Why Northside Early Learning?
Why choose Northside? Northside centres are purpose-built Early Childhood Centres located at Surfside, Batemans Bay and Mollymook in the beautiful South Coast. Our Mollymook centre is located at 1 Nethercote St, Mollymook, and is positioned conveniently between Milton-Mollymook-Ulladulla to serve the whole region. Our Batemans Bay Centre is located in Surfside. We strongly believe we are the premier provider for parents seeking the very best educational start for their children in the South Coast. N-SIDE provides you with total peace of mind that your child will be nurtured & engaged by caring Educators in a stimulating, innovative, & loving environment. We keep in touch with you live each day through our Kinderloop software.
We provide the highest quality Early Education & School-Readiness programs for children aged 0-6yrs. Our purpose-built centres are innovative in design; and integrates a perfect balance of natural outdoor play & experiences with leading-edge educational technology.
Early Learning
Our philosophy is based on the notion of the emergent curriculum & the principles of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). At N-SIDE your child is on the road to fulfilling their potential.
School Readiness
We work closely with local primary schools to prepare for the next step. N-SIDE’s unique School-Readiness program is tailored to your child to ensure a smooth & exciting transition to school.
Nutritious Meals
At N-SIDE we provide all cooked meals in a carefully selected menu that is both nutritious & delicious. Our on-site Chefs prepare meals fresh every day from the finest locally sourced products.
Meet Our Director
Northside’s director, Ti-arnee Hardman, brings her experience & expertise in facilitating your child’s learning.
Ti-arnee is a passionate Early Childhood Educator. Her interest in early childhood education began in her role as the eldest sibling in a large family, where she frequently cared for the younger children. This responsibility solidified her passion for working with and educating young minds. There is immense satisfaction in aiding children through the most formative years of their lives.
She has a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and possesses more than seven years of experience as a director, and has more than fourteen years of experience in early childhood education.
Ti-arnee looks forward to meeting and working with each parent to facilitate your child’s learning needs. Please do not hesitate to get in touch with her.
N-Side Programs
N-SIDE Learning
Our early childhood philosophy is based on the notion of the “emergent curriculum” & the principles of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). Our “N-SIDE Learning” program has been designed to develop strong literacy skills by teaching children about sound, expression, vocabulary, reading, writing and speaking; as well adaptive numeracy skills by teaching children about numbers, mathematics, logic, & logical thinking. We focus especially on the development of lateral thinking & problem solving – both of which appropriate literacy & numeracy skills.
As part of our involvement with the University of Wollongong’s “Early Start” Program we have developed an learning environment that embraces leading edge technology such as Smart Boards to bridge the gap between the latest academic early childhood research and best practise.
N-SIDE Play
We believe that physical well-being & play are fundamental to a child’s ability to develop, learn and grow. “N-SIDE Play” program harnesses the power of play in the development of gross and fine motor skills, as well developing independence & positive attitudes towards health and physical wellbeing. Much of these experiences are fostered by our educators through sport, movement, and imaginative play – after all healthy living should be fun! Our two purpose-built playgrounds provides ample opportunities for playful learning.
Especially important at N-SIDE is providing opportunities for children to gain awareness of healthy eating habits. We have adapted the NSW Health Initiative “Munch & Move” which helps children discover the importance of healthy eating & the embracing of regular physical activity. This program establishes sound eating & lifestyle habits that will stay with your child for their future lives.
N-SIDE Culture
A child’s education is ever searching & ever reaching. Children are almost limitless in their ability to absorb and analyse their surrounding environment. Our “N-SIDE Culture” program is a supporting curriculum that seeks to motivate and engage children in the development of positive attitudes towards learning.
We take an all-embracing attitude towards early childhood learning & as such whilst we pursue excellence in literacy & numeracy, we have developed programs that plant the seeds for music, art, awareness of different cultures, and drama.
By actively encouraging your child to explore their artistic and creative talents we not only unlock their potential but also enhance their communication, self-esteem, & confidence.
