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The Importance of Early Social Skills Before School
When parents think about preparing their child for school, the focus often lands on letters, numbers, writing their name, or recognising sounds. Those skills absolutely
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School Readiness Myths: What Children Really Need Before Starting School
School readiness is a topic that often creates pressure for families. Parents want to feel confident that their child will step into the school environment
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Choosing Childcare Close to Home: What Matters Most to Local Families
Choosing a childcare centre is one of the most meaningful decisions families make in the early years. Parents want a place where their child feels
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5 School Readiness Skills Your Child Needs Before Kindy (That Schools Don’t Tell You About)
When your child walks into their first early-learning classroom, you hope they have everything they need to succeed. But the truth is that knowing letters
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Why Gentle Parenting Isn’t Just a Trend, It’s Essential for Development
At Kids College, we often talk with parents about the importance of connection in early learning. Every cry, giggle and cuddle is shaping a child’s
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The Simple Shift That Transforms Picky Eaters Into Adventurous Food Explorers
Picky eating is one of the most common concerns parents share with us at Kids College. Mealtimes that start with good intentions can quickly become
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The Hidden Benefits of Mixed-Age Learning in Early Childhood Settings: Why Your Child Thrives in Diverse Learning Communities
In early childhood education, we often talk about the importance of children learning from one another. When children of different ages interact even, briefly during
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From Separation Anxiety to Confidence: Easing Transitions with Loving Care
For many working parents, the most difficult part of childcare is the drop-off. Your child clinging tightly to you or crying as you say goodbye
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Caring Connections: How Educators Support Your Child’s Emotional Wellbeing
Drop-offs can be big for little people, but when a child runs to their educator with open arms, it’s a clear sign they feel safe
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Building Resilience Through Play: Helping Children Manage Emotions at Childcare
How your child manages testing moments can surprise you. A toppled tower of blocks, a tricky puzzle piece that won’t fit, or a tumble on
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Nurturing Emotional Intelligence in Childcare: How Early Learning Builds Social Skills
Working parents often feel a swell of pride when they see their child share a toy, comfort a sad friend, or proudly use their manners.
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The Adventurers Room at Kids College
Where School Readiness Starts and Learning Becomes an Adventure By age three, your child is stepping into a new world of discovery. At Kids College,
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The Explorers Room
Where Toddlers Grow in Confidence, Curiosity and Independence The toddler years are a wild mix of wonder, discovery and big emotions. At Kids College, our
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The Imagineers Room
Where Big School Becomes the Next Natural Step By age four, children are asking bigger questions, imagining bigger stories, and developing a stronger sense of
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The Early Years: A Time of Wonder and Growth
The first years of a child’s life are truly remarkable. At Kids College, our Discoverers Room gives us the special privilege of being part of
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Healthy Lunch Ideas Kids Actually Eat
Picture this: your child bounces through the door after kindy, chattering excitedly about their day. When you peek into their lunchbox, instead of finding barely
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Celebrating ANZAC Day at Kids College: Learning Through Remembrance
The gentle sound of “The Last Post” drifts across our playground as three-year-old Emma stands perfectly still, her small hand placed solemnly over her heart.
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Why Outdoor Play Matters: Inside Our Nature-Based Learning Program
Watch a three-year-old carefully examine a beetle, their face scrunched in concentration as they observe its movements. See a group of children collaboratively building a
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Top 5 Playgrounds in Perth’s Northern Suburbs Your Kids Will Love
At Kids College, we know that some of life’s best learning happens when children are free to explore, climb, and discover. As early childhood educators
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Kids College Childcare celebrating Kambarang in October and November with First Nations Bedtime Stories
In October and November we celebrate the Noongar season of Kambarang. We also were proud to be part of the First Nations Bedtime Stories Challenge. It
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Silkworms at Kids College Childcare
Silkworms at Kids College Childcare At Kids College we are very happy to have some silkworms. Silkworms are amazing little creatures with a fascinating lice
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Educational value of animal visits at Kids College
At Kids College we have pets and we also have animals that visit us regularly each bringing a valuable learning experience for the children. We
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Why Dr Seuss is our favourite author at Kids College
Why Dr Seuss is our favourite author at Kids College At Kids College we got to thinking about our favourite authors and how powerful books
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Early Childcare Educators Appreciation day at Kids College Childcare
Early Childcare Educators Appreciation day at Kids College Childcare At Kids College we have a lovely tradition of doing fluffy bunnies. Fluffy bunnies is where each
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Kids College supports NAPCAN child protection week in our village that it takes to raise a child
Kids College supports NAPCAN child protection week in our village that it takes to raise a child At Kids College we view ourselves as not
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The magic and importance of reading books with young children
The magic and importance of reading books with young children enjoying book week Reading is a portal to fantasy and imagination that makes your heart
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KIDS COLLEGE CHILDCARE CELEBRATING DJILBA IN AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER
In August and September, we celebrate the Noongar season of Djilba and recognize the National Indigenous Literacy Day by celebrating the varied forms of storytelling
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Kids College is teaching children to take care of our oceans
Kids College is teaching children to take care of our oceans Kids College is teaching the importance of keeping our oceans clean. We have a
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EBRU ART THERAPY AT KIDS COLLEGE
EBRU Art Therapy at Kids College Kids College welcomed international artists Edip and Irena to do an “Introduction to the Mystery of Ebru – marbling
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