The Creativity & Joy Conference Toni Christie is truly an Early Childhood Education Icon- setting up the Childspace institute in 1993 and building an organisation rich with purpose and passion. She has been at the forefront of advoc... Conferences Professional development 29 Aug 2025 Blog
Strong Foundations: neuroscience and emotional development in the early years Picture this: a vibrant early childhood learning environment, walls and tables adorned with colourful posters, flashcards, and even stones, all decorated with faces attempting to demonstrate intense e... Childhood advocacy Freedom Cup® Group time Music in early years National Quality Framework (NQF) National Quality Standard (NQS) Needs literacy Neuroscience Pedagogy Positive psychology The Phoenix Cups® Framework 23 Apr 2025 Blog
Fostering children's wellbeing Download this Article Please subscribe below to download a printable copy of this article: Full Name * Email * Mobile * Campaign Blog Articles Referring Article * Fostering Children's Wellbeing Submit... Childhood advocacy Children's wellbeing Connection Cup® Freedom Cup® Fun Cup® Mastery Cup® Music in early years Risky play Safety Cup® Self-worth and belonging Skill to fill™ The Phoenix Cups® Framework 17 Apr 2025 Blog
Dear OSHC Educator Dear OSHC Educator, To the one standing on the bridge between home and school, where childhood thrives - I want to take a moment to write to you. Yours is a role both humble and significant, one that ... Advocacy Educator advocacy Educator appreciation OSHC, OOSH & SAC 18 Mar 2025 Blog
Creating a Culture of Wellbeing Download this Article Please subscribe below to download a printable copy of this article: Full Name * Email * Mobile * Campaign Blog Articles Referring Article * Creating a Culture of Wellbeing Submi... Connection Cup® Educator ethics Educator wellbeing Emotional resilience in children Freedom Cup® Fun Cup® Mastery Cup® Safety Cup® Self-worth and belonging The Phoenix Cups® Framework 25 Feb 2025 Blog
Are We Supervising Children? Or Are We Looking at Them? Disclaimer: This is Part 2 of this series! If you'd like to read part one, click here . Supervision in early years education extends far beyond simple head counts or rigid supervision plans. It is a d... Active Supervision Active supervision Child protection Child safety Child supervision guidelines Compliance Flow in early years National Quality Framework (NQF) National Quality Standard (NQS) Risk assessment Trauma informed practice Trauma-Informed Care 27 Jan 2025 Blog
Throwing Away the Supervision Plan – Finding Effective Supervision Strategies That Work Ensuring the safety and well-being of children is at the heart of every early learning service. Active supervision stands as a fundamental strategy in this effort, going beyond simply being present an... Active Supervision Active supervision Child protection Child safety Child supervision guidelines Compliance Flow in early years Planning & programming Risk assessment The Phoenix Cups® Framework 20 Jan 2025 Blog
Reclaiming Play: The Role of Movement and Outdoor Adventures in Early Years Education Let’s face it: childhood today looks a bit different than it used to. When was the last time you saw a child climb a tree like it was Mount Everest or turn a pile of sticks into a pirate ship? If you ... Children and technology Children's development Children's wellbeing Emotional regulation in children Fine motor skills Flow in early years Group time Loose parts play Nature play Play-based learning Risky play Sensory development Sensory play Sensory processing Wellbeing and exercise 13 Jan 2025 Blog
The Neurological Impact of Trauma: Strategies for Supporting Children in Early Education Trauma can have profound and lasting effects on children’s neurological, emotional, and social development. For educators, understanding these impacts is vital for creating environments where children... Behaviour guidance Behaviour management Child safety Children's wellbeing Emotional regulation in children Emotional resilience in children Social and emotional learning Trauma informed practice Trauma-Informed Care 28 Nov 2024 Blog
Re-thinking “School Readiness” and how to actually support children to be ready for school What makes a child ready for school? There is no singular answer to that question. Some individuals believe it may be self-help skills such as toileting, opening their own food or tying their shoes. F... Developmentally appropriate pedagogy Emotional regulation in children Group time Mathematics in the early years Pedagogy Reading in early years School readiness Transition to school pedagogy school transition 31 Oct 2024 Blog
Child lashing out for no reason? Spoiler alert: There is ALWAYS a reason. Hands up who has heard the following phrases (or felt them yourselves – we won’t tell) about children’s behaviour: He does it for no reason. She is just trying to get at us. The behaviour is completel... Behaviour guidance Behaviour management Children's behaviour Connection Cup® Emotional regulation in children Freedom Cup® Fun Cup® Group time Managing emotions Mastery Cup® Pedagogy Skill to fill™ Social and emotional learning The Phoenix Cups® Framework Will to fill™ child outbursts 1 Oct 2024
Heartfelt Learning Early childhood educators and teachers play a pivotal role in celebrating and integrating the rich, ancient culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples into early childhood curriculums. W... Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture Aboriginal perspectives Australian Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) Baul, Dulgo, Dunngunn Cultural inclusion NAIDOC Week National Quality Framework (NQF) Pedagogy 8 Aug 2024 Blog