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Tiny Souls: Strengthening child safety, wellbeing and emotional literacy in 2026 and beyond

As early childhood education and care (ECEC) services prepare for 2026, now is a strategic opportunity to review programs, align with evolving sector expectations, and strengthen continuity between home and centre,particularly in relation to the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), Child Safe Standards and children’s social–emotional development.

2025-11-04 07:30:02

by Fiona Alston

School readiness through purposeful hands-on learning

School readiness is about more than knowing letters or numbers. It’s about fostering capable, confident learners who are physically, socially and emotionally prepared to make the leap into a new environment. This crucial phase of early learning relies on the expertise, guidance and intentional practice of educators and early childhood teachers, whose role in supporting each child’s development is fundamental.

2025-11-04 07:00:17

by Fiona Alston

Hands-on learning: Bringing sensory-rich, evidence-based practice into early childhood

We Support Hands-On Learning is a new initiative designed to ignite stronger connection and engagement through physical, tactile and interactive learning experiences. Rooted in cognitive science and launched to address concerns about increasing screen use and declining attention spans, this initiative reflects what early childhood educators know well: young children learn best when they are doing.

2025-10-28 07:00:31

by Fiona Alston

Why every childcare centre needs a CRM for faster enrolments

In early childhood education and care (ECEC), first impressions count. For families, the enrolment journey is often their first sustained interaction with a service and it sets the tone for trust, communication, and long-term partnership. In an increasingly competitive sector, childcare providers must balance high-quality early learning with operational efficiency. One of the most effective ways to streamline enrolment and stand out from the crowd is by implementing a childcare-specific Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.

2025-10-21 08:30:11

by Fiona Alston

Engaged educators lead to happier families and stronger centres

As workforce shortages and rising expectations continue to challenge early childhood services, one truth has never been more evident: when educators feel supported, connected and valued, families feel it too. 

2025-10-21 07:45:28

by Fiona Alston

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