Princes ELC

PRINCE ALFRED COLLEGE EARLY LEARNING CENTRE

An environment designed to foster creativity, provoke questions, provide challenges and celebrate the achievements of young children. We foster the development of integrity, curiosity, confidence, compassion and Christian principles.We encourage relationships of shared responsibility and mutual respect. We believe in fun and the joy and importance of childhood. We ensure an environment filled with a sense of humour, love of play and exploration, and a sense of community.

Friday, March 31, 2017

Chapple

This week we have looked into the world of straw! It all started by reading "The Scarecrow's Wedding" by Julia Donaldson. The children wanted to make their own scarecrow for the garden to protect the peas, they had been growing. We decided that we need to get some straw to make one, but what is straw

We looked at plants that were growing in the garden and discovered that straw was different from hay. We looked at some wheat grains and had a go at grinding them to make flour. It was hard work! We even made our own scarecrow pictures using squares and rectangles, and of course straw!

We have continued to look at patterning in numeracy and in literacy we have tried to find our own names and make silly rhymes.

The caterpillar continues to fascinate and a butterfly may not be far away.

Tuesday 4th April is Grandies Day - Parking will be an issue and may require parking in nearby streets. We are still looking for volunteers to help on the book store, if you are available.

Parents interviews are available for those who are interested in week 10- See time sheets on lockers.

Please take time to check out our program wall. It gives a great insight into the learning and experiences the children have undertaken across the term.

Please be advised that we are currently experiencing a bout of school sores in the Chapple Room. If in any doubt, please seek medical advice as it is proving very contagious. 

Chapple Room