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Grow and Go experts discuss: Food insecurity in ECEC

Let’s imagine we are in your centre. Choose a group of ten children, up to three of them could be hungry, and almost half of their families feel anxious about having enough food. This is what food insecurity looks like in Australia today.

2024-08-06 00:12:10

by Freya Lucas

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Grow and Go experts discuss: Fussy eating in ECEC

Ensuring that children attending early childhood education and care (ECEC) services are eating well is a priority for both parents and educators alike.

2024-07-30 00:06:22

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Navigating the Assessment and Rating process in Early Childhood Education and Care

In the ever-evolving landscape of Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC), the Assessment and Rating (A&R) process plays a crucial role in maintaining high standards of care and education. This article aims to demystify the A&R process and provide practical insights for ECEC providers to navigate it successfully.

2024-07-22 09:58:49

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Compassion Fatigue in Centre Managers and Directors: Addressing Burnout and Building Support Systems

Even a quick scroll through social media reveals daily calls for help and testimonies of exhaustion from crucial leaders. This article explores compassion fatigue among centre managers and directors, highlighting the symptoms, consequences, and essential strategies to support these vital roles.

2024-07-22 09:30:08

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6 figure salaries on offer for educators who are willing to go west

While early childhood education and care (ECEC) wages have been spoken about widely in the mainstream media following what some have termed a ‘Budget let down’ for the sector, there is one part of Australia where holding an ECEC qualification can net educators a salary of over $100,000 a year.

2024-07-19 09:04:17

by Freya Lucas