At OAC St Leonards, a fantastic new sustainability project is underway, thanks to one of the educators, Anne. She noticed that old, dried-out stationery—like textas and lids—was piling up around the campus. The children loved collecting them, but they didn’t have much use once they’d run out. Looking for a way to repurpose these … Continued
Tanabata Star Festival at OAC Enmore Recently, OAC Enmore was buzzing with excitement as we celebrated the Japanese Tanabata Star Festival, all thanks to our wonderful educator, Mayu. She transformed our foyer and rooms with beautiful decorations, bringing a little piece of Japan right to our campus. Mayu, who works part-time as a Cert 3 … Continued
As caring parents, your priority is ensuring the well-being and joy of your little ones. A significant part of achieving this is recognising the importance of keeping them active and engaged in play for their overall growth. OAC’s Active Program Manager, Chloe Beer shares her practical tips to seamlessly integrate movement into your child’s … Continued
Transitions, such as the return to care or school after the holidays, often highlight the stress children face amidst their daily routines—an issue Birdie’s Tree, a curated collection of storybooks, videos, and resources from the Queensland Centre for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health (QCPIMH), aims to tackle. “Relaxing with Birdie,” authored by Susie Hamill, … Continued
As part of a global project initiated by the University of Wollongong, the Voices of Children project encourages young artists from Only About Children Campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane to submit their artwork. This artwork will be prominently featured in both a virtual gallery exhibition and a physical gallery at the Foundation of … Continued
At Only About Children, we believe that proper nutrition plays a pivotal role in a child’s physical and mental development. National Nutrition Week, from October 15th to October 21st, 2023, provides an excellent opportunity to celebrate and educate your children about the importance of vegetables in a fun and engaging way. A key highlight … Continued
Jackie, a seasoned banking professional with over 20 years of experience, has embarked on an inspiring career change journey from finance to early childhood education. Her courageous decision to transition from the corporate world to nurturing young minds showcases her dedication to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and working parents. … Continued
Australia is home to numerous incredible teachers who ignite a passion for learning in children. Recently, Renee, the Campus Director of Wahroonga Eastern Road, was recognised by News Corp Australia as one of the country’s most inspiring educators. The article acknowledges that despite the presence of excellent teachers in Australia, the importance of teaching within … Continued
Written for Only About Children by Dr Preeya Alexander, GP, Parenting Expert and author of Eat Sleep Play Love Sun safety starts from birth. A baby’s skin is thin, extremely sensitive and can burn easily. The more sun exposure during childhood, the greater the risk of skin cancer later in life. My husband removes … Continued
STEM, short for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, is all about sparking children’s curiosity about the natural world and how things work. By engaging in STEM activities, children can learn about different concepts and the environment around them, while fostering curiosity, innovation, and problem-solving abilities. Only About Children’s curriculum is built around both Left … Continued
