Our ELC philosophy acknowledges that the family are the first educators of the child. It is therefore of significant importance that families and school work together in partnership, to provide the most effective and successful education for the child.

It is essential there is a two-way reciprocal exchange of information, so that educators and families can plan together to help the children meet their learning goals.  Families should always feel welcome to share relevant information with your child’s educators, as this assists them to develop an understanding of the child in the home environment. It is important that there is consistency between both environments in order to create optimum learning opportunities for the child.

In St Catherine’s Early Learning Centre, our educators communicate with families at the beginning and end of each day. There will also be formal opportunities for parent-teacher exchange throughout the year, however always feel welcome to contact your child’s teacher if you have any questions at any stage. No question is ever too small. We encourage families to ask questions as they arise, so that we can work together.

I am also available to speak with parents to support, or guide you with any question or concern you may have.

Please retain the following contact details for reference throughout the year:

Head of Early Learning Centre
Ms Sarah Bethune
Phone: 9828 3075
Email: sbethune@stcatherines.net.au

ELC Classrooms
Blue Gum Room: 9828 3931
Waratah Room: 9828 3932
Banksia Room: 9828 3068
Wattle Room: 9828 3037

ELC Information and Social Evening – Tuesday 15 February 6.30pm

Our ELC teachers, along with myself, look forward to sharing our early learning philosophy and curriculum with you all, at our upcoming information evening.  Please note there will be separate presentations for parents of children attending the 3YO and 4YO programs.

The evening will commence at 6.30pm. The presentation for Parents of 3YO children will be held in the Junior School Library. The presentation for Parents of 4YO children will be held in the ELC Piazza.

The Parent Information Sessions will be followed by a social evening on the Village Green in the Junior School.

We warmly encourage you to attend this important event as it is a great opportunity to connect with other parents and educators and, importantly, to hear more about the programs your child will be engaged in this year.

Out of School Hours Care

St Catherine’s School offers an Out of School Hours Care program to all ELC and Junior School families. The program is implemented by our provider ‘After the Bell’, and operates within the ELC building.

Parents are reminded that if you need to use the Before School Care or After School Care service, registrations need to be made in advance with ‘After the Bell’. Please allow up to five business days for your registration to be processed before your child can begin attending the program. Registration is free.

All families are encouraged to register so that you can use this service in the event that you are unable to pick up your child. Further details on the program and registration and contact details can be found below.

Out of School Hours Care – Term 1 Week 3 Activities

Upcoming activities for Term 1 Week 3 detailed here.

St Catherine’s School offers an Out of School Hours Care program to all ELC and Junior School families. The program is implemented by our provider ‘After the Bell’, and operates within the ELC building. Parents are reminded that if you need to use the Before School Care or After School Care service, registrations need to be made in advance with ‘After the Bell’. Please allow up to five business days for your registration to be processed before your child can begin attending the program. Registration is free. All families are encouraged to register so that you can use this service in the event that you are unable to pick up your child.

Before School Care – 7.00am to 8.45am

After School Care – 3.00pm to 6.00pm

Registrations can be completed via the ‘After the Bell’ website.

Please phone 9758 6744 for all enquiries.