The Importance of Friendships and Relationships in Childcare
Research tells us that children who struggle to be socially competent by the time they reach formal school face some real challenges socially and academically, and one reason we work so hard to help young children form positive relationships and early friendships.
10 Things to do when it’s wet with your little ones!
Entertaining children when it’s wet outside, can be difficult for an excitable and energetic child, and our Early Childcare Centres know all too well what it means when the grey clouds roll in.
Sensory Play: Nurturing your child’s early development
As a child our senses are a vital foundation of how we experience the world around us, and sensory-based play is an essential part of babies, toddlers and preschoolers’ learning development.
Easing Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety is common in young children, it occurs when children are feeling nervous about being away from their parents or carers. Read this article as we unpack what separation anxiety may look like for them, and how you can help them develop self-regulation.
Tummy Time
Tummy Time is the activity of placing your baby on their tummy for short periods which over time aids in the physical development of your baby. This activity is suggested to be done from infancy, starting with very short periods, 1-2 minutes and then slowly increasing that time as your baby starts to feel more comfortable and stronger in the position.
Why Kindergarten is one of the most essential years
As children grow and develop, they become more curious of the world around them – and are driven to learn and explore. This is an important time to support their curiosity by exposing them to as many learning opportunities as possible.
Benefits of Drawing for Children
Drawing on a blank piece of paper is a powerful way for children’s imagination and creativity to go as far as they can.
Education Advisor at Affinity Education Group, Jola Sung, shared some insight into the benefits of drawing.
The Importance Of Outdoor Play: Learning In Action
From nursery to five years old the importance of exploration in a child’s development is paramount to their emotional, physical, social, language and cognitive growth.