Spotted Gum Pre-School and Children’s Centre
Thomas Mitchell Road, Killarney Vale
Ph: (02) 4334 6395

This centre is located in a quiet street and is surrounded by gum trees which create a calm and relaxing environment and give the centre its name.

It is also within walking distance to Killarney Vale Public School and close to Brooke Avenue Public School. The car park entry is accessed via a quiet cul-de-sac which backs onto a reserve.

The building has recently been refurbished and the many trees provide an ideal shade over part of the outdoor play area.

The centre runs valuable school readiness programs for older children and has strong links with its local public schools.It often exchanges information with the schools throughout the year to make sure its programs remain relevant and up to date.

Staff are highly trained and experienced and are continuing their early childhood studies, learning through research and updated theories of child development. Not only does this help with their own professional development, their studies are also shared with other staff and introduced into the centre’s operational program.

Families and the wider community are encouraged to be involved in the pre-school and children’s centre through fundraising events, educational services and special events during the year.

Staff recognise the importance of involving the community to help young families wherever possible.

As well as being a Sun Smart Centre, Spotted Gum is also the holder of Health Smart Awards in Mental Health, Dental Health, Nutrition and Physical Activity. These are awarded by Northern Sydney and Central Coast Area Health.

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Page last updated: 04/09/2006