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Keeping Children Safe in Summer https://education.nsw.gov.au/early-childhood-education/leadership/news/keeping-babies-and-young-children-safe-in-summer Compliance Focus on Safe and Respectful Interactions with Children https://education.nsw.gov.au/early-childhood-education/leadership/news/compliance-focus-safe-and-respectful-interactions-with-children Start Strong Fee Relief https://education.nsw.gov.au/early-childhood-education/leadership/news/2024-start-strong-fee-relief-reporting-now-simpler Inclusive Education https://education.nsw.gov.au/early-childhood-education/leadership/news/good-for-everyone-understanding-practising-inclusive-education
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Early Childhood Educator
Stepping Stones Early Learning Centre Bexley, Sydney NSW Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training) Full time Are you passionate about working with children and eager to embark on a rewarding career in early childhood? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our exceeding team. In this role, you will…
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Building a Strong Foundation: The Role of Policies and Procedures at Stepping Stones
At Stepping Stones Early Learning Centres, we believe that policies and procedures are the backbone of everything we do. They help us create a consistent, safe, and nurturing environment for the children in our care and provide clear guidance on the standards we uphold as a service. These policies are not just documents on a…
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Living Our Philosophy
At Stepping Stones Early Learning Centres, we believe that our philosophy is the heart of everything we do. It guides our daily practices, shapes our interactions with children, families, and educators, and informs the experiences we create within our service. Over the years, our philosophy has continuously evolved, adapting to the ever-changing needs and values…
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Safety First
At Stepping Stones Early Learning Centre, we believe that the health and safety of every child is paramount. As educators, we are entrusted with the responsibility of providing a nurturing and safe environment where children can learn, explore, and grow with confidence. This commitment to safety extends beyond meeting basic standards; it’s about ensuring we…
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The Power of Children’s Voices: Empowering Our Future Leaders
At Stepping Stones, we firmly believe that all children have a voice and deserve to be heard. This philosophy is at the heart of our Children’s Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) Committee, where we provide a platform for our young learners to express their thoughts and opinions on matters that affect them. Why Children’s Voices Matter…
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Living Safely with Dogs: A Special Incursion for Our Preps
Our prep for school children at both services, had a fantastic opportunity to participate in a special incursion focused on Living Safely with Pets. These engaging presentations offered valuable insights into how to interact safely with dogs, equipping our young learners with important lessons that will help keep them and their furry friends safe. One…
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Celebrating Our Superhero Educators: A Day of Joy and Recognition
This year, we wanted to honour our incredible educators in a way that truly reflects their importance in our community. To celebrate Educators Day, we combined the festivities with Superhero Week, because let’s face it—our educators are our real-life superheroes! In the lead up to the event, we held a Children’s QIP meeting, where the…
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Part 2 of Gather & Graze: Enhancing Support for Children’s Behaviour
We recently hosted Part 2 of our Gather & Graze professional development series, featuring the insightful psychologist Marina Bailey. This event provided a wonderful opportunity for our team of educators, along with colleagues from local services, to come together and delve deeper into effective strategies for supporting children’s behaviour. As educators, we know that understanding…
