  {"id":18106,"date":"2022-01-18T13:00:09","date_gmt":"2022-01-18T05:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/?page_id=18106"},"modified":"2025-09-24T09:25:58","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T01:25:58","slug":"about-the-centre","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/campus\/childcare\/about-the-centre\/","title":{"rendered":"Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ the centre"},"content":{"rendered":"<mimas-block \n        block-name=\"video-panel\"\n        role=\"complementary\"\n        aria-label=\"Video panel\"\n        data-variant=\"0\"\n        data-type=\"short\"\n        data-segment=\"all\">\n\n    \n\n    \n<a class=\"video\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/6QK0jADkkJ4?mute=1\" target=\"_blank\" data-fancybox data-ratio=\"16:9\" data-options='{\"smallBtn\" : \"true\"}'>\n                \n        <div class=\"video__button\" data-variant=\"large\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\"\n                src=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/08\/AMMON-20210921-Curtin-Student_Engagement-Shoot02-Tue21-1357_1500-aspect-ratio-2-1.jpg\"\n                alt=\" - play video\"\n                srcset=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/08\/AMMON-20210921-Curtin-Student_Engagement-Shoot02-Tue21-1357_1500-aspect-ratio-2-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/08\/AMMON-20210921-Curtin-Student_Engagement-Shoot02-Tue21-1357_1500-aspect-ratio-2-1-740x370.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/08\/AMMON-20210921-Curtin-Student_Engagement-Shoot02-Tue21-1357_1500-aspect-ratio-2-1-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/08\/AMMON-20210921-Curtin-Student_Engagement-Shoot02-Tue21-1357_1500-aspect-ratio-2-1-1000x500.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/08\/AMMON-20210921-Curtin-Student_Engagement-Shoot02-Tue21-1357_1500-aspect-ratio-2-1.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/08\/AMMON-20210921-Curtin-Student_Engagement-Shoot02-Tue21-1357_1500-aspect-ratio-2-1.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/08\/AMMON-20210921-Curtin-Student_Engagement-Shoot02-Tue21-1357_1500-aspect-ratio-2-1-480x240.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/08\/AMMON-20210921-Curtin-Student_Engagement-Shoot02-Tue21-1357_1500-aspect-ratio-2-1-1260x630.jpg 1260w, https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2022\/08\/AMMON-20210921-Curtin-Student_Engagement-Shoot02-Tue21-1357_1500-aspect-ratio-2-1.jpg 1500w\"\n                sizes=\"(min-width: 2560px) 2560px, (min-width: 1920px) 1920px, (min-width: 1440px) 1440px, (min-width: 1024px) 1024px, (min-width: 768px) 768px\" loading=\"lazy\">\n    <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n    <\/mimas-block>\n\n<mimas-block \n        block-name=\"cards\"\n        data-segment=\"dom\">\n\n    \n\n        <div class=\"card-grid\"\n         data-card-size=\"small\"         data-card-count=\"2\"\n         data-card-background=\"gray\">\n                    <div  id=\"vision\" class=\"card\" data-type=\"\" aria-label=\"vision\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__title\"><h3>Vision<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card__content\"><p>The Service will provide excellence in education and care to support the individual child, their family, and all staff to reach their full potential.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>                    <div  id=\"mission\" class=\"card\" data-type=\"\" aria-label=\"mission\"><div class=\"inner\"><div class=\"card__title\"><h3>Mission<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card__content\"><p>To provide authentic and real-life experiences in a creative and nurturing environment that celebrates and respects all cultures. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>            <\/div>\n<\/mimas-block>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Excellence in Early Childhood Education<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At the Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Learning Centre, all staff hold qualifications in children\u2019s services or education, bringing together a wealth of combined experience in the industry. This ensures a nurturing, knowledgeable, and professional environment for every child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Unique Campus-Based Learning Opportunities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Being located on the university campus offers children supervised access to a rich array of facilities that enhance their learning and development. Highlights include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Library Visits<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Encouraging early literacy and a love of reading.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>John Curtin Art Gallery<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Children\u2019s artwork is showcased annually in a dedicated exhibition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Outdoor Fitness and Play Areas<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Promoting physical health and wellbeing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Interaction with Allied Health Students<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Exposure to physiotherapy and occupational therapy students during their practical placements enriches the children\u2019s experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Diverse and Inclusive Programs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer a variety of programs tailored to support holistic development, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Intergenerational Programs<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Fostering connections across age groups.