not - for - profit
Community Preschool.
Being,
Belonging,
Becoming.
We believe that each child is an individual developing in their own way and time.
That children learn best when supported by trusting relationships, acceptance, open communication and the fostering af positive self-identities.
Outdoor Space
At Hibiscus we offer a large open outdoor area, fostering all types of play "invites open-ended interactions, spontaneity, risk taking, exploration, discovery and connection with nature. Quality Areo 3 of the NQS. (DEEWR, 2009). We aim to foster a love of nature and natural spaces with a sense of responsibility. Hibiscus has veggie patches, flower beds, an edible garden, digging patch, room to run and quiet spaces to retreat. Sand, mud, water and natural play materials.
“Teaching children about the natural world should be treated as one of the most important events in their lives”.
We believe in acknowledging the original custodians of this land. We pay respect to members of the Bidlagal and Godigel clans of the Dharawal Nation and their elders, past, present ‘and emerging and acknowledge the important role Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people continue to play within our community. We thank them for sharing the and on which we play and work.
Transition
to school
Our transition to school focuses on strong reciprocal relationships between the Preschool, schools and families. This ensures our transition program meets the needs of children and families in our community.
Hibiscus is fortunate to be on the grounds of Daceyville Public School with literacy groups, shared special days - such as Harmony Day and school library visits. Our children feel very much a part of the local school community.
The forge grounds of Daceyville school give us the opportunity, to become familiar with this environment throughout the year. Our program is set up to give children the best start into kindergarten and a successful transition to their primary school years.
“experiment discover create explore investigate”
‘‘Our Program is Underpinned by The Early Years Learning Frameworks for Australia."
Hibiscus views children as active and competent participants in their own learning.
Play Base Learning Curriculum
Interests and strengths are scaffolded into each child's individual program.
Educators observe, document, and reflect to plan for your child. We build warm and responsive relationships enabling children and their families to be active participants in their own learning journey.
Child Focused
Our cycle of planning includes, observations,
planned and unplanned experiences, assessment of learning and reflections. Our program is shared via the STORYPARK App as well as Floorbooks and our room displays, our Quality Improvement Plan in Action.
Variety of Experiences
Multi disciplinary learning for various interests.
We provide opportunities such as Yoga and meditation, gardening, Art, Music and fundamental movement skills. Drama, Sand and water play, science and learning to care for and respect our environment as well as numeracy and literacy.
Partnership
with Parents
We believe partnerships are at the core of Education and we acknowledge the crucial role parents play in their Childs education. By being involved in any way you can our goals is to work together for the best start in learning. As a community based not-for-profit preschool, we welcome parental involvement.
“Hibiscus involves families
in decisions making”
We provide opportunities to participate in events and experiences, sharing this with your child and family.
Hibiscus builds a sense of community by creating an environment of inclusiveness and Collaboration allowing all to feel valued and heard. Families are invited to join the Management Committee.
History of Hibiscus
Hibiscus was formed in 1977 in the grounds of the old Sydney showgrounds at Paddington. Like minded parents wonted on an open, caring, natural environment for their children. When the Stadium was built in 1984 the Centre was relocated to the grounds of Daceyvile Public School.
Hibiscus is a not - for - profit
Community Preschool.
We have a parent management committee. Hibiscus is above ratio in both Educators and their qualifications.
HOURS 8.30~4.30 | 46 WEEKS PER YEAR
“With large open space and a
natural sun filled yard we play
and learn on each day.”
2024 Fees
Fees are reduced and reviewed yearly in line with Government funding at present Hibiscus offers 2 free days for Fee Relief - Start Strong.
Additional days are:
Funded equity fee $15
Unfunded $60
Which fee will you pay?
Government legislation endeavours to give all children 600 hours of preschool education for their year prior to school through Start Strong. This equates to 2 days a week. Due to these funding arrangements, if your child is attending for a third day this will be at an increased cost to the prior days. Fees are determined by the Hibiscus Preschool Parent Management Committee.
The NSW Department of Education requires parents to sign the ‘Consent to use and disclosure of personal information’ form at the time of enrolment. Your eligibility for Start Strong Funding is conditional upon signing this form.
4 year old Start Strong fee is charged for:
Children who are 4 years of age on or before 31 July in that preschool year. 2 days per week enrolment.
3 year old Start Strong fee is charged for:
Children who are 4 years of age on or before 31 July in that preschool year. 2 days per week enrolment.
Start Strong Equity fee is charged for:
Children who are at least 3 years of age on or before 31 July in that preschool year. 2 days per week enrolment.
Within the following criteria:
- Health Care Card (in the name of the parent with the child
- Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
- Children with a diagnosed disability or delay
Start Strong Equity fee is charged for:
Children attend for a third day
Community
Library and
Parent Resources
Find information on the types of child care, fee assistance and links to other useful websites about children's health, wellbeing, parenting and family support services.
Early Childhood Education
Child Protection
Child Protection - NSW
Childsofety.org.au
Food & Nutrition
Health
Staying Healthy in Childcare
SunSmart
Child and Family East - Sydney Children’s Community
Health Centre
Government Fee Support
Waitlist
Please download the waitlist application form:
Completed forms are to be returned to Hibiscus Children’s Centre Office
Hibiscus Children's Centre
Joffe Crescent, Banks Ave, Daceyville NSW 2032
Opening
Hours 8.30 - 4.30
46 weeks per year
We believe in acknowledging the original custodians of this land. We pay respect to members of the Bidiagal and Gadigal clans of the Dharawal Nation and their elders, past, present and emerging and acknowledge the important role Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people continue to play within our community. We thank them for sharing the land on which we play and work.
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