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It Takes A Village’s blog for early childhood educators

Two educators having a conversation together

How do I find a mentor for a director who is feeling alone in their role?

Our older children play a key role during morning transitions from before school care to the classroom. When challenges arise,
Educator sitting in a child care setting with hands covering their face in distress

As a new educational leader, I’ve never done this before and I’m feeling stressed out. Any advice?

Some parents bring their child back with a doctor’s clearance certificate, even though symptoms persist.
Young boy unwell in bed

Can a doctor’s clearance certificate override our policies?

Some parents bring their child back with a doctor’s clearance certificate, even though symptoms persist.
Two boys playing at school

In the afternoons at OSHC, the room always feels much louder than it should.

Can you suggest some strategies to help with the noise?
Father and child walking to school

What do your transitions from before school care to school look like in the mornings?

Our older children play a key role during morning transitions from before school care to the classroom. When challenges arise,