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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How to develop, and bring to life, a centre philosophy

One of the most important steps in running a successful, high-quality child care centre is developing a centre philosophy, according to Gowrie NSW consultant, Jessica Horne-Kennedy.
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Mentoring to build better practice

Introducing new or improved practice into any organisation can be challenging. In pursuit of best practice the team at Parkes Early Childhood Centre decided to acquire the aid of an external ...
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What to look for when choosing a childcare centre

By Ella Walsh Trying to choose the best early childhood centre for your little one? Here’s what you should know before booking them in. When you have young children, at some stage in their early ...
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Supporting childrens transition into childcare

The first day of childcare can be a scary step for both child and parent and can take some time to adjust. Despite a parent’s best efforts of selecting the right education and care centre, leaving ...
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Does this child need help?

Early childhood educators are experts at understanding and facilitating child development. But what happens when an educator gets a sense that something isn’t quite right?
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How to create a space that promotes positive learning

Creating a physical environment that supports positive learning and exploration is a crucial job for early childhood educators. Jessica Horne-Kennedy, a Gowrie NSW consultant, believes that ...
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Discover how curiosity inspires life-long learners

Media Release: Discover how curiosity inspires life-long learners July 20, 2016: Children are born naturally curious. As we know, curiosity is a desire to learn and is the spark that helps children ...
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How to ensure a smooth career transition

Taking on a new job role is a time of excitement. A new role often presents great opportunity to take lead and instil positive change within an organisation. At the same time, a change in job role ...
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Best management tips for principals under pressure

02 Jun 2016: by Sarah Bachman Jeremy Carter is the CEO of Rapport Leadership Australia, which has provided leadership training for over 30 years. Carter speaks at various conferences on leadership, ...
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