Our Learning Approach.
At Harmony, we embrace a holistic approach to your child’s early learning and development.
At Harmony, we embrace a holistic approach to your child’s early learning and development.
OUR Learning Approach
Our evidence-based curriculum is complemented by a team of dedicated educators who create an environment that nurtures and inspires.
Harmony educators believe that alongside traditional literacy and numeracy skills, it is essential to support the development of cognitive skills and emotional intelligence. This comprehensive approach ensures children become successful learners and valued members of the community.
Wholesome, nutritious meals prepared daily by our chefs.
Daily consumables including nappies, linen, hats, meals and yoga all included for your convenience.
Active design spaces promote physical literacy, boost self-esteem and cognitive learning.
More green spaces to connect your child with nature, encourage physical activity and support positive mental health and wellbeing.
Bespoke, expertly designed learning studios tailored to support your child’s journey at every stage.
Our skill sets guide the way we plan for teaching and learning. As educators, we are committed to lifelong learning about children and childhood, continually enhancing our professional and pedagogical methods and practices.
Our approach to different age groups.
Birth to 2 years
Infants begin to absorb the wonder and complexity of the world around them. They are naturally curious explorers as they observe, listen, investigate and learn.
At Harmony, we’re committed to providing our youngest children with a safe and stimulating environment for their holistic growth, development and sense of belonging, supported by our specialist educators.
Our early childhood educators welcome each new infant with respect and anticipation. They take the time to learn about your child through careful observation and through daily communication with families to understand their unique requirements and routines.
“What infants need is the opportunity and time to take in and figure out the world around them.” – Magda Gerber
Children and parents welcomed, breakfast is served
Free movement, indoor/outdoor experiences
Morning meeting
Free movement, sensory experiences, exploration of natural world, music
Lunch
Sleep/rest/relaxation
Child interest led indoor experiences
Afternoon tea
Free movement, indoor/outdoor experiences, late snack provided
In our studios, especially designed for children birth – two years, we draw upon these key concepts:
We believe in Emmi Pickler’s philosophy, “Babies are allowed to move naturally and spontaneously follow their own developmental timetable.” Environments at Harmony are designed to invite children’s free movement and we encourage the infants to reach out, roll, crawl and cruise in order to develop their core muscles which supports them to become independently mobile.
We invite children to feed themselves from the time they commence solids, following the infant’s lead. We provide a healthy, balanced mix of finger foods and support the child to monitor how much they wish to eat. Educators are always sitting and engaging with the child during mealtimes.
Educators remain ‘present’ during nappy change times and communicate respectfully with children. Emmi Pikler and Magda Gerber believe caregivers need to take the time to make nappy-changing, feeding, bathing and dressing an unhurried, relaxed and pleasant quality time – with the baby being an active partner.
Each day children at Harmony have uninterrupted time for play and interaction. Crawling and walking infants are invited to freely explore our indoor and outdoor areas and gardens, interacting with nature, each other, and the world around them. Non-mobile infants are supported by our educators.
Twos to threes
Two to three year olds learn through exploration, investigation and inquiry. These exciting and curious years bring increased independence and more questions.
Our passionate early childhood educators welcome each child with enthusiasm and respect. We know that this age group is curious, energetic and in a growth leap – that’s why we focus on learning about each child and develop a self-paced environment to help them flourish and succeed. We encourage comprehensive, two-way communication to keep you informed with how your child is progressing with and alongside us.
Children and parents welcomed, breakfast is served
Indoor/outdoor experiences
Morning meeting
Creative experiences, peer interactions (small + large), literacy and numeracy, music and movement
Lunch
Sleep/rest/relaxation
Child interest led indoor/outdoor experiences
Afternoon tea
Outdoor experiences, late snack provided
In our studios catering to two to three year old children, we support the following core concepts:
As a service we begin to develop rest and sleep rituals for our group of two to three year olds. If your child does not require a sleep during their day, we offer alternative, quiet-time learning experiences.
Children are viewed as confident and capable during mealtime and are aware of their own needs. We know that they’ll eat as much or as little as their body needs.
