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This month, we opened the doors to our Cranebrook Early Learning Centre. To mark the launch, we held a famous YA Open Day – filled with fun activities and open to the whole Cranebrook community. Celebrated through face painting, a sausage sizzle and entertainment for the future bright stars of Young Academics, the Open Day …

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At Young Academics, we understand that philosophy encompasses the pursuit of wisdom and knowledge. Our childcare philosophy therefore encourages the systematic investigation and discovery of each and every one of our students’ personalities, through the lifelong pursuit of learning. Young Academics services are dedicated to implementing the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards …

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Preschool philosophy over time has changed, merging play and education, now known as play-based learning. It is imperative that parents recognise the importance of this partnership between play and learning, and adapt a new focus on play ideas at home. Here are a few inexpensive play based preschool activities for toddlers which can be done …

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School Readiness: How do you know when your child is ready? Finding the right time to send your child to school is a decision most parents avoid. Evaluating your child’s skills, behaviours and knowledge from a non-professional perspective is often subjective and involves emotional attachment. More than often, school readiness is associated with the ability …

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Early childhood educators value music education as a major segment of children’s social, emotional, physical, intellectual and psychological life. Early childhood music programs in our childcare centres provide opportunities for children to experience a number of varying musical experiences. These opportunities should help foster an awareness and understanding of music and to help children to …

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While time spent on and around screens is inevitable in this day and age, it’s important to understand how and why to limit kids’ exposure to them. For pre-school children (those between the ages of two and five), the recommended limits are stricter than you might think. When to switch off  The Australian recommendations for …

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When it comes to raising kids, most parents are incredibly invested in ensuring they do well in all aspects of life. We all want resilient, kind, happy and well-adjusted kids, and we want them to have the best chance of success. Part of this is ensuring their intellectual development is well looked-after, and while genetics …

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Starting primary school is a milestone for every child and parent. It’s no doubt that a positive start to school leads to a more enriched and enjoyable experience for every child. At Young Academics, our Transition To School Program holistically approaches early learning by creating a foundation of skills. Whilst preschool is a great environment …

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It’s an exciting time for Young Academics and we are proud to announce our Canterbury centre is due to open very soon! The state-of-the-art centre will include 5 early learning rooms- filled with educational resources, learning activities, fun and creative art stations and more to educate and entertain our little ones. Open to toddlers, infants …

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At Young Academics, every day is filled with learning, exploring and having fun. We have a set routine that combines playtime with an enjoyable learning experience. In between activities and group time sessions, children also enjoy delicious nutritious meals and get some much needed rest. Read on to learn more about the routine of a …

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Now more than ever, we are hearing the notion of “sustainability” being implanted within education, business, industrial, government and even household contexts. The United Nations has defined sustainability as that which “meet the needs of the present without compromising the well-being of future generations to meet their own needs.” In a nutshell, it is focused …

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Children are constantly learning by seeking opportunity through every new activity. Nearly everything they do, hear, smell and interact with can turn into a learning opportunity. Apart from the immense academic benefits of early childhood education, the social advantages are just as prominent. Encouraging social skills and building on social interaction is fundamental for children …

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