Parenting can often be overwhelming. Each child is a unique mystery that we unwrap one surprise after another. With each stage of our child’s development we are presented with a new parenting challenge to navigate. In the day-to-day busyness of feeding, cleaning,...
Gold Coast Childcare
A Guide to Nurturing Positive Child Behaviour
At Young Discoverers, we believe that every child deserves a nurturing environment to grow and learn. As prospective parents seeking the best childcare centre on the Gold Coast, we understand that you want to choose a place that priorities your child's well-being and...
Uh Oh…
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...
It takes a village to raise a child…
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...
Slow Down and Just Be
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...
9 Steps to More Effective Parenting
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...
“RISKY” PLAY
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...
Gods promise when we feel afraid…
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...
How to guide your child using their love languages…
From the desk of our Chaplain Miss Simone... DISCIPLINE is not a dirty word: you can guide AND love your child Attitudes and beliefs around discipline have changed drastically (thankfully) since I was a child and have continued to evolve since I parented young...
Helping kids learn an appreciation for nature…
Life is so busy, that sometimes we forget to take a breath and appreciate nature. The children have been learning how God made this beautiful world that we live in and it really is amazing. From the smallest animals, to biggest waterfalls. He made the planets and...