To ensure toileting success, educators invite children to this experience with patience and trust. We create an unrushed and positive experience for your child while they gain toileting independence. Your child will be supported with the utmost respect and with special attention to their dignity during these moments.
We invite children to explore a selection of materials and resources, colour palettes, utensils and surfaces each day – all readily available and within easy access to express their thinking and understanding of the world.
Each day, our two-threes are offered large blocks of uninterrupted time for play and inquiry. Children at Harmony can plan for play across all our spaces using a wide variety of resources and materials with support from peers and educators.
Threes, Fours and Fives
Providing an environment which enables children to flourish as critical thinkers, confident learners and resilient play partners.
Our qualified pre-kindergarten, kindergarten and preschool teachers and educators are committed to working with and alongside your child as they engage with the ever-changing nature of our world. We know children will need a wide range of life skills and an emerging sense of self as they approach their formal school years.
Children and parents welcomed, breakfast is served
Indoor/outdoor experiences, planning for purposeful play
Morning meeting
Our kindergarten day involves: Literacy and numeracy, creative arts, science and natural world, technology, small and large group experiences, physical literacy program, community and culture
Progressive lunch
Sleep/rest/relaxation
Afternoon play, afternoon tea
Planning and resetting for tomorrow, daily reflection time, late snack provided
In our studios for children three to five years, we approach our day in a calm and unhurried way, while still ensuring we incorporate key elements such as:
Our morning meetings are an important launch point and key ritual for the day. All children are encouraged to share their thinking for play and encouraged to plan for their play. This could be a verbal plan discussed with our educator or a drawing/record of their plan. This helps them create a structure for their large block of uninterrupted time in the morning.
We work with progressive meals times as part of supporting self-regulation for all age groups of children. In this way, children have an opportunity to sit with small groups of friends to enjoy a self-serve meal or snack at the table. We use real crockery and utensils in order to connect children to the real world. Educators always sit at the table alongside children to support this social learning experience.
Another opportunity for children to begin to develop autonomy as they are supported by educators to go to sleep or rest independently – including our older infants. All children can rest or participate in quiet time learning activities for a period during the day to recharge for the afternoon.
Times are offered throughout the day and include music, dance, story reading and storytelling, small and large muscle physical play, games with rules, and reflections on learning.
We invite children to explore a selection of materials and resources, colour palettes, utensils and mediums each day– all readily available and within easy access to express their thinking and understanding of the world.
Each day children are offered large blocks of uninterrupted time for play and inquiry. Children at Harmony can plan for play across all our spaces using a wide variety of resources and materials with support from peers and educators.
Nutrition
We recognise the importance of healthy foods and drinks for your child’s growth and well-being. That’s why we are dedicated to offering wholesome, nutritious, and balanced meals every day. Additionally, we fully support breastfeeding mothers and warmly welcome you to come into your child’s studio to feed at any time.
Learn more about our nutrition philosophy and meals plans.
Parent communication
At Harmony, communication with parents and families is especially important. We are always eager to learn more about your child’s needs and welcome any feedback you have about the centre. We encourage face-to-face conversations and also offer digital channels for your convenience. Discover more about our parent communication channels.
Stay Connected
Harmony is excited to be working with Xplor Education to provide the convenience of an app especially designed for families with children in care. The Xplor ‘Home’ app connects parents and carers to their child’s learning journey and allows for quick and convenient communication with the centre, digital sign-ins and attendance, bookings management and health event tracking.
This one app provides our families with everything they need to manage their Harmony journey and stay connected at every interaction.
Communication with you as a parent/carer is a non-negotiable at Harmony. We want you to stay informed during each step of your child’s experiences, especially in regard to their learning, development and special moments.
Families can sign children in and out of Harmony centres quickly and easily with just a few taps on their mobile device.
Families have the flexibility to make payments and bookings while on the go while complying with the new electronic payment of gap fee regulations.
Constant updates allow parents and carers to effortlessly track their child’s health and safety throughout the day.
Early education, beautifully composed.
Early education, beautifully composed.
Early education, beautifully composed.
Early education, beautifully composed.
Early education, beautifully composed.