At OAC Ferny Hills, we recently marked a very special milestone, our 10th birthday. To celebrate, we brought together our families, children and wider community for a day full of fun, connection and shared memories. The campus was filled with excitement as children enjoyed face painting, bubbles and a range of activities designed to bring … Continued
At OAC Mernda, our 3-year-old children have been celebrating Harmony Week through meaningful learning experiences focused on diversity, inclusion and belonging. The children explored a picture book that celebrates diverse childhoods and highlights the important things we all share. Through the story, they began to understand that while people may look different, speak different languages … Continued
OAC Rhodes came alive with colour, culture and celebration as children, families and educators welcomed Lunar New Year together. It was a joyful community event filled with hands-on experiences, traditional performances and meaningful learning. The highlight of the day was a lively lion dance performance. Children watched in awe as the lion moved through the … Continued
At OAC Elsternwick, celebrating community and culture is a wonderful way for children to learn, connect and have fun. Throughout the year, our campus comes alive with festivities that bring children, families and educators together to explore different traditions and share meaningful experiences. We start the year celebrating Lunar New Year, where children and families … Continued
Big news for little adventurers. The brand new Kindergarten outdoor space at OAC Camberwell is officially open, and it is already sparking excitement, imagination and plenty of play. Over the past few months, our Kinder children followed the transformation from start to finish. They watched the works take shape, crossed off the days on their … Continued
Halloween with young children can be messy, loud, slightly sticky and absolutely delightful. Between the last-minute costume scramble and the sugar-fuelled chaos, most parents just want something easy, comfy and cute. These DIY toddler costumes tick all those boxes. They’re simple enough to make with things you probably already have at home, and each one … Continued
At Only About Children, we know that reading is much more than a skill, it’s the foundation for a child’s imagination, confidence and lifelong love of learning. Our Asquith campus was recently recognised in The Daily Telegraph for its strong focus on early reading and the impact this has on children’s development. From the earliest … Continued
This National Child Protection Week, the message is simple and important: every child in every community needs a fair go. This year’s theme, Every conversation matters: Shifting Conversation to Action, reminds us that talking about safety is just the start. The real impact comes when we turn those conversations into action. At Only About Children, … Continued
At OAC Mernda, our Kinder children recently gathered with great excitement to begin a hands-on gardening project. Together, they planted a variety of seeds including fenugreek, mustard, beans, kidney beans and chia. Their curiosity filled the room as questions quickly arose. “Can we eat them?” and “How long will it take to grow?” Each seed … Continued
In this piece, Renee invites us to rethink the tension between managing an ECEC service efficiently and quality early education. Drawing on her experience as both a Campus Director and now a Regional Operations Leader, she explores why nurturing environments and viable operations are not opposites but partners in creating spaces where children, educators and … Continued
