Risky Play “Are playgrounds becoming so safe, they’re dangerous?” 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 mean... Basic human needs Emotional resilience in children Fun Cup® Play advocacy Play-based learning Risky play adventure 2 Dec 2025 Blog
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, holding her friends at bay as they leaned in for a closer lo... Bush kinder Cup-Filling Nature play Pedagogy STEAM connecting first nations nature pebbles puddles 27 Nov 2025 Blog
Leading With Connection In School Age Care, we often speak about the importance of building secure, respectful and reciprocal relationships with children and young people. These relationships are the foundation of My Time, O... 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
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 educational leadership. But what... 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 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, expecting the usual ‘buzz’ of ... 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
Barefoot isn’t just for Babies In early childhood, barefoot play is often celebrated. But in School Age Care (SAC), shoes are frequently the default - kept on from the classroom to the OSHC space. What if we paused and asked: what ... Barefoot Children's autonomy Children's development Children's wellbeing Nature play OSHC, OOSH & SAC Sensory experiences 9 Sep 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
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 12 Aug 2025 Blog
OOSH Educators Day 2025 To the OSHC, OOSH & SAC educators who hold space in the margins... before school, after school and in-between. This is your day. But truly, every day you deserve recognition. You do more than supervis... Advocacy Educator appreciation OSHC, OOSH & SAC 22 Jul 2025
Teaching, Not Training “Cui bono? Who benefits? is always a useful question to ask about a deeply entrenched and widely accepted practice. In this case, it is not merely the individual rewarder who comes out ahead; it is th... Attention seeking Behaviour charts Behaviour guidance Behaviour management Behaviourism Children's autonomy Children's behaviour Connection Cup® Connection Seeking Freedom Cup® Fun Cup® Intrinsic motivation Mastery Cup® Needs literacy Safety Cup® The Phoenix Cups® Framework Will to Fill™ 14 Jul 2025
NAIDOC Week 2025 2025 NAIDOC Week Theme: The next generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy Held in the first week of July each year, from Sunday to SundayisNational NAIDOC Week.This year marks 50 years of celebrating NAI... Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture Aboriginal perspectives Cultural inclusion Culturally safe programs Educator resources NAIDOC Week Pedagogy Recommended resources 8 Jul 2025 Resources