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. …
Upcoming Events
6th April 2023: Easter Bonnet Parade starting at 10am. Concluding 11am 7th April 2023: CLOSED; Good Friday Public Holiday 10th April 2023: CLOSED; Easter Monday Public Holiday 24th April 2023: Allys Kindy ANZAC Day Ceremony 25th April 2023: CLOSED; ANZAC Day Public Holiday
Developing children’s Positive Behaviour in Childcare
Each Child has different temperaments and are unique. Some adapt easily to change whereas others have difficulty. Lots of different factors contribute to children’s behaviour. For example; routines, physical environment and interactions between adults and children. How children sleep and rest, nutrition and medical conditions all affect a child’s behaviour at the service. Other life changes such as moving a …
Upcoming Events
Tuesday 21st March: Harmony Day; Come dressed in orange in support of Harmony Day! Thursday 6th April: Easter Bonnet Parade. Starting 10am. All families welcome Friday 7th April: CLOSED. Good Friday Monday 10th April: CLOSED. Easter Monday.
Upcoming Events
Monday 13th February: Anniversary of Apology Tuesday 14th February: Valentines Day Friday 24th February: Tell a Fairytale Day. Come dressed up as your favourite fairy tale character! Tuesday 15th March: Beginning of Harmony Week
Benefits of Babies Learning to Swim
There are many benefits to introducing your baby to 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. Try not to leave it too late before introducing your baby to the water as they may become less confident later …
Upcoming Events
Friday 23rd December: Centre Fun Day; Christmas Party Monday 26th December: CLOSED: Christmas Day Public Holiday Tuesday 27th December: CLOSED: Boxing Day Public Holiday Monday 2nd January: CLOSED. New Years Day Public Holiday
Children and Pet Safety
Its no denying owning a pet is beneficial for children, gaining life lessons and enjoying close relationship or bond with their pet.However, there are responsibilities and risks involved when children and animals are together.Teaching your child skills to behave safely around animals and to prevent and recognise any problems that may arise is very important. These include treating animals gently …