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What We Must Document vs. What We Can Let Go

What We Must Document vs. What We Can Let Go

In a sector where time, presence, and emotional safety are paramount, documentation should serve learning—not overwhelm it. This guide clarifies what educators are legally required to document under the Education and Care Services National Regulations, and what can be safely…
Child-Centered Learning

Child-Centered Learning

Child-centered learning is the heartbeat of high-quality early learning services—it places the child’s voice, interests, and wellbeing at the core of every decision, interaction, and environment. Here's a comprehensive look at what it means and how it transforms practice.
Ways to Initiate Conversations with Parents About Challenging Behaviours

Ways to Initiate Conversations with Parents About Challenging Behaviours

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 of…
Presence Over Paperwork: Reclaiming Time for Children in Early Childhood Services

Presence Over Paperwork: Reclaiming Time for Children in Early Childhood Services

In the rhythm of early childhood education, the most meaningful moments often happen in the quiet spaces between routines—when educators kneel to listen, when a child’s story unfolds through play, when connection is felt rather than recorded. Yet across many…
Biting Policy Example

Biting Policy Example

The following Biting Policy Example tailored for early childhood education and care (ECEC) services in Australia, drawing on best practice from ACECQA, Child Australia, and service-level procedures.
Building Social and Personal Skills from Preschool to Kindergarten

Building Social and Personal Skills from Preschool to Kindergarten

The transition from preschool to kindergarten isn’t just academic—it’s deeply social. As children move from parallel play to collaborative learning, they begin to form friendships, navigate conflict, and express their unique identities. These social and personal skills are the bedrock…
20 Rainy Day Activities for Preschoolers

20 Rainy Day Activities for Preschoolers

Rainy days can stir up big energy in little bodies. When outdoor play isn’t an option, indoor environments need to flex—offering sensory-rich, emotionally intelligent experiences that soothe, engage, and inspire. Here are 20 educator-approved activities to transform stormy skies into…
How to Survive a Toxic Work Environment in Early Childhood Settings

How to Survive a Toxic Work Environment in Early Childhood Settings

Toxic environments in early learning services can manifest as gossip, micromanagement, inconsistent policies, emotional invalidation, or even bullying. These psychosocial hazards are not just unpleasant—they’re legally and ethically significant under Work Health and Safety laws.
The Calm Corner That Changed Everything

The Calm Corner That Changed Everything

In a busy early learning room, nestled between a soft rug and a basket of sensory tools, something quietly revolutionary was unfolding. It wasn’t a new curriculum or a flashy resource—it was a space. A space designed not for punishment,…
Quality Area 6 Cheat Sheet

Quality Area 6 Cheat Sheet

Here’s a cheat sheet for Quality Area 6: Collaborative Partnerships with Families and Communities from the NQS. This cheat sheet includes each standard, its elements, and practical examples tailored for early childhood settings.
Simple, Quick & Tasty Vegetarian Recipes for Young Children

Simple, Quick & Tasty Vegetarian Recipes for Young Children

Here’s a curated list of simple, quick, and tasty vegetarian recipes designed with young children in mind—perfect for early learning settings or family meals. These recipes balance nutrition, sensory appeal, and ease of preparation, with options that support cultural inclusion…
Beyond Biting: Reclaiming Safety and Partnership in Early Childhood Settings

Beyond Biting: Reclaiming Safety and Partnership in Early Childhood Settings

Over the past decade, many educators have observed a troubling trend: biting, pushing, and other aggressive behaviours among toddlers are increasingly normalized as developmental inevitabilities. While it’s true that young children often lack the verbal tools to express frustration or…
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