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Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood: What Parents Need to Know

Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood: What Parents Need to Know

If you’ve ever seen your toddler throw a toy in frustration or your preschooler burst into tears because something did not go their way, you have witnessed emotional development in action. Young children experience big feelings long before they have all the words or skills needed to understand and manage them. Learning what those emotions …

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How to Choose a Primary School: 9 Things Sydney Parents Should Check

How to Choose a Primary School: 9 Things Sydney Parents Should Check

What School Readiness Really Looks Like

What School Readiness Really Looks Like

What Makes a Childcare Centre Feel Safe? A Parent’s Guide

What Makes a Childcare Centre Feel Safe? A Parent’s Guide

Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood: What Parents Need to Know

Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood: What Parents Need to Know

If you’ve ever seen your toddler throw a toy in frustration or your preschooler burst into tears because something did not go their way, you have witnessed emotional development in action. Young children experience big feelings long before they have all the words or skills needed to understand and manage them. Learning what those emotions …

Continue reading “Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood: What Parents Need to Know”

How to Choose a Primary School: 9 Things Sydney Parents Should Check

How to Choose a Primary School: 9 Things Sydney Parents Should Check

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What School Readiness Really Looks Like

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Childcare Subsidy

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Planning Childcare for 2027? U ...

Planning childcare for 2027 often starts with two big questions:How much will childcare cost?And:How much will the Child Care Subsidy actually reduce that cost?If you are new to childcare, the Australian Government's Child Care Subsidy (CCS) can initially seem complicated....

15 Nov 2025

The 3 Day Guarantee Explained: ...

Starting in January 2026, Australian families will benefit from a new childcare policy called the 3 Day Guarantee. At Young Academics Early Learning Centres, we know families have questions about what this means and how it will support their access...

24 Oct 2025

Understanding Child Care Subsi ...

If you’re a parent in NSW trying to make sense of the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), here’s everything you need to know, right up front!CCS helps cover a portion of your childcare fees, reducing your out-of-pocket costs.Most families are eligible,...

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25 Sep 2026

Emotional Intelligence in Earl ...

If you’ve ever seen your toddler throw a toy in frustration or your preschooler burst into tears because something did not go their way, you have witnessed emotional development in action. Young children experience big feelings long before they have...

14 Sep 2026

What Makes a Childcare Centre ...

Choosing a childcare centre is not simply about location, fees, opening hours or educational programs. The fundamental question is Will my child be safe here? A safe childcare centre is not defined by one locked gate, one policy or their...

07 Sep 2026

Planning Childcare for 2027? U ...

Planning childcare for 2027 often starts with two big questions:How much will childcare cost?And:How much will the Child Care Subsidy actually reduce that cost?If you are new to childcare, the Australian Government's Child Care Subsidy (CCS) can initially seem complicated....

Nutrition & Recipes

07 Jul 2026

Daycare Lunchbox Ideas Sydney ...

Packing a lunchbox sounds simple until it is 7:18am, someone has lost a shoe, the toddler has rejected toast, and you are staring into the fridge. For many Sydney families, lunchboxes are part of everyday life, whether children are heading...

07 Jul 2026

Fussy Eater Toddler? The “Pa ...

If your toddler suddenly refuses the meal they loved yesterday, only eats beige foods or treats broccoli like it personally offended them, you are not alone. Fussy eating is incredibly common in the toddler years. One day your child may...

23 Nov 2025

What to Expect from Nutrition ...

At Young Academics, we believe nutrition in childcare is more than ticking a box, but rather nurturing lifelong eating habits, supporting children’s growth and learning, and embedding a culture of health across every centre.Our Childcare Nutrition PolicyOur childcare nutrition policy...

Child Development

14 Sep 2026

What School Readiness Really L ...

When parents think about getting their child ready for school, it is easy to focus on academics. Can they write their name? Do they recognise letters? Can they count to 20? These skills can all be valuable, but school readiness...

07 Jul 2026

Is My Child Ready for School? ...

Starting Kindergarten is one of the biggest milestones in a child’s early years. For many Sydney families, the lead-up to “big school” brings excitement, pride and, very naturally, a few big questions. Is my child ready for school? Should they...

07 Jul 2026

Loose Parts Play: Little Engin ...

At first glance, a basket of cardboard tubes, wooden blocks, fabric pieces, shells, bottle tops, boxes and pebbles might not look like much. To a young child, however, these everyday materials can become a bridge, a rocket ship, a shop,...

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Screen-Free Coding: STEAM Game ...

When we hear the word “coding”, it is easy to picture screens, apps, laptops and children tapping away on tablets. But for preschoolers, coding does not need to start with a device. In fact, some of the most meaningful early...

16 Dec 2025

How to Keep Young Minds Active ...

As the summer holidays arrive, many families look forward to a well-deserved break. But for children long stretches away from their childcare or early learning centre can sometimes disrupt routines. The good news? Keeping your child’s mind active over the...

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Meaningful Christmas Tradition ...

The festive season is all about connection, joy, and creating memories that last a lifetime. For children, Christmas isn’t just about presents under the tree but also time spent together, laughter, and simple moments that make them feel loved. Below...

Parenting Tips

15 Sep 2026

How to Choose a Primary School ...

Choosing a primary school is an exciting milestone, but with so many factors to consider, it can also feel like a major decision. Academic results matter, but they are only one piece of the picture. The right school should provide...

14 Sep 2026

What Makes a Childcare Centre ...

Choosing a childcare centre is not simply about location, fees, opening hours or educational programs. The fundamental question is Will my child be safe here? A safe childcare centre is not defined by one locked gate, one policy or their...

07 Sep 2026

Your 2027 Childcare Tour: What ...

A childcare centre tour is one of the best opportunities to work out whether a centre is genuinely right for your child and family. Photos and websites can tell you what a centre offers and looks like. A tour lets...

YA Moments

25 Sep 2026

Emotional Intelligence in Earl ...

If you’ve ever seen your toddler throw a toy in frustration or your preschooler burst into tears because something did not go their way, you have witnessed emotional development in action. Young children experience big feelings long before they have...

29 Jun 2026

Young Academics Mount Pritchar ...

There was a real sense of excitement at Young Academics Mount Pritchard as families, educators, local leaders and community members came together to officially celebrate the opening of the newly renewed centre. The morning captured the heart of what Young...

03 Jun 2026

More Than a Morning Tea: Commu ...

Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea has been supported by Young Academics for many years. But this year, at our Schofields Lillyana centre, the cause became especially personal. One of our preschool children is bravely facing their own cancer journey after recently...

Media releases

09 Jul 2026

Young Academics Partners with ...

At Young Academics, child safety is embedded in the way we teach, care, communicate and build relationships with children, families and educators every day. As part of our ongoing commitment to creating safe, nurturing and responsive early learning environments, Young...

09 Oct 2025

Young Academics Hoxton Park Sh ...

We’re so proud to celebrate the incredible creativity and cultural curiosity of our Young Academics Hoxton Park children, whose artworks were recently showcased at the 33rd Annual Mil-Pra AECG Exhibition and Prizes, held at the Casula Powerhouse Museum. This annual exhibition...

16 Sep 2025

Young Academics Celebrates 50t ...

There were balloons, laughter, and more than a few dance moves as Young Academics marked the opening of its 50th centre with a community celebration at Gledswood Hills on Sunday, 14 September. Families, friends, and special guests turned out in...