Training

Do you want to establish a culture of critical reflection in your service where your team, children and families are all key contributors in a cycle of review?

Discover strategies that support educators to question established practices, engage with theories and action research, and think about why they work in particular ways.

Move beyond recycling and rethink what sustainability really means in early childhood.

This session unpacks the EYLF V2.0 Sustainability Principle, exploring how environmental, social, and economic sustainability come to life in everyday practice, supporting educators to embed meaningful, future-focused learning that empowers children as active contributors to a more sustainable world.

Strong attachments with babies and toddlers can help to support agency and facilitate exploration.  

In this session, you will gain practical skills for establishing secure attachments and confidence in supporting babies' risk-taking and agency.

Explore what it means to place children’s best interests at the centre of practice. Reflect on how critical reflection, team dialogue and philosophy-led approaches can help shape everyday decisions, planning and pedagogy.

Are you new to conducting observations?

This session is designed to build educators’ confidence and understanding through practical guidance on observation methods, while exploring how to recognise and document meaningful moments in children’s play, learning, and development.

Are you building strong, meaningful connections with families and your wider community?

This session delves into Quality Area 6 of the National Quality Standard (NQS), which highlights the critical role of fostering collaborative relationships with families and community members in delivering high-quality early education.

What does school readiness look like and how can we support the child before, during and after they transition to school? 

This two hour session will focus on children’s transitions to school, and how participants can support each child through this journey of change.

Strengthen your understanding of the planning cycle and explore how thoughtful, intentional programming supports children’s learning, development and wellbeing. This practical session unpacks the five stages of the planning cycle in the Early Years Learning Framework V2.0, supporting educators to reflect on pedagogy, intentional teaching, critical reflection and meaningful curriculum decision-making.

This session will help you to develop your understanding of neurodiversity as an important aspect of human diversity, to understand the origins of this social and political movement, and explore the ways that different mindsets influence practice. You will deepen your understanding of foundational inclusive practices in education and care and reflect deeply on the power of language through a strengths-based, neuro-affirming approach.

Through a range of activities such as identifying key times for supervision, risk assessments and supervision plans, this session will enable participants to have a conscious understanding of what active supervision means in their daily practice in order to engage with children while maintaining their safety.

Uncover strategies to prepare your team and give them confidence. During the session we will touch on what the Authorised Officer will do on the day, provide insights into how the NQS is assessed and rated and draw you into a vital selection of supporting information.

CHCPRT025 Identify and Report Children and Young People at Risk is a comprehensive child protection course that provides training about identifying signs of abuse in children and young people, reporting requirements and legal obligations for early childhood professionals.

Study online at your own pace, with professional support available.