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.
Sensory play for children under two years of age.
Sensory play is such an important part of early development for our little learners. Through exploring different textures, sounds, colours and movements, children under two begin to make sense of the world around them. At this age, sensory experiences help to; build brain connections and support early learning, develop fine and gross motor skills, encourage curiosity and exploration, support language development as children react and respond and provide calming and regulating experiences.
Apr 30
Explorers Early Learning is supporting Nature and Environmental Week by collecting natural resources such as leaves, sticks, bark, stones, and seed pods to enrich children’s dramatic and art play. These open-ended materials inspire creativity, imagination, and sensory exploration while encouraging children to engage with the natural world.
Experiences in nature support children’s wellbeing, curiosity, and problem-solving skills. Through hands-on exploration, children develop respect for the environment and an understanding of sustainability. Engaging with natural materials also fosters mindfulness and a sense of calm, supporting emotional development.
This practice aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework, particularly Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world, and Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners. It also strengthens children’s connection to Country by encouraging respect for the land, recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, and valuing the natural environment as a shared responsibility.
Apr 28
Our Preschoolers designed and created their own puppets and puppet booth! We have been learning all about bugs recently and some of our Preschoolers had a great idea to create their own puppet show. They used their cognitive, and fine motor skills during the creation phase of this project. Once finished, we observed the development of social and emotional skills as we took turns, and imagined wonderful puppet shows.
Apr 22
Box construction in an early childhood setting offers rich, open-ended opportunities for learning that align closely with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). Through designing and building with boxes, children engage in problem-solving, experimentation, and creative thinking, supporting EYLF Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners. They explore concepts such as balance, size, and spatial awareness while making decisions and testing ideas.
Physically, box construction strengthens both fine and gross motor skills. Cutting, taping, stacking, and arranging materials require coordination, control, and strength. Cognitively, children develop critical thinking as they plan structures, predict outcomes, and adapt when challenges arise. This process also nurtures imagination, as simple materials transform into meaningful creations.
Additionally, collaborative box construction promotes communication and social skills, reflecting EYLF Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators. Children share ideas, negotiate roles, and express their thinking. Overall, box construction empowers children to think critically, solve problems creatively, and build confidence through hands-on, meaningful play experiences.
Apr 21
Sensory play for children under two years of age.
Sensory play is such an important part of early development for our little learners. Through exploring different textures, sounds, colours and movements, children under two begin to make sense of the world around them. At this age, sensory experiences help to; build brain connections and support early learning, develop fine and gross motor skills, encourage curiosity and exploration, support language development as children react and respond and provide calming and regulating experiences. ... See MoreSee Less
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Explorers Early Learning is supporting Nature and Environmental Week by collecting natural resources such as leaves, sticks, bark, stones, and seed pods to enrich children’s dramatic and art play. These open-ended materials inspire creativity, imagination, and sensory exploration while encouraging children to engage with the natural world.
Experiences in nature support children’s wellbeing, curiosity, and problem-solving skills. Through hands-on exploration, children develop respect for the environment and an understanding of sustainability. Engaging with natural materials also fosters mindfulness and a sense of calm, supporting emotional development.
This practice aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework, particularly Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world, and Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners. It also strengthens children’s connection to Country by encouraging respect for the land, recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, and valuing the natural environment as a shared responsibility. ... See MoreSee Less
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Our Preschoolers designed and created their own puppets and puppet booth! We have been learning all about bugs recently and some of our Preschoolers had a great idea to create their own puppet show. They used their cognitive, and fine motor skills during the creation phase of this project. Once finished, we observed the development of social and emotional skills as we took turns, and imagined wonderful puppet shows. ... See MoreSee Less
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Box construction in an early childhood setting offers rich, open-ended opportunities for learning that align closely with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). Through designing and building with boxes, children engage in problem-solving, experimentation, and creative thinking, supporting EYLF Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners. They explore concepts such as balance, size, and spatial awareness while making decisions and testing ideas.
Physically, box construction strengthens both fine and gross motor skills. Cutting, taping, stacking, and arranging materials require coordination, control, and strength. Cognitively, children develop critical thinking as they plan structures, predict outcomes, and adapt when challenges arise. This process also nurtures imagination, as simple materials transform into meaningful creations.
Additionally, collaborative box construction promotes communication and social skills, reflecting EYLF Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators. Children share ideas, negotiate roles, and express their thinking. Overall, box construction empowers children to think critically, solve problems creatively, and build confidence through hands-on, meaningful play experiences. ... See MoreSee Less
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