Welcome to our Family Corner!
At Merimbula Tura Kindergarten, one of our biggest strengths is the relationships we strive to build with every family in our care. The first step in achieving this goal is open and honest communication!
We understand that leaving your children in someone else's care can be a daunting experience. No matter how long you've had to prepare for it, it is never easy to leave your children in a place that you are not familiar with on a personal level. It is for this reason that we have an open door policy - any parent or guardian is welcome to come tour Merimbula-Tura Kindergarten at any time. There will always be one of our friendly staff available to show you around! If you are not comfortable just showing up for a tour, you're welcome to give us a call on 02 6495 3304 to create an appointment to tour our wonderful education and care facility.
We ensure the absolute best quality care through collaboration with families, between educators and with children on all matters.
To the educators at MTK, there is nothing more important than ensuring we provide a safe, educational, caring space in which your children can flourish.
We support all children in their development and with your permission, document their achievements, their interests and their development for you to witness and appreciate as your children grow and learn.
It is important to note that our educators are all qualified, experienced and committed to using their knowledge of your children's interests, skill set and needs to develop a curriculum that will encompass every child's needs to achieve and maintain a high standard of learning. All of our observations, our curriculum development as well as our daily practice are based on your child's development in relation to the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) V2.0. To access a copy of the EYLF V2.0 please click here.
For further information regarding any of the above information or for general inquiries please call 02 6495 3304, email as at info@merimbulaturakindergarten.com or access our Contact Us page.
Our Policies
Here at MTK, we have numerous policies which enable us to follow state and national regulations in a simplified way. Through this, we are able to ensure that we are meeting and extending upon all legal requirements involved in caring for and educating your children.
Families whom have children enrolled at Merimbula-Tura Kindergarten can access our policies via the documents tab on Kinderm8.
If you are a prospective parent or family member and you would like a copy of our policy manual, do not hesitate to contact Merimbula-Tura Kindergarten on 02 6495 3304, or via our email info@merimbulaturakindergarten.com
Community Links
MTK and the Community
Early Intervention and Family Support
MTK and the Community
At Merimbula-Tura Kindergarten, we value our community links as a key component in shaping the community we continually endeavor to build within and around our centre. Our community involvement shapes our service philosophy. We utilise many local resources and services, such as Playability, to assist in developing our program to be as inclusive and creative as possible.
We also explore many excursion and incursion options to further develop the connections between our centre and the wider community.
Headspace
Early Intervention and Family Support
MTK and the Community
We understand the importance of Mental Health and the impact it can have on a multitude of aspects in life. All of our educators have undertaken professional development in children's mental health through the BeYou program, run by Beyond Blue.
An incredible local resource for Youth Mental Health is Headspace in Bega.
Early Intervention and Family Support
Early Intervention and Family Support
Early Intervention and Family Support
South East Regional Hospital - (02) 6491 9999
Pambula District Hospital - (02) 6495 8200
Bega Valley Mental Health and Drug and Alcohol Services - (02) 6491 9300
Bega Valley Mental Health Hotline - 1800 809 423
Bega Valley Drug and Alcohol Hotline - 1800 809 423
JellyBean Family Psychology -
(02) 6495 8403
Bounce Therapy Services - 0455 120 808
Surf Life Saving Club - Pambula
Surf Life Saving Club - Pambula
Early Intervention and Family Support
Surf Life Saving Australia is an organisation dedicated to educating the wider community about beach and water safety. As more than 85% of Australians live within 50km of the coast, this is incredibly important.
We are incredibly lucky to have a Surf Living Saving branch in Pambula. They offer many training opportunities as well as events. People of all ages (including children) can get involved!
Click the link to find out more.
Munch & Move
Surf Life Saving Club - Pambula
Red Nose - Safe Sleep
Munch & Move is a NSW Health initiative that supports the healthy development of children birth to 5 years by promoting physical activity, healthy eating and reduced small screen time.
Munch & Move also has multiple resources for families to build on awareness of healthy lifestyles and how to get not only your children involved in movement and healthy eating, but the whole family too.
Red Nose - Safe Sleep
Surf Life Saving Club - Pambula
Red Nose - Safe Sleep
Red Nose is an organisation that explores safe sleep. SUDI (Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy) is the umbrella under which SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) exists. The Red Nose website contains invaluable information and resources to help educate families and educators, about the risks and precautions associated with safe sleep practices. Click the link below to explore more.
Bega Valley Shire Council - Community Directory
Bega Valley Shire Council - Community Directory
Bega Valley Shire Council - Community Directory
The Bega Valley Shire Council also provides pages of information on local groups and clubs that anyone of all backgrounds can join. There is something for everyone. For more information, click the button below.
Community Health - Pambula
Bega Valley Shire Council - Community Directory
Bega Valley Shire Council - Community Directory
Providing a wide range of services to meet the needs of various members of the community. These include Aboriginal health; Audiology; Cardiac Rehabilitation; Child & Family; Community Nursing; Dental; Diabetes Education; Dietitian; Generalist Counselling; Immunisation; Occupational Therapy; Physiotherapy; Sexual Health Service; Speech Pathology; Women's Health; Wound Care and others.
Bega Valley Shire Council - Community Support
Bega Valley Shire Council - Community Directory
Bega Valley Shire Council - Community Support
The Bega Valley Shire Council website provides a wealth of resources across a broad range of aspects. To find a service or community event you can become involved with today, click below.
Being, Belonging, Becoming
The Early Years Learning Framework for Australia V2.0
The Early Years Learning Framework is the syllabus from which educators at MTK develop education experiences for all children.
It consists of five outcomes, eight principles and seven practices; all of which shape the daily practice of all educators.
For more information, click the button below.
If you would like to view the entire Early Years Learning Framework document, it is available on our Contact Us page under downloads.