Country Cubs Preschool & Long Day Care:

The service has been operating for over 10 years. The centre is licensed for 39 children per day, caring for children 2-5 years.

We operate for 50 weeks per year, the centre closes for 2 weeks over the Christmas period. We are open from 7.30am - 5.30pm. The centre is closed for all Public Holidays.

Transportation

The service uses two buses for transport for the Preschool & Outside School Hours Care service. Both buses are fitted with DVD players for your child’s enjoyment. The centre maintains full insurance and public liability for the buses.

Please discuss your options of pick up and drop off's from your home to the preschool from Coffs Harbour, with the director.

Centre Program, Parent Interviews, Philosophy & Goals

Both services have planned weekly educational programs. The services have specific goals in relation to the programs delivered. The centre also has a philosophy statement located near the programming boards should you wish to read this. The programs are planned with a combination of factors, we ensure that your child’s development and progress is monitored through weekly child observations. We complete Developmental Checklists every 6 months. We combine this information with your child’s personal interests to deliver a program that is rich, educational and fun. If you can assist us with the program in any way that would be appreciated. If you feel you would like to make comments about any aspect of the program please discuss this with a staff member. Parent Interviews are conducted and offered to parents half yearly. If you have a concern regarding your child’s development or individual needs please discuss these with a staff member. The centre also supports children with additional needs or special requirements. The centre supports integration and liaise with other support agencies to provide you with the care your child and family needs. We have included a sample copy of a Preschool & Vacation Care program.

Staff

Country cubs preschool aim to employ educated staff with a range of formal education and life experiences, backgrounds and gender who can make a valued contributions to the service. All staff will contribute to and be involved with the centre’s educational programs, through documenting observations and basing those on further enhances towards a Childs development. Our staff is trained to ensure they provide an environment for children where they can learn and feel respected and cared for. Country Cubs Preschool encourages staff to work towards and environment which is based around mutual respect, support and professionalism. Country cubs understands the importance and encourages staff to attend training seminars to broaden their knowledge .professional development is an important aspect for staff in enhancing their commitment to quality practices. The service maintains Behaviour management policies and staff are encouraged to model, positive language and behaviour. We aim to create a comfortable environment where staff feel inspired to accept their role as early childhood educators.