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There are multiple benefits that participating in theater can afford your preschool-aged child. Theater offers a unique and exciting platform...

It is no secret that we at Clovel are shameless cheerleaders for imaginative play throughout childhood. The incredible significance of...

Empathy is a crucial quality that lays the foundation for healthy social interactions and compassionate relationships. As parents and caregivers,...

Open-ended art activities for preschool-aged children are a fantastic way to encourage creativity, develop fine motor skills, and foster a...

Confidence and self-esteem are essential for the healthy development of preschool-aged children. Not only do such characteristics provide a sense...

Children make sense of the world around them through the experiences they have interacting with it, and much of those...

Resilience is one of the most under-appreciated yet most important qualities a child can develop. Like empathy and social skills,...

At some point, every parent and child are faced with the milestone of a first-time separation. For some it doesn’t...

Climate activist Greta Thunberg once said, “I have learned you are never too small to make a difference.” This is...

If you are the parent of or the caregiver to a preschooler, our next statement will not come as shock…...

Children have a natural attraction to and love of the outdoors. Spending time in nature helps children better understand the...

If you are a regular follower of our blog (thank you!), you know we are firm believers that, as Fred...

The holiday season is upon us and even though moms, dads, and caregivers are busy prepping for parties and gift-giving,...

As the time for entering pre-school draws near, it’s not just kids who experience a little anxiety. Ensuring your child...

Odds are high that crafting is an integral part of your preschool memories. Be truthful…how many macaroni necklaces did you...

It’s easy to appreciate the value of the performing arts as an adult. We’ve all been emotionally moved at some...

Many see water play as something to occupy little ones during the summer months. We chart our children to pools...

Dr. Seuss once famously wrote, “You can find magic wherever you look. Sit back and relax all you need is...

As adults, it is easy to forget about the important role of play in developing preschoolers. It is through play...

Those of us of a “certain age” have heady memories of spending our weekends and summers entertained in outdoor play....

Long before your child enters a formal classroom, they have developed some understanding of mathematical concepts through their everyday activities...

From scooping and sifting to splashing and squishing, preschoolers love experiencing the world through their senses. Whether touching, smelling, tasting,...

Austrian-British philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein once said, "The limits of my language mean the limits of my world." His statement serves...

It’s a recurring theme here, the importance of play in childhood development…but one that bears repeating: Play is not something...

Parents and caregivers often assume that a child’s early education begins when they step into their classroom and ends when...

When you think of important facets of your child’s early education, motor skills may not be the first thing that...

There are certain songs that carry with us the melody of childhood. Singing or hearing the ABC’s, Mary Had a...

There is often much debate on whether young children need to enter into a structured education program before kindergarten. After...

Child development occurs at a breakneck speed…especially during the preschool years of ages 3 – 5. This includes physical, or...

The power music has over us as humans is nothing new. People have understood the connection between melodies and the...

From the moment a child is born, they begin to move, working to gain greater control over their bodies. The...

For children, there’s something undeniably intriguing about crafting. Perhaps it’s the novelty of creating something new from every day, household...

Hand-eye coordination is one of those developmental milestones you’ve likely heard mentioned in parent-teacher meetings, but you may not know...

No decision feels as important as choosing the right childcare centre for your child. After all, these are the professionals...

Anyone caring for an infant knows that sense of relief when you find a safe place to put them for...

Active learning is defined as learning in which a child, through interactions with objects, people, or new concepts, develops new...

Each year when the time to enrol in school rolls around, parents of 4 ½ to 5 year old children...

No greater power struggle has ever existed than that between a strong-willed toddler and concerned parents who fear their child...

Early childhood is a time of rapid growth and learning for children. It is during these formative years they begin...

Children are naturally curious about the world around them and inherently creative. Providing activities that nurture that creativity and spark...

Interview on 2BS Radio with Lyn Connolly, in her role as President of ACA NSW, thanking all educators for their...

Kaitlyn Lonard, Nominated Supervisor Clovel Liverpool featured in this Guardian article as she discusses her experience working as a frontline...

When we think of activities to engage our children, our minds often default to playing with toys, imaginative play, or...

As parents or caregivers to young children, we’ve all been there—we slave away in the kitchen, making a nutrient dense...

People are often surprised to learn how profoundly our early childhood experiences affect our health into adulthood. Researchers have realized...

The health of a child is often a primary concern for parents beginning when they first learn they are pregnant....

As parents, we try to offer our children the very best in every aspect of their lives—immersive learning experiences, fun...

Clovel Childcare featured on Channel 7 news identifying how childcare centres are implementing hygiene practices and processes in line with...

The subject of school readiness can be confusing for parents. Many assume readiness is a task that is mastered during...

