Sandhills Early Childhood Centre

The centre has four playrooms that are designed to provide learning spaces for children, from infants and toddlers through to preschoolers. Each space is a unique setting and has its own outdoor area.

Groups of young children engage in play with their peers and are observed and guided by familiar, qualified staff.

It is our role to nurture and support children’s curiosity, perceptions and emotions, and develop meaningful relationships with all participants. Family grouping is encouraged with the whole group coming together in the later part of the afternoon.

A Sustainable Future at Sandhills

The playgrounds at Sandhills are natural, with bark chips, mulch and some grass.

We have two worm farms, there are gardens in each area and the children are very proud of their gardening efforts. The children also contribute to waste management at the centre by recycling paper and feeding the worms with the kitchen scraps.

A 10,000 gallon water tank collects water from the roof for use in the washing machine and toilets, and for a reticulated water course for play. The Centre has run a Water Wise education program and undertaken a waste audit.

We are excited at the opportunity to sow the seeds of sustainability in our children that may really impact on the future of our planet.