Assessment and rating in early childhood education, conducted under the National Quality Framework (NQF), helps families understand the quality of a service by providing an easy-to-understand rating. These ratings, published on the ACECQA website and Starting Blocks, indicate how well…
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Playing, riding and walking safely Children are small, fast and unpredictable. They’re more likely to be injured close to home, often in their own street or driveway. Even at home, a responsible adult needs to…
Preschooler development at 4-5 years: what’s happening Feelings and behaviour At this age, preschoolers are exploring and learning to express emotions. They do this in many ways – for example, by talking, using gestures, making noises…
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Emotions This is an important time in your child’s emotional development. During this year your child really starts to understand that their body, mind and emotions are their own. Your child knows the difference between feeling happy,…
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How can you encourage your child’s learning? Give them more experiences by going to different places e.g. park, beach, public swimming pool, shops Sing songs, listen to music and dance together Describe things they can…
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Your child is now a toddler, they like to do things in their own way, in their own time so it’s important they have a safe environment to learn, play and explore in. Their concentration…
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