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Coaching vs. Mentoring Cheat Sheet for Educational Leaders

Coaching vs. Mentoring Cheat Sheet for Educational Leaders New!

In early childhood services, leadership is relational. Whether you're guiding a new educator or supporting a seasoned team member through change, knowing when to coach and when to mentor is essential. These approaches aren’t interchangeable; they serve different purposes, require…
Educational Leader Guide: Check-In Rituals

Educational Leader Guide: Check-In Rituals New!

In the fast-paced world, leadership isn’t just about compliance or curriculum; it’s about connection. One of the most powerful, yet often overlooked, tools in a leader’s toolkit is the humble check-in ritual. These moments of intentional pause can transform team…
5 Examples Of Risk Assessments For Early Childhood Services

5 Examples Of Risk Assessments For Early Childhood Services New!

The following article provides 5 examples of risk assessments tailored for early childhood services, including Local Park Excursion, Art & Sensory Play, Loose Parts Construction Zone Risk Assessment, Fire Drill & Emergency Evacuation, and Dramatic Play with Costumes & Props,…
Q: How Many Risk Assessments Do Services Require?

Q: How Many Risk Assessments Do Services Require? New!

A: Under Regulations 101–102D, approved providers and educators must conduct risk assessments for activities that may pose risks to children’s health, safety, or well-being.
National Children’s Week: Listening to the Wisdom of Children

National Children’s Week: Listening to the Wisdom of Children New!

National Children’s Week (18th - 26th October) is more than a calendar event—it’s a call to action. A reminder to pause, reflect, and truly listen to the voices of children. In early childhood settings, where play, learning, and relationships intertwine,…
Why I Stay: Meet Aisha, Early Childhood Educator, 12 Years in Practice

Why I Stay: Meet Aisha, Early Childhood Educator, 12 Years in Practice New!

“Every time a child runs into my arms like I’m their whole world—that’s when I know I’m exactly where I’m meant to be.”
Team Empowerment in Early Childhood

Team Empowerment in Early Childhood

In early childhood education, empowered teams are the heartbeat of quality practice. When educators feel valued, heard, and supported, they don’t just comply—they co-create. Team empowerment isn’t a management strategy; it’s a relational commitment to emotional safety, shared purpose, and…
Supervision Zones

Supervision Zones

The concept of supervision zones is a practical strategy to enhance child safety and educator accountability where educators are assigned to actively supervise and engage with children.
Q: Is It Necessary To Have A Preschool Graduation At The End Of The Year?

Q: Is It Necessary To Have A Preschool Graduation At The End Of The Year?

A: As the end of the preschool year approaches, preschool educators begin preparing for graduation ceremonies—complete with miniature caps, choreographed performances, and proud photo ops. While these events can be joyful and affirming, they also invite deeper reflection. Is a…
Child-friendly Anxiety Management Strategy

Child-friendly Anxiety Management Strategy

Anxiety in young children often shows up in subtle ways ummy aches, restlessness, clinginess, or emotional outbursts. These feelings, sometimes described by children as having “the worries” or a “bubbly tummy,” can be overwhelming and difficult to articulate. As educators,…
Opening the Door: Sample Scripts for Initiating Conversations with Families

Opening the Door: Sample Scripts for Initiating Conversations with Families

In early childhood education, our relationships with families are foundational but they’re not always easy to navigate. When a child’s behaviour begins to impact the safety or wellbeing of others, educators often find themselves caught between professional responsibility and fear…
Indoor Loose Parts Play

Indoor Loose Parts Play

Loose parts play is a powerful, open-ended approach that invites children to explore, create, and express themselves using everyday materials. It fosters autonomy, imagination, and problem-solving and can be tailored to your environment and the developmental needs of your children.
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