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The Role That Science Has To Play In Early Childhood Education

science in early childhood education

There is a growing recognition and understanding of the power of early thinking and learning in children. Most educators and behavioural scientists also firmly believe that science may be a notable learning domain in preschoolers. Being exposed to and learning about various science concepts becomes the basis for future scientific understanding and helps to build […]

Understanding What Child Development And The Related Milestones Are

child development

Child development is the formative period during which a child’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social abilities develop. This period continues until early adulthood. The child passes through various developmental milestones in sequential periods and progresses from dependence on parents/guardians to increased independence. Children develop various skills in five primary areas of development: 5 Primary Areas […]

I Love Reading Literacy Preschool Activity

i love reading

As part of our Literacy program, Clovel children engage in the I Love Reading program. The children learn a different letter each week and then combine the letters learnt to read and write basic words. If you want to know more about our literacy program at Clovel Childcare and Early Learning Centres, don’t hesitate to […]

National Educator’s Day!

national educator's day

 Happy National Educators Day to all of our wonderful Clovel Childcare Educators. In the castle of Clovel our King and Queen Educators shape the minds of your little princes and princesses to run a castle of their own. Early Childhood Educators Day recognises and celebrates the hard work of Australia’s early childhood educators for […]

Father’s Day Present

Father's Day Present

 Triple the love for this special Clovel Dad! The children gifted their Dad’s with a pot plant to symbolise the love that will continue to grow for their Dad’s as they water and nurture it together. I love to wear my Daddy’s shoes, though my feet are small. When they are in my Daddy’s […]

What Is The Play-Based Learning Concept All About?

play-based learning

Generally, words like goal, structure, and organisation are commonly used in the corporate world, but now they are a part of everyone’s life. Children’s lives are not an exception, and their childhood and playing too get structured and organised very early in life. Research shows there are many benefits of play-based learning which contribute to […]

Congratulations! Lyn Connolly, Owner Operator of Clovel Childcare & Early Learning Centres

most outstanding business person of the year

Congratulations to Lyn Connolly, owner operator of Clovel Childcare & Early Learning Centres for winning ‘Most Outstanding Business Person Of The Year’ at the 2019 Liverpool City Local Business Awards. Lyn Connolly’s acceptance speech stated “I would like to thank our fabulous Clovel team of Educators and would not be able to receive this award […]

Tips To Prepare Your Child For Preschool

prepare your child for preschool

Preparing yourself and your child for preschool is no less than a test for you. You wonder how your little one will adjust in the preschool. You feel emotionally charged and anxious. But the thought of your child enjoying fun and friends in the school makes you glad. All these are conflicting emotions which your […]

Fire Brigade Visit

fire brigade visit

This month our Clovel centres have been focusing on fire safety. As part of our educational program the Fire Fighters from Blacktown Fire Department, Fire and Rescue NSW came to talk to the children about different types of fire, such as house fires and bush fires. The fire fighters also talked about safe and unsafe […]

Which Life Skills Can Young Children Learn Through Creativity And The Arts

creativity and arts for young children

Children are a curious and inquisitive lot and love to enjoy every moment doing and creating something they love. They do not mind smearing themselves with paint as much as the paper. They will soak a brush in colour and enjoy the sound the brush makes as they move it erratically across the paper. The […]