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Connecting with Nature in Early Childhood Education
Nature is one of the best places for kids to spark curiosity and connection, but it doesn’t have to mean taking them out into the wilderness. Any na...
Read MoreNeurodiverse Friendly Environment in Child Care
Neurodiversity is an umbrella term that refers to a variety of differences in the way our brains process information and our behavioural traits. When ...
Read MoreCelebrate Harmony Day in Child Care
Conversations about togetherness and inclusivity are vital in early childhood settings, and Harmony Day is a great opportunity. Celebrated across Aust...
Read MoreSoft skills for strong educators
Soft skills are often regarded as integral for workplace success, with many early childhood education employers considering them just as important as hard skills. The combination of emotional intelligence, personal attributes like patience and responsibility, as well as communication and social skills, are examples of soft skills which can equip you to thrive in the […]
Read MoreKnowing when it’s time to upskill
For a thriving career, it’s essential that your skills and knowledge are up to date. Along with practical experience, connections and a commitment to what you do, upskilling can help you take your career to the next level. Knowing when it’s it the right time to explore your upskill options isn’t always clear, and it […]
Read MoreWhat you need to know when changing careers
If you’re thinking that it’s time to look at changing careers, you’re not alone. This year has made many people explore the opportunity of new career options, particularly in sectors that have proven to offer greater job security and promise during tough times. After all, unemployment rates have reached record highs throughout this year’s pandemic […]
Read MoreMental health and wellbeing: Supporting staff
Early learning services across Melbourne are currently facing the impact of the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic. This has resulted in constant changes for the sector over the last few months including closures, reopenings and updated COVIDSafe protocols. As centres navigate through these restrictions, it is also important to incorporate a focus on supporting […]
Read MoreCase study: An inside look into infection control in early childhood services
We spoke to Practical Outcomes early childhood education Regional Manager Anastasia Natoli about the infection control changes being implemented by the early childhood education and care industry as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Early childhood educators are vital to our communities, ensuring that children have access to high–quality learning and care during the crucial early years of […]
Read MoreStudying online for the first time? What to expect.
With more people undertaking courses online, gaining your qualifications from home or the workplace is becoming increasingly common. But, if you’ve never studied online before, you’re probably wondering what you can expect While most of us have experienced classroom learning at various points in our lives, enrolling to take classes via a computer or laptop […]
Read MoreEarly Learning Matters
Early Learning Matters Week provides the opportunity to celebrate the inspiring and meaningful work undertaken by early childhood educators, teachers, trainers and carers every day. Organised by leading early childhood organisation and voice for young children, Early Childhood Australia, Early Learning Matters Week helps to raise awareness of the importance of early learning for our […]
Read MoreInfection control in early childhood services
For the early childhood education sector, infection control has always been embedded to a high standard within services. With centres in Melbourne now reopening, it is important to continue maintaining the new infection control protocols to help keep educators, families and our communities safe. Risk mitigation measures undertaken by early childhood services aim to control infection […]
Read MoreWhy customer feedback is important for your centre
Making the decision of which early childhood education centre to trust with their children’s education is a huge decision for many parents. For some, early childhood education centres may be the first time their child has been cared for by someone else. In many cases for parents, it’s not about which centre is most conveniently […]
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