Why Some Children Need to Push, Pull and Crash Heavy Work, Full Cups At Phoenix Support, we often say thatbehaviouris the bestattempta person can makeinthe moment to get their needs met, given the skills, experiences, andcapacitiesthey have at the... Children's wellbeing Connection Plan Emotional regulation in children OSHC, OOSH & SAC The Phoenix Cups® Framework proprioception self-regulation 27 Jan 2026 Blog
What Children Notice While They Wait Thoughtfully written by: Annette Johnson Creatively and collaboratively edited by: Tara Hill The Weight of Waiting It’sjust after 3:00pm. The hallway outside the School Age Care (OSHC/OOSH) room is al... Australian Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) Educational Leader Needs literacy OSHC, OOSH & SAC family daycare 27 Jan 2026 Blog
Risky Play Part 2: From Planning to Practice Risky Play: Part Two Note: This is part 2 of a2-part series. Want to know more about the basics of adult supported adventurous play(AKA risky play), read part 1. In this blog, we get intothe nuts and ... Basic human needs Play-based learning Risk assessment Risky play The Phoenix Cups® Framework adventure emotional development movement 11 Jan 2026 Blog
Risky Play Part One: Why Challenge Matters More Than Safety Risky Play Part One It goes without saying keeping children safe is a core priority of our work. Many of us care so deeply about children’s safety that, without meaning to, we sometimes soften the wor... Basic human needs Emotional resilience in children Fun Cup® Play advocacy Play-based learning Risky play adventure 2 Dec 2025 Blog
Pebbles, Puddles and Possibilities: A Practical Guide to Nature Play in ECEC Pebbles, Puddles, and the possibilities of nature Play A commotion erupted along the bush kinder path. “Move back! It’s a leech!” Evie announced, arms stretched wide like a pint-sized superhero, holdi... Bush kinder Cup-Filling Nature play Pedagogy STEAM connecting first nations nature pebbles puddles 27 Nov 2025 Blog
How to Lead With Connection in School Age Care Download Tool here Get the Connection Plan for leadership Leading with Connection In School Age Care, we often speak about the importance of building secure, respectful and reciprocal relationships wi... Child safety Connection Cup® OSHC, OOSH & SAC The Phoenix Cups® Framework connection leadership physhological safety trust 26 Nov 2025 Blog
The great ‘6,7’ panic: If you’ve heard a classroom or playground suddenly erupt with an exaggerated, drawn-out “Siiixxx, Seevvvennn!”, you’ve probably wondered what on earth is going on. You might have even asked a child wh... Fun Cup® early years education six seven 11 Nov 2025 Blog
Beyond Two Hats: How SAC Leaders Can Integrate Wellbeing Into Every Decision One role, many layers A blog for School Aged Care leaders In the fast-paced world of School Aged Care, leaders are often said to "wear two hats": one for operational management, and one for educationa... Behaviour guidance Children's autonomy Children's wellbeing Critical reflection Educational Leader OSHC, OOSH & SAC cup filling cup filling plan leadership leading pedagogical school age care 5 Nov 2025 Blog
Children’s Rights in Action: From Reflection to Everyday Practice Childrens Rights in Action Sometimes, it’s the smallest moments that spark the biggest shifts. One morning (many years ago), it began with something simple, calling the children in for group time, exp... Children's autonomy Play-based learning Strength-based practice The Phoenix Cups® Framework UNCRC children's rights children's voice early years supporting children 13 Oct 2025 Blog
From the ground up In early childhood, barefoot play is often celebrated. In School Age Care (SAC). however, shoes are frequently the default. Kept on from the classroom to the OSHC/OOSH space without question. But what... Barefoot Children's autonomy Children's development Children's wellbeing Nature play OSHC, OOSH & SAC Sensory experiences 9 Sept 2025 Blog
The Creativity & Joy Conference Toni Christie is truly an Early Childhood Education Icon- setting up the Childspace institute in 1993 and building an organisation rich with purpose and passion. She has been at the forefront of advoc... Conferences Professional development 28 Aug 2025 Blog
Goodbye glossy, hello green! Thinking back on my teaching career, I remember receiving a thoughtfully designed seed pack display in biodegradable planters… accompanied by a beautifully (laminated) sign stating the word ‘sustainab... Advocacy Craft activities in early years Intentional teaching Loose parts Meaningful learning experiences Sustainability 11 Aug 2025 Blog