5 Essentials of Kindergarten

“Children are our greatest treasure. They are our future.” – Nelson Mandela In order to set our children up for a bright future, it is vital to give them a strong foundation from the very start. We do this by enabling them to completely immerse themselves in the world in which they live. To explore, […]

Loose Parts Play: 5 Ways to Incorporate It in Your Home

By Amanda Llyod Loose Parts Play is an interesting concept that came about in the 1970’s. It had a significant influence on early childhood educators as well as those who designed play spaces for children. According to architect Simon Nicholson, including “loose parts” in our child’s environment empowers and stimulates creativity. What is Loose Parts, […]

Cranberry & Walnut Cookies

A sweet treat that incorporates a serve of legumes. Ingredients Makes approx. 15-20 cookies ½ cup brown sugar 75g butter, softened 2 tsp vanilla 1 medium egg 1 tin chickpeas, drained and mashed/pureed ½ cup dried cranberries ½ cup shredded or desiccated coconut ½ cup walnuts, crushed ½ cup plain flour ½ cup wholemeal flour […]

Outdoor Play in all Weather and Natural Environments

By Melanie Love Most of my fondest memories as a child involve playing outside. Being a mother of two young boisterous boys and working in Early Childhood Education, I’m fortunate to relive these wonderful memories and experiences. Outdoor play is vital for the growth, learning and development of children. By providing children with opportunities to […]

Paper Plate Cow Art

This month, we’re keeping in theme with 2017’s National Simultaneous Storytime book, The Cow Tripped over the Moon. Here’s an easy, fun, and engaging cow-related activity the kids are sure to love. You will need: Paper plate Black paper Pink paper Googly eyes Glue Scissors Method: To get started, begin by cutting the black paper […]

Great Beginnings Pakenham Free Family Fun Day!

Great Beginnings Pakenham is excited to host our very own Free Family Fun Day! Taking place on Saturday 6th May from 10am to 1pm, this family event welcomes people of all ages. At the event, you’ll have the chance to meet our wonderful educators and have a tour of the various centre facilities we have […]

Sweet Potato Chips

Crunchy and moreish, these sweet potato chips are perfect for an afternoon snack. Ingredients Serves 30 (side dish) 1.25kg orange sweet potatoes (approximately 5), peeled and cut into 2mm slices 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp cumin seeds Method Preheat oven to 180ºC. Combine the cut sweet potato, olive oil and cumin seeds in a […]

Great Beginnings Bunbury Free Family Fun Day!

Bring your family and friends along to our Free Family Fun Day! New families that Enrol on the day will receive 2 weeks of care Free!* Conditions apply. Come along between 10am – 1pm on 06/05/2017 and bounce around on our Jumping Castle and have your face painted! We will also be providing a sausage […]

Who is in your child’s team?

By Antonette Neri As Educators we believe Partnerships with Parents/Families are an integral part of your child’s emotional wellbeing and how they connect and feel part of the world around them, to identify with this train of thought let’s look at some groups with a common goal… A football club who aim to be premiers […]

Anzac biscuits

Delicious, traditional Anzac biscuits that you can make to share with family and friends. Ingredients 1 cup plain flour 1 cup rolled oats 1 cup desiccated coconut ½ cup brown sugar (firmly packed) ¼ cup caster sugar 125g butter 2 tablespoons golden syrup 2 tablespoons water ½ teaspoons bicarbonate of soda Method Preheat oven to 160C (fan […]