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Programs to Help Your Child Develop

At Children's Choice Early Education Centres in Raceview and Heritage Park, QLD, we carefully design daily programs with a wide range of developmentally appropriate activities, allowing children the freedom to choose the experiences they wish to engage in. Our dedicated educators guide and support your child's growth through play and inquiry-based learning, nurturing their natural curiosity and creativity.

We believe in the power of individualised learning. By regularly assessing each child's progress, we tailor our programs to meet their unique needs and interests. Our inquiry-based approach encourages active learning, sparking curiosity with thoughtful questions and scenarios. This method not only enhances problem-solving and communication skills but also fosters independence and critical thinking.

What Our Childcare Programs Include

Each day, children participate in both indoor and outdoor activities that include arts and crafts, movement, language, numeracy, and social education. While we follow structured programs, we are flexible, allowing for spontaneous, child-initiated activities that promote creativity and self-expression. Our educators model and encourage essential social skills like sharing, cooperation, and respectful communication. We have Free weekly programs such as dance, music, sports, yoga and mindfulness.

We are proud to follow Queensland Government frameworks, including the Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines, with our government-approved kindergarten program.

We're excited to partner with you in your child's educational journey and are committed to helping them thrive at Children's Choice Early Education Centre.

Childcare Program Details

At Children's Choice, we offer an extensive range of services designed to support and enrich your child's development:

Comprehensive Care: We provide nurturing, long-day care for babies from birth to 5 years old, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for every stage of their early years.

Free Kindy Program: Our Queensland Government-approved Kindergarten program, led by a university-trained teacher, offers a rich curriculum designed to develop social-emotional intelligence, literacy, numeracy, and motor skills and foster interests in cooking and science.

Free programs such as dance, music, sports, yoga and mindfulness.

Inclusive Benefits: Enjoy the convenience of free nappies, wipes, and sunscreen, as well as a free bus service (conditions apply).

Engaging Experiences: We offer annual free incursions like Ocean Life Education, Bird Wildlife Shows, and Puppet Shows to expand your child's learning and excitement.

Swimming Lessons: For children over 3 years old, we provide swimming lessons to enhance their aquatic skills and safety.

Healthy Meals: Our qualified chef prepares fresh, nutritious meals daily, with fruit and vegetables delivered directly from the markets each week.

Extended Care: We offer before- and after-school care exclusively for siblings, ensuring continuity and convenience for your family.

Spacious Play Areas: Our extra-large natural playgrounds and outdoor art house foster creativity and active play in a stimulating environment.

Mobile Dentistry: We provide access to a mobile dentistry service, promoting your child's oral health with ease.

At Children's Choice, we're dedicated to offering exceptional care and enriching experiences to support every aspect of your child's growth and development.

Dance

Dance offers numerous benefits for children, promoting both physical and cognitive development:

  • Physical Development:

    Dance enhances coordination, balance, and flexibility, helping children develop motor skills and body awareness. It also improves strength and cardiovascular health through active movement.

  • Gross Motor Skills:

    The large, controlled movements involved in dance, like jumping, twirling, and bending, build strong gross motor skills that are essential for other physical activities like running and climbing.

  • Cognitive Skills:

    Learning dance routines will boost memory, focus, and pattern recognition, improving children's cognitive abilities and problem-solving skills. It also promotes creativity by encouraging imaginative thinking.

  • Emotional Expression:

    Dance allows children to express their emotions physically, which can help them process and understand their feelings, reducing stress and building emotional intelligence.

  • Social Interaction:

    Group dance classes teach teamwork, cooperation, and communication. Children learn to share space, take turns, and follow directions while interacting with peers, helping to develop their social skills.

  • Self-Discipline and Listening Skills:

    Dance teaches children to follow instructions, pay attention to cues, and practice self-discipline by learning specific movements and sequences.

  • Confidence and Self-Esteem:

    Mastering new dance steps or performing in front of others builds a sense of accomplishment and boosts a child's self-confidence. It fosters a positive self-image as children learn to trust their abilities.

  • Creativity and Imagination:

    Dance encourages creative movement, allowing children to express their imagination freely. It nurtures artistic expression through improvisation and exploration of different dance styles.

  • Cultural Awareness:

    Exposure to various dance styles from around the world can foster an appreciation for different cultures and traditions, broadening children's perspectives.

  • Energy Release and Fun:

    Dance provides a healthy outlet for physical energy, making it a fun way for children to stay active and enjoy movement.

Music Classes

Free Music Classes are provided each week by a university-qualified music instructor with a degree. Music classes offer several key benefits for children to foster their development in various areas:

  • Cognitive Development:

    Music helps enhance memory, attention span, and problem-solving skills. Learning rhythms, patterns, and melodies strengthens brain connections and boosts early math and language skills.

  • Language Skills:

    Exposure to music encourages children to listen closely, improving their ability to recognise sounds and words. Singing helps with vocabulary and pronunciation, laying a strong foundation for reading and speaking.

