Emergency Preparedness in Child Care: What Happens During a Fire Drill?
At Papilio Early Learning, we prioritise child care emergency preparedness to ensure that every child feels safe and secure, even in unexpected situations. Emergencies like fires or severe weather, while rare, can happen at any time, and being prepared is essential. That’s why we conduct monthly fire drills and emergency safety routines to teach children what to do during an emergency and to ensure our staff are trained to handle such situations calmly and effectively.
Why It’s Okay to Choose Child Care: Supporting Your Baby’s Growth While You Return to Work
Returning to work after parental leave can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re leaving your baby in someone else’s care. It’s completely normal to feel torn between wanting to be at home with your little one and resuming your career. At Papilio Early Learning, we understand how emotional this decision can be. But choosing child care is not only okay – it’s a positive step for both you and your baby.
Why Your Child’s First Teacher Might Be More Important Than Their Last
When we think of education, our minds often drift to the critical final years of high school, where students prepare for university entrance exams and their future careers. However, there is a growing body of evidence that suggests your child’s first teacher – their early childhood educator – might have an even more profound impact on their long-term academic and social success.
Essential Tips for New Parents: Understanding the Child Care Subsidy
Navigating the world of child care can be overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to ensure your child receives the best early education possible. One key aspect that can make a significant difference in managing child care costs is the Australian Government’s Child Care Subsidy (CCS). Understanding how to apply for CCS, avoiding common pitfalls, and keeping your details up to date are crucial steps in making the most of this financial support. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you through the process.
Holistic Development: The Role of Integrated Centres in Nurturing the Whole Child
In today’s ever-evolving educational landscape, parents seek early childhood education environments that not only prepare their children academically but also nurture their overall well-being. Integrated child care and preschool centres, such as Papilio Early Learning, play a pivotal role in achieving this by focusing on the holistic development of children. These centres combine education and care, providing a seamless experience that addresses all aspects of a child’s growth.
Easing the Transition: Helping Your Child Adapt to Early Childhood Education & Care
Starting early childhood education and care is a significant milestone for both children and parents. It marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with learning, growth, and social interaction. However, this transition can also be accompanied by anxiety and uncertainty. Here are some strategies to help make this process as smooth and positive as possible for your child.
Get to know your National Quality Standards – Series 5
Welcome to the fifth instalment of our National Quality Standards seven-part series, where we provide an in-depth look into the seven quality areas benchmarked against the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) standards.
How We Transition Your Child To A New Room
For families already a part of Affinity centres, you may be familiar with our transition process when your child moves to a new classroom after achieving their developmental milestones. As these transitions can be challenging for some children, Affinity has developed a process that ensures your child transitions smoothly into their next classroom.
Early Education: Navigating the First Weeks
Many parents are curious about their baby’s experience after commencing care in an Early Childhood setting. In the early weeks, it is best to take things slow and allow time for your baby to process all the learning in our Healthy Beginning Curriculum.
Get to know your National Quality Standards – Series 4
Qualified and experienced educators, who develop warm, respectful relationships with children, create predictable environments and encourage children’s active engagement in the learning program.