Tis the Season for Flexibility: How Casual Child Care Days Make Life Easier for Families
The end of the year always brings a little extra chaos – Christmas shopping, work wrap-ups, school concerts, and family get-togethers. Add in the usual parenting juggle, and it’s easy to feel stretched thin.
Screens & Little Learners: Simple Ways to Find Balance at Home and Child Care
If you’ve ever turned on a cartoon so you could make dinner, take a phone call, or catch your breath, you’re in good company. For many families, screens are simply part of modern life. What matters most is finding a healthy balance between digital time and real-world play, connection, and rest.
Fresh, Fun & Nutritious: Our New Spring Menu at Aussie Kindies
At Aussie Kindies, we know that mealtimes are about more than just food, they’re about community, learning, and care. That’s why each season, our centre cooks work with Feed Australia, a trusted menu planning platform, to design meals that meet children’s nutritional needs and taste delicious too.
Toilet Training Together: How Aussie Kindies Supports Your Child’s Big Step
Toilet training is one of those milestones that can feel a little daunting at first, for children and for parents too. At Aussie Kindies Early Learning, we believe the journey is easier when families and educators work together, offering patience, encouragement, and plenty of reassurance along the way.
Big Smiles, Little Steps: Helping Your Child with Their First Dentist Visit
Yesterday I took my 3-year-old to the dentist for the first time. We had talked about being brave on the way, and she really tried, but when it came time to open her mouth, nerves got the better of her. Our dentist reassured us this is very common and suggested we come back when she could watch me have my appointment first.
Book Week 2025: A Week of Stories, Smiles, and Imagination
For children, books are more than just words on a page, they’re a doorway to new worlds, big adventures, and characters they’ll remember for years to come.
Book Week 2025 is a chance to open that doorway even wider. It’s a time for celebrating stories, sparking curiosity, and creating moments your child will carry in their heart. And for families with little ones aged 1–5, it’s also an excuse to have a whole lot of fun together!
NAIDOC Week for Little Ones: Small Steps, Big Meaning
NAIDOC Week is a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples—their cultures, their achievements, and their deep connection to Country.
The name NAIDOC comes from the National Aboriginal and Islanders Day Observance Committee, and while the history behind it is powerful, what matters most for families with young children is that it’s a time to reflect, celebrate, and build connection.
Big Learning in Small Spaces: How to Set Up a Play Nook at Home Without the Fuss (or the Cost)
If you’ve ever looked around your home and thought, “We have so many toys, but nothing’s getting played with properly,” you’re not alone.
The good news? You don’t need a toy catalogue or a perfectly curated playroom to create a space that helps your child learn, focus and grow. With just a little thought (and maybe a tidy-up), you can create a play nook that feels inviting, calming and purposeful — without spending a fortune.
At Aussie Kindies, we believe play is where the best learning happens. It’s how children make sense of the world, solve problems, build relationships and express themselves. And the kind of learning we see every day in our centres? You can encourage that same magic at home — with everyday items and a little help from the experts.
Morning Mayhem? Here’s How to Get Out the Door (Mostly) On Time with a Toddler in Tow
Your toddler’s half-dressed, your coffee’s gone cold, and someone’s crying because the blue bowl is in the dishwasher. You’ve got one shoe on, a nappy bag that may or may not have wipes in it, and a mental checklist running at full speed.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
At Aussie Kindies, we know mornings with toddlers can feel like a whirlwind of toast crusts, missing socks, and last-minute chaos. But we also know there are little things that can make a big difference—and help you head into the day with a bit more calm (and caffeine).
When Your Child Feels Nervous in New Situations: How to Support Them with Care and Confidence
“You held my hand a little tighter as we walked into the centre. I gave you an encouraging smile, but you stayed close. Meanwhile, your sibling had already rushed off to say hello to their friends. And I wondered—why is this so hard for you?”
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
At Aussie Kindies, we know that every child is different. Some love meeting new people and exploring new places, while others take their time. If your child tends to cling to you, hesitate before joining in, or feel overwhelmed in unfamiliar settings, that’s completely normal—and nothing to worry about.
Whether your little one is a toddler just starting to make sense of the world or a preschooler getting ready for big school, these moments of nervousness are part of growing up. With the right support, understanding, and environment, they’ll find their feet—and their confidence.