  • Motor Skills:

    Playing instruments, clapping, or dancing to music improves coordination, fine motor skills, and physical balance. These activities support the development of both gross and fine motor skills.

  • Emotional Expression:

    Music provides a creative outlet for children to express their emotions, helping them understand and manage feelings like happiness, frustration, or excitement in a safe, fun environment.

  • Social Skills:

    Participating in group music activities encourages cooperation, teamwork, and turn-taking. It helps children learn how to interact and communicate with others, building friendships and social confidence.

  • Creativity and Imagination:

    Music stimulates creativity, allowing children to explore different sounds, rhythms, and instruments. This nurtures their imagination and enhances their ability to think creatively.

  • Cultural Awareness:

    Music classes often expose children to different styles of music from around the world, helping them appreciate diversity and fostering an understanding of various cultures.

  • Confidence Building:

    Mastering simple musical tasks, such as singing or playing an instrument, can boost a child's self-esteem and confidence as they see their abilities improve.

Sports

Physical education is a cornerstone of our early learning program, and we are dedicated to nurturing your child's physical and social development. Engaging activities like ball games, team sports, obstacle courses and other active programs are designed to build physical confidence and social skills, preparing your child for a successful start in school. We are passionate about providing a dynamic and varied program that supports every aspect of your child's growth and readiness for the future. The sports classes offer a wide range of benefits for your child, contributing to their physical, social, and cognitive development:

  • Physical Fitness:

    Sports help children to build strength, endurance, and flexibility. Regular participation improves cardiovascular health, muscle tone, and overall physical wellbeing, encouraging an active lifestyle from an early age.

  • Gross Motor Skills:

    Engaging in sports enhances coordination, balance, and agility as children run, jump, throw, and catch. These activities help develop gross motor skills, which are critical for overall physical development.

  • Hand-Eye Coordination:

    Many sports activities, such as catching a ball or swinging a bat, improve hand-eye coordination, which is essential for fine motor skill development and tasks like writing and drawing.

  • Social Skills:

    Sports classes teach children the importance of teamwork, communication, and cooperation. Children learn to share, take turns, and work together toward a common goal, improving their ability to interact with others.

  • Discipline and Focus:

    Sports teach children how to follow rules, pay attention to instructions, and stay focused on a task. This helps build self-discipline and listening skills, which are important in both school and life.

  • Confidence and Self-Esteem:

    Mastering new skills, such as kicking a ball or scoring a goal, boosts a child's self-confidence. Sports provide a sense of accomplishment, encouraging a positive self-image and belief in their abilities.

  • Problem-Solving and Decision-Making:

    Sports often involve quick thinking and decision-making, helping children develop problem-solving skills. They learn to think on their feet and make choices under pressure.

  • Emotional Regulation:

    Participating in sports helps children learn to manage emotions such as frustration, excitement, and disappointment. This builds emotional resilience and teaches them to handle both wins and losses in a healthy way.

  • Respect for Rules and Fair Play:

    Sports instil a sense of fairness and respect for rules, teaching children about the importance of honesty, fairness, and good sportsmanship.

  • Energy Release and Stress Relief:

    Sports provide an excellent outlet for children to release energy in a structured environment, helping them manage stress and improve focus.

  • Healthy Habits:

    By engaging in sports, children begin to understand the importance of physical activity and healthy habits, which can set the foundation for a lifelong commitment to fitness and wellbeing.

Yoga and Mindfulness Classes (During School Terms)

At Children's Choice, we integrate yoga and mindfulness into our programs, bringing exceptional benefits to your child's development. Yoga and mindfulness offer a powerful combination of physical, mental, and emotional benefits for children, supporting their overall development:

  • Physical Benefits:

    Strength and Flexibility: Yoga poses help children build muscle strength and increase flexibility, promoting healthy physical development.

    Balance and Coordination: Through mindful movement and yoga postures, children improve their balance and coordination, which are important for gross motor skills.

    Body Awareness: Yoga teaches children how their bodies move and function, encouraging better posture, alignment, and overall body control.


  • Cognitive Development:

    Improved Focus and Attention: Mindfulness exercises, such as deep breathing and guided meditation, enhance children's ability to concentrate and maintain attention, which can improve their performance in other learning areas.

    Memory and Problem-Solving: Yoga and mindfulness stimulate brain function by encouraging children to follow sequences, remember poses, and engage in creative thinking, which strengthens memory and problem-solving skills.


  • Emotional Benefits:

    Emotional Regulation: Both yoga and mindfulness teach young children how to manage emotions like frustration, anger, or excitement by focusing on their breath and being present, helping them develop emotional resilience.

    Self-Calming Techniques: Mindfulness practices like deep breathing and relaxation give children tools to calm themselves when feeling overwhelmed, aiding in stress management.

