Training

Do you feel that you have exceeding practices but are finding it difficult to identify this in your key practices? Are you unsure what the difference is between Meeting and Exceeding? 

This session will enable you to ‘unpack’ each exceeding theme in relation to the what and why, and to understand the process of identifying how your practices go above and beyond. 

This session was previously known as 'Loose Parts Play

Many educators are aware of loose parts and have incorporated them into their programs, but how much do we understand the theory of Loose Parts?

This session introduces the Circle of Security program and invites educators to explore how attachment theory underpins the program while complementing and supporting the National Framework -Belonging Being and Becoming EYLF V2.0.  

• Have you ever been challenged when thinking about how to engage in play with children so as not to encroach or take over their play?

• Are you ready to learn more about what intentionality looks like in play-based learning environments?

In this 2-hour session we will look closely at intentionality and our role as the intentional educator in play. We will explore practical intentional strategies to bring the child’s play to life to enhance and extend learning.

During this webinar, participants will discuss how risk factors impact a child’s development, behaviour and relationships, and how a strengths-based approach to building resilience can have a positive effect. 

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What does it feel like to enter a space that truly supports your nervous system?  

Learn how to create environments that honour the neurodiversity of your service. 

This session will support educators to reflect deeply on key aspects of their learning environments and make a adjustments to support neuroinclusion. 

How effective is your collaboration with management, and are your plans and policies driving long-term success?

Enhance your role as a key member of the management team by mastering strategic planning and policy development.

Note: This series is only recommended for new directors or those looking for a refresh.

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Leaders play a vital role in creating a culture where children are heard, valued, and safe. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to strengthen governance, support staff, and embed practices that prevent harm and build trust. Together, we’ll explore practical tools and scenarios that help you lead with care and confidence.

Drawing from current research in relation to how children’s brains grow and develop, this session will support you to identify a child’s stress related behaviour and develop an understanding of how the brain and body work together to create behavioural responses.

Can't make the dates or need a more in-depth understanding of this topic? Enrol in our self-paced session Understanding Neuroscience to Support Children's Behaviour and complete the course at a time and pace that suits you, PLUS gain a digital badge and certificate on completion. 

This session aims to inspire educators to reflect on their practice and find ways to highlight the understandings that children formulate about the world during play. Participants will explore how to use their observations to plan environments that form deeper connections to children's exploration and discovery.
 

Join us as we critically reflect on how can we meaningfully document children’s learning and development while meeting new digital safety regulations that restrict the use of personal devices and require strict consent for photographing children.
Together, we will explore practical and ethical approaches to documenting children’s learning using non-visual methods—strengthening educators’ understanding of how to balance digital documentation, privacy standards, and pedagogical goals.

• Does using the word 'mathematics' in an ECE setting make you feel uncomfortable? 
• What mathematical concepts are relevant in a play-based setting? 

This session includes an overview of basic early years mathematics and numeracy skills to give educators the confidence to incorporate numeracy concepts and mathematical based experiences in a play-based program.