About Us
While our aim is to ultimately equip your child with the skills, confidence and foundations to be ‘school ready’, we prioritise the importance for children to learn through play and have FUN.
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Our Mission
Our mission is to educate our children in a “home away from home” environment where they will not just be a number, but where we take the time to get to know our children individually in a comfortable and secure environment
We believe in developing children to their full potential so that they will have the tools to face the future filled with self-confidence, but still encourage them to just be children.
We encourage our children to have a sense of belonging and purpose, and a positive self-image that values uniqueness.
We believe that trust is developed through relationships.
Acceptance grows from unconditional love from parents and teachers.
Independencies are developed by giving a child age appropriate choices.
Guidance is direction given to help a child make choices.
Our school has qualified teachers, assistants, a cook, and a gardener who are all dedicated to the children. Our staff are kind, caring, empathetic, and are willing to go beyond the call of duty.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
School terms
We follow Government school terms, but a fun and stimulating holiday care program is provided at NO extra charge.
School is closed on public holidays and “school holidays”, i.e. if a public holiday falls on a Tuesday or a Thursday the school is closed on the Monday and/or Friday. Please refer to full Annual Calendar.
Your child will receive a detailed report at the end of term 1, 2 and 4, as well as their workbook and art folder for you to see what they have achieved within that term.
Nutritional meals
Everwood Menu - Week 1
| DESCRIPTION | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BREAKFAST | Porridge | Oats with Blueberries | Porridge | Plain Oats | Porridge/Egg muffins |
| LUNCH | Mac & Cheese with bacon & hidden veg (Broccoli) in cheese sauce | Fish Fingers, peas & sweet potato mash with gravy | Chicken a la king with butternut & rice in mushroom based sauce | Spaghetti Bolognaise & Mixed Veg and lentils | Chicken Sausage with Air fried chips & Veg - Carrots, Rosa tomatoes, Sweetcorn |
| SNACK 4pm | Fruit | Fruit | Fruit | Fruit | Fruit |
Everwood Menu - Week 2
| DESCRIPTION | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BREAKFAST | Porridge | Bran Oats | Porridge | Cinnamon & Banana Oats | Porridge/Egg cups |
| LUNCH | Mac & Cheese with tuna in cauli cheese sauce | Fish Fingers, beans, cucumber & bread | Chicken a la king with peas & rice in mushroom based sauce | Cottage Mince with veg & potato/cauli mash | Beef Sausage with Air fried chips & Veg - Carrots, Rosa tomatoes, Sweetcorn |
| SNACK 4pm | Fruit | Fruit | Fruit | Fruit | Fruit |
• Unfortunately, no substitutes offered for special dietary requirements
• No meals are deep fried but rather baked, air fried or pan cooked with small amount of olive oil to assist in better digestion for small tummies to work better.
• Menu is subject to change without prior notice.
Communication
We believe parents should feel connected to their child’s day, even when they’re not there. Our dedicated app makes communication between parents and teachers seamless, keeping you up to date with important information, daily activities, photos and your child’s progress, all in one convenient place.
Parents can enjoy a glimpse into their little one’s day, helping you feel involved in their experiences, milestones and development. The app also provides an easy and direct way for parents and teachers to stay connected and share important updates throughout the year.
Below is our Annual Calendar for 2027, including days we are closed and important dates to keep in mind, so you can plan ahead and make sure you’re part of all the special moments along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. At Everwood, children learn through play, guided activities, movement, stories and everyday experiences. This helps them develop language, early learning, physical, social and emotional skills while still having fun and enjoying childhood.
Play develops many of the skills children need for formal schooling, including concentration, communication, problem-solving, independence, cooperation and confidence. Our aim is to build strong foundations and help children become school-ready without placing unnecessary academic pressure on them too early.
Our approach gives toddlers the freedom to explore while providing the routine, guidance and age-appropriate choices they need to feel secure. Through play and caring relationships, they learn to communicate, make decisions, interact with others and become increasingly independent.
Our small classes allow teachers and assistants to get to know each child’s personality, strengths, interests and needs. Children are treated as individuals rather than numbers, helping them feel understood, supported and comfortable within the school environment.
We create opportunities for children to make age-appropriate choices, try new things and express their individual personalities. With consistent guidance, encouragement and acceptance, children develop a sense of belonging, purpose and confidence in who they are.
Everwood combines familiar routines, a secure environment and warm relationships with teachers and assistants who genuinely care about the children. We want every child to feel safe, accepted and known, while enjoying fun-filled days and making happy memories.
Parents receive regular, personal communication from the school. Each child has a communication book that is sent home daily, while class WhatsApp groups provide a summary of the day’s activities and photographs. Termly newsletters share broader school news and important information.
Look for an ECD centre where children feel safe and happy, teachers know them individually, play is treated as an important part of learning and communication with parents is consistent. Visiting the school can help you assess how staff interact with the children and whether the environment feels right for your family.