From the desk of Miss Chrissy... Daily routines help family life run smoothly. With a routine, everyone in the family knows who should do what, when, in what order and how often. Routines are also good for children’s health, development and wellbeing. That’s because...
We understand that choosing the right childcare centre is a significant decision for parents, and it's important to know how we can create a nurturing environment for your child. One of our key goals is to help you and your child make the most of every moment...
Uh oh… My child has been unwell... Should they still go to Kindy? How long do I need to keep them home for? This is a dilemma for all of us as parents! Should they still go to Kindy or must I somehow talk to my boss and tell him that I need...
Happy Mother’s Day to all the mums, grandma’s & “mother type figures” at our centres. As we celebrate these amazing women, we remember that all mums have different struggles at different times and are in need of support. The old saying “It takes a village to raise...
Our children are a lot busier than we ever were as children. Not only are their schedules full of physical activities (before and after school), such as swimming lessons, music lessons, sport, dance and other creative activities which are all really GOOD things, kids...
I came across this article recently and thought it was a good one to share! (9 Steps to More Effective Parenting (for Parents) - Nemours KidsHealth) Parenting can be tough, but also so rewarding! Sometimes I feel like parenting is just a constant battle of correction...
"Maybe Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas... perhaps... means a little bit more!" (Dr Suess) This quote from Dr Suess rings so true ... We hope that this Christmas you spend quality time with your families, creating memories to last a...
Our Centre Director from Highland Reserve, Miss Alina found this article recently and thought it a good one to share... Our children are our most precious "asset" so it's our job to keep them safe, snug and secure but in order for them to grow to confident, resilient...
Many parents struggle with managing children’s screen use. Healthy Habits Triple P is a version of the successful Triple P – Positive Parenting Program. It offers practical ideas and support to help parents develop healthy habits with young children by managing their...
From our YD OEC Chaplain, Miss Carina... How often do our kids feel afraid of something? It can be all sorts of things; the dark, animals, being alone, or even unknown situations. These things can cause anxiety and fear that can sometimes be crippling. We are humans...