    Increased Self-Esteem: As children learn and master new yoga poses, they build confidence in their abilities. Mindfulness promotes self-awareness, helping children feel more secure and positive about themselves.


  • Mental Health:

    Reduced Anxiety and Stress: Mindfulness helps children become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, reducing anxiety and promoting a sense of calm.

    Better Sleep: The calming nature of yoga and mindfulness promotes relaxation, leading to improved sleep quality and fewer bedtime struggles.

  • Social Skills:

    Cooperation and Teamwork: In group yoga and mindfulness sessions, children learn to take turns, share space, and support each other, fostering better communication and social interaction.

    Empathy and Compassion: Mindfulness activities can help children develop a sense of empathy by encouraging them to be present, aware of others' feelings, and kind in their interactions.

  • Creativity and Imagination:

    Engaging Movement: Many yoga poses are playful, inspired by animals or nature, sparking creativity and imagination as children explore movement in a fun, imaginative way.

    Creative Expression: Mindfulness activities can include storytelling, art, or guided visualisation, allowing children to express their thoughts and feelings freely.


  • Healthy Lifestyle Habits:

    Foundation for Wellness: Yoga and mindfulness introduce children to the importance of physical and mental health, fostering healthy habits that can last a lifetime.

    Mindful Eating: Mindfulness can extend beyond movement and meditation to encourage mindful eating, helping children develop a positive relationship with food.

  • Improved Behaviour:

    Self-Discipline and Patience: Yoga and mindfulness teach children to control their impulses, follow instructions, and practice patience, which positively influences behaviour in daily life.

    Pro-Social Behaviour: Mindfulness promotes kindness, gratitude, and empathy, encouraging children to develop positive relationships and pro-social behaviours.

Through mindfulness practices, including quiet times in the classroom, we help children relax and manage their emotions effectively. Yoga and mindfulness classes promote holistic growth, combining physical development with emotional and cognitive wellbeing. These practices help children manage stress, build confidence, and develop the skills needed to navigate their world with greater ease and joy. By fostering these practices, we support your child in developing a well-rounded, balanced approach to their overall health and happiness.

Swimming Lessons

For an additional fee, children over 3 years old can participate in a learn-to-swim program

Swimming lessons offer numerous benefits for children, supporting their physical, emotional, and social development:

  • 1. Physical Development:

    • Strength and Endurance: Swimming helps build muscle strength, cardiovascular fitness, and endurance, promoting overall physical health.
    • Coordination and Motor Skills: Swimming involves the use of multiple muscle groups simultaneously, improving coordination, balance, and fine motor skills.
    • Flexibility: The range of motion involved in swimming strokes helps children increase flexibility and agility.

  • 2. Water Safety:

    • Life-Saving Skills: Early swimming lessons teach basic water safety and survival skills, which are essential for reducing the risk of drowning.
    • Confidence in Water: Gaining comfort and confidence in the water helps children feel secure in aquatic environments, making them safer and more relaxed.

  • 3. Cognitive Benefits:

    • Improved Focus and Discipline: Swimming lessons require children to follow instructions and pay attention, which improves focus and self-discipline in a fun setting.
    • Problem-Solving Skills: Learning to swim involves problem-solving, such as figuring out how to float, breathe, and coordinate movements in the water, enhancing cognitive development.

  • 4. Emotional and Social Benefits:

    • Boosts Confidence: Mastering swimming skills provides a sense of achievement, boosting self-esteem and confidence in children as they see their progress.
    • Stress Relief: Swimming can have a calming effect on children, helping them release energy and manage emotions like frustration or anxiety.
    • Social Interaction: Group lessons encourage children to interact with their peers, fostering teamwork, communication, and socialisation skills.

  • 5. Independence and Resilience:

    • Self-Reliance: Swimming promotes independence by encouraging children to trust their own abilities and become more self-reliant in the water.
    • Resilience and Perseverance: Swimming lessons teach children how to overcome challenges and persist in learning new skills, fostering resilience and perseverance.

  • 6. Improved Health:

    • Enhanced Lung Capacity: The controlled breathing techniques in swimming improve lung capacity and respiratory health.
    • Low-Impact Exercise: Swimming is gentle on joints, making it a great form of exercise for young children, promoting long-term physical activity without strain.
    • Stronger Immune System: Regular physical activity like swimming boosts the immune system, helping children stay healthier.

  • 7. Early Habit Formation:

    • Foundation for Lifelong Fitness: Swimming lessons introduce children to physical activity in a fun and engaging way, encouraging a lifelong love of exercise and fitness.
    • Respect for Water: Early exposure to swimming lessons fosters respect for water, teaching children to approach it with both confidence and caution.

In summary, swimming lessons provide essential physical, cognitive, and social benefits while teaching critical water safety skills. These lessons set the foundation for a healthy, active lifestyle and build confidence, discipline, and resilience in young children.

Want to learn more about our tailored programs? Head to our contact page and talk to our team about the perfect fit for your child.

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