A Brisbane kindergarten has decided to return children’s artwork portfolios to parents following a controversial request for funds. The director of Craigslea Kindergarten, Thomas D’Souza, reached out to families via …
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Brisbane Childcare Centre Attempts to Bill Parents Thousands for Children’s Artwork
by adminA kindergarten in Brisbane’s northern suburbs, Craigslea Kindergarten in Chermside West, has faced significant backlash after announcing plans to charge parents over $2,000 for their children’s artwork. The centre issued …
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A child sustained a 2cm laceration after his head collided with the edge of a bed. Fortunately, he received prompt medical care and did not suffer any further injuries or …
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NSW Government Unveils $100 Million Initiative to Enhance Preschools and Support Families in the Childcare Sector
by adminThe New South Wales Government has announced a significant investment of $100 million to support not-for-profit preschools. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial pressure on young families while also …
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Over 100 children at a childcare centre in Waverley, Sydney, are undergoing tuberculosis testing following a potential exposure to the disease. NSW Health has established a temporary clinic at Little …
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A serious incident at a childcare centre in Bangor, Sydney, has left two families distressed after a mix-up resulted in a one-year-old child being improperly handed over to the wrong …
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National Worker Register and Mobile Phone Ban as $190 Million Childcare Revamp Unveiled
by adminThe Australian government is set to implement significant reforms in the childcare sector, including a mobile phone ban, the introduction of CCTV, and the creation of a national worker register. …
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The federal government has enacted its commitment to hold childcare centres accountable for failing to comply with national standards, as evidenced by the recent announcement from the Department of Education. …
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Victorian Government Unveils Comprehensive Revamp of Child Safety Practices Following Critical Review Uncovering Major Shortcomings
by adminThe Victorian government is set to revamp child safety protocols in light of a recent independent review that uncovered significant flaws in the early education sector, including underfunding and antiquated …
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South Australia is taking a significant step by officially prohibiting mobile phones in childcare centres, becoming one of the first states in the nation to implement such a ban. This …