Our Services

  • Below you can read more about our Centre and some of our services

  • A home away from home” – Stewart Child Care Services aspires to offer a home-like environment where all children feel welcomed, nurtured, and supported. We are a unique, not for profit childcare provider, supported by a voluntary community board.

    Service Goals:

    • Environment: We strive to provide a safe and inclusive natural environment that encourages freedom in play and child-led learning.
    • Relationships: We nurture and take pride in the strong connections between staff, families and community.
    • Cultural Diversity: We celebrate diversity and acknowledge the rich cultural backgrounds of our community that are reflected in our everyday practices and learning spaces.
    • Learning Program: We offer a child-led, inquiry-based program embedding the Early Years Learning Framework.
    • Operation: We work collaboratively with all members of the community and utilise critical reflection to commit to continuous improvement in our practices.
    • Sustainability: We commit to raising awareness and making sustainable choices in all aspects of our service.

    Last updated: July 2024.

    * Responsive & Caring Educators
    * Move Well Eat Well Achieved
    * Be You Program
    * SunSmart Centre
    * Community Involvement
    * School Readiness Programme – Focus On Offering Early Learning Experiences In Our 3 – 5 y/o Rooms
    * All Meals Are Provided
    * Nappies Provided
    * Routine Support – Toileting, Food Support, Sleep
    * Allergy Aware Centre
    * Education Programmes Including:-

    • Developmental Checklist For Each Child ( Milestones)
    • Individual Plans For Each Child Supported By The Five Areas Of The EYLF
    • Music, Movement & Art
    • Planned And Spontaneous Experiences
    • Physical Play
    • Large Outdoor Natural Learning Environment

    The ‘Early Years Learning Framework’ has been developed to ensure your child receives quality education programs in their early childhood setting. This is a vital time for them to learn and develop.

    The Framework’s vision is for all children to experience play-based learning that is engaging and builds success for life.

    It is a guide for early childhood educators who work with children from birth to five years. They will use the Framework in partnership with families, children’s first and most influential educators, to develop learning programs responsive to children’s ideas, interests, strengths and abilities, and recognise that children learn through their play.

    The ‘Early Years Learning Framework’ describes childhood as a time of belonging, being and becoming.

    • Belonging is the basis for living a fulfilling life. Children feel they belong because of the relationships they have with their family, community, culture and place.
    • Being is about living here and now. Childhood is a special time in life and children need time to just ‘be’, time to play, try new things and have fun.
    • Becoming is about the learning and development that young children experience. Children start to form their sense of identity from an early age, which shapes the type of adult they will become.

    For more information on the ‘Early Years Learning Framework’ please visit Vist here

    We are a not-for-profit community based Service that is governed by a Board of management who are families of children who attend our Service. If you are interested in joining the Board please speak to our CEO to find out more.

    The Board of Management works closely with the CEO to ensure the following:

    • Establishing the goals of the Service
    • Development of Governance policies
    • Financial Management
    • Keeping appropriate meeting minutes & reports
    • Handling publicity and community relations
    • Evaluation and accountability of the Service

  • Public Holidays For 2024

    Our Centre will be closed on the following days:
    • Australia Day
      Friday 26th January
    • 8-Hour Day
      Monday 11th March
    • Easter
      Friday 29th March
      Monday 1st April
      Tuesday 2nd April (Service Only)
    • ANZAC Day
      Thursday 25th April
    • King's Birthday
      Monday 10th June
    • Launceston Show
      Thursday 10th October
    • Recreation Day
      Monday 4th November
    • Last day of 2024
      First day of 2025
      Tuesday 24th December
      Monday 6th January
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