Christmas and Financial Stress

Money worries is a major source of stress in Australia, and can lead to relationship problems, depression or anxiety. Some signs that financial stress is affecting your health and relationships include: arguing with the people closest to you about money, difficulty sleeping, feeling angry, fearful or experiencing mood swings, tiredness, aches and pains, withdrawing from others, feeling guilty when you …

Upcoming Events

Friday 10th November: Remembrance Day Service (in lieu of 11/11/23) Wednesday 15th November: Steve Irwin Day. Come dressed like Steve Irwin! Friday 24th November: Kindergarten Graduation Saturday 2nd December: Children’s Christmas Party

Babies & Toddlers Nutrition

For babies and toddlers to have healthy development it is important that they receive a nutrient rich diet. Nutrients are vital in the growth of your child. Up until 6 months of age, breastmilk or formula has all the nutrients babies need to develop. From 6 months babies and toddlers require different nutrients such as fibre, vitamins and minerals that …

Toilet Training Signs

You might see signs that your child is ready for toilet training from about 2 years on. Some children show signs of being ready as early as 18 months, and some might be older than 2 years. It might be time for toilet training if your child: *Is walking and can sit for short periods of time *is generally more …

Upcoming Events

Tuesday 5th September: Early Childhood Educators Day Wednesday 6th & Thursday 7th September: Photo Day Monday 11th September: Cadbury Fundraiser Begins Monday 18th September: Henny Penny Hatching Program Begins Monday 2nd October: CLOSED. Kings Birthday Public Holiday

Online Safety Under 5’s

Young children are online before we know it. Being online has many benefits for young children including opportunities to improve their language skills, solve problems and think critically. But there may be risks if young children use connected devices without supervision or for extended periods of time. Key Advice: Stay safe: Set up devices safety and ensure they are used …

Upcoming Events

Friday 18th August: EVENT: Jeans for Genes Day. Come dressed in denim in support of Jeans for Genes. Week of 21st August: Book Week. Come dressed as your favourite story. Open all week to all rooms. Friday 1st September: Father’s Day Morning Tea. Beginning at 10am. Concludes 11am. Tuesday 5th September: Early Childhood Educators’ Day. A day to celebrate our …

Building 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 …

Promoting Resilience

Resilience is a 21st Century parenting concept that every parent 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 a disappointment. Rejection in the playground doesn’t faze them. Unfortunately, not every child has such natural resilience. …