Child Development

Starting School: What is ‘Social and Emotional Readiness’? 

22nd July 2022

During the first five years of life, children develop many motor, communication and language, cognitive, and social and emotional skills.

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Screen Time Tips for Children

7th July 2022

Here are some ideas to help you work out how to moderate your children's screen time and make it an enjoyable and educational experience.

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Supporting children to understand their big feelings

10th June 2022

A simple activity called the feelings jar can help children share their feelings. Try this at home together.

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Podcast: Babies Learn from Birth

19th May 2022

Guardian Curriculum Mentor Simone Myskiw spoke to the team at Kiddipedia about how babies learn and how importsnt the frst 1000 days are.

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Child Behaviour Guide: Pinching, Biting & Hair Pulling 

18th May 2022

Your guide to understanding and managing biting, pinching, hair-pulling and other aggressive behaviours in young children and toddlers.

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Embracing Cultural Diversity at Guardian Bentleigh East

15th May 2022

Guardian Child Care & Early Learning – Bentleigh East provides a warm and inviting atmosphere for children to explore, interact, learn and develop.

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The Importance of Speech Pathology Screenings for Children

30th April 2022

Through speech pathology screenings, difficulties can be identified early on and a specific course of action may be undertaken. Learn more!

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Outdoor Play: Why It’s Important For Your Child

11th February 2022

Being outdoors is an integral part of your child’s learning experience. But how should this influence your choice of childcare centre?

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Learning Through Cooking: An Educational Experience for Children

26th November 2021

Cooking is more than just another way for children to experience different delicacies, it's one of the best ways for children to learn!

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Moving On Up: Working Together With Families & Children

26th October 2021

Every year, we work alongside families and children to ensure that when it's time for them to move on up, it's a pleasant experience.

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Growing Gardens (and Minds!) through the Guardian Sustainability Program 

24th June 2021

Learn more about Guardian's top-notch sustainability program and our four key areas of focus

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More Days in Childcare can be Better for your Child

15th February 2021

Research and experts suggest that high-quality care and education offers significant benefits for children.

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Indoor Play: Why Resources at your Childcare Centre are Important

8th February 2021

What do you look for when choosing childcare? These environments and resources will spark your child’s imagination and support their growth. 

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How Children Really Learn

12th January 2021

How children really learn may surprise you. Its mostly about feeling secure and happy, the environment and the support around them.

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Excursions are Key for Child Development

21st December 2020

Excursions are an exciting way for your child to understand their place in the world. Regular excursions are organised in Guardian Centres.

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Mummy Bloggers Share: ‘What I wish I’d known before my child started school’

20th October 2020

We spoke to well-known bloggers Lauren Kate, Felicity Frankish and Julia Hasche to get their take on the benefits of childcare.

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Book Week 2020: Celebrating the Joy and Magic of Storytelling

13th October 2020

Children need to hear many books read aloud before they begin to read themselves. Find out why Book Week is about more than just dress ups.

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Children Need ‘Tricky’ Experiences

15th September 2020

Children require physical and mental challenges - or 'tricky' experiences - which push the boundaries of their knowledge and skills.

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