At Mini Miners Early Learning Centre, we are proud to offer both 3-year-old & 4-year-old kindergarten programs to the families of Miners Rest and wider communities. The kindergarten programs are delivered by bachelor qualified teachers, with experience in both early childhood education and primary school education. With this wealth of knowledge, of child development and education, we provide a high-quality educational and care program, building children’s school readiness abilities.

The kindergarten programs run separately from the childcare, in the Waratah Room. The 3-year-old Kindergarten Program will operate on a Monday & Wednesday, 8.30am – 4.00pm. The 4-year-old Kindergarten Program will be operating on a Tuesday & Thursday, 8.30am – 4.00pm. We offer before and after care, if necessary, outside of the kindergarten hours.

Guided by the Reggio Emilia approach, we take great pride in creating a learning environment that allows children to express themselves in various ways. By engaging in rich and meaningful experiences, children develop a passion for learning, building a strong foundation for future learning and success. Our indoor and outdoor learning spaces are thoughtfully planned and reflects the interests and desires of each individual child. Many learning activities and experiences are on offer to build children’s developing skills, preparing them for primary school, in the years to come.

At Mini Miners we offer the children a unique learning experience, The Paddock Block. Paddock Block is a session held exclusively outside, where children use the natural environment to source their own learning. The Paddock Block is a private block of land, generous in size and filled with natural elements. It is located on a private road, behind the service and easily accessible by staff and children. As children explore the natural environment at the Paddock Block, they relish the freedom of the outdoors. Every child’s curiosity is supported and their love for learning is extended through play and exploration. While at the Paddock Block, children engage in activities that strengthen their understanding of animals, gardening and nature, making sense of the world around them.