ELC, Term 2 Week 9 2026
Exploring the Historic Buildings of Our School
In Tainmunta, our Term 2 inquiry is about homes, inspired by the children’s interests and conversations. We have been exploring different types of homes, discussing the people who live in them, and discovering that homes are places where we feel safe, sheltered, and connected to our families. Children have also enjoyed sharing stories about their own homes and any renovations taking place within them.
On 28 May, as part of Founders Week, we set off to explore some of the historic buildings around our school. We discovered that Wheaton House was once a family home many years ago, helping us make connections between homes of the past and the homes we know today.
As we made our way to Wheaton House, we were delighted to meet Mr Atterton, our School Principal. He kindly invited us upstairs to visit his office. The children were excited to look around, ask questions, and learn more about his role within our school community.
Our journey then continued to the chapel, where Reverend Paul shared stories about the building and its history. The children listened with interest as they learned about this special place and its connection to Pulteney’s past.
These experiences encouraged the children to think about how buildings can change over time and helped them make connections between homes, community, and the history that surrounds us.
Back in the classroom, the children continued their learning through play in the block and construction area. Using their memories and observations from our walk, they worked together to recreate familiar landmarks, including the chapel and the Pulteney Bridge. As they built, they shared ideas, solved problems, and discussed the different features they remembered. Through this play, the children strengthened their creativity, collaboration, spatial awareness, and understanding of the world around them.
These learning experiences reflect the EYLF’s focus on belonging, community, and learning through play. Children connect their own experiences of home with the history of the school and express their ideas through conversation and construction. It aligns with Reggio Emilia principles by viewing children as capable learners who build understanding through exploration, relationships, and hands‑on experiences. By revisiting their walk through block play, the children used multiple “languages” to represent their thinking, deepening their curiosity, creativity, and connection to place.
Kimberly McMahon and Lisa McClymont
Head of Early Childhood Education and Care and ELC Teacher
June/July Winter Holiday Care Program
In consultation with the children, the ELC Educator Team has designed an exciting program for the break.
Bookings will close on Friday 17 June, please email elc@pulteney.sa.edu.au with your required days. As our staffing is based on confirmed bookings, we are unable to guarantee care for children who have not been booked in advance. If you arrive without a booking, we may need to ask that you make alternative arrangements and take your child home. We appreciate your understanding and support in helping us plan appropriately for all children in our care.
Key Details:
Dates: Monday 29 June to Friday 17 July 2026
Closure Dates: Monday 20 July 2026 for training and center deep cleaning. Families will not be charged for public holidays during school holiday periods or for ELC closure days
Opening Hours: 7.30am – 6.00pm
Location: ELC Tainmunta and Yulti classrooms
Rate: $137.00 per day (includes early drop off from 7.30am and late pick up before 6.00pm)
No minimum attendance: Book for as many or as few days as you need!
Important Information:
Booking Requests: Please email your booking requests to elc@pulteney.sa.edu.au by
Friday 17 June 2026
Term Bookings: Children’s regular term-time bookings will be paused with no charge during the holiday program
Return Date: Term 3 begins on Tuesday 21 July 2026. We look forward to providing your children with an enjoyable holiday care experience.
Thank you for your support.
Advance Notice: Yartangka Bush Kindy Cancelled Friday 19 June 2026
Due to the ELC – yr 6 Disco Day, Yartangka Bush Kindy will be cancelled on Friday 19 June 2026.
We look forward to expressing ourselves through dance!
Mosquito Repellant for Yartangka Bush Kindy
We have seen an increase in mosquitos over at Yartangka. If your child has a reaction to mosquito bites, please apply repellent, patches or bands in the morning before arriving to ELC.
Save the Date
July Class Transition/Orientation Visits
Please see email details sent out on 13 May.
Date – Parent Class Information Sessions May 28
Learning Space visits June 10, June 1
ELC Disco Session
Date – 19 June 2026
Time – 9am – 9.45am (Yulti and Tainmunta), 2.30pm – 3.15pm (Wita)
Location – Wyatt Hall
Term 2 End of ELC Celebration
Date – 24 June 2026
Time – 9am – 9.30am
Location – Kurrajong Undercroft