaged in many games including Traditional Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander Games from “Yulunga” The Australian Sports Commission Including the game “ Puth” and “ Koabangan”. “Yulunga means playing in the language of the Kamilaroi (Gamori) people of northern-western New South Wales.” We asked our preschool children why they thought we might have an Acknowledgement of Country. One of our friends in the preschool room answered, “Because this is the land of the people that were here before us, and they took care of it, so we have to say thank you.” We’re teaching our children here at Explorers that a brighter, more connected future starts with kindness and respect today. ... See MoreSee Less
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At Explorers Learning Academy, we recognise the importance of reconciliation in early childhood education and are committed to fostering respect, understanding, and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Through meaningful experiences, children engage with Indigenous perspectives using sensory activities, cultural symbols, storytelling, music, art, and discussions about Country and community. We incorporate an Acknowledgement of Country into our daily practices, helping children develop an understanding of the Traditional Custodians of the land and the importance of respecting culture and heritage.
These experiences support the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF V2.0), particularly Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity and Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world. By embedding reconciliation practices into our curriculum, children develop a sense of belonging, respect for diversity, and an appreciation of Australia’s First Nations peoples. This approach promotes inclusion, cultural competence, and positive relationships, laying the foundation for children to become active and respectful members of their communities. ... See MoreSee Less
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