Our Pre Kindy and Kindy rooms celebrated their first official bike/scooter day at the centre. They were invited to bring their scooter or bike in from home along with their helmets and any protective gear, exciting!
Children are naturally drawn to the outdoors and all the opportunities it offers for exploration, creativity, and physical activity. Playing outdoors in all types of weather allows children to experience the natural world in a way that indoor play simply cannot replicate.
Communication is an essential part of living in society. It's important to teach children effective communication skills to set them up for the relationships they will build in the big wide world.
Play-based learning can indeed set children up for academic success in several ways. Firstly, play-based learning helps children develop their cognitive skills, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity.
Music has long been recognised as a powerful tool for human expression, creativity, and communication. When it comes to child development, the benefits of music cannot be overstated. Engaging with music from a young age can have a significant impact on a child's cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development. In this article, we will explore the various ways in which music supports child development.
Children and their boundless creativity can turn even the simplest of materials into a world of fun and adventure. When given the opportunity to play with sand and mud, their imaginations run wild, making every playtime an unforgettable experience.
Starting July 10, 2023, there will be notable changes to the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) as recognised by the Commonwealth Government. Their objective is to enhance the affordability of high-quality early education and care for families. This significant transition aims to lower out-of-pocket child care expenses for over 96% of families.
Storytelling is an age-old tradition that has been passed down from generation to generation. As a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, one of the most important things you can do is share stories with the children.
Trying new things is risky, right? So many things contribute to a sense of uncertainty when faced with a new situation. The unknown, whether meeting a new person, trying a new activity or learning a new dance, can be unnerving.