Grow With Us

More Than Childcare. Grow With Us. A parenting series to support YOU in the first 5 years of your child's learning & development.
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Health Fact Sheets

As part of our Grow With Us parenting series our @home resources are here to support you with information and advice covering important early childhood and development topics such as stuttering, speech & sound, play and self-regulation. Feel free to save and/or print these fact sheets. If you have any further questions, please reach out to your Campus Director who will put you in touch with an OAC Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologist.

Stuttering Learn more about what stuttering is, who it affects, possible causes and advice.
Interdental Lisp What is an interdental lisp and what can you do to help?
Play How to support your child's play skills and why it's so important.
Farewelling the Dummy Here are some strategies to help you gently remove your child’s dummy.
Self-Regulation Self-regulation is the ability to attain, maintain, or change how alert we feel. Here are some strategies to assist your child.
Speech Sound Development We provide an outline of how speech sounds are acquired by children between 0-5yrs and what you can do if you're concerned.
Language First Then Literacy There are many skills before literacy that need to be developed before your child starts school. Here we explore what they are.

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How Much Physical Activity Does My Child Really Need?
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How Much Physical Activity Does My Child Really Need?

Our Active Program Manager, Chloe Beer, shares tips and ideas to keep the little ones active and away from the screens.
Loose Parts Play
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Loose Parts Play

Empty boxes, rope, string and pieces of wood. Packaging over toys. Your child will almost inevitably play with these items! This is known as Loose Parts Play and, with support, can encourage learning, growth and development in young children.
The Link Between Mood & Food
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The Link Between Mood & Food

Did you know that your child’s diet can have a significant impact on their concentration, energy levels and overall mood? Our in-house Dietitians Anna and Alex explain how you can support your child’s mood through good nutrition.
Emotional Regulation In Children
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Emotional Regulation In Children

Child Psychologist Dr Kim Shortridge, explains the meaning of emotional regulation in young children and why it is important for your child's mental development and wellbeing.
MasterChef Tommy Pham's Smoothie Bowls
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MasterChef Tommy Pham's Smoothie Bowls

Follow MasterChef Tommy Pham as he makes his favourite Smoothie Bowl recipe with our preschoolers at OAC Cammeray!
Enjoy the Benefits of Outdoor Play, Whatever the Weather
Enjoy the Benefits of Outdoor Play, Whatever the Weather Enjoy the Benefits of Outdoor Play, Whatever the Weather
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Enjoy the Benefits of Outdoor Play, Whatever the Weather

Have you heard the old saying ‘there’s no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing?’ Learn about the benefits of outdoor play for your child whatever the weather.
Top Tips to Encourage Independence in Toddlers
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Top Tips to Encourage Independence in Toddlers

Independence is an important way to build self-identity, self-esteem and confidence in children. It also allows children to feel a sense of control in times of stress, change and uncertainty.