About Our Preschool
Jesmond Community Preschool is a small centre that caters for the local community and families. We are a government funded, not for profit organisation that caters for 39 children, aged 3-6yrs, Monday to Friday, 8am until 3.30pm.
Jesmond Community Preschool
We pride ourselves on creating an environment that stimulates learning through meaningful participation in experiences. Our Centre values the uniqueness of each child and our staff work towards developing each child to his/her maximum potential, acknowledging that each child is unique, capable and strong.
For enquires regarding enrolments, please contact us at admin@jcps.nsw.edu.au or phone 02 49 525 652.
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Philosophy
EMBRACE - Where we embrace the uniqueness of our community.
Empowering - children to utilise the natural environment.
Making a Difference - going above and beyond to support children and families within our community.
Brave - Committed to taking risks that will ensure each child believes they can reach their full potential.
Researchers - Empowering our educators to enhance their knowledge through reflection and continual research.
Advocate - Actively advocate for children, families, community and educators to promote the importance of our EC Sector and value the rights of every child.
Collaborating - with all cultures within our community to create an inclusive and culturally competent environment.
Every Child’s - education is valued and supported through our enriching programs that promote growth, wellness and the overall development of every child.
THE
CENTRE
A place to play and grow.
Janet St, Jesmond NSW 2299
Preschool hours are Monday – Friday: 8.00am – 3.30pm.
We are closed Public Holidays and NSW Public School Holidays.
The Team
Haylee Taylor
Director
Haylee Taylor is the Director of Jesmond Community Preschool. Haylee holds a Bachelor of Teaching (0-5 years) and a Bachelor of Education (0-5years). Haylee has a sound knowledge and awareness towards the importance of valuing the children's voices within the program, and is committed to creating a welcoming environment that embraces each child's potential.
Jasmine Welton
Assistant Director
Jasmine, our dedicated Assistant Director has over 5 years of experience in early education. As a Teaching Assistant Director, she is deeply passionate about elevating our educational program to new heights. Jasmine's commitment as Educational Leader ensures a nurturing and enriching environment for all.
Staff Members
Educators
The staff at Jesmond Community Preschool are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment that helps to develop our children socially, emotionally, spirituality, intellectually and physically. Each member of our staff has extensive experience and relevant qualifications in early childhood education.
Koala room: Jasmine, Abby, Matilda, Ella
Kookaburra room: Haylee, Cassie, Sophie, Tenille, Ayla
Committee Members
Executive Committee
As a community-based service, Jesmond Community Preschool is governed by a Management Committee elected during the preschool's Annual General Meeting. The role of the Committee is to determine the service’s mission and purpose and set the strategic direction of the service. The Management Committee work in collaboration with the Director and staff to ensure the delivery of a quality service that meets the needs of the children while meeting the standards outlined by regulatory agencies. Members of the Management Committee co-ordinate fundraising activities throughout the year to help the service raise funds to purchase additional resources.
President: Lauren
Vice President: Allison
Secretary/Treasurer: Jessica
General Committee
Keira
Provider responsibilities
In addition to documenting fee relief under Section 4.2. Fee Relief Payment spending rules, the provider is encouraged to publicly acknowledge the funding received through Start Strong and fee relief provided to the families of eligible children with the following statement:
“This service is a recipient of funding under the NSW Department of Education's Start Strong for Community Preschools program and fee relief is available for families of eligible children."
Such acknowledgement may be included in a regular newsletter or an annual report.
To receive all program related communication, the provider's SP-Admin account holder must maintain up-to-date contact details in ECCMS. The changes can be completed in the Main Service Provider page. Providers should ensure service and other details are up to date. This includes details on the Main Details, Contacts and Address tabs.