Philosophy & Commitment to Child Safety

At The Cubbyhouse we believe in...

…bridging the gap

between the home environment and early childhood settings. We strive for families to feel as they enter our service, that it is an extension of their home environment. Educators take a personal and individualized approach to forming relationships with the children and their families, promoting positive interactions and ensuring children can clearly see the connectedness that their families share with the educators. It is not only these partnerships that we lay emphasis on; we are dedicated to maintaining a unified and harmonious team environment. Our service is well established and longstanding and we pride ourselves on our high level of staff retention. Our educators are passionate, dedicated and committed to ensuring the children and families of the service feel safe and secure and that they are leaving their children in the best possible early education and care environment.

...being global citizens,

taking responsibility for the planet on which we live. We believe that without knowing your world, you cannot respect it. We place value in natural learning environments.

By encouraging children to engage in these environments in their daily experiences and by gaining an understanding and appreciation for these resources, we feel that the foundation of connectedness to their world is being laid. We place value on our accessibility

to a variety of opportunities that allow children to be immersed in the happenings of our local community. We believe that once children have an appreciation for living things, they will have a connection with them and in turn, be emotionally invested in preserving them. We feel that by embedding sustainable practices within our service, we are providing children with invaluable tools and knowledge to be advocates for environmental protection, long after they leave The Cubbyhouse.

...valuing learning

We know that children are capable beings and often respond much more enthusiastically to learning when they are the ones directing it. We support and scaffold this through a range of teaching practices and strategies and tailor these to suit each child’s unique learning style. We understand that children make meaning of their world in their own time and we support their learning by ensuring they have the resources

and interactions they need to take the time to engage and drive their own learning.

…continuous improvement

Educators are committed to professional growth, recognizing the value in continuity between theory and practice, as well as building on their knowledge base consistently and at every opportunity. Educators also engage in reflective practice, both individually and as a team to ensure that they are implementing best practice in all that they do. We take feedback from families very seriously and use this to critically reflect on our role as Early Childhood Educators and the care that we provide.

and interactions they need to take the time to engage and drive their own learning.

…the value of childhood

We respect a child’s right to a childhood and are empathic and understanding of the fact that children will develop and mature at their own place. We understand it is essential for children to develop relationships in the early learning environment in order for them become confident enough to explore and discover.

We believe that working in collaboration with families and the community will ensure that a holistic approach to children’s learning and development will be achieved.

We believe in guiding, nurturing and supporting each and every child in their journey to be the very best version of themselves that they can be.

…respecting diversity

We appreciate that with each new family, educator and visitor that connects with The Cubbyhouse community, comes a new story and new learning opportunities. We invite families, visitors, community members and educators to share their world with us. We embrace culture and celebrate what makes our Cubbyhouse community who they are. We explore diverse cultures authentically by imbedding it in all that we do.

We respect each child’s right to high quality early childhood education and continue to advocate this for all families within our community.

...acknowledging the traditional owners of the land

We have a strong commitment to continuously learn about and gain understanding of the traditional owners of the land. We respectfully imbed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture throughout the curriculum and are on a continuous journey on how we can improve our practice. We believe in building on levels of cultural awareness, understanding and bringing change for an education journey children can thrive in. We understand our role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families within our community and value the learning that can occur when these partnerships are established and maintained.

Loved by Local Families

The educators at CubbyHouse, lead by Katherine, are some of the most caring and nurturing that I have come across. They care about every aspect of our children's development, and know them extremely well. Nothing is too much trouble for any of them, they are able to accomodate the needs of all children, and they advocate for each and every child. The facilities are fantastic and my son adores being able to explore imaginative play in the well-resourced indoor and outdoor areas. The staff regularly plan experiences based on the interests of the children and get them involved in different celebrations. We couldn't be happier with the care received and the facilities of the centre.

Elena A

My daughter has been attending The Cubbyhouse since February 2024, and I couldn’t be happier with our experience. The educators are exceptional, the facilities are excellent, and the overall environment is warm and welcoming. From the moment you step inside, it feels like a safe and homely space. I especially appreciate the small, family-like atmosphere—it truly makes a difference. My daughter enjoys it so much that she often asks to go even on weekends and sometimes doesn’t want to leave at the end of the day!

Ashlea V

My kids have attended Cubbyhouse since 2019 (eldest at school now) and I can honestly say this centre is like a home away from home. The educators are amazing, the director is knowledgable and passionate. The environment and educational program they provide on a daily basis is second to none. I highly recommend the Cubbyhouse Preschool!

Danielle C

Our son has been going to the Cubbyhouse for the past two years and he has gone from strength to strength in the supportive and caring environment.
Almost all of the educators have been there a considerable amount of time and they are supported by a hands on Director.
The educators have been really wonderful with suggesting options to help his development with OTs etc whilst also letting him be a child and play.
I often recommend the Cubbyhouse to people that move into the area.

Jacquilyne K

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Our small, community-based centre offers limited places to ensure personalised care and meaningful connections. If you're interested in joining us, pop your name on our waitlist and we’ll be in touch as soon as a spot becomes available.

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