As we celebrate Harmony Week from Monday, March 18, to Sunday, March 24, 2024, we reflect on the theme of this year, “Everyone Belongs,” and its profound significance. This statement aligns perfectly with our global mission: “To empower children,...
What is sensory processing disorder? Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a condition where the brain has difficulty processing and interpreting information received through the senses. This includes sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. SPD can affect all your senses,...
Discover 5 benefits of outdoor play for children! Fostering physical health, social skills, nature appreciation, and sensory learning!
You likely know that reading with young children is very helpful for their language and literacy development; this is also true for autistic children. When adults read to their autistic child in an interactive way (sometimes known as “shared...
Child care subsidy (CCS) can be a great support system for families who are looking to put their children through childcare. We understand that child care is an ongoing cost that can burden families and, even more so, for...
Early intervention refers to a range of services and support provided to young children who have a developmental delay or disability. These services are designed to address the child’s specific needs and help them achieve their full potential. Early...
City of Whittlesea will be hosting a series of 3 Kindergarten Information Sessions that will be delivered in English, Urdu, Punjabi and Arabic. These sessions will commence as of Tuesday, 16 November 2021 and are targeted for families who...
The Y Whittlesea is constantly reviewing and evaluating its curriculum to ensure we are providing high quality programs and services. We hope to create a curriculum that exposes children to learning experiences to help them transition into school and...
Via Australian Childhood Foundation Children and young people learn about the world around them, about others and about themselves from key people in their lives. In relationships, we form beliefs about what we know to be true about ourselves...
Creating meaningful conversations with your child after child care can be a great way for them to build communication skills and a great way for you as a parent to learn about your child. Here are five examples of...