Ruse Early Learning Centre

Nature Photography Day 🌿

The Bamal children set off on an adventure to Smiths Creek to explore the natural environment through photography. As they wandered through the area, they carefully observed their surroundings and captured photos of the land, bushes, and the beauty of nature around them.

Along the way, the children made an exciting discovery, some wiggly worms! This sparked lots of curiosity, conversation, and opportunities to learn more about the creatures that live in our environment. 🪱

World Ocean Day 🪼

The Badu children explored a variety of ocean-themed sensory experiences as we celebrated World Ocean Day. Through hands-on play and discussion, the children shared their knowledge and ideas about the ocean, identifying and talking about different sea animals they could see, including fish, turtles, crabs, and more.

The children explored their Connection to Country through a sensory and role-play experience.

Using coloured rice and a selection of natural resources, the children engaged in hands-on exploration, imaginative play, and meaningful conversations about the land and the environment around us. Through scooping, pouring, sorting, and creating, the experience encouraged curiosity, sensory development, and a sense of belonging.

Simple experiences like these provide opportunities for children to connect with nature, explore cultural perspectives, and learn through play in a calm and engaging environment.

Our preschool children enjoyed a meaningful excursion to Smiths Creek during Reconciliation Week, where they explored the importance of “Connection to Country” through a beautiful bush walk. 🌿

The children immersed themselves in nature, listened to the sounds of the land, observed the environment around them, and reflected on the deep connection Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have with Country.

Experiences like these help foster respect, understanding, and appreciation for Australia’s rich cultural heritage.

Our preschool children have been diving into the fascinating world of reptiles 🐍🦎

Through hands-on sensory play, the children explored different textures, colours, and environments inspired by their growing interest in reptiles. These meaningful experiences encourage curiosity, imagination, language development, and confidence as children learn through play and discovery.

What an exciting adventure our little learners are on! 🌿✨