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Instilling a love for learning has never been more critical. Whilst traditional educational methods are important, integrating engaging and fun experiences can significantly enhance a child’s enthusiasm for learning. One avenue of doing this is to incorporate sports into education. Below, we will explore how NRL inspired educational activities can foster lifelong learning making it …

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In sports, we often hear stories of determination and perseverance as athletes face setbacks, obstacles and challenges. These stories of resilience not only inspire adults but serve as valuable lessons for children. Resilience and grit are part of the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs team ethos where lessons from players can teach children about perseverance in their own …

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Finding ways to stay active as a family can be a challenge. However, maintaining physical fitness is important for both adults and children alike. Exposing children to physical activity and fitness in their early years can yield a multitude of benefits. When it comes to family inspired workouts, the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs have provided a list …

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Parenting like coaching is a rewarding yet often challenging journey that requires dedication, patience and resilience. Where sports may seem like an entirely different realm to parenting, there are unparalleled connections that can be beneficial for parents to implement within their own parenting styles. Below, we will be exploring how the Canterbury-Bankstown Coach Cameron Ciraldo …

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Yagoona’s Newest Childcare A Warm Welcome to Our New Young Academics Childcare Centre Young Academics has expanded its innovative learning network with a brand new centre in Yagoona! At Young Academics we are committed to delivering high-quality early learning environments to meet the needs of residents of South Western Sydney. Our newest Yagoona centre is …

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Mortdale’s Newest Childcare A Warm Welcome to Our New Young Academics Childcare Centre At Young Academics we are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest Mortdale early learning centre. The  Mortdale centre joins the ranks in South Sydney alongside other Young Academics centres across the Greater Sydney area. Young Academics Mortdale combines play-based learning …

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How to teach maths through play in the early years Young children can really benefit from learning maths through play as this is an exciting time to begin teaching them new concepts.   What are the benefits of learning maths through play?  For children, there are few better ways to teach maths than through play, …

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During a child’s academic journey, homework can often be a challenging aspect as families and children navigate through assessments, assignments and deadlines. Just like a well thought out strategic game plan, implementing effective strategies for homework can ensure a positive experience for children and parent alike. When starting Kindergarten children typically don’t have structured homework. …

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Coaching Confidence: Bulldog’s Strategies for Boosting Children’s Self-Esteem From rugby league to tennis, karate and basketball, sports of all kinds can boost children’s self-esteem which is crucial for their overall wellbeing. Sports have been considered an effective and engaging avenue to contribute to physical health and in building resilience, character, and self-esteem within children, particularly …

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What it is and how to encourage it When it comes to different types of play, many parents have probably heard the term constructive play before, but if you’ve been wondering what exactly it is, and how to encourage it in your child – you’ve come to the right place! This is our explainer of …

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Juggling professional commitments and family life is a common challenge amongst most families. Each member of a family plays a unique role in the functioning and structure of a family unit. As in a team sport, every member has a role to play, function and responsibilities. Positive family relationships are built on communication, quality time, …

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How to Overcome Common Childhood Fears with Gentle Parenting  If you’ve been wondering how to help your child deal with their fears we can help you. As children grow, they may begin to experience fears that may seem irrational to adults like monsters, the dark or loud noises. Children’s fears can be challenging for parents …

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