Our Centre is a Unique and amazing place Where children can play and learn in a safe and friendly environment with state of the art facilities.

Local Pre School Servicing the Port Stephens Area.

Child care centre situated in Medowie

Give your children the best start in life with the help of the qualified early childhood teachers at TLC Early Learning Centre. As on of the best pre-schools in Port Stephens, all of our teachers and staff are highly qualified and trained for giving your kids the best learning experience possible. Our baby childcare programmes cater to all your kid's needs, from 0-5 years learning and care to early years learning frame works and school readiness, our learning centre does it all. We also offer family support and we can cater to any special needs your children may have. For ease of mind, all meals are supplied and we run the Munch n' Move program everyday as part of our physical education program. We have iPads and computers in rooms and all of our staff upgrade and keep up-to-date with their qualifications, so your children are getting the best education possible. As the winner of the 2013 Port Stephens Examiner Business Awards and the finalist in 2012, it's no wonder locals rely on us to educate and look after their children. You will feel at ease leaving your children in our safe hands. Our staff have trained for every situation including completing, asthma, anaphylaxis and first aid training courses. Want to find out more? Then contact TLC Early Learning Centre in Port Stephens and talk to our qualified staff today.

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St Brigid's Primary School offers a Catholic education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6.

Discover and Learn Academy is family-owned, purpose built early learning centre that focuses on nurturing your children through their early years. Our child care centre is built on a wealth of knowledge, many years of experience and passion, lead by our dedicated educators and management, catering for children 0-6 years. We also offer before and after-school care as well as vacation care for primary school children up to 12 years of age.

Primary School catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6.

Hunter Christian School, located in Mayfield, near the heart of Newcastle, is a caring, proudly Christian co-ed school that encourages and empowers all its students, from Prep to Year 12. Our 30-plus years of educating young people from the Newcastle and Hunter regions, along with the cutting edge facilities we have puts us in great stead for educating your child. Our track record brims with academic successes and innovative teaching methods. Not to be overlooked are our wide subject choices and our groundbreaking AM physical activity program for middle school. We also offer career decisive VET courses. At Hunter Christian School no young person is left behind. Every student is encouraged to reach their full potential by pursuing their unique God-given abilities, which are never ignored here at Hunter Christian. We develop confident students who will be ready to make a difference, whether their next role is at university, in business, raising a family, mission work or leading the community or church. With a mix of indoor and outdoor learning facilities, we encourage a positive learning environment. Our students - from Prep to Year 12 - benefit from small class sizes and dedicated Christian teachers who genuinely care. You are cordially invited to attend Hunter Christian School Tour Days, 9:30am and 11am - Thursday 27 March; Thursday 5 June, Thursday 23 October. Or come to our Prep Information Evenings, which are scheduled for 6-7pm Thursday 27 March; Thursday 5 June; Thursday 18 September.

Providing an education for children who are deaf or hearing impaired.

