Willy Wagtails

A kindergarten with heart

WHAT WE PROVIDE

At Willy Wagtails Kindergarten our service is licensed to cater for children 6 weeks of age to 6 years. The service has been rated overall at Meeting National Quality Standards under the Australian Children’s’ Education and Care Quality Authority. Our staff are selected for their passion in early childhood education as well their caring nature and experience in the field. We value strong communication between all families and staff we operate an open door policy encouraging parents as partners. By working together we strive to achieve a learning environment that is optimal for your child. We are committed to providing affordable, quality childcare for all families in the Yamba region and are constantly striving to achieve this.

Our Philosphy

Your child will learn in a safe, warm and accepting environment. Our atmosphere enables children to respect themselves and others. Through diverse creative experiences, we enhance children’s ability to socialize with others, be creative, express themselves and develop. We provide a high quality educational program, one which we are always improving.

We believe in:

  • Children being able to explore within a safe but stimulating environment
  • Educators always discovering ways to improve their skill levels
  • Respecting and engaging with our local community to enhance our service
  • Educators that are passionate about early childhood education
  • A play-based approach that is supported through intentional teaching
  • Supportive relationships that are based on trust and respect with the children, families and educators and the local community
  • Creating a better future for our children through promoting sustainability and the consideration of environmental issues
  • The rights of the child being paramount by providing an inclusive approach that supports children overall well-being
  • Utilising the Early Years Framework and reflective practice to create meaningful programs

We are so happy to have found Willy Wagtails. The services they provide are fantastic, all of the staff are friendly, helpful and our kids love them. There’s attention to detail here and the level of communication between staff and parents is amazing. If you’re looking at enrolling your little one in to a daycare then we highly recommend joining the Willy Wagtails family

Renee James 

We have three young boys aged 3 to 8 who have all at some stage been cared for at Willy’s.  The Managers Vanessa and Scott are great supporters of the children and very helpful and easy-going with parents.  ‘Scotty Man’ has been a favourite of my sons for his high-energy and fun attitude to life.  We would definitely recommend Willy’s to anyone thinking of placing their child in its care and feel we are very lucky to have such high standard child care in the small township of Yamba.

Alexie and Adrian Miller

OUR PROGRAM

Our classes are carefully crafted to meet the development needs of the each and every child. Our educators and support staff are highly professional and trained. 

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THE PELICANS

Ages 4 to 5

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THE DOLPHINS

Ages 3 to 4

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