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Are the kids alright? Social isolation can take a toll, but play can help
Many parents are worried the disruptions of COVID lockdowns and school closures may affect their children’s mental health and development.
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by Freya Lucas
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International
Make room for play as we stumble through this pandemic holiday and new year
We hear constantly how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the economy, personal finance, education, health and the work day. But what about play — how has the pandemic affected play?
6 days
by Freya Lucas
COVID-19
Updated advice for ECEC services as Victoria embraces COVIDSafe Summer
The Victorian Department of Education has released an update providing clarification on face masks in education settings, the closure of the Victorian/New South Wales border, risk minimisation strategies and closure preparations as COVID-19 community presence continues in both Victoria and NSW.
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by Freya Lucas
COVID-19
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Evidence review of COVID-19 shows young children more likely to be asymptomatic
Babies and asymptomatic cases account for up to half of COVID-19 infections in the under-five age group, which has implications for vaccination programs, a new study from the University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney, has revealed.
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by Freya Lucas
COVID-19
Do educators in New South Wales ECEC services have to wear face masks?
The New South Wales branch of the Australian Childcare Alliance (ACA NSW) has released information, aiming to add clarity to a question from many within the NSW early childhood education and care (ECEC) community - do children over 12 years of age, and adults working in ECEC services have to wear facemasks?
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by Freya Lucas
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The 10 commandments of a reflective educator
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by Freya Lucas
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South Australian Regulatory Authority issues advice on OSHC for preschool children
6 days ago
by Freya Lucas
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New beginnings - the value of considerate orientations into ECEC
4 days ago
by Freya Lucas