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The secret to creating innovative outdoor spaces that stimulate lifelong learning
It’s often said that variety is the spice of life, and never is this truer than when providing children with opportunities to engage in rewarding, interactive outdoor...
Andrew Urquhart 
NSW launches free childcare and 'first ever' state-wide ECEC review
The first ever independent review of the Early Childhood Education Centre (ECEC) sector comes just as the new multi billion dollar preschool reform initiatives are...
Lincoln Bridge 
Cyber Safety skills for preschool age children: report says to start early
The statistics are shocking: in Australia, over 80% of children aged two to five years use the internet. That’s four in five preschool aged children turning to risky...
Andrew Urquhart 
High demand for childcare leaves working parents struggling to find care
The anticipated post pandemic growth of the early learning industry is now being realised in stark reality. We’re seeing increasing numbers of primary carers returning...
Lincoln Bridge 
Drastic change makes it easier for First Nation families to access childcare
The early childcare education industry has welcomed the announcement of significant funding and partnerships aimed at improved school readiness amongst First Nations...
Andrew Urquhart 
More than just child-minding: The psychological benefits of daycare
In Australia, recent studies have shown that as many as 20% of children are starting school while developmentally limited in one or more of the five key Australian Early...
Lincoln Bridge 
Radical childcare reform: free kinder, starting school aged 6+ for two states
Childcare centres across New South Wales and Victoria look set to play a pivotal role in a proposed early learning transformation aimed at "closing the gap" in school...
Andrew Urquhart 
Childcare centres use secret weapon to help challenging behaviours
Difficult behaviour is a conversation all educators are having right now. It turns out ‘downward dog’ is one tool we can use to help our youngest people with behavioural...
Lincoln Bridge 
How the pandemic harmed our 0-5 year old’s (and how ECEC can help)
The data is in, and the effects of lockdowns and isolation on children are concerning. Early childhood care is more important than ever for our young Australians. We’ve...
Andrew Urquhart 
The reflective educator toolbox: 7 steps to better teaching
Shining a thoughtful spotlight on ourselves and our work can mean all the difference for the children and families in our care. Here’s how to become a self reflective...
Lincoln Bridge 
Demand surges for all childcare assets: have you considered selling for top profit?
Despite two years of curve balls, the childcare market has held up exceptionally well against other sectors. Is it time to appraise your business, and consider selling...
Andrew Urquhart 
What you need to know now about buying a childcare centre
High yields, long term tenants and bolstered by a super strong industry, childcare centres are becoming one of the most sought after assets by smart investors If you’re...
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