Is it ok to use teepees, or is this cultural appropriation?
Answer: It depends. Like every other decision we make in early childhood education and care, choosing whether it is right to use a tepee in your setting depends on what […]
Are progressive meal times a good idea? How do we know if it’s right for our service?
Answer: Start small to see if it works for you. Whatever your service type, progressive meals are a wonderful way for children to have more choice and freedom in the […]
Should educators go shoe-free in our babies room?
Answer: Explore the idea with your team. This is a question that I often reflected on during my time as a centre director and – to be honest I never […]
Is it wrong to ask children to line up?
Some educators say there’s no need for children to wait in line before meals, outdoor play or on excursions, while others feel it’s important for safety and school readiness… Answer: […]
What is the difference between critical reflection and reflective practice?
Do you have to do both, or just one? Every day, every week? Answer: Both are thinking skills to be used depending on the situation. Critical reflection means ‘closely examining […]
What are the observation requirements in OSHC?
My background is early childhood where daily observations are required. Just wondering if there are different requirements for MTOP? Answer: There is no requirement for individual child observations at an […]