Moving Beyond 'They've Had a Good Day We've been talking a lot about the need to revisit some old sector conversations lately. It's not surprising given our sector looks different to how it did even six or seven years ago. The 2024 ECEC w... Child-led learning Fine motor skills Meaningful learning experiences Play advocacy ecec play based learning 28 July 2026 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
I need an extension - on extending children's interests “You don’t look like you’re enjoying your job, what are you stressed about?” “I have so much paperwork”, sighs the educator with a furrowed brow as she looks up between piles of folders, and trimmed p... Australian Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) Child engagement Child-led learning Children's wellbeing Critical reflection Group time Meaningful learning experiences National Quality Framework (NQF) National Quality Standard (NQS) Planning & programming 17 May 2018 Blog