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Indigenous Cultural Programs<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Celebrating and respecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>National Recognition for Quality<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We are proud to be the\u00a0<strong>first in the region to achieve an \u201cExceeding\u201d rating in all seven Quality Areas<\/strong>\u00a0as assessed by the Australian Children\u2019s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA). This reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence in early childhood education and care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As demand for the centre is high, priority is given to Curtin students&nbsp;and staff.<\/p>\n\n\n<mimas-block \n    block-name=\"list-options\"\n    role=\"complementary\"\n    aria-label=\"List options\"\n    data-order=\"none\"\n    data-segment=\"all\">\n\n                        \n\n<a class=\"box\" href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/campus\/childcare\/philosophy\/\" aria-label=\"View our philosophy\"\n   target=\"_top\">\n    \n    <span class=\"inner\">\n            <span class=\"box__title\"><strong>View our philosophy<\/strong><\/span>\n            <\/span>\n    <span class=\"ico ico-chevron ico--deep-blue\" style=\"--icon:url(https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/wp-content\/themes\/mimas\/src\/img\/icons\/ico-chevron.svg)\" aria-hidden='true'>\n                                <\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n\n\n                                \n\n<a class=\"box\" href=\"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2023\/03\/Parent-Handbook.2022.pdf\" aria-label=\"Download the Parent Handbook [.pdf 1MB]\"\n   target=\"_blank\">\n    \n    <span class=\"inner\">\n            <span class=\"box__title\"><strong>Download the Parent Handbook [.pdf 1MB]<\/strong><\/span>\n            <\/span>\n    <span class=\"ico ico-chevron ico--deep-blue\" style=\"--icon:url(https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/students\/wp-content\/themes\/mimas\/src\/img\/icons\/ico-chevron.svg)\" aria-hidden='true'>\n                                <\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n\n\n            <\/mimas-block>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently asked questions<\/h3>\n\n\n<mimas-block \n        block-name=\"accordion\"\n        role=\"complementary\"\n        aria-label=\"Accordion content\"\n        data-segment=\"all\">\n\n                \n\n                    <div class=\"accordion\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title-Can-I-start-my-child-later-than-the-date-you-have-offered?\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading\" aria-controls=\"Can-I-start-my-child-later-than-the-date-you-have-offered?\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n            <div class=\"title\" id=\"accordion-title-Can-I-start-my-child-later-than-the-date-you-have-offered?\">Can I start my child later than the date you have offered?<\/div>\n            <div class=\"icon\"><\/div>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\" id=\"Can-I-start-my-child-later-than-the-date-you-have-offered?\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"accordion__item__content\">\n<p>Your child is able to start later only if full fees are paid for the offered days until your child commences.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n        \n                            \n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title-What-is-the-likelihood-of-a-vacancy-in-mid-semester-or-second-semester?\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading\" aria-controls=\"What-is-the-likelihood-of-a-vacancy-in-mid-semester-or-second-semester?\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n            <div class=\"title\" id=\"accordion-title-What-is-the-likelihood-of-a-vacancy-in-mid-semester-or-second-semester?\">What is the likelihood of a vacancy in mid semester or second semester?<\/div>\n            <div class=\"icon\"><\/div>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\" id=\"What-is-the-likelihood-of-a-vacancy-in-mid-semester-or-second-semester?\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"accordion__item__content\">\n<p>Most of the centre&#8217;s vacancies occur during January and February when the older children leave for school and the younger children move up to their next group. On occasion vacancies may occur when families leave the centre throughout the year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n        \n                            \n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title-Can-I-just-take-a-couple-of-hours-of-the-day?\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading\" aria-controls=\"Can-I-just-take-a-couple-of-hours-of-the-day?\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n            <div class=\"title\" id=\"accordion-title-Can-I-just-take-a-couple-of-hours-of-the-day?\">Can I just take a couple of hours of the day?<\/div>\n            <div class=\"icon\"><\/div>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\" id=\"Can-I-just-take-a-couple-of-hours-of-the-day?