Woodlands Kindergarten

06/05/2019

All prospective 3 year old & 4 year old 2020 Kinder Families welcome to our Open Day! Enrolments Open for 2020!

12/08/2018

Kinder Every-day Fun - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/8/12/kinder-every-day-fun

Oh to be a child at kinder again!  

12/08/2018

Bush Kinder Again - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/8/12/bush-kinder-again-r87fx

The children just can't get enough of their bush kinder days!  The photos speak for themselves.

12/08/2018

First Aid for Cool Kids - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/8/12/first-aid-for-cool-kids

The children were taught some basic first aid that included how to dial '000' in an emergency (plus the 'send' button afterwards for mobile phones) and how to put a person into the recovery position.  Laughter and excitement could be heard with practicing bandaging on each other.

20/06/2018

Pavers decorated by the kids - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/6/20/pavers-decorated-by-the-kids

A big thanks to kinder mum Tara for helping the children decorate the front entrance pavers (and to Louise for the idea).  The children love seeking out their art and showing it to others. 

19/06/2018

Volcanos - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/6/20/volcanos

How much fun is a bicarb soda and vinegar volcano .... well Woodlands Kindergarten took this to a whole new level and made gigantic sand-pit ones!  

18/06/2018

Bush kinder tree planting with Parks Victoria - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/6/19/bush-kinder-tree-planting-with-parks-victoria

Parks Victoria invited Woodlands Kindergarten along to help plant some native plants in the Ocean Grove Reserve during a bush kinder day.  The children learnt how to plant the trees and discussed how planting them helps protect the future of the reserve.   

18/06/2018

Yoga - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/6/19/yoga

Yoga can strengthen the muscles, aid co-ordination and energise the body along with aiding to relax and calm the mind.  Yoga is beneficial for children because it is non-competitive and can help to raise self-esteem and self awareness.  It can also provide many giggles!

18/06/2018

Reconciliation Week - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/6/19/reconciliation-week

Talia from the Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative came to speak to the children about Aboriginal culture.  They learnt about a lot of things including what the colours on the Aboriginal flag mean, bush tucker, using animal fur to make clothes, making and trying out body paints and

29/05/2018

Bush Kinder in the Rain - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/5/29/bush-kinder-in-the-rain

A little light rain doesn't stop Woodlands Kindergarten children from exploring the Ocean Grove Nature Reserve in their warm waterproof suits.  Muddy puddle jumping, cubby house discovery and bush walks were on the agenda between story telling under the shelter.

29/05/2018

Self Portraits - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/5/22/self-portraits-t2r3y

Life-size self portraits help the children to explore their sense of identity while enjoying a creative activity. 

29/05/2018

Playdough Making - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/5/22/playdough-making-ce9mc

A regular group activity at the kindergarten is making playdough.  It gives the children an opportunity to learn about cooking processes while also enjoying the outcome of playing with fresh home-made playdough which helps develop fine motor skills and strength.

29/05/2018

Music Classes - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/5/18/music-classes-xsa7d-pwatp

Through the musical program children gain an understanding of rhythm, beat, melody and song.  They really enjoy themselves while improving coordination and gaining confidence to perform. 

29/05/2018

Mother's Day - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/5/22/special-ladies-day-6mggr-bmdlr-5zt8h

To mark Mothers' Day children invited mum or some one special to the kindergarten for morning tea. The children sang a song to their special guest and presented them with a gift they had made.  This was followed by a morning tea including the sausage rolls made by the children.  Th

25/05/2018

Cooking - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/5/18/cooking-jawlp

Sausage roll making was on the agenda as children prepared for a Special Ladies Day morning tea.  There was lots of discussions and questions about the process as well as new skills learnt (e.g. measuring, grating, cutting and mixing).  Listening, smell, touch, sight and taste were

25/05/2018

Magnifying Glass Exploration - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/5/22/magnifying-glass-exploration-cnx9y

Curiosity and Imagination were extended during a play with magnifying glasses.  The children were encouraged to use reflective thinking while exploring their environment with questions like "Why are there spots on a leaf?" and "Where are the ants going and what do you think t

25/05/2018

Chickens - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/5/22/chickens-ft852

The children learn how to care and interact with Ginger and Sparkle - the kindergarten chickens.  They were taught how to hold them, take turns collecting eggs and letting them out of the chicken coupe each day.  The children were also given an opportunity to try

25/05/2018

Marine Discovery Centre - https://www.woodlandskindergarten.org/blog/2018/5/22/marine-discovery-centre-anbba-xl5ee

An excursion to the Marine Discovery Centre in Queenscliffe was fun for everyone!  The children were able to put their hands in the 'touch tank', see puffer fish getting fed, learn about the different sounds whales and dolphins make as well as see an array of sea life.  Ev