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Just like that 2023 is coming to an end and many are celebrating this festive time of year. What a year it has been, filled with laughter, growth, challenges, and learning.  The incredible work of all early childhood educators and centres, as well as the collaborative efforts of families is…

Are you searching for innovative ways to elevate your childcare centre’s educational offerings and set it apart in 2024?  There are many services for families to choose from, and they’re all seeking a centre that stands out for all the right reasons. Bonkers Beat Music and Wellbeing Programs have been…

As we approach the end of the year, for many families it’s time to say goodbye to early childhood education and a big hello to primary school! For children (and parents!) the anticipation of the first day of school is exciting, but can also be a little nerve-wracking.  Thankfully, there…

So, what exactly is emotional intelligence? Emotional intelligence (EI) involves recognising, understanding, and managing one’s own emotions, as well as being attuned to the emotions of others. The five central elements to emotional intelligence are often noted to be: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. In the context of…

Nursery rhymes feature prominently in cultures all over the world and their role in language and literacy for children should not be underestimated. In fact, research indicates that exposure to and familiarity with nursery rhymes has a notably positive impact on early literacy for children during early childhood and beyond. …

World Kindness Day is coming up on November 13, 2023. While every day is a great day to be kind, this date in the calendar is a perfect opportunity for all of us in the early childhood education sector to reflect on the importance of kindness in childcare services.  Kindness…