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Resources, how-tos, and sector insights to help you document better, reflect deeper, and thrive in your practice. Our go-to resource for programming support, compliance guidance, and inspiration.
35 Community Involvement Ideas for Early Learning Services
Community involvement is a key part of fostering a strong sense of belonging and identity in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC). While excursions and off-site visits are great, there are many ways to connect with your local community without leaving your service. Here’s a list of creative, simple, and effective community engagement ideas that can be done right within your early learning setting.
Bobbie's Doggy Daycare Diary
Extend on the story ‘Bobbie’s Doggy Daycare Diary’ by creating your own Diaries. Children can express themselves and share their Daycare experiences in their very own Diary. Children will foster early language and literacy skills and foster their sense of identity and emotional development. Recalling their day and experiences strengthens memory, encourages reflection and helps link learning. Folding, stapling, writing and drawing all strengthen physical skills.
A Peek into the Early Childhood Cook Diary
Here's we take a peek into the Early Childhood Cook Diary to see how it can help cook's and chef's in Early Childhood manage their kitchens and stay on top of compliance.
A Look into the Children's Centre Diary
Here's we take a look at the Children's Centre Diary to see how it can be used to streamline your admin and help manage your office.
A Deep Dive into the Nominated Supervisor Diary
Here we take a deep dive into the Nominated Supervisor Diary to see how it can be used to improve efficiency, memory and quality improvement in your service.
How to Become a Family Day Care Provider
Becoming a family day care provider is an enriching career that allows you to create a nurturing environment where children can flourish. This detailed guide will help you understand the steps involved in starting your own family day care and provide tips for ensuring success.
Example Program Ideas for Babies with Links to EYLF V2
In our blog, 'Tips for Programming for Babies in the Weekly Programming and Reflection Diaries' we discuss how to adjust your program for babies and one of our tips was understanding that not all boxes in your program need to be filled every day. Here is an example program of activities for babies and includes which box it would program under in your Weekly Programming and Reflection Diary, links to EYLF and the description you need to replicate the experience.
Tips for Programming for Babies
The Weekly Programming and Reflection Diaries are designed to capture programs from babies through to school aged children. Slightly adapting the way you approach programming is what will help you complete your program. This article will support you to implement the Butler Method for younger age groups.
An Example of the Sustainability Calendar: QIP in Action
We recently received an example of the Sustainability Calendar and how it is being used to show the Quality Improvement Plan in Action, check it out.
Smooth Transitions: Tips for Starting a New Role
Starting a new role as an educator halfway through the year can be both exciting and challenging. Whether you're joining a new early childhood education and care (ECEC) centre or transitioning to a different classroom, here are some helpful tips to help you make a smooth transition and thrive in your new role...
Understanding Queensland Kindergarten Funding
Navigating the intricacies of Queensland kindergarten funding is crucial for approved kindergartens to effectively manage resources and provide quality early childhood education. This article aims to demystify the process, detailing when funding is received, how it's accessed, timelines for usage, and permissible expenditures.
20 Inspirational Quotes to Empower You as An Early Childhood Educator
Educators play a pivotal role in shaping the future by nurturing young minds. It's a profession filled with challenges and triumphs, requiring dedication, empathy, and resilience. To uplift and inspire you, our unsung heroes, here are 20 inspirational quotes tailored for Early Childhood Educators....
A Practical Example of a Cycle of Planning
Here is an example of what a cycle of planning might look like...
Where to find examples of the OSHC Weekly Programming Diary?
We have a ton of examples and support available for our Weekly Programming and Reflection Diaries... here's how to find them.
A Quick Guide to the Educational Leader Diary with Examples
The Educational Leader Diary when used correctly acts as a Reflection Tool and shows how critical reflection is being used within the team to improve outcomes for children. It demonstrates and captures evidence of the role of the Educational Leader and the work they are doing to support Educators. Here's a quick guide to the Educational Leader Diary to maximise the way it's being used in your service.
20 Engaging Group Time Experience Ideas for ECEC
Group times are a cornerstone of Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC). They offer opportunities for children to learn, engage, and connect with their peers and educators. To make group times truly enriching and captivating, it's important to have a variety of activities at your fingertips. Here are 20 engaging group time experience ideas that align with EYLF, ensuring a holistic and stimulating learning environment.
Tips for Involving the Community
Fostering strong connections with the community has become increasingly vital. Not only does this collaboration enhance the overall experience for children, families, and educators, but it also aligns seamlessly with the principles of the EYLF. Here's some tips and strategies for including the community in your ECEC service with links to EYLF.
Where to find Program inspiration?
Are you stuck? Feel like you've fallen into the cycle of the same thing over and over and want to start the year off fresh? Maybe still stuck in Christmas mode? Here are all the places you can find program inspiration this year!
