Baby’s skin is delicate and less resistant to bacteria and harmful substances so can be easily irritated. It’s also important to protect the skin of young children to help prevent any future issues. Some of the ways to prevent any future issues include: *Teaching children good hygiene practices- frequent and thorough hand washing to help prevent spreading of germs, bacteria …
Upcoming Events
Friday 10th May: Mothers Day Morning Tea @ 10am Friday 17th May: CLOSED. Ipswich Show Holiday Monday 20th May: Wear yellow for World Bee Day
Poison Safety
Poisoning can happen to anyone, anywhere, but children are particularly at risk as they enjoy exploring and putting things in their mouth as part of their normal development. Prevention of poisoning includes storing chemicals, medicines and cleaning products in a locked or child resistant cupboard, out of reach and out of sight of children (at least 1.5m high). Put them …
Upcoming Events
Tuesday 16th April: Wear BLUE for Autism Awareness Wednesday 24th April: ANZAC Day Service, beginning @ 10am Thursday 25th April: CLOSED. ANZAC Day Public Holiday Friday 3rd May: Wear RED or come dressed as a Fire Fighter for International Fire Fighters Day
Promoting Resilience
Resilience is a 21t Century concept that every parents needs to understand. Some children are resilient by nature- their temperament helps them to be mentally and psychologically tough. You know those children. They get straight back up after a set back or disappointment. Rejection in the play ground doesn’t faze them. Unfortunately, not every child has such natural resilience. You …
Upcoming Events
Wednesday 20th March: Wear Orange for Harmony Day Thursday 28th March: Easter Bonnet Parade. Begins at 10am Friday 29th March: CLOSED. Good Friday Monday 1st April: CLOSED. Easter Monday
Strong Links between Home and Kindy
There are lots of ways to establish strong links between home life and Kindy. Familiar routines and practices help support consistency giving children a sense of control of their environment. Behaviour, sleep and rest, toilet training and hygiene are all important things to consider when building routines and practices with your child. Having clear boundaries and guidance strategies helps a …
Upcoming Events
Wednesday 14th February: Valentines Day Tuesday 20th February: Teddy Bears Picnic; Bring your Teddy Bear to accompany you at our Centre’s Teddy Bear Picnic. Monday 26th February: Tell a Fairy Tale Day; Dress up as your favourite Fairy Tale Character.
Benefits of Babies Learning to Swim
There are many benefits to introducing your baby to the water, not just the quality time you have with them, but for example, it may help improve cognitive function and self confidence, as well as increase appetite and sound sleep. Positive reasons to teach your baby to swim include: *Spending time to be in the present moment where a parent …
Upcoming Events
Monday 22nd January: Term One Begins Thursday 25th January: Centre Fun Day. Including water play (please pack togs, towel, bag to put wet clothes into and a spare set of clothes for this fun filled day!) Friday 26th January: CLOSED. Australia Day Public Holiday Tuesday 20th February: Teddy Bears Picnic