At St Philip's Christian College, we endeavour to provide an enriching and liberating education; an education that not only teaches, but transcends the discipline of learning and the acquisition of competencies, to the acquiring of a deep sense of the greatness of life and learning. St Philip's Christian College is leading the way in generating a shift in pedagogy and learning environments. We are empowering our students to learn in a way that complements their individual learning style and we are providing them with opportunities to excel across every area of their education. The College offers individualised student learning frameworks, innovative and engaging learning environments and opportunities for students to excel in the whole of their life by opening pathways in the areas of academic excellence, information technology, iSTEM, music, creative and performing arts, sport and vocational education. Nurture in the Christian faith is seen as vital to a student forming strong values, purpose and integrity. We believe we are developing global citizens who are graduating from their schooling journey with not only a superior academic education but with an understanding of the world in which they find themselves physically, socially, culturally, academically and spiritually. The College is structured into a Junior School (Yrs K-4), Middle School (Yrs 5-8) and Senior School (Yrs 9-12). Junior School is a dynamic, exciting and inspiring place to learn and grow. Our Junior School staff strive to provide a nurturing environment to support a quality education program. Throughout each child's learning, hard work and play, junior school students will experience the truth of God's love for each of them and the bright future He has for all of us. All students are included in a rich school program. Students from Kindergarten to Year Four participate in Swimming, Athletics and Cross Country carnivals (modified for Kindergarten, Year One and Two). All students enjoy a rich diversity of excursions and incursions and have many opportunities each year to participate in an ever-growing array of extra-curricular activities. A unique school initiative is our Kindergarten / Year Twelve buddy program. Each year, our Year Twelve students take a kindergarten student as their �buddy' and together they journey through the year, playing games, reading, writing and learning together, culminating in a special presentation by Kindergarten at our Year Twelve Graduation assembly. These friendships often last for many years after our Year twelve students graduate. Middle School students bring life and energy to school. Throughout this exciting time of rapid change and development in their young lives, we at St Philip's Christian College Port Stephens seek to harness and enhance this energy as students grow into the people God has planned for them to be. Middle School at St Philip's Christian College Port Stephens seeks to engage students with school in an array of positive interactions that see each individual reaching their potential. Through interaction with the staff and programs at the College, students will be presented with the opportunity to develop authentic Christian character and leadership. The Middle School journey provides students with a nurturing environment that promotes a lifelong commitment to Christ. In practical terms, this is exemplified in the following ways: �?Learning is both challenging and exciting �?Students develop a real and genuine connection with school �?Students experience new and challenging tasks �?Students have fun �?Students experience something unique �?Students develop meaningful friendships �?Students are given the support they need from members of staff �?Students discover who they are and feel good about themselves �?Students have the chance to do something special for others A foundational principle is our belief that our role as teachers extends much deeper than developing the academic learning of students. Whilst academic growth is important and something to which we strive, we recognise that the growth of each child into a confident and secure young adult is vital for a successful future. After all, learning is, �For the Whole of their Lives.' The Senior School prepares our students for life. The Senior School Team is dedicated to the emotional, social, academic, spiritual and creative development of each student. We have a strong emphasis on relationship, community, pastoral care and academic rigour. In essence, we want our graduates to get the best possible HSC result they can achieve; to be well educated in �whole of life' matters, enabling them to make good decisions and to lead a meaningful life. At Port Stephens, we understand that happy students are superior learners and achieve better results and this is one reason why we put so much emphasis on helping students enjoy the journey through Senior School, pastoral care and shaping the positive culture of the college. The culture in Senior School enables all to feel a part of a big family. Physical and mental health are openly discussed and there are many supports in place to help assist those who are struggling. Importantly, while friendships and networks are developed during the early years of Senior School, they become platforms for personal and academic development in the later years. Academic standards in the Senior School are high and staff are committed to maintaining a proud record of excellence in the School. This tradition is the product of high expectations, flexible course composition, optimum class sizes and individualised academic counselling for all students. There is an emphasis on fostering the skills of motivation, time management, personal responsibility and independent learning. Small class sizes, particularly in Years Eleven and Twelve enable students to receive the attention that they deserve at this critical time in their education. A wide choice of subjects are available, and include both traditional academic interests and vocational education. We also run free after school tutoring four afternoons a week.

We can help your family in so many ways... Small TALK Speech therapy operates from the Newcastle Learning and Development Clinic. Together we offer a holistic multidisciplinary service, NLDC is a place where you will find answers and support for your child. Why are we the best service for your family? We are specialists in Autism Spectrum Disorders and Down Syndrome We use an Applied Behaviour Analysis approach �ABA is generally acknowledged as the most effective approach in working with children with autism� The Raising Children Network We offer unique services for unique families We know that one hour therapy appointments get better results and faster progress We set goals with you and your child's teachers We measure your child's progress weekly to ensure therapy is creating measurable improvements We give you a written therapy plan for you to implement with your child every week. We provide customised therapy resources for you to use in the home and school environment. We are FaHCSIA "Helping Children with Autism Provider" and "Better Start Initiative Provider We take an interest in your child and commit to achieving your goals. We never give up on your child! Experience the difference at Small TALK speech therapy "To teach is to touch a life forever" Teacher Blessing

A Catholic school catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6.

Dance Classes, Yoga, Pilates, Kindy Gym for Kids & Beginners Recreational gym.

Little Zak's childcare centre in Thornton is equipped with a dedicated team of educators who provide early education to teach children social skills and engage them in fun and educational activities. We only employ qualified, highly experienced and trustworthy professionals to care for your child(ren).

Welcome to Sweet Little Wildlings Family Daycare in Morpeth! Our qualified daycare educator offers tailored care for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years in a nurturing, family environment. We provide a range of services including long daycare, vacation care, and before and after school care. Trust us to create a safe and stimulating space for your little ones to grow and thrive. Explore our Child Care Centres, Preschools & Kindergartens today!

Paterson Pre-School provides quality early childhood education for children aged 3-6 and is open 8.30 -4.30 Monday to Friday and is located on Webbers Creek Road, Paterson (right next door to Paterson Primary School).