Starting childcare or kindergarten is a big milestone for your child. They will encounter a completely new environment—new people, routines, toys, and activities. A smooth transition happens when families prepare their child for these changes in advance. Every...
The first day at kinder is an exciting milestone for young children, but it can also feel overwhelming. To help ease this transition, we’ve created a social story tailored specifically for this important day. Social stories are a powerful...
Have You Heard of World YMCA Vision 2030? For the first time, YMCAs around the globe are uniting under a shared vision for 2030. This ambitious plan serves as a roadmap to guide our efforts towards creating a just,...
As the first day of childcare approaches, ensuring your child feels secure in their new environment is crucial. To assist in this transition, here’s a checklist of what to do before your child starts and which essential items to...
What is “W” sitting? “W” sitting describes the position of a child when sitting on the floor knees together and feet pointing outwards. Dr. Brian Loh explains, in this position the hip is in full internal rotation and in...
An Individual Learning Plan (ILP) in early childhood settings is a personalised educational roadmap designed to support the unique learning needs, interests, and developmental goals/focus of each child in our care. An ILP sets out your child’s learning goals,...
As the winter months approach, it’s essential to prioritise the health and wellbeing of our children and educators. Colder weather often brings an increase in illnesses, making it crucial for everyone to take proactive steps to stay healthy. At...
School Readiness Funding is a component of the Victorian kindergarten funding model and is allocated to services to ensure that children who require extra support receive it. This funding provides kindergartens with additional resources to enhance their programs and...
Anzac Day holds a special place in the hearts of Australians and New Zealanders, serving as a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made by brave service personnel. Amidst the ceremonies and tributes, one symbol stands out prominently—the red poppy....
Whatare fine motor skills? Fine motor skills involve the use of the smaller muscle of the hands, such as when doing up buttons, opening lunch boxes or using pencils or scissors. Fine motor skill efficiency significantly influences the quality...