\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"accordion__item__content\">\n<p>You can\u00a0use a couple of hours of the day, however the standard daily fee applies to the 10.5 hours the centre is open. Regardless of the amount of hours the children use, all are charged the daily rate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n        \n                            \n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title-Do-I-have-to-pay-when-my-child-is-sick?\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading\" aria-controls=\"Do-I-have-to-pay-when-my-child-is-sick?\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n            <div class=\"title\" id=\"accordion-title-Do-I-have-to-pay-when-my-child-is-sick?\">Do I have to pay when my child is sick?<\/div>\n            <div class=\"icon\"><\/div>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\" id=\"Do-I-have-to-pay-when-my-child-is-sick?\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"accordion__item__content\">\n<p>Yes, in order to retain the child&#8217;s place at the centre. However, childcare benefit is paid for up to 42 days per year when a child does not attend if there is not any approved supporting documentation such as a doctor&#8217;s certificate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n        \n                            \n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title-Can-I-take-a-tour-of-the-centre?\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading\" aria-controls=\"Can-I-take-a-tour-of-the-centre?\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n            <div class=\"title\" id=\"accordion-title-Can-I-take-a-tour-of-the-centre?\">Can I take a tour of the centre?<\/div>\n            <div class=\"icon\"><\/div>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\" id=\"Can-I-take-a-tour-of-the-centre?\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"accordion__item__content\">\n<p>Unfortunately the Curtin Early Childhood Centre does not offer tours. Once a place or position has been offered, a tour of the\u00a0area can be arranged so that parents are confident about accepting their offer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n        \n                            \n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title-Can-I-come-and-visit-my-child?\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading\" aria-controls=\"Can-I-come-and-visit-my-child?\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n            <div class=\"title\" id=\"accordion-title-Can-I-come-and-visit-my-child?\">Can I come and visit my child?<\/div>\n            <div class=\"icon\"><\/div>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\" id=\"Can-I-come-and-visit-my-child?\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"accordion__item__content\">\n<p>Parents of current children are welcome at most times of the day and encouraged to call in whenever possible. As we are situated on a campus with beautiful lawns and gardens, some parents enjoy taking their children out for an occasional picnic lunch before returning them for the afternoon.<\/p>\n<p>Educators\u00a0often take the children for walks exploring the campus grounds with parent permission, and during the year there are a number of occasions when parents and grandparents are formally invited to morning or afternoon teas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n        \n                            \n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"accordion\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-title-If-I-am-breastfeeding-can-I-come-in-to-feed-my-child?\">\n            <button type=\"button\" class=\"accordion__heading\" aria-controls=\"If-I-am-breastfeeding-can-I-come-in-to-feed-my-child?\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n            <div class=\"title\" id=\"accordion-title-If-I-am-breastfeeding-can-I-come-in-to-feed-my-child?\">If I am breastfeeding can I come in to feed my child?<\/div>\n            <div class=\"icon\"><\/div>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\" id=\"If-I-am-breastfeeding-can-I-come-in-to-feed-my-child?\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <div class=\"accordion__item__content\">\n<p>Mothers who are breastfeeding their babies are welcome to come into the centre to feed their babies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n        \n                            \n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        \n<\/mimas-block>\n\n<mimas-block \n        block-name=\"testimonial\"\n        role=\"complementary\"\n        aria-label=\"Testimonial\"\n        data-segment=\"all\">\n\n    \n\n            <div class=\"testimonial__slider\">\n            <div>\n            <div class=\"testimonial\">\n    \n            <div class=\"testimonial__content\">\n            <p>&#8220;The care that the girls have received has been exceptional. It shows that each of you truly cherish all the children that are in your care.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n            <div class=\"testimonial__meta\">\n                                    <h4 class=\"testimonial__author\">Testimonials from parents<\/h4>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"testimonial__title\"><\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div>\n            <div class=\"testimonial\">\n    \n            <div class=\"testimonial__content\">\n            <p>&#8220;These have been eight wonderful years for all of us. The children have had so much fun, been loved, been creative and very well cared for. 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