N-SIDE Discovery
Our discovery program seeks to immerse children in the natural world. N-SIDE Discovery provides opportunities for children to not only learn about the beauty of nature but also to the notion of sustainability and how their individual contribution can impact and shape the natural world. Our qualified educators facilitate their learning and interactions whilst also gently introducing them to the scientific method. For instance, children at N-SIDE engage in sensory play, interest-based exploration, walk through sensory-gardens, explore natural & animal life-cycles, actively participate in recycling, & learn about eco-sustainability.
This year we will create a “N-SIDE Vege-Discovery” Program that will involve a custom made vegetable garden. Here children will be able to grow their own vegetables, and be introduced into a hands-on program of natural discovery and sustainability.
Our early childhood philosophy is based on the notion of the "emergent curriculum" & the principles of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). Our "N-SIDE Learning" program has been designed to develop strong literacy skills by teaching children about sound, expression, vocabulary, reading, writing and speaking; as well adaptive numeracy skills by teaching children about numbers, mathematics, logic, & logical thinking. We focus especially on the development of lateral thinking & problem solving - both of which appropriate literacy & numeracy skills. As part of our involvement with the University of Wollongong's "Early Start" Program we have developed an learning environment that embraces leading edge technology such as Smart Boards to bridge the gap between the latest academic early childhood research and best practise.
We believe that physical well-being & play are fundamental to a child’s ability to develop, learn and grow. "N-SIDE Play" program harnesses the power of play in the development of gross and fine motor skills, as well developing independence & positive attitudes towards health and physical wellbeing. Much of these experiences are fostered by our educators through sport, movement, and imaginative play - after all healthy living should be fun! Our two purpose-built playgrounds provides ample opportunities for playful learning. Especially important at N-SIDE is providing opportunities for children to gain awareness of healthy eating habits. We have adapted the NSW Health Initiative "Munch & Move" which helps children discover the importance of healthy eating & the embracing of regular physical activity. This program establishes sound eating & lifestyle habits that will stay with your child for their future lives.
A child's education is ever searching & ever reaching. Children are almost limitless in their ability to absorb and analyse their surrounding environment. Our "N-SIDE Culture" program is a supporting curriculum that seeks to motivate and engage children in the development of positive attitudes towards learning. We take an all-embracing attitude towards early childhood learning & as such whilst we pursue excellence in literacy & numeracy, we have developed programs that plant the seeds for music, art, awareness of different cultures, and drama. By actively encouraging your child to explore their artistic and creative talents we not only unlock their potential but also enhance their communication, self-esteem, & confidence.
Our discovery program seeks to immerse children in the natural world. N-SIDE Discovery provides opportunities for children to not only learn about the beauty of nature but also to the notion of sustainability and how their individual contribution can impact and shape the natural world. Our qualified educators facilitate their learning and interactions whilst also gently introducing them to the scientific method. For instance, children at N-SIDE engage in sensory play, interest-based exploration, walk through sensory-gardens, explore natural & animal life-cycles, actively participate in recycling, & learn about eco-sustainability. Our children participate in a "N-SIDE Vege-Discovery" Program that will involve a custom made vegetable garden. Here children will be able to grow their own vegetables, and be introduced into a hands-on program of natural discovery and sustainability.
N-Side Rooms
N-Side Nursery
“N-Side Nursery” caters to children who are 6 weeks to 2 years old. We provide the highest quality care in a nurturing environment of exploration & play.
N-Side Pre-Kindy
“N-Side Pre-Kindy” caters to 3-4 year olds & encourages a love of learning using the Early Years Framework (EYLF) for our innovative education.
N-Side Toddlers
“N-Side Toddlers” caters to 2-3 year olds. We facilitate learning via interest based activities which encourage investigation and exploration.
N-Side Pre-School
“N-Side Pre-School” caters to 4-5 year olds & focuses on School-Readiness. We explore musical, numerical literacy, & cognitive concepts on a daily basis.