Lumi Rabbit Early Learning Centre, Coatesville

"Children engage confidently with each other and with teachers, sharing their interests and ideas. They play enthusiastically and have access a good variety of resources to support their learning. Independent learning opportunities are embedded in the programme."

Effective teaching with good engagement; opportunities to improve assessment documentation.

"A recent focus on primary caregiving for infants is providing a greater sense of security and belonging for the very youngest of learners. Transition to school has also been a special focus for staff and parents with the useful involvement of local primary school teachers."

Strong focus on belonging and transitions; positive relationships established.

"Communication with parents and the community also continue to be a strength. Parents are very welcome in the centre and are encouraged to share their aspirations and knowledge of their children with staff."

Strong communication and welcoming of parent involvement evident.

"Reported ratios of staff to children Under 2 1:4 Better than minimum requirements Over 2 1:8 Better than minimum requirements"

Compliance with legal requirements; ratios exceed minimums; identified excursion documentation area for improvement.

"The new centre leaders are working collaboratively with staff to implement and evaluate the learning programme in relation to this philosophy."

Collaborative leadership approach; broader organisational strategic development underway.