03 9532 2049 Our science programs cover the fundamental aspects of science learning, with a focus on the STEM (Science, technology engineering and mathematics) Integrated approach. The programs are run by our qualified STEM teacher, who creates a fun, inspiring and hands-on experience for the children to explore and harness their natural curiosity about the world. Children learn through impressive experiments, games and explorations, such as creating and launching their very own Rocketship, or discovering the world of dinosaurs by digging up and studying fossils!
Enrichment Programs
Science
Chess & Logical Thinking
Our chess teacher, who has been awarded an International Masters title in Chess, has adopted a child-oriented approach to teaching the game and logic related skills. Our chess programs are as equally fun as they are challenging and their teacher’s fun approach to teaching always results in lots of engagement throughout the program. Our chess programs also introduce and enhance the children’s knowledge of patterns, basic number knowledge and memory skills.
Cooking
Making Happy Weekend Bread has become a beloved tradition at Rainbow, that the children excitedly anticipate every Friday. Cooking, mixing ingredients, and making a mess is so much fun for children! Our cooking programs promote hands-on learning and provide enriching learning experiences, in addition, they encourage the children to explore their creativity while learning to appreciate different cuisines, tastes and cultures.
Dance
Our Dance programs are run by a qualified and experienced dance teacher who supports the notion of expressive dance! These fun and inspirational lessons, work on encouraging the children to develop their self-expression and confidence through creative movements and rhythm. Dance programs provide children with opportunities to move naturally, and express their emotions, thoughts or feelings freely.
Music
Music is a great tool that is widely used throughout the day by the centre’s educators, yet we feel the importance of music is so great that we also run a music program by a qualified music teacher to provide further opportunities and enhance all the benefits the music can offer a child. Our music teacher and her much loved wooden monkey friend, Bobby Dobby, introduce a range of fascinating sounds that have us eager to sing and dance.
Art
Art programs allows children numerous opportunities to express themselves creatively, using a variety of resources and techniques that encourage an extension of their imaginative and creative skills. Children are encouraged to make sense of the world around them and express their experiences with the physical application of creation, instilling a sense of pride as they share their beautiful art pieces at home with families and friends.
Yoga & Wellbeing
Our Yoga and Wellbeing programs are run by a professional yoga teacher, who has years of experience in her field. Our programs help to foster an appreciation for one’s wellbeing’s and promotes a healthy wellbeing -mind, body and spirit, for all the children. While developing the children’s sense of well-being through focus, balance and coordination, yoga also helps to improve children’s confidence and emotional regulation through relaxation and positive affirmations.
Speech or Communication & Social Development
Our weekly Communication and Social Development programs are run by a qualified speech pathologist in our pre-kinder room up to preschool. Our speech programs emphasize the social development of children and work on developing friendship skills, conflict resolution and problem-solving. The children will also gain assistance with language skills, helping with reading and writing, stuttering, speech difficulties, auditory processing and social skills.
Dogs for Life or Therapeutic Dogs
This therapy program focuses on working with specifically trained dogs to assist children in achieving predefined therapeutic and educational goals, including enhancing independence and facilitating increased positive participation in society. To ensure the most positive outcome, our educators work closely with the program trainer and actively participate in developing the lesson plans. The dogs for life experiences also allows children to explore other’s feelings and emotions; developing their sense of empathy as they interact with animals in a gentle and nurturing manner.
Movement
Run by a professional gymnastics’ teacher, our movement programs are all about using our energy in a safe and encouraging environment that’s filled with fun! Our indoor and outdoor programs promote a combination of both physical and emotional benefits. The program is designed to foster a love for physical activity while building confidence, self-esteem, and also providing a platform of knowledge to help boost school readiness skills.