Frequently Asked Questions
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We welcome children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age, providing nurturing care and high-quality early learning through every stage of childhood.
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Our service is open Monday to Friday from 7:00am to 6:00pm, excluding public holidays.
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Simply contact our team to arrange a tour or complete an enrolment enquiry through our website. We'll guide you through the enrolment process and answer any questions you may have.
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Absolutely. We encourage all families to visit our service through our “Stay and Play Program”, meet our educators and explore our learning environments. Choosing an early learning service is an important decision, and we want you to feel confident that Little Handprints is the right fit for your family. See our Enrolment page for more info.
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We'll provide you with a complete checklist before your child's first day.
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Yes. We proudly partner with Kids Gourmet Food to provide nutritious, balanced meals and snacks throughout the day. We cater for allergies, medical conditions, cultural requirements and dietary preferences.
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Children's health and safety are our highest priority. Individual allergy management plans are developed in partnership with families and healthcare professionals. Our educators are trained in allergy awareness, anaphylaxis management and emergency response procedures.
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We believe strong partnerships begin with open communication. Families receive regular updates about their child's day, learning experiences, wellbeing and achievements through our family communication platform, conversations with educators and family events.
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Every child settles differently. We work closely with families to develop a gradual and supportive transition into care, helping children build trusting relationships with educators and feel safe, secure and confident in their new environment.
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Our curriculum is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach. We believe children learn best through play, exploration, meaningful relationships and hands-on experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity and confidence.
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Yes. We believe outdoor play is an essential part of childhood. Children enjoy daily opportunities to explore nature, develop physical skills, take appropriate risks and connect with the environment. When weather conditions are suitable, we also embrace rainy day play as a valuable learning experience, so please send gumboots and a raincoat for children aged 2-6 years
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School readiness is about much more than letters and numbers. We help children develop confidence, independence, resilience, communication, emotional regulation, problem-solving skills and a love of learning—building the foundations for a successful transition to school.
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Creating a child-safe environment is our highest priority. We follow comprehensive health, safety and child protection policies, maintain secure environments, conduct regular risk assessments and ensure all educators are trained in child protection, first aid, emergency management and safe practices. We are committed to the NSW Child Safe Standards and fostering a culture where every child feels safe, respected and heard.
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Yes. Our educators hold recognised early childhood qualifications and participate in ongoing professional learning to ensure they remain informed about current best practice, child development and early education.
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An Exceeding National Quality Standard (NQS) rating recognises services that consistently go above and beyond the national standards for education and care. It reflects our commitment to providing exceptional learning experiences, strong relationships, safe environments and continuous improvement.
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We welcome every child and value inclusion. We work closely with families and external professionals to ensure children receive the support they need to participate, learn and thrive within our inclusive learning community.
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Absolutely. Families are a child's first teachers, and we value genuine partnerships. We encourage families to share their ideas, cultures, skills and experiences, participate in special events and contribute to their child's learning journey.
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Little Handprints Woolooware is a boutique early learning community where children and families are truly known. Guided by our values of Nurture • Connect • Grow, we combine exceptional education and care with genuine relationships, beautiful learning environments, nature-based experiences, a strong commitment to child safety and an unwavering focus on helping every child flourish.
Still Have Questions?
We'd love to hear from you.
Please contact our friendly team or book a tour to experience Little Handprints Woolooware for yourself. We look forward to welcoming your family into our community.