Child abuse is a difficult subject to discuss. For many, it’s a difficult subject to even think about. Yet, as...

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We are pleased to announce that Clovel Childcare and Early Learning Centres has been selected as one of three state...

According to the Australian Institute of Health & Welfare (AIHW), poor diet and obesity are two of the greatest concerns...

For any more information, call Clovel Childcare and Early Learning Centre, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. For...

At Clovel we teach the children the importance of dental hygiene in a number of ways. We have a dentist...

We do Affirmations daily at Clovel with the children, to help promote positive self confidence and awareness to themselves. We...

If you are a regular reader of our blog, you know how highly we regard play in the development of...

Playdough is a versatile material that plays an important part in the children's fine motor, sensory, manipulative and constructive development....

As parents and caregivers, we want the best for our children. We want to provide them with every opportunity to...

If you are a regular reader of our little blog—(thank you!)—you know how often we tout the importance of play....

LEARNING THROUGH PLAY! As part of Clovel's I Love Reading program, the children link their interest in outdoor play to...

It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what level of education you received—there is something about watching...

At Clovel Granville we embed and showcase the children's sense of independence through elements on their arrival and through activities...

We do Affirmations daily at Clovel with the children, to help promote positive self confidence and awareness to themselves. We...

Parents often dismiss play time for children as a sort of break from learning. Perhaps this is because we associate...

Oh, the magic that lives in the preschool mind! While you may sometimes tire of the never-ending stream of questions...

If you have a preschooler in your life, you likely know just how much they move. Many days, it may...

As parents or caregivers to young children, we know the importance of preparing our children for school. Preschool plays a...

It is not uncommon for people to think of preschool as nothing more than glorified babysitting, yet nothing could be...

As parents, there are an infinite number of activities you share with your child that help him or her prepare...

When choosing the best preschool for your child, you’ve likely considered endless factors: educational philosophies, teacher experience and curricula. But,...

Throughout this week at Clovel we have been celebrating NAIDOC week. A celebration held across Australia each year observing the...

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At Clovel we embed our Multicultural program into a variety of activities. As part of Clovel’s multicultural program we celebrated...

As parents, providing a well rounded childhood for our children is of utmost importance. Balancing education, play and opportunities for...

Like adults, children also need motivation to feel encouraged and inspired. To continue encouraging children, it is necessary for parents...

At Clovel, we embed sun safety into our daily fundamental skills program. The educators at the centre emphasise the importance...

As part of Clovel's performing arts program the children use wooden puppets to perform to their peers. Dramatic play is...

Building blocks is one of the best educational toys for toddlers that develops multiple skills in a child. It's a...

 At Clovel as part of our early learning program, the children engage in a range of different inclusive activities,...

 As part of our early learning program the children at Clovel engage in the use of Loose Parts. Loose...

 At Clovel, we embed our children's interest into our early learning program. We incorporate number sequencing as the children...

 What's in the Box is a sensory activity where the children explore different objects through sense of touch sight...

When compared to earlier generations, current ones lead a far more sedentary lifestyle not just in Australia but across the...

Developing fine motor skills is a critical developmental milestone for children, especially when it comes to writing. There are a...

Are you too focused on your child? There is a term for that and it was The term "helicopter parent"...

What if my friend holds my hand while playing? What if a child tries to hug me? With most states...

While it is quite challenging to believe, we have been in social distancing mode for months now on account of...

Parents are rightfully concerned about their children and how they will react to extended social distancing requirements. The COVID-19 pandemic...

As part of Clovel's Munch and Move program, the children enjoy physical activity with their friends. Our outdoor play program...

Listen to Lyn Connolly, Clovel Childcare Owner Operator, as she discusses the latest Federal Government changes introduced to the early...

Social interaction, education, and a nurturing environment are essential for a child’s overall health. Being cooped up inside a house...

At Clovel our children care for and wash their baby dolls during dramatic play. This develops their self-help skills, health...

Close to 200,000 families are facing a huge financial black hole when the government winds up ‘free’ child care next...

Children of all ages can benefit significantly when they are correctly socialised, and this is an essential and healthy aspect...

Join us for "STORY TIME" every Wednesday at 11am. Today for story time we are listening to ‘Ambulance’. Listen to...

Join us for "STORY TIME" every Wednesday at 11am. Today for story time we are listening to ‘The Ten Terrible...

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on our everyday lives. People are forced to stay home and isolate...

As part of our early learning program, the children engage in cutting which is a part of fine motor development....

Struggling to keep your children entertained at home? Follow the instructions in the video above so they can experience either...

Try ‘Counting with Paper Hands’ at home! Extend on your child’s numerical and number recognition skills with this easy activity...

