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Nestled in the heart of Menora, Ruth Landau Harp Early Learning is Western Australia’s only Jewish early childhood education and care centre, proudly operated by Perth Hebrew Congregation, a not-for-profit organisation. We offer high-quality care for children aged 6 weeks through to school age, guided by strong Jewish values and traditions. We are more than a childcare centre – we’re a warm, inclusive, and vibrant community of dedicated educators. United in our purpose, we are committed to nurturing young children as they grow, learn, and bloom into kind, capable, and compassionate global citizens.

At the heart of our practice is a deep belief in each child’s potential. Our carefully designed curriculum—woven through thoughtfully planned indoor and outdoor environments—promotes rich learning experiences that support every child’s cognitive, physical, social and emotional development.

As part of our commitment to wellbeing, we provide a kosher menu created in collaboration with Nutrition Australia. Our diverse and delicious meals meet all recommended daily intakes for dairy, protein, fruits, vegetables, and grains—ensuring every child receives the nutrition they need to grow and thrive.

At Ruth Landau Harp Early Learning, we plant the seeds of curiosity, compassion, and lifelong learning—one beautiful day at a time.

Our Rooms

Explorers

For our youngest, 6 weeks to 2 years

At the heart of our Explorers room is a commitment to Relational Pedagogy—building strong and secure attachments with every child. Our dedicated educators create safe, warm, and inclusive environments, where children are encouraged to play, explore, and grow holistically. With consistent staffing, small group ratios, and flexible routines, we ensure each child feels a deep sense of belonging and is supported through every stage of their journey. Click to read more about how we nurture each child’s growth and development.

Adventurers

For our toddlers, 2 years to 2.5 years

Our Adventurers room is a vibrant space where children practice key skills across all developmental domains, supported by consistent and caring educators. Through a play-based pedagogy aligned with our centre philosophy, children explore roleplay, creativity, music, language, and more—developing problem-solving, critical thinking, and social skills. Purposeful indoor and outdoor environments offer endless opportunities to play, learn, and grow. Daily routines blend structured experiences with child-led exploration, ensuring every Adventurer feels empowered and inspired.

3 Year old Kindy

Minimum age of 2.5 years to transition to this room

Within our 3 Year Old Kindy Room, we see an increase in attention spans, greater ability to concentrate and a focus on developing the foundations for creative and critical thinking. We adopt more intentional teaching strategies and create opportunities for the introduction of guided numeracy and literacy learning. We seek to provide all children with the opportunity and time to develop their emotional intelligence and love of learning.

Through working together, we have built a positive learning environment, where children feel empowered and confident to discover their identity and to build a sense of agency.

4 Year old Kindy

For the Year they turn 4

Our 4 year old Kindy marks an important milestone in a young child’s journey as a life-long learner. They think of themselves suddenly as one of the ‘big kids’ and get to step into an environment rich in challenge and opportunities to step out of their comfort zone. They are empowered with a new level of independence, with the added responsibilities of being the oldest and the biggest in the centre.

Educational research supports (beyond a doubt) the value of providing open ended learning opportunities that encourage children to test and explore their environment in a ‘hands on way’ that focuses on the ‘journey of discovery’ rather than an end product.

Proudly certified as a Little Scientist House

Our staff are committed to supporting every child in their own fundamental movement skills journey, helping them to develop the skills and confidence to lead a physically active lifestyle.

Operated by Perth Hebrew Congregation

“Creating happy, resilient, inquisitive and confident children who uphold Jewish Values and who will strive to make the world a better place”