Thought Leadership

The Benefits of Block Play for Children

Block play, a seemingly simple activity, holds profound developmental benefits for children of all ages. From the moment a child grasps their first block, a world of learning begins. Hosted by Kym ...
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Democracy begins in the early years

By Victoria McDowell After pausing to reflect on Children's Week this week, and reading the article by Karen Hope on The Sector, I am reminded of the power and influence young children have on our ...
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Primary Educator Relationships: The Foundation of Confident Learners, Connected Families and Engaging Environments

In this article:
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A visit to Wunanbiri Preschool: Connection, Culture and Community

As part of National Reconciliation Week 2025, a group of staff from Gowrie NSW’s support office visited Wunanbiri Preschool in Alexandria – a preschool rich in history, culture, and deep community ...
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Building Trust and Nurturing Relationships: a Vision for Empowered Learning at Gowrie NSW

On this page: The Foundation of Trust: Family Relationships as the Cornerstone of Learning The Foundation of Trust: Family Relationships as the Cornerstone of Learning Emotional Security: The Key to ...
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Reflecting on an Inquiry Visit to Shirley Road: Observing and Planning with a Sensory Lens

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Transforming Mealtimes with Infants

In early childhood, routines like mealtimes, nappy changes, and rest times might seem simple, but they are filled with rich learning opportunities. These moments aren’t just “in-between” times; ...
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Supporting Sensory Exploration

As part of our 'Stories that Shape Learning' series for the Gowrie NSW Conference in November 2024, here is a story of how we support sensory exploration at Shirley Road Preschool.
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Embracing Nature's Classroom at Dubbo Early Education and Care

Dubbo EEC is in the Central West of NSW and proudly boosts a large green and natural outdoor space for children to explore. It is a part of our centre’s learning philosophy and in line with the ...
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Building Community Connections at Mudgee EEC

Our beautiful Mudgee service is dedicated to building strong community ties and fostering children’s understanding of belonging across diverse communities.
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