NAIDOC Week takes place this year from the 7th to the 14th of July. The week is an acknowledgement of the histories, cultures and languages of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the First Australians. While we acknowledge the First Peoples of Australia during NAIDOC Week, we also do this throughout the year. Why NAIDOC Week? In Australia, […]
First Day of childcare – what to bring?
Are you worried about forgetting something essential or over-packing for your child’s first day of care? Our checklist will ensure that your little one has everything they need to feel comfortable and secure. Babies Large bag or backpack to store belongings Nappy rash cream Dummies (3 per day if needed) Bottles and teats Breast milk […]
Empathy and why we need to teach it to our children
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
Remind yourself of the person you were 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 […]
App Reviews – LEARN, RELAX AND PLAY WITH THESE NEW EDUCATIONAL APPS
Children’s Educational Apps – Our Reviews 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 & […]
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?
Placing Your Child in Childcare – Preparations and Considerations 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 […]
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
Giving Your Kids a Good Start at 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 […]
Powerful phrases to tell your child instead of “good job”
Encourage Your Child More Than Just Praises “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 […]
