Our Child Care Philosophy – Redefining Learning
Young Academics is built on a childcare philosophy which stands firmly on sparking new understandings of learning, educating and caring for young children outside of the family domain. We broaden the concept of learning and make it known as an ongoing pursuit towards wisdom, knowledge and experience.
“Thinking about thinking”
In alignment with the National Quality Standards, our programs, facilities and resources all coincide with the aspiration of creating a dynamic learning environment. We aim to redefine learning, transforming it from a word into an idea, with what we like to call “thinking about thinking.” The Early Years Learning Framework does not encompass a philosophy. Rather it describes the fundamental concepts of childcare learning and teaching and purposes these under three characteristics - belonging, being and becoming. At Young Academics we appropriate these characteristics into our philosophy through a process of metamorphosis; your child becoming ready for the 21st century through intentional teaching and scaffolding and personalised childcare.
Curriculum x Philosophy
Our Young Academics curriculum uses your child as the paramount influence on curriculum development and teaching methods. We acknowledge, assess and review the interrelationships between our curriculum, educational outcomes and child development constantly, as a means of considering pedagogical decision making, curriculum design and educational approaches in our childcare settings.
As part of our childcare philosophy, Young Academics ensures each child’s learning is supported through our various programs, such as ‘school play,’ providing an environment rich in support and materials, encouraging growth and stimulation. In alignment with National Quality Standards, our curriculum works hand in hand with our learning centres through interactions between resources, people and learning materials.
Resources x Philosophy
At each of our centres, Young Academics, hand in hand with our philosophy, aim to forge pathways towards new understandings, shaping lessons through careful observation, personalised learning activities and the utilisation of state of the art facilities. Yes, in theory, these resources are all fantastic. However, our most valuable asset is our professional staff.
"A bird can only fly with a wing of knowledge and a wing of love." - Rumi
Carefully selected through particular criteria, our staff are dedicated to the welfare, wellbeing and development of children. Our philosophy relies on their expertise and provides quality data on your child regarding their academic, social, emotional and physical wellbeing, using this data carefully to create early childhood programs which cater to the personal needs of every single student who walks through our doors. Through this, we become abodes of imagination and build a house of knowledge within the hearts of your little one.
Young Academics acknowledges that we house your children when they spend time with us; from your home to ours, we welcome your child into our family.
WHY YOUNG ACADEMICS?
As a family, everything is taken care of as soon as you walk through the centre doors. We provide each child with nappies, wipes, linen, sunscreen, 5 delicious meals, superior facilities and resources, dedicated and engaged educators and a world class daily program focusing on overall wellness, filled with lots of time for fun and exploration.
Our comprehensive offering provides families with peace of mind knowing that their child will be wonderfully taken care of and immersed in educational experiences from the moment they arrive, to the moment they leave the centre.
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Tune into Kinderloop
We love nothing more than sharing your child’s progress with you. That’s why we use Kinderloop, an app developed to help educators keep families ‘in the loop’ by capturing and sharing your child’s special moments throughout the day. By simply downloading Kinderloop to your smart phone, you can stay in touch with your child’s milestones, daily activities and events every day.
Testimonials
Being a brand new center was one of the reasons I first enrolled our daughter into Young Academics. After meeting the friendly staff, I had no reason but to believe that she would be well looked after.
Although she only attended a couple of days a week, she had fun learning, loved the staff and became school ready.
This gave us no hesitation in enrolling our son, who too is enjoying his time more and more each day.
- Alison Issanchon
My daughter Jacinta Abraham is in the Preschool 2 Room, I absolutely LOVE the educators not only in her room but throughout the whole centre. Every morning without fail the teachers are very very welcoming and make me feel at ease dropping Jacinta off at 8 am. I have never felt happier at any preschool the way I feel at Young Academics Merrylands. Miss Charlene is definitely the face of the centre always happy and cheerful. The staff are so well behaved and spoken so I know that my daughter is receiving the best attention and education before entering Kindergarten next year!! In the afternoon when I pick Jacinta up from the centre the same staff are still happy and welcoming, and there is no better feeling as a parent to see that through the educators that are with your child all day.
- Belinda Salhab
Young Academics Castle Hill is a fantastic centre. The team at YA provide a caring and nurturing environment not only for the children attending but for the child's entire family.We have been able to put our trust in the team to be sensitive to the needs of our child and provide the very best in care, positive health and nutrition education and an engaging curriculum. Our son loves attending and enjoys spending time with each and every educator. As a full time mum working, I know my son is safe , happy and having a great time each and everyday that he attends the centre.
