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Our Philosophy

Our Philosophy

Leaps & Bounds Preschool believes that establishing positive experiences in education gives your child the opportunity to develop excellent foundation skills vital for success at school and in life.

Our aim is to inspire and ignite a passion for learning in your child, so we encourage your child to ask questions, explore, imagine and investigate. Since children learn best by doing, they paint, make, create, sing, dance, dig, plant, water, imagine, tell stories, investigate, explore and get messy! Our program reflects spontaneous and planned experiences designed to support your child’s development.

We see your child as a unique and capable individual, who comes to our preschool with their own interests, talents, skills and ideas. Our educators are very passionate and will truly value respect and appreciate your child’s uniqueness. Leaps & Bounds Preschool believes that your child has the right to be an active participant in their own learning journey and must be empowered to express their thoughts and ideas. We will endeavour to protect and cherish the innocence of your child and provide a learning environment for them the grow and blossom.

Family

Leaps & Bounds Preschool acknowledges that family is the most important and influential aspect in the life of your child. We embrace, encourage and reinforce the relationship between us, your child, your family and the broader community. We strive to develop a positive, mutually respectful relationship with each of your family members, as we work in partnership to achieve the best possible outcome for your child and your family...

is key to ensuring continuity and progression in your child’s learning, development and future success. We invite families to participate in our program at any time by sharing a talent, cooking, storytelling or just spending time playing and interacting.

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Family
Diversity

Diversity

We embrace diversity within Leaps & Bounds Preschool and the wider community so that your child has a sense of appreciation and wonder. Through respect, acknowledgement, appreciation and acceptance of diversity within our community, Leaps & Bounds Preschool embraces, celebrates and shares traditions and cultures throughout our program. We invite and encourage families and our educators to share...

their culture heritage and traditions with our community. We incorporate a foreign language component into each preschool day through songs and games. Children gain a great deal of enjoyment, satisfaction and increased confidence as their foreign vocabulary expands. The language explored may vary between, Mandarin, Spanish, French and German, depending on educators working.

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Community

Leaps & Bounds Preschool provides your child with many opportunities to connect with the broader community. We have partnerships with many community organisations including an Aged Care Group, bringing together children and senior citizens. This program is incredibly important for helping children develop relationships with people of all ages and helping...

children feel connected to their community. Both the children and resident’s experience so much joy from each visit. We utilise community resources to enhance the growth and development of your child. Each year we invite the police, fire department and environmental officers plus many more into our preschool to share their knowledge and experience with your child. Leaps & Bounds Preschool emphasises the importance of giving back to those less fortunate. We hold fundraising events for various not for profit organisations and volunteer groups. Our main recipient is School for Life who provide education for children in Uganda. We sponsor one teacher and pay for their salary to teach for an entire year, and one child to eat, be clothed and educated for an entire year. Other Organisations that have benefited from our fabulous fundraising team are The Cancer Council, ZimKids, Farmer Drought Relief, Children's Cancers plus many more.

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Environment

Environment

Leaps & Bounds Preschool outdoor environment is large and amazing! Children have open space to run, climb, jump, explore and even play soccer! The outdoor space is inviting, full of trees and plants, herb and vegetable gardens, a climbing fort, a sand pit and a mud kitchen. Children have an inherent connection to the natural world and we understand that children often...

develop their ideas and understanding of the world around them from the significant adults in their lives. As Leaps and Bounds Preschool represent one of these significant adults, we have a responsibility to present a positive approach to the environment. Our learning environments have large and interesting outdoor spaces and inviting areas that reflect and enrich the lives and identities of children and families participating in the setting. The materials we use have a purpose to capture attention and promote productive learning. Our materials are made from natural products and are suitable for all skill levels. Eye catching themed displays of our materials are refreshed frequently and are uniquely developed to be a safe and hands on experience.

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What our parents say

  • Leaps and Bounds Pre-school is a warm and welcoming environment set within a beautiful premise. Each child is greeted with a smile and the care from all staff is delivered to suit their individual personality and needs. The routine makes the day flow smoothly and there is an excellent variety in the learning and play opportunities to keep the children engaged. We have very happy to be part of the Leaps and Bounds.

    Kate

  • It is comforting to see my son happy and involved with his classmates and with the Leaps and Bounds staff members. They did such a wonderful job developing skills, language and helping with separation anxiety in the most gentle way. He enjoys most of the activities indoor but his favourite is the outdoor area. I’m certainly happy with the decision of making my son part of the L & B family.

    Jazmin

  • We are so grateful for everything the staff have done to help Katy to feel at home from day 1. She has truly loved being at Leaps & Bounds and its going to be difficult to go, she will miss everything about Leaps & Bounds. Thank you!

    Mel

  • Thank you Leaps and Bounds staff for this wonderful preschool. We are so incredibly happy here and feel so lucky to be a part of the Leaps & Bounds family.

    Laura

  • Words cannot thank you enough for the amazing environment you have created and nurtured. Your amazing staff love and respect our children and our family could not be more grateful.

    Bec

  • We absolutely love Leaps & Bounds Preschool Highgate and would recommend it to anyone looking for childcare. This is our daughters 3rd daycare & sons 2nd and by far the best we have seen and experienced. The transition went so smoothly with the staff and on the first few days our children got to spend with each other so they always felt safe which meant a lot for us as parents. Our son is more settled than he ever was at his previous day-care and each morning it is such a calm and welcoming environment for the both of them. Drop off’s have never been so easy & it is such a joy to see the kids so settled and happy. They always talk about their friends & teachers when they get home and look forward to going again each day. There is nothing to fault about Leaps & Bounds and we could not recommend a better place for anyone to send their kids.

    Erica Farrell

  • I’m so happy with my experience so far at Leaps and Bounds Highgate, After trying one other centre and visiting a couple more I knew I had found the right place as soon as I walked in the door. The teachers are wonderful and attentive with my son and the centre has a beautiful home-like feeling with a great focus on outdoor activities and fun learning activities.

    Dewi

  • Thank you for making the transition into Preschool such a positive experience for my daughter. After having her in Family Day care for the past 2 years I was keen to find a Preschool that was small and still had an intimate feel. Leaps and Bounds has certainly created that environment. With caring Educators, small classes, a great outdoor play area and endless creative stimulation she is thriving and loving her time at Preschool.

    Amy

  • Two of my children have enjoyed their preschool days at Leaps & Bounds and I couldn’t be happier with their experiences. They have built strong friendships and developed a confident sense of self, thanks to supportive staff and a loving environment. Both children have learned invaluable skills to help make their transition into primary school as smooth as possible. I am sure my youngest child is looking forward to her first day at Leaps & Bounds too.

    Tina

  • We feel so very fortunate to have our 2 children attend Leaps and Bounds Preschool. From the moment we walked in, we felt ‘part of the family.’ The carers are all so friendly and approachable and make sure that we are kept involved and informed about the children’s progress every step of the way. The centre itself is warm and inviting, the activities offered to the children are interesting and varied with staff dedicated to extending the children’s thirst for knowledge in the areas they show interest in. Above all my children’s first experience of education is that that learning is fun. They are happy and feel safe, loved and part of a community. What more could I ask for?

    Amelia

  • Both my children love attending Leaps and Bounds Preschool. Throughout their time at the Preschool they have established good friendships with other children and carers. The student groups form quite a little team and my youngest can name everyone in her class by first and last name. Furthermore, the programs delivered give students the opportunity to learn new skills and ideas as well as play and explore the natural environment. My children particularly love getting involved in the garden. I really like the student lead learning that is so evident in everyday activities and lessons.

    Bonnie