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...
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A christmas wish…
"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...
“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...
Online program to support healthy screen use with young children
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...
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...
Reading with your child
Book week this year was amazing! Your kids and their teachers looked fabulous! We enjoyed finding ‘Wally’ in the playgrounds, matching ‘Things’ together, whizzing around the playground with our share of ‘Harry’s’ and so many more amazing costumes. Are you a reader? Do...
The 5 Love Languages of Children
Carina Pedro Matthew 22: 37-39: “Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.This is the first and greatest commandment.And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.” When we read this...
Your brain loves music…
Your brain loves music... like Willy Wonka loves chocolate... Yum! Miss Fanak from our Emmanuel OSHC Centre thought this article might "resonate" with some... brain growth, language skills, math skills, memory, attention, concentration, social skills and the list...