I would highly recommend this centre to anyone looking for a care. The best thing is the centre is an old heritage house that has been transformed , the warm homely feel you get when you walk in the door is the key for me.
Thank you Ladies for each and every day, we love it there!
- Diana Neich
- Jenna Jaques
I was quite apprehensive to change from family day care to a centre-based day care, but the staff at YA Elderslie have put all my concerns to rest. My 17 month old son has the best time there and the staff genuinely care for the children. Photos I receive on the Kinderloop app just make my day. My son’s talking has gone through the roof since starting also! Its obvious that the staff really interact with the children. I am so happy and comfortable to leave my son with these amazing people
- Jenny Petith
When walking into the centre my children are always greeted with love and I am always made to feel welcome.
- Kira Edwards
The staff and facilities at YA Elderslie have exceeded our expectations. We were asked for our individual children's routines as opposed to being handed the center routine and the staff have gone above and beyond to accomodate for each of our 3 children's emotional, physical and educational needs. The facilities are state of the art, incredibly clean and the toys are engaging and educational. The staff greet us each morning with a big smile and always approach and assist with making morning good bye's effortless and tear free! The meals are nutritious and the menu is diverse and I find our children eating foods they wouldn't normally consider trying at home. The kinderloop app keeps you updated with pictures and descriptions of what the children are doing in real time so you never feel left out of your child's experiences and gives us lots to talk about on the drive home. I've seen a positive change in our children and their confidence has grown, they look forward to attending each day and that's so important as a working parent, you just want to know they are happy and well cared for and we feel fortunate to have found a centre that is able to meet our families needs.
- Kristy
Young Academics Toongabbie, it's been nearly a year my son has attended, in a nutshell the centre is hygienic and serve nutritious food and playful activities that helps in overall growth and for us parents YA Toongabbie, a second home for kids covering all above with no complaints.
Ms Ivana and ll the girls are so friendly, caring and will answer all my calls with patience, over all they are doing fantabulous job. We are very contented with their services and fortunate to have this day care and the lovely team.
In all above aspect me and my husband ranks young academics Toongabbie 10+ out of 10. All we can say is Young Academics Toongabbie is the best.
- Kuncham Sangeeta
From the moment I walked into Young Academics Elderslie I knew we were meant to be here.The teachers go out of their way to greet each child and parent and make them feel special. I have 3 children attending YA Elderslie and each in different rooms. The quality of care we receive from each educator exceeds any place we have been to. We have been to three different child cares over 5 years and YA Elderslie is superior to all. Nothing is too much trouble for the centre manager Leanne, and everyone above has been amazing too (Kristy, Alison and Vanessa). My children enjoy the tasty and healthy menu, the large variety of arts and crafts, the learning experiences offered and the very exciting and engaging outdoors. My children look forward to going to "school" and no tears to attend. Thank you YA Elderslie you have been a wonderful asset to my children's learning.
- Lisa Maree Beauchamp
Young Academics Smeaton Grange has provided my son with an avenue to thrive in his development whilst enhancing his social skills. I have always been a sceptic about day care but this centre has completely changed my view and I am extremely happy with the care they provide. The staff are all very accomodating and friendly and continue to make myself, my husband and my son feel very welcome. It's nice to know that he is loved and well cared for when I'm at work and I see that through their interaction with him when I drop him off and pick him up and through what I can view on Kinderloop. A wonderful team with an enthusiasm for young child development. They should all be commended.
- Meg D'Arbon-Schipp
Our Values
Open Andhonest
Trust is everything in childcare, and we work hard to earn it. Whether we’re communicating with families or with each other, we’re truthful, respectful and responsive.
Passionatelyprofessional
We love looking after children – it’s that simple. It’s what drives us to ensure we’re always implementing best practice in everything we do, from qualifications to processes and curriculum. There’s no place for cutting corners!
Positivelyproactive
Always on the front foot, we’re constantly seeking ways to improve what we do. Just like your children, we’re always learning, growing, adapting and evolving.
We Are family
We want Young Academics to feel like a home away from home, so we keep family values at the heart of everything we do. It’s about closeness, trust, unity and teamwork.