Children's Programs - Alanvale Child Centre

The operation and management of this centre situated on the Newnham campus of TAFE Tasmania was transferred to Lady Gowrie Tasmania in April 2005. Formerly operated by TAFE Tasmania, this purpose built centre was established some years ago as an early learning centre with design features which reflect a respectful and supportive environment for children and staff.

Programs

The centre offers full-time and regular part time care for children from Birth to 7 years of age for 51 weeks of the year. The Centre is licensed by the Tasmanian Department of Education for 55 children and registered with the National Childcare Accreditation Council.

Program Planning

The staff meet regularly to plan programs that meet the high quality indicators of the Quality Improvement and Accreditation System (QIAS).

Program Planning is informed by the Department of Education's Essential Learning Framework and focuses on the five learning areas identified by this document:

  • Thinking
  • Communicating
  • Personal Futures
  • Social Responsibility
  • World Futures

Primary Care Giving is a feature of the programs. The main goal of primary caregiving is to foster secure attachments with children and to build strong partnerships with parents.

Meals

Lunch, morning and afternoon tea are provided. The cost of these meals is included in the fees. The centre has attained 'Start Right Eat Right' accreditation which means children are offered meals that meet the recommended dietary guidelines by recognised authorities.

Fees and Accounts

Fees are charged on a sessional, daily or weekly basis and are payable daily, weekly or fortnightl. EFTPOS, Bpay and Credit Card facilities are available.

Hours of Operation

Long Day Care: 7.45am - 5.45pm (Monday to Friday)

Sessional Care: 9.45am - 12.45pm or 12.45pm - 5.45pm (Monday to Friday)

The centre is closed between Christmas and the New Year and on gazetted public holidays.


Street

TAFE Campus
Alanvale Dve
Newnham

Mail
PO Box 263
North Hobart 7002
Phone
(03) 63435222
Email
avcc@gowrie-tas.com.au