KU Laurel Tree House Child Care Centre - KU Children's Services

WillowsKU LaurelTree HouseChild Care CentreFrequently askedquestionsWhat age children does your centre cater for?KU Laurel Tree House provides long day care services forchildren aged 6 weeks to 6 years old.What hours do you operate?We operate 8:00am - 6:00pm, Monday to Friday.How many children are at the centre each day?We have a maximum of 39 children each day.What are the fees for your centre?KU Laurel Tree House is an approved service for CCB sofees vary depending on your rebate. Fee discounts alsoapply for Sydney University students. Please contact theDirector to enquire about the rate that applies to you.Is food provided?Yes, a nutritious lunch, dinner, morning and afternoon teais included in the fee and prepared on-site by our qualifiedcook.Do you offer a preschool program?Yes, we implement a preschool program daily for childrenaged 3.5 to school age and implement a focussedtransition to school program in term 4 which includesvisits to the local primary school.Is there parking available at the centre?Parking at the centre is difficult, however there is a 15minute drop off and pick up space in front of the centre.Please contact us orvisit our website tofind out moreKU Laurel Tree House Child Care Centre61 Arundel Street, Glebe NSW 2037(Opposite Sydney University, adjacent tofootbridge over Parramatta Road)T 02 9660 8857F 02 9660 8826E ku.laureltreehouse@ku.com.auwww.ku.com.auAll images and artwork are from KU Centres© KU Children’s Services 2013Proudly a not for profit organisation

“We have entrustedKU Laurel Tree House withour 3 children since 2006.The carers have becomepart of our extendedfamily; their warmth,concern and the genuinerapport they buildwith the children (andtheir families) is unlikeanything you will find inother centres”Margherita - ParentWelcome toKU Laurel Tree HouseKU Laurel Tree House is one of three long day care centresmanaged by KU Children’s Services on behalf of the SydneyUnion. We give priority to students and the staff of TheUniversity of Sydney.Our program is educative and individualised, whilst beingembedded in play. It provides opportunities for discovery thatcapture children’s natural wonderment, and supports theirknowledge acquisition, and development through moments ofintentional teaching.The centre is divided into two main learning environments. Infront of the centre, 12 children aged between 6 weeks and 2years are cared for within a safe and stimulating environment.The four qualified and nurturing educators in this area supportthe children to reach milestones, and create an environmentwhere the children feel safe, content and a sense of belonging.At the rear of the centre, two large laurel trees are surroundedby an inviting timber deck. The environment is shared by 12, 2to 3 year olds and 15, 3 to 6 year olds. Our four qualified andexperienced educators in this area ensure the interactions andcurriculum is based on the children’s interests, and that thechildren’s play is ongoing, meaningful and negotiated with thechildren and families.Our centre prides itself on above average ratio’s, higherthan standard level of training, detailed educational records,collaboration with families, and an atmosphere that is foundedin respect. For more information, or to enquire about enrollingyour child, please contact the centre Director.The KUDifferenceEstablished in 1895, KU is one of Australia’s leading communitybased, not-for-profit provider of early childhood education andcare. This wealth of knowledge and experience allows KU toenrich the lives of more than 15,000 children and families eachyear through over 150 services and programs.Qualified, experienced staffAt KU we recognise our staff as being our most valuableresource. KU staff are highly qualified and well trained. Weprovide staff with ongoing in-service training and meetwithin regions on a regular basis to share our experiences andinnovations.Professional support and expertiseKU has a dedicated team of Area Managers and EducationSupport Managers who visit each service on a regular basis.The purpose of these visits includes working with staff ontheir professional development, the curriculum provided forchildren and families, providing support for children withadditional needs and generally monitoring the operation andmanagement of each service.Play-basedlearning programsKU strongly values the importance of play-based programs.All of our high quality programs are based on current researchand are planned by our experienced and qualified earlychildhood staff.Play-based programs provide a wide range of activeand meaningful experiences that incorporate choice forchildren, while enabling them to experience many of theorganisational elements that are important at school. Theseinclude developing understandings about:What happens in a day - understanding the time framePatterns of interaction - with adults and with childrenExpectations - knowing what educators, parents and otherchildren expectIndependence - making decisions, using initiativeSelf regulation - making judgements about their ownneeds and responsesPlanning - choosing experiences, planning how toapproach tasks.Please ask our staff about your child’s program and for anupdate on their progress.