Nursery Program Ages 0-2

Our Nursery Program recognises that the first two years of life are a period of rapid growth, where children absorb and marvel at the world around them.

At Bright Steps Academy, we support each child’s holistic development through responsive and nurturing caregiving, honouring the natural developmental journey of every child in our care.

Our nurseries provide infants aged six weeks to two years with a homely environment that supports their sense of belonging, being, and becoming as they begin their learning journey.

Key features of our nurseries include hands-on learning stations, soft spaces, mirrors, climbing frames, project tables, a designated meal area, an art and craft zone, and cosy cot rooms.

Learning in our nurseries is designed to support the achievement of developmental milestones while nurturing children’s curiosity, independence, concentration, social skills, and learning confidence.

At Bright Steps Academy, our early childhood educators welcome each child with respect and admiration for who they are today and the possibilities of who they will become.

Our team takes the time to get to know each child through careful observation, understanding their unique needs, interests, learning style, and stage of development.

Learning experiences are personalised to support each child’s growth and development, reflected in their unique learning plan.

We believe the best outcomes for children are achieved when educators and families work together in partnership.

We actively communicate with families throughout the day, providing updates on their child’s experiences, eating, sleeping, and toileting routines to ensure consistency and harmony between our service and home.

Families receive daily in-person updates from their child’s educators. All learning experiences and children’s daily routines are shared with families to ensure ongoing communication and involvement.

The daily routine for our nursery children provides consistency and certainty, helping children understand what to expect throughout the day.

The rhythm of our day includes a balance of indoor and outdoor play, music and movement, group times, rest periods, nutritious meals, and intentional teaching. Regular toileting, hand washing, and nappy changes occur at scheduled intervals.

At rest time, each child follows their own sleep routine to provide a seamless experience between home and care.