Is foster care for you?
Seven children out of every 1,000 in Australia live in out-of-home care, according to the latest Australian Institute of Family Studies report. Of these, about half live with foster carers – families who provide temporary care for children who are … Continue reading
National Award For Margret Ives
Norwood’s Margaret Ives Community Children’s Centre has been named Children’s Service of the Year at the 2011 Australian Family Child Care Awards. This follows the centre’s win at the state awards in April. The Australian Family Child Care Awards are … Continue reading
Early Childhood Education: Do you get what you pay for?
The old saying ‘you get what you pay for’ may not be true when it comes to early childhood education. Government kindergartens, which are widely recognised for providing the best environments for early learning, are one of the least expensive options for early childhood education – at about $120 per term. Continue reading
Getting the most from playgroups
Playgroups are a haven for parents of young children. They offer a great opportunity for adults and kids to socialise, and they can help with children’s development. Good Beginnings, a charity that runs playgroups across Australia, says children learn best … Continue reading