Early Years – 4 Year Old Program

As part of our exploration of the Transdisciplinary Theme “How We Organise Ourselves” and our Central Idea “We Are All Part of a Community,” we are learning about the different people and places that help our community run smoothly.

Before we head out on our excursions and into our wider community we met ‘Seemore Safety’. Seemore loves to help us learn how to keep safe. We began by going on a practice walk to the school gate. We walked on the footpath (not the road) looking out for our surroundings and listened closely to instructions from Michelle, Erin, and Vanessa.

Following directions during our walk helps build a strong sense of wellbeing as children learn how to look after themselves and others. Practicing these safety rules also helps children feel confident to explore their world knowing their educators and friends are there to support them.

By talking about community roles and learning safety, children build their knowledge about belonging and how we all help make our community a safe place.

Our first community visit took us to the Boronia Police Station. The officers kindly gave us a special behind-the-scenes tour, where we got to:
👮 Try on police vests and hats,
🚓 Sit inside a police car (and even hear the sirens!), and
💬 Chat with the officers about their important work.

We were so grateful for the time the officers spent with us—at one point, we had six officers showing us around! They reminded us that police officers are our helpers, and we should never be afraid to approach them. They’re in our community to keep everyone safe and are always happy to say hello when they can.

In the coming weeks we will also be visiting the Boronia Library, Chandler Park playground, Woolworths, the Post Office, the Aussie Veterans Op Shop and K Mart. We can’t wait to be out and about in our Community.

One of our annual highlights is when we join the school for the Year 12 Final Assembly. There were proud smiles as families, teachers and students cheered for the graduating class of 2025. Our youngest ELC children took part, sharing a lovely tradition with the senior students.  

Each child received a special playdough gift from the Year 12’s. In return, the little ones proudly handed over gift packs to help the seniors through their exams – some Smarties because they are all smarties, stress relief capsules made from bubble wrap, and a portable high five to motivate them when needed. One sweet moment was when 3-year-old Ryder got his gift and then gave his pack to his big sister Hannah, showing how close our community can be.

Michelle Buchanan,

Director of Early Learning Centre