Position Filled – Diploma Qualified Educator
Portside Preschool & Long Day Care Centre in Port Macquarie NSW is searching for a dynamic experienced Diploma qualified educator to join our small team of dedicated educators who are respectful, professional and enjoy making a difference for the children in their care. You will have strong ethical standards and the ability to implement an innovative…
Read MoreComing soon to Portside a purpose built section for babies & young toddlers.
Portside are excited to announce that we are expanding the centre with a purpose built section for babies and young toddlers. Ages birth – 2 years in the second half of 2018. Keep visiting our website news page for more information.
Read MoreThe SunSmart Early Childhood Program
Portside Preschool are proud be be part of the SunSmart Early Childhood Program which aims to protect children and staff from skin cancer. The program supports early childhood and family day care services across NSW to develop and implement a best-practice sun protection policy. SunSmart is a program that supports early childhood services to develop…
Read MoreThank you to Santa’s little helpers
Local High School students recently volunteered to be Santa’s little helpers at Portside in Port Macquarie during our recent end of year concert, graduation and festive season celebration. All the children, teachers and families would like to thank Lana and Imogen for their assistance. Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year to all our families.
Read MoreDid you know drowning is one of the leading causes of death for Australian children under 5 years of age
Did you know that drowning is one of the leading causes of death for Australian children under 5 years of age. Statistics from the Royal Life Saving Society of Australia’s National Drowning Report show that in 2016/17, toddler drowning incidents increased by 32%. During this period, 29 Australian children aged 0-4 years drowned. The majority…
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