Our Learning Environment

The program offered at The Point Preschool is influenced by the
philosophy of Reggio Emilia, The Early Years Learning Framework – Belonging, Being and Becoming; The Anti-bias Curriculum, Education for
Sustainability and The Emergent Curriculum. All these influences value
the building of relationships with children, families, staff and the
community.

The preschool learning environment reflects the view that the children are
capable and constructors of their own knowledge and the adults are
facilitators and co-learners. Children are free to choose the areas of
interest in which to participate throughout the day and the educators and
children engage in collaborative decision-making about the equipment
which is used.

Each day, experiences provided are based on the children’s interest are
provided. These include art, puzzles, blocks, dough, dramatic play, writing
corner, construction toys, learning journals, computer, books, sand,
active and imaginative play, gardening, story telling and music. Children
can initiate or continue their own projects and investigations that may last
days or weeks. Some children may also be involved in collaborative
projects with other children. Children will also have the opportunity to
participate in group activities with either a small or large group.

The program is emergent and flexible and recognises the individual needs
and interests of the children. Visitors, excursions and informal outings are
also planned throughout the year to extend the children’s learning beyond
our gate.

The family is an important part of the of the preschool learning
environment and so you and other family members are always welcome.