Test your knowledge of germ control
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Roundtable Magazine Spring 2025 | Edition 35
Inside this edition:
– How East Melbourne Childcare Co-operative takes children’s advocacy seriously
– A handy guide to relational pedagogy
– Six ways to make the most of your membership
– Member loyalty provider showcase: DreamstoneHR
– How we are advocating for reform in our sector
– Why relationship-based programs matter in education and care
– Friends like us: Iwandee Suvanmani and Narelle Lawton
Kicking goals in the kitchen
Many services tell us that a major barrier to achieving an Exceeding rating is consistently delivering a menu that meets the unique needs of each child.
Understanding children’s mental health
Jade and Afra from Emerging Minds explore what mental health looks like for children aged 0-12 years and what we can do in our role as educators to support positive mental health in our day to day interactions with children and their families.
Respectful relationships: It’s never too early to start the conversation
Deanne Carson, CEO of Body Safety Australia, explains the role that educators have in identifying harmful behaviours and beliefs, and how to support children and families to thrive in a respectful environment.
Relationships with families: Professional boundaries and difficult conversations
Feeling anxious about tackling tough conversations with families?
Finding it hard to establish realistic expectations and boundaries?
Building positive relationships with families can sometimes be tricky, but it is an essential part of our role.
Karin Humphrey, Be You Consultant, shares her expertise.
Roundtable Magazine Winter 2025 | Edition 34
Inside this edition:
– How a unique remote service tackles workforce and recruitment
– Ten awesome activities for extreme weather days
– Reduce screen time and keep children moving with Activated OSHC
– Friends like us: Susan Werner and Catharine Hydon
– Member loyalty provider showcase: CU Health
Six stellar reads for teachers
Our team of ITAV consultants share their top reads for teachers.
A mix of big-picture thinking, practical advice, inspiration and heartfelt storytelling, there’s something here for every educator.
Educator burnout: What you need to know
Registered psychologist and wellbeing expert Carly Arkinstall leads us through the signs and symptoms of educator burnout, how to avoid it, as well as practical tips to help alleviate stress and achieve a healthier, happier work-life balance.
Nurturing wellbeing in a busy world
Today’s children are experiencing a sensory crisis.
Screen time is way up. Physical play is way down. The result? Children’s development is suffering.
In this webinar, Developmental Educator Robyn Papworth explores how to nurture children’s sensory wellbeing in your service.