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Preparing children for school: How Weplay supports readiness through hands-on skill development
In early childhood education and care (ECEC), supporting a successful transition to school is a key priority. High-quality school readiness programs aim to prepare children holistically, physically, socially and emotionally, and in terms of independence and early learning behaviours. School readiness encompasses a broad combination of capabilities: physical development, social and emotional wellbeing, curiosity and learning dispositions, early literacy and numeracy, self-regulation, and the ability to adapt to a structured environment.
2025-12-09 11:05:21
by Fiona Alston
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Reflecting on 2025: Growth, innovation and community for Xplor Education childcare software
As we wrap up 2025, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a year filled with progress, collaboration and meaningful impact across the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector. From product enhancements to community events, it’s been a year shaped by the voices of educators, families and service leaders, and we’re so grateful to be on this journey with you as one of Australia’s top childcare software providers.
2025-12-09 07:30:45
by Fiona Alston
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The $150,000 risk to running your childcare centre: Why "spreadsheet compliance" won't survive the new NSW blitz
With regulation tightening and transparency demands increasing, QuickCare offers early childhood providers a single source of truth for staffing compliance from educator credentials to real-time audit reporting.
2025-12-02 07:00:30
by Fiona Alston
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Elevating practice, pathways and professionalism: South Australia Centre of Excellence in Early Childhood Education and Care
Australia’s ECEC sector is undergoing transformative change - driven by ambitious targets for universal access to early learning, innovation in vocational education and training, and a renewed commitment to child safety.
2025-11-18 10:41:45
by Fiona Alston
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More than just a story: How picture books support language-rich environments in the early years
Strong oral language is one of the most important foundations we can give children in the early years. It shapes how they communicate, connect, and learn. While there are many ways to support language development, one of the simplest, and most powerful, tools remains the picture book.
2025-11-11 07:00:05
by Fiona Alston
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Fair Work Commission confirms forced resignation grounds in case involving early learning provider
2025-12-08 07:30:23
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How one teacher is using Little J & Big Cuz to build empathy, understanding and confidence in First Nations learning
2025-12-08 07:15:19
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Funding agreement reached on preschools
2025-12-09 08:46:06
by Fiona Alston
