Being connected to our community makes all the difference.
Here are just some of our connections within our local community.
We welcome any feedback from children, family, educators and any members of our local community in relation to our developing partnerships.
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Home of the Arts (HOTA)
Gold Coast’s Home of the Arts (HOTA) has something on for all the family! Many of our children’s excursions are to see plays on over at HOTA theatre throughout the year.
We also collaborate with our neighbour in relation to event and programs available for children.
You will also find us gathered out by the lake for special events like Easter. Nothing beats a good easter egg hunt in the park! -
Narragunnawali
Reconciliation Australia’s Narragunnawali: Reconciliation in Education program and online platform is designed to support all schools and early learning services in Australia to develop environments that foster a higher level of knowledge and pride in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and contributions.
We have a Reconciliation Action Plan in collaboration with Narragunnawali, our children, families, staff and local community groups.
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Precious Plastics Collection Point
We are a Precious Plastics Collection Point! Hooray! Our team at Sky Tree run a program where we teach our children the importance of caring for the environment and we have partnered up with community members and local organisations to collect, sort and wash plastic bottle tops ready for recycling.
We would love for you to partner with us; it feels so good doing helping to protect our oceans and local environments!Find out more about the Precious Plastics Sky Tree Kids by clicking the link below!
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Benowa Botanical Gardens
Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens runs a range of events and activities for the whole family, including many run by the Friends of the Gardens. Register for a guided walk to learn about our native bees, birds and many other aspects of these beautiful gardens, or find a bargain at the Friends' monthly nursery sale.
Check out upcoming events at the Gardens, including those mentioned above, using their events calendar.
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Southport Library
The Gold Coast City Council’s Southport Library is our local library and is available for all families to access. They have a vast amount of books, toys, computers and other events suitable for children of all ages.
Please have a look at this month’s library events from the brochure in our reception. We regularly borrow books from the library for the children at our centre and ask children what they would like us to borrow. Please also feel free to suggest books we could borrow to further your child’s learning.
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Benowa State School
Benowa State School is one of our closest local state schools which was founded in 1980. It offers education for students from Preschool through to Year 12. It is part of the Council of International Schools and offers a range of learning opportunities.
We work closely with Benowa State School to close the gap for children transitioning from our Pre-Prep program who are scheduled to commence schooling at Benowa State School the following year.
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Bellevue Park State School
Bellevue Park State School is also one of our closest local state schools which caters for students from Preparatory through to Year 6. They set high expectations for every student’s process and ambitious targets for improving classroom performances.
We work closely with Bellevue Park State School to assist our children transitioning from Pre-Prep to school.
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The Southport School (TSS)
A private all boys school offering schooling from Preschool through to Year 12. It has a focus on student’s performance both academically and in the sporting arena.
TSS provides children with a range of extra-curricular opportunities to support boys’ learning and development.
We work closely with the school to assist our children transitioning from Pre-Prep to school.
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St Hilda's School
A private all girls school offering schooling from Preschool through to Year 12. It has a focus on student’s performance both academically and in the sporting arena.
St Hilda’s School provides children with a range of extra-curricular opportunities to support girl’s learning and development.
We work closely with St Hilda’s School to assist our children transitioning from Pre-Prep to school.
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Canteen Social Coffee Shop
Canteen Social is our local coffee shop who supports our children’s efforts when it comes to recycling.
If you haven’t already, pop in and let the lovely staff make you a coffee or serve you up a delicious lunch.