Our Program
The National Quality Framework and The Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework are embedded in our play-based programs
At Vista Valley Kindergarten, our program reflects a holistic approach, in order to pay attention to children’s physical, personal, emotional and spiritual wellbeing, as well as cognitive aspects of learning.
Our Early Childhood Educators provide a warm, nurturing and safe environment with an ongoing commitment to children’s safety that encourages the development of the whole child. The educational program has a specific emphasis on inclusive, play-based learning, providing opportunities for children to learn as they discover, create, improvise and imagine.
We recognize that families are children’s first and most influential teachers. We respect, support, value and communicate with families about their children as part of our commitment to maintain positive relationships. Families are invited to be active participants in their child’s learning and are encouraged to join us during the program.
“Our programs are inclusive of children’s ideas and interests, parent and community events as well as teacher-initiated learning.”
Session Times
3 Year Old Kindergarten
Caterpillar Group
Monday: 9am-2pm
Friday: 9am – 2pm
Total of 10 hours
4 Year Old Kindergarten
Butterfly Group
Tuesday: 9am-3pm
Wednesday: 9am – 3pm
Thursday: 9am – 12pm* Extended Program runs until 3pm (Fees Applicable)
Total of 18 hours
Play-based Language Programs
At Vista Valley Kindergarten we are passionate about learning languages.
Benefits of learning another language:
increasing pre-reading and pre-writing skills
helping children to think, explore and problem solve
bolstering self-esteem and wellbeing
strengthening cultural identity
fostering deeper connections with different cultures and languages.
Early Learning Languages Australia
ELLA introduces children to learning the Modern Greek language via interactive tablet apps, which have been developed in consultation with experts in languages, early childhood and technology.
The Polyglots are a cast of characters who – through play-based learning – introduce the children to words, sentences and songs in Modern Greek. The apps draw on the interests and activities of young children, such as celebrations, cooking experiences, art activities, building and role-play.
Bilingual Early Childhood Language Program – Italian
The Bilingual ECLP program runs for 12 hours in our 4-year-old Butterfly group on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
The Italian Language teacher uses enriching play based learning experiences to expose children to the Italian language through engaging and fun experiences, including singing, dancing, art and craft, games and storytelling.
Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation
Vista Valley Kindergarten works alongside the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation to provide pleasurable food education that inspires our children to understand and connect with fresh, seasonal, delicious food through fun, hands-on learning.
This approach empowers children to develop practical skills, an appreciation of seasonal produce, and a positive, confident and healthy relationship with food – for life.
National Quality Framework
The National Quality Framework helps children get the best start in life by raising quality and consistency in education and care services across Australia.
In December 2022, Vista Valley Kindergarten rated Exceeding NQS in all seven categories:
Educational program and practice – Exceeding NQS
Children’s health and safety – Exceeding NQS
Physical environment – Exceeding NQS
Staffing arrangements – Exceeding NQS
Relationships with children – Exceeding NQS
Collaborative partnerships with families and communities – Exceeding NQS
Leadership and service management – Exceeding NQS