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Helping Children Build Independence and Emotional Regulation
Every child learns and grows at their own pace, and gentle guidance can make a big difference in building their confidence. Our latest Social Stories have been created to support children in developing two essential life skills: independence and emotional regulation. “I Can Do Things on My Own” encourages children to take pride in completing […]
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Building Strong Partnerships Through Communication
For most families, communication is one of the first things they consider when choosing an Early Learning Centre. In fact, studies show that more than 83% of families rate communication as one of the most important factors influencing their decision. While educational programs, activities, and learning opportunities are important, parents also want peace of mind […]
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What Makes a Childcare Centre Feel Safe?
For most families, safety is one of the first things they consider when choosing a childcare centre. In fact, more than 86% of families say safety is among the most important factors influencing their decision. While educational programs, activities, and learning opportunities matter, parents want peace of mind knowing their child is in a secure, […]
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Safeguarding in the Early Years: Supporting Children Before They Have Words
At Y Whittlesea Early Learning centres, safeguarding is our highest priority. It begins from the very first moments of a child’s journey, as early as 6 weeks old. For children in non-verbal age groups, communication looks different. It is expressed through gestures, facial expressions, body language and behaviours. This makes the role of educators especially […]
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15 Tips for Reading with Children on the Autism Spectrum
At Y Whittlesea, we recognise World Autism Awareness Day as an important opportunity to celebrate neurodiversity, promote inclusion, and share practical ways to support children in their learning and development. Reading with young children plays a powerful role in building language, communication and connection, and this is equally true for children on the autism spectrum. When […]
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Collaboration Brings Y WA’s School ReadY Program to Y Whittlesea Early Learning Centres in Victoria
At Y Whittlesea, we are always looking for innovative, evidence-based approaches that strengthen outcomes for children and families. We’re proud to share that through a collaborative partnership with Y Western Australia, the highly successful School ReadY Program will be rolled out across all seven Y Whittlesea Early Learning Centres from mid-February 2026. Originally developed and […]
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Why people choose to work at Y Whittlesea
What our 2025 Staff Engagement results tell us! At Y Whittlesea, our people are at the heart of everything we do. From early learning and youth programs to inclusion services, recreation, the way we show up for our community starts with how we support, trust and empower our staff. Our 2025 Staff Engagement Survey reinforces […]
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Healthy Kinder Lunchboxes for Everyone
This week, we’re jumping on board for National Lunchbox Week, an annual campaign championed by Nutrition Australia. The campaign encourages families to keep lunchboxes practical, enjoyable and nourishing, without adding extra stress to already busy mornings. At our Kindergartens, one of the most frequently asked questions from families is:“What should I pack in my child’s […]
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Innovative Learning at Y Whittlesea Early Learning
“The Y School ReadY Program helps build foundational skills like vocabulary, phonics, and early literacy in a way that feels fun and engaging for children” Ms Aulakh, parent of a participant of Y WA ELC. At Y Whittlesea, we’re always innovating to bring the best to your child’s education. That’s why, in partnership with Y […]
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