Central Coast Council celebrated Early Childhood Education Week across its eight education and care centres that involved, educated and inspired the entire industry.

Early Childhood Education Week is a chance to showcase Council’s invaluable service to the community with the provision of high quality early childhood education and care that supports the needs of local families.

Council Connected Communities Group Leader, Ms Julie Vaughan, said Council’s eight centres have planned a massive week of events for their children, families and the community.

“The families who attend our childcare centres know we are passionate about providing a nurturing and inspiring environment in which children can play learn and explore,” Ms Vaughan said.

“This week’s special program of events will highlight the services we provide to the children’s families and wider community.

“We have a great program for our children that not only encourage their imagination and build on their interests, but also promote a healthy and active lifestyle through fresh cooked meals and daily fun exercises.

“Some of our centres also have their own herb and vegetable gardens, where the children get great enjoyment from seeing the food they grow end up in their daily cooked meals – a popular feature with parents and carers.

“We are also currently expanding our bush kindy program that takes the children ‘beyond the gate’ to explore the natural environment around them.”

These programs, and more, will be on show this week as the Council centres highlight the quality care, teaching and learning programs available across the centres at Kanwal, Kariong, Niagara Park, Northlakes, Terrigal, Toukley, Wyong and Umina.

Council Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said it’s great to see each of the centres so actively involved in the local community.

“Council’s education and care centres are all not-for-profit – which means you’re getting your value for money,” Mr Reynolds said.

“Being a Council-run childcare centre, the centres work closely with other departments to give children in their care important tips on surf safety, recycling, road safety, and so much more.

“If you’re looking for quality care for your child, I encourage you to call us today and make an appointment to pop in and see for yourself the great programs and quality care we can provide to help your child grow.”

Find out more on Council’s education and care centres by calling 4350 5181 or visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/childcare