Amplify! Blog

While the world faces a global challenge like nothing we’ve seen in our lifetime, we are incredibly heartened to see what Australian educators are doing to boost the spirits of children and their families across the nation. 

During this challenging and uncertain time, we are advocating for our members around a wide variety of funding and viability measures

This week we share how two NSW preschools and their families have responded to the COVID-19 crisis with innovation, compassion and a boosted sense of community.

With reduced participation across all service types, it is likely that many educators may not be required to work at the service or may do so on a rotational basis. 

This week Amplify! looks at how the early education sector is being affected by COVID-19 containment measures, shares interviews with directors of two services facing viability challenges, and asks the government for viability funding.

In this week’s Amplify! We find out what it’s like teaching remotely in China and Italy, which platforms they are using, and give some helpful tips for remote teaching.

We asked CELA member and centre director, Jeni Hind, how social distancing is being implemented at her service, and how it has impacted on the staff and children.

In this week’s Amplify! We find out how some services are managing with low stock availability and rationing, and provide tips on how to provide nutritious meals when regular staples are not available.

It is important that all services are aware of current advice and updates regarding the COVID-19 virus. 

By Michele Carnegie, CELA CEO Did you know that the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) is gathering information about the impact of the Australian Government’s Child Care Package?