160 years of collaborative experience Please Note: This was origionally written byJacqui Bursztynowicz in 2022. Thankyouto the incredible team at Water St Childcare and Kindergarten in Cairns for this beautiful reflection in 2022 of the i... Behaviour management Connection Seeking Innovative Solutions The Phoenix Cups® Framework cup filling plan loose parts outdoor play 5 Mar 2026 Blog
Designing with the elements Anationalreflection for Australian educators,with gratitude to our Territory colleagues for showing uswhat’spossible. Written by Annette Johnson “Rather than seeing summer as something to endure or av... Pedagogy educators outside play playing on country seasonal knowledge sun safety 27 Feb 2026 Blog
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 time. When we sit wit... Children's wellbeing Connection Plan Emotional regulation in children OSHC, OOSH & SAC The Phoenix Cups® Framework proprioception self-regulation 28 Jan 2026 Blog
The Weight of Waiting It’sjust after 3:00pm. The hallway outside the School Age Care (OSHC/OOSH) room is alive with the thud of school shoes and the rustleofbags.Their muffled chatter can be heard rippling through the wall... Australian Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) Educational Leader Needs literacy OSHC, OOSH & SAC family daycare 28 Jan 2026 Blog
The naughty trip to Queensland It was December in the Victorian highlands – cold, wet, windy-foggy…the long Victorian winter was determined to hang around. As I sat behind the wheel of the service bus bound for bush kinder, I comme... Connection Cup® Cup-Filling Flow in early years Mastery Cup® imagination 9 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
Finding Your Groove Phoenix Support For Educatorsare delighted to announce a partnership with Boogie Mites! We know that music is a powerful tool for young children’s learning and development, not only entertaining them,... Emotional regulation in children The Phoenix Cups® Framework cup filling early childhood early years music and wellbeing needs based wellbeing self-regulation universal language 7 Nov 2025 Blog
Taking the Fun Cup Seriously A Day of Fun Cup filling (and why we need to plan for it!) Here’s the thing about children and young people: they are born scientists, comedians, and explorers wrapped into one delightful little packa... Basic human needs Children's wellbeing Cup-Filling Emotional regulation in children Fun Cup® The Phoenix Cups® Framework early years fun joy laughter 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 14 Oct 2025 Blog
The Felt Sense of Exceeding What makes a service Exceeding? It’s a question I’ve been asked more times than I can count. And while there are many correct answers, the truth is… it depends. It depends on the children and families... Assessment and rating Critical reflection Exceeding NQS Flow in early years Loose parts National Quality Standard (NQS) Pedagogy 9 Sep 2025 Blog
Flow Pedagogy Download this Article Please subscribe below to download a printable copy of this article: Full Name * Email * Mobile * Campaign Blog Articles Referring Article * Flow Pedagogy Submit Thank You For su... Connection Cup® Flow in early years Freedom Cup® Fun Cup® Imaginative play Mastery Cup® Neuroscience Pedagogy Positive psychology Safety Cup® The Phoenix Cups® Framework 8 Apr 2025 Blog
Are We Supervising Children? Or Are We Looking at Them? Disclaimer: This is Part 2 of this series! If you'd like to read part one, click here . Supervision in early years education extends far beyond simple head counts or rigid supervision plans. It is a d... Active Supervision Active supervision Child protection Child safety Child supervision guidelines Compliance Flow in early years National Quality Framework (NQF) National Quality Standard (NQS) Risk assessment Trauma informed practice 27 Jan 2025 Blog