Gumtree Kids Piliyandala

Gumtree Kids Piliyandala Welcome to Gumtree Kids Preschool & Daycare 🌱.

We provide a nurturing, play-based and inquiry-based learning environment where children are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and lead their own learning at their own pace.

Title:Leaf Print Butterfly Art 🦋Observation:Children painted leaves and pressed them onto paper to create beautiful butt...
24/03/2026

Title:
Leaf Print Butterfly Art 🦋

Observation:
Children painted leaves and pressed them onto paper to create beautiful butterfly wings. They enjoyed exploring textures and patterns while expressing their creativity through this nature-based activity.

EYLF Outcome:
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners – as they explored creativity, patterns, and natural materials through hands-on experiences.

Little Builder at Work 🏠Today, a child explored her creativity and problem-solving skills by using foam blocks to build ...
24/03/2026

Little Builder at Work 🏠

Today, a child explored her creativity and problem-solving skills by using foam blocks to build a house. She proudly shared, “I built a house,” showing confidence and a sense of achievement.

STEM Connection:
This experience supports early Engineering and Mathematics skills as she planned, stacked, and balanced the blocks to create a stable structure.

EYLF Outcome:
Outcome 4 – Children are confident and involved learners

Sandpit Pretend Play and Teamwork Children engaged in pretend play together in the sandpit, creating imaginative scenari...
24/03/2026

Sandpit Pretend Play and Teamwork

Children engaged in pretend play together in the sandpit, creating imaginative scenarios and working collaboratively. They shared ideas, took on different roles, and communicated with each other while building and exploring.

EYLF Outcome 1 – Children have a strong sense of identity.

♻️ Global Recycling Day LearningIn recognition of Global Recycling Day, the children participated in a hands-on garbage ...
23/03/2026

♻️ Global Recycling Day Learning

In recognition of Global Recycling Day, the children participated in a hands-on garbage sorting activity. They explored different types of waste and learned how to separate items into recycling, general waste, and compost.

During group time, the children engaged in meaningful discussions about why recycling is important and how it helps care for our environment.

EYLF Outcome 1 – Children have a strong sense of identity, as they develop confidence in contributing to their community and understanding how their actions can make a difference 🌏✨

23/03/2026

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Give your child the best start with our Australian EYLF-inspired, play-based preschool at Gumtree Kids Piliyandala.

🌱 Safe and nurturing environment
🎨 Play-based learning with a purpose
📚 Emergent curriculum guided by children’s interests
👩‍🏫 Qualified and caring educators

Rainbow Painting Exploration 🌈Observation (for FB):Children engaged in a creative painting experience where they observe...
20/03/2026

Rainbow Painting Exploration 🌈

Observation (for FB):
Children engaged in a creative painting experience where they observed a rainbow image and recreated their own versions on paper.

They explored colours, brush control, and showed great enthusiasm while expressing their ideas through art. Each child created a unique interpretation of the rainbow, demonstrating creativity and confidence in their abilities.

EYLF Outcome Link:
Outcome 4 – Children are confident and involved learners, as they used observation, creativity, and fine motor skills to recreate and express their understanding through painting.

18/03/2026

Curious learner exploring colours!

The children enjoyed a cooking activity where they helped make delicious cookies. They were excited to take part in the ...
18/03/2026

The children enjoyed a cooking activity where they helped make delicious cookies. They were excited to take part in the process, helping the teachers mix and prepare the cookies. The children especially loved making the cookies and were happy to bring them home to share with their families.

EYLF Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing, as they developed confidence, independence, and enjoyed participating in a hands-on activity.

Literacy activity - writing my nameLast week, the children enjoyed using the light board to trace letters and practice w...
17/03/2026

Literacy activity - writing my name

Last week, the children enjoyed using the light board to trace letters and practice writing their names. The bright surface made the activity engaging while supporting early writing skills, letter recognition, and fine motor development.

EYLF Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators, as children begin to recognise letters and express meaning through early writing.

Last week, the children enjoyed a fun number matching activity using sorting toys and tweezers. This hands-on game helpe...
15/03/2026

Last week, the children enjoyed a fun number matching activity using sorting toys and tweezers. This hands-on game helped develop their number recognition, concentration, and fine motor skills. The children really loved the challenge! 🔢🧩✨

Outcome 1: Children develop confidence and independence while completing the task.

Creative little hands at work! Last week, children painted a big stick together as a group activity. It was a wonderful ...
11/03/2026

Creative little hands at work! Last week, children painted a big stick together as a group activity. It was a wonderful way to encourage creativity, teamwork, and color exploration. 🎨🌿

EYLF Link:
Outcome 4 – Children are confident and involved learners: Children develop creativity, imagination, and cooperation while exploring materials and working together in group activities.

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Melbourne, VIC

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