Families around the globe are slowly getting frustrated with the lockdown and the laws that are in place to avoid...

Join us for STORY TIME every Wednesday at 11am. Today for story time we are listening to ‘Josh and the...

 An easy activity to do at home with your children is to create a road tunnel! Your child can...

Join in today as we sing ‘Three Cheeky Monkeys.’ We have a special guest in today’s song, Mr Crocodile! Send...

We are humbled by the support from our Clovel community and would greatly appreciate it if you took the time...

With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing in an unabated manner, we live in times where social distancing has become necessary. This...

Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful Mum's, Grandma's and carers who love and nurture their children with unconditional love....

A great activity that everyone can try at home is Beading using Fruit Loops or other items you have at...

Children begin to perceive changes in their immediate surroundings as soon as they come into this world. And by the...

Join us for STORY TIME every Wednesday at 11am. Today for story time we are listening to "We're going on...

 Try Literacy Letters at home! Extend on your child’s letter recognition and word formation skills with this easy activity...

Join us for STORY TIME every Wednesday at 11am. Today for story time we are listening to ‘Easter Egg Surprise’....

With families across Australia being compelled to stay indoors and self-isolate themselves, many parents find that working from home isn’t...

A great ACTIVITY that everyone can try AT HOME is the exciting Science Experiment: ‘Making a Gas Balloon.’ Follow the...

 As part of our physical education program, the children regularly engage in yoga. Yoga is a perfect exercise program...

Listen to Lyn Connolly, Clovel Childcare Owner Operator & ACANSW President Live on 2GB with Ben Fordham Advocating for the...

Given the Covid-19 situation and the risk it poses, Australian families now have to self-isolate themselves and their families to...

As part of Clovel’s preschool program, the children engage in Literacy activities through ‘Book Projects’. Our current book project is...

As part of our early learning program, the children are encouraged to engage in easel painting which is an essential...

Happy St Patrick's Day! Clovel had a visit from a very special Leprechaun who located a pot of gold under...

The preschool years of your child can be an incredibly imaginative phase in their life. The more you encourage their...

As part of our early learning program, the children engage in fine motor development which is essential in learning to...

Children are using their own thinking process to come up with different ideas. It is very important for their mental...

Every parent knows that raising a child is almost an overwhelming challenge. While we have access to resources that parents...

As part of our early learning program, the children enjoy playing with goop during sensory play! Goop is a softer...

At Clovel, we embed Bush Kinder into our Educational Program through a variety of activities. Bush kinder is a space...

Here at Clovel, as a part of our preschool program, we teach and show the children how to take care...

At Clovel, as part of our Munch and Move program we embed healthy eating into our preschool program through a...

Toddlers are at a stage where they are beginning to learn and master languages. As a parent or adult who...

Clovel’s philosophy "It’s all about the love" means that we all, from our management team, our educators and our children,...

 As part of our Literacy program, Clovel children engage in the I Love Reading program. The children learn a...

Math is a vital part of our lives and we all use it every day. Your child by instinct begins...

One of the many parental responsibilities include finding the perfect childcare for your little one(s). There are many factors to...

At Clovel, we believe that books and reading should be an essential part of childhood. Clovel’s literacy program is not...

We at Clovel Childcare and Early Learning Centre, provide a very nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. For...

One aspect of learning through play that the children love is Science. Learning through science will stimulate your child’s imagination...

At Clovel, we teach our children about the beautiful land on which we live. Our children understand that Australia is...

Hands-on cooking helps children develop pride and confidence in their skills and abilities. The act of following a recipe can...

Ladies and gentlemen, with out further ado, we invite you to press play and watch "The Three Little Pigs", a...

Would you remember the numerous hours spent as a child during the summer holidays bent over lined notebooks? Tracing letters...

At Clovel, we recognize the importance of a child having the confidence, self-esteem and the sense of self-worth. Check out...

 At Clovel we embed STEAM into our Preschool Program through a variety of activities. One of these activities is...

Our Clovel Castle Hill centre celebrated Pyjama Day where the children were invited to come to school in their pyjamas...

Talking, singing and sharing stories regularly is beneficial to the overall development of your child in many different ways. While...

HAPPY NEW YEAR to all our incredible children, families and educators! 2019 has been a wonderful year for Clovel! A...

 At Clovel, we embed our Performing Arts program into a variety of activities. Music is incorporated through song, rhythm...

Congratulations to our wonderful Educators who received an award this year. Your commitment and dedication to providing the best care...

Literacy development is a crucial aspect of your child’s development. It’s the basis for performing well academically, managing money and...

