Our program
Designed to help children realize their potential
Strong Foundation
At ShellyTots we recognise that the Early Childhood years play a pivotal role in a child's development. It is a special time in a child's life, a period of discovery and learning which forms the basis of a strong foundation for future learning
Passionate teachers
ShellyTots educators use their knowledge of Early Years Education to combine play, intentional teaching and spontaneous experiences to formulate a vibrant program which nurtures and stimulates your Tot’s natural personality, creativity and curiosity.
Tailored Programs
We are an inclusive centre and tailor our program according to your Tot’s individual needs, informed by strengths, interests and learning styles. Our practice is based on the Early Years Learning Framework with an emphasis on “Belonging, Being and Becoming" to ensure your Tots are inspired and supported in becoming curious learners.
The best early learning experience
Creative Tot
Every child is born creative and imaginative. They are innovators with vivid imaginations. Research indicates that creative experiences nurture and support children's creativity and imagination. Our program nurtures children's innate creativity and imagination by providing a rich curriculum of visual arts, music, drama and dance on a daily basis.
Active Tot
Health and well-being is pivotal to a child's development. Research shows that a play-based program is the most relevant and meaningful way for children to make connections and explore relationships and concepts. At ShellyTots we encourage children to be active participants in their own physical wellbeing, exploring their environment and making sense of their world through active play. We run a weekly yoga program to teach mindfulness and self-regulation.
Literate Tot
At ShellyTots we foster children's language and literacy through a comprehensive program providing children the opportunity to engage with literacy experiences, developing their vocabulary and love of reading. We encourage them to share their ideas, and they are supported in expressing themselves verbally with their educators and friends to develop their love of literacy and learning.
We run a weekly Mandarin program at ShellyTots to embrace different cultures and to extend the children's knowledge of languages.
During childhood, the ability to learn languages and literacy is limitless because the brain is extraordinarily malleable and possesses an excellent capacity for neuroplasticity, which allows the simultaneous learning.
Astro Tot
The teaching of STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) is becoming increasingly important in early learning. Research shows that children can and should engage in STEM learning, even in the earliest years of their lives. A STEM curriculum can encourage children to design, invent, and revisit their thinking. Children are given the opportunity to investigate and experiment with a wide range of resources that develop these concepts and skills through play.
Big School Tot
Here at ShellyTots the PreLit Program forms part of our school readiness. PreLit is a skills-based early literacy program, established by Macquarie University, for Preschool children in the year before school. It is designed to complement a play-based learning environment, while providing early childhood teachers with the tools necessary to teach pre-literacy skills and concepts in a fun and engaging way. PreLit forms a part of our program differentiation, facilitating lifelong learning and ensuring children have the best start to their primary schooling. ShellyTots have close links with the surrounding schools to ensure a smooth transition into primary school.
Sustainable Tot
Sustainability is a key aspect of life at ShellyTots. Children explore and learn about environmental issues through hands on experiences, through incursions and the daily program. Children are supported in their understanding of their impact on the environment. Practicing sustainability empowers children to construct knowledge, explore values and develop an appreciation of the environment and its relationship to their world. This lays a foundation for an environmentally responsible adulthood.
Nutritional Tot
A variety of nutritionally balanced meals are provided daily for children at ShellyTots. All meals are in line with the Australian government nutritional benchmarks. Meals also respect the diversity of cultures within our centre. Importantly, children with allergies are provided with special meals tailored to their dietary requirements.
Nurturing Minds, Inspiring Bright Futures
Feel free to call us with any questions or to organise a visit to our centre. We can’t wait to meet your little Tots and share their learning journey!