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Our Philosophy
We believe that each child, family and educator is a unique and valued individual.
We value and honour diversity and accept and celebrate differences in other people. We believe each person and their family’s values, culture, beliefs, abilities and language should be acknowledged accepted and reflected in the preschool’s environment.
We believe that education is transformative and share the children’s journey of self-discovery and change.
We believe learning is enhanced in an environment where you feel you belong. We believe in nourishing the children’s and educators’ souls, creativity and imagination.
We believe that play is essential in the lives of young children.
We believe play values the ideal of allowing children to “just be” and recognizes the importance of early childhood. We believe play should be fun, exciting, spontaneous, hands-on, stimulating, relaxing, comforting and challenging. We believe it is important to provide opportunities for children to experiment, discover, explore, create, investigate, practice theories, solve problems and express ideas with the support of other children and educators. We believe in celebrating children’s play, discoveries and learning through reflection and meaningful documentation.
We believe children are capable, resourceful and valued members of the community.
We believe children should be encouraged and supported to follow their learning interests with the support of the preschool community. We believe that play is essential to children’s learning and that children learn most effectively within an unhurried environment with meaningful, authentic experiences. We believe young children bring delight and make a valuable contribution to the community and the world.
We believe children should be encouraged and supported to make their own decisions.
Choices and seeks to actively develop positive problem-solving skills in a success-orientated environment. We believe in providing children with opportunities to discover and learn about themselves, others and the environment in an atmosphere that encourages harmonious and meaningful relationships.
We believe this is essential to everyone’s wellbeing and development.
We believe a sense of wonder, belonging to and love of the land, nature and animals are critical for young children to develop lifelong respectful, positive and proactive attitudes toward our environment and to ensure our sustainable future. We believe in giving children time to play outdoors every day when possible. We believe in the rights of children to be able to feel the sun on their faces, experience the natural rhythms of the seasons and breathe fresh air. We believe in nurturing and protecting our most precious gifts – our children and our planet.
We believe in building a community that values children, respects their rights and gives them love.
We believe in building a community that enables children to develop a readiness for the transition to school and more meaningful, a readiness for life.
We believe our community are the children, their families, the educators and all people and services.
Dooral Early Learning Centre has made connections with us since our establishment. We believe as part of this community, we have a responsibility to our children and families to establish and maintain a sense of belonging and connection to the land and our shared Aboriginal history and culture, to actively embrace reconciliation and spread this message.
We believe in providing acceptance and support to promote the children’s, families’ and educator’s personal growth.
Develop their positive self-esteem and confidence. We believe in developing respectful relationships with children, families and staff through open and meaningful communication. We encourage and support children to interact peacefully and collaboratively, express empathy for others actively challenge bias and promote social justice.
We believe in supporting and developing a partnership with families to share the nurturing and education of their children.
We encourage each family to participate in the Dooral Early Learning Centre community and support and welcome their interest and involvement.
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What Parents Say
Jessica Van Dyk
We love Dooral! The teachers are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in each child’s development. Our daughter has blossomed in their care, developing essential skills and friendships. The facility is clean, well-organised, and safe. Communication is excellent, keeping us informed about daily activities and milestones. We appreciate the variety of activities, including arts, music, and outdoor play. Thank your Dooral for always providing a great environment for our 2 year old (who has attended since a baby).
Louise Hamerlok
It was a huge decision as to where to send our Daughter, and after viewing several centres in the area, we knew immediately Dooral was the right one. The teachers are amazing and they fully engage with the children at all times, ensuring that their development and care is the priority. Our daughter has learnt so many great skills during her time at Dooral and I always know she’s in the best hands. The facilities and equipment are clean and modern and encourage learning and development at all ages. I can’t recommend this centre highly enough!
Elise Adams
Dooral Early Learning Centre is a wonderful place of learning, fun and adventure. I was worried to send my son off to daycare when I had to return to work as I of course was concerned that he wouldn’t be nurtured and appreciated as much as at home.. well never fear, at Dooral it is the complete opposite! The staff are so caring, professional and take genuine interest in the life of the kids. They all are so involved in my son’s development and keep me constantly updated with progress and newly learnt skills, it is such a joy for a parent when they have to be away from their child. I could not recommend Dooral any higher.. It truely is the best second home for my son!
Kheang Ly
Great centre, lovely staff and my little one loves it!
Andrew McLean
Couldn’t recommend Kenthust Dooral ELC higher. A beautiful, welcoming community that has looked after our little girl and helped her blossom so much over the past year. Thank you to Silvia and the team for their ongoing dedication and support for our little ones.
Amanda Basilious
Words can not explain when your child is excited to get ready and get to the car because they know they are coming to Dooral!! We have started attending here a few weeks now and our nonverbal child hurries us to get him to Dooral and doesn’t want to leave at pick up. I have to chase him in the centre and carry him to the car as he doesn’t want to leave even though he has been there all day. This just shows amazing staff and amazing environment. The staff are so in-tuned with the children, patient, cheerful and work really hard to support our boy. Thank you Dooral staff for making our boy excited to be social and learning each Dooral day.
Anonymous User
This daycare made the transition for my toddler starting daycare for the first time so much easier. The educators are kind, nurturing, and all mums themselves- not super young. Meals and nappies are included, which makes life so much easier. The centre is surrounded by beautiful Kenthurst gardens and nature, with plenty of room for kids to run around. There’s also not as much sickness here compared to the bigger daycares. Highly recommend!
