Our ELC philosophy acknowledges that the family are the first educators of the child. It is therefore of significant importance that the family and school work together in partnership to provide the most effective and successful education for the child.

It is fundamental that there is a two-way reciprocal exchange of information so that educators and families can plan together to support the children to meet their learning goals. Always feel welcome to share relevant information with your child’s educators as this assists them to develop an understanding of the child in the home environment. It is important that there is consistency between both environments in order to create optimum learning opportunities for the child.

Educators will take the time to communicate with you at the beginning and the end of each day. There will also be formal opportunities for parent-teacher exchange throughout the year, however, always feel welcome to make contact with your child’s teacher if you have any questions at any stage. No question is ever too small. We really encourage you to ask questions as they arise so that we can work together.

I am also available to speak with parents to support or guide you with any question or concern you may have.

Please retain the following contact details for reference throughout the year:

Head of Early Learning Centre

Ms Sarah Bethune

Phone: 9828 3075

Email: sbethune@stcatherines.net.au

ELC Classrooms

Blue Gum Room – 9828 3931

Waratah Room – 9828 3932

Banksia Room – 9828 3068

Wattle Room – 9828 3037

ELC Information Evening – Tuesday 16 February 6.00-7.00pm

The Head of Early Learning Centre and ELC Teachers look forward to sharing our early learning philosophy and curriculum at our upcoming information evening. There will be separate presentations for parents of children attending the 3yo and 4yo programs.

The evening will commence at 6.00pm in the Junior School Auditorium.

We warmly encourage you to attend this important event as it is a great opportunity to connect with other parents and educators and, importantly, to hear more about the programs your child will be engaged in this year.

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Out of School Hours Care

St Catherine’s School offers an Out of School Hours Care program to all ELC and Junior School families. The program is implemented by our provider ‘After the Bell’, and operates within the ELC building. Parents are reminded that if you need to use the Before School Care or After School Care service, registrations need to be made in advance with ‘After the Bell’. Please allow up to five business days for your registration to be processed before your child can begin attending the program. Registration is free. All families are encouraged to register so that you can use this service in the event that you are unable to pick up your child.

Before School Care – 7.00am to 8.45am

After School Care – 3.00pm to 6.00pm

Registrations can be completed via the ‘After the Bell’ website.

Please phone 9758 6744 for all enquiries.