Why does empathy matter? Empathy involves the ability to understand someone else’s perspective and understand how they feel about it. Empathy is essential in interpersonal relations, has been linked to moral behaviour and in general, humans are kinder when they can understand one another’s perspectives and emotions. Positive strengths in this skill have also been […]
The importance of self-care and how to make time for it
Parenting is one of life’s greatest joys. But it comes with some sacrifices. Are you the movie lover who can’t remember the last movie you saw in the theatre? The exercise buff who let your gym membership expire because you hadn’t been there in months? Perhaps you’ve become accustomed to being referred to as “Jane’s […]
App Reviews – LEARN, RELAX AND PLAY WITH THESE NEW EDUCATIONAL APPS
HOPSTER FREE WITH IN APP PURCHASES Hopster provides a safe place for young children to access educational and entertaining media. Hopster provides video, music, books, simple games and creative activities specifically chosen for young children. Famous characters, actors, and writers all feature in its superb content. STOP BREATHE & THINK KIDS FREE WITH IN APP […]
Victoria Point Campus Open Day 23 February
Our boutique Victoria Point Campus is like no other. Nestled within the Victoria Point residential community, directly opposite the Victoria Point State School, our beautifully designed, peaceful and home-like centre welcomes you and your family to experience the Day One difference at the most important time of your child’s development. We have four beautiful indoor […]
So you need childcare – now what?
Preparing to enter the workforce, or return to the workforce after maternity leave can be a very busy, stressful time for you and your child/ children. So many considerations; which centre will suit me and my child? What are my expectations of a centre that I am going to leave my child with? How will […]
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Are you as ready for a holiday as we are? 2018 has been such an exhilarating year for everyone here at Day One Early Learning Centres as we continued to improve the quality of our early childhood care and education services in Queensland! Over the month we are also celebrating Day One Kindergarten Graduations. It […]
Transition to school
When children first start school there is a lot for them to get used to. Some children will adapt more easily than others. Helping children to feel confident and positive about school will give them a good start. There are many things you can do to help your child transition to school as smoothly as […]
Powerful phrases to tell your child instead of “good job”
“Good Job…You are SO smart, what a pretty little girl you are!” Sounds good, right? Familiar, perhaps, as you praise your child all through the day? Of course, you are doing this from a loving and well-intentioned place. However, praise of this kind can sometimes displace just what our children need the most. Yes, displace. Stay with me here. I know […]
World Teachers Day – 5 October
World Teachers’ Day is an opportunity to acknowledge our teachers and say thanks for the significant contributions they make in our classrooms and communities. Celebrated in more than 100 countries worldwide, World Teachers’ Day was established by the UNESCO IN 1994. It is a day on which students, parents and community members can demonstrate their […]
The newest parenting skill – self-compassion
The work of parenting involves caring for and meeting the needs of another human being 24 hours a day, seven days a week. And like all demanding professions, burnout is a hazard of the job. That’s why parenting magazines and well-intentioned friends recommend taking care of yourself in order to be a better parent – […]