Our children built a scarecrow for our sensory garden! The children enjoyed working together using handfuls of straw to fill...

RUDOLPH PERFORMANCE! Merry Christmas to all of our wonderful children, parents and educators. We thank each and every one of...

We had a fabulous night celebrating the Excellence in 2019 Early Childhood Education Awards and were very honoured to take...

Blacktown Animal Holding Facility visits Clovel Childcare! Jacqueline, Companion Animal Education Officer taught the children how dogs communicate with us,...

Your child's growth needs to include various aspects of their life. While physical growth is a vital and visible aspect,...

 As part of our multicultural program the children role play catching a plane to Morocco, draw henna, create pottery...

Children have creative capacities we can hardly imagine. Like a painter, they visualise something different than a common eye catches....

Here at Clovel we pride ourselves on creating a sense of belonging, so as part of our Early Learning Program,...

At Clovel, we ensure our children spend time outdoors promoting a healthy active lifestyle. Physical activity is an integral element...

At Clovel we embed our Multicultural program into a variety of activities. As part of this we celebrated the Hindu...

Ladies and gentlemen, without further ado, we invite you to press play and watch "Goldilocks and The Three Bears", a...

Happy Halloween! The children had a fun-filled day enjoying different halloween themed activities including making mummies during arts and craft,...

When you send your child to a preschool, you are preparing them for their elementary education. Maths skills learned in...

As part of our science program, the children love participating in science experiments. Science is all about exploration and discovery...

At Clovel, we understand that self-regulation is essential to overall health. An activity that deepens their emotional intelligence is 'I...

From birth to early childhood, children use their five senses to explore and try to make sense of the world...

At Clovel we embed our Mathematics program in a variety of activities. Mathematics is the building block for everything in...

There is a growing recognition and understanding of the power of early thinking and learning in children. Most educators and...

Child development is the formative period during which a child’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social abilities develop. This period continues...

As part of our Literacy program, Clovel children engage in the I Love Reading program. The children learn a different...

 Happy National Educators Day to all of our wonderful Clovel Childcare Educators. In the castle of Clovel our King...

 Triple the love for this special Clovel Dad! The children gifted their Dad's with a pot plant to symbolise...

Generally, words like goal, structure, and organisation are commonly used in the corporate world, but now they are a part...

Congratulations to Lyn Connolly, owner operator of Clovel Childcare & Early Learning Centres for winning 'Most Outstanding Business Person Of...

Preparing yourself and your child for preschool is no less than a test for you. You wonder how your little...

This month our Clovel centres have been focusing on fire safety. As part of our educational program the Fire Fighters...

Children are a curious and inquisitive lot and love to enjoy every moment doing and creating something they love. They...

At Clovel, we embed our literacy program into a variety of activities including art and craft. One of these activities...

Playing is an integral part of childhood, but imaginative play is critical for the development of a child's emotional, physical,...

At Clovel, our philosophy is rooted by love. Our belief "if you're getting the loving right, everything else will follow"...

Right from birth, our children learn by exploring and playing in stimulating and safe environments. Their key relationships help them...

Ladies and gentlemen, with out further ado, we invite you to press play and watch “Wombat Stew", a play brought...

Healthy eating and healthy living often go together. Nurturing healthy eating habits in your children can go a long way...

As part of Clovel's sustainability program we repurpose reusable objects and incorporate them into our preschool program. Paper plate number...

When children are engaged in activity every day, they remain physically and mentally healthy. Staying active is essential for healthy...

  RECYCLED BOX CARS | As part of Clovel's sustainability program we repurpose reusable objects and incorporate them into our...

Meet our new Dance Teacher, Emma, who has been working with the children on rhythm and beat! The children have...

Math skills taught during preschool education are specifically designed to provide children the solid foundation they require to succeed in...

As part of our brain linkage program, our babies love throwing coloured balls into the ball box. This develops their...

This Mother’s Day our children express why they love their Mum and why she is so special! Happy Mother’s Day...

This article by everyonebenefits.org discusses how quality early learning benefits not only your child but families and our wider society...

This article by raisingchildren.net.au highlights important tips to help your child make the move from cot to bed. The bedtime...

This article by babyology.com highlights 5 benefits of early childhood education and outlines that the best early childhood education centres...

Clovel Childcare were chosen as National 'Champion Childcare' out of 23 finalists at the Australian Small Business Champion Awards. Lyn...

According to this article published by the University of Western Australia 66 per cent of children aged between two and...

In addition to overseeing the successful Clovel group of centres Lyn Connolly is the current President of the Australian Childcare...

Clovel Childcare & Early Learning Centre educators enjoy participating in the annual Early Childhood Education Week.  Each year the culmination...