Camp Australia Big School Ready
Your OSHCBig School, Big Fun! Starting school marks the beginning of a new adventure for your child, and with it comes the need for extra support outside of regular school hours. Understanding what’s available can make this transition easier for both you and your little one. Get your child big school ready today! Helping Your […]
Tips for the Transition to ‘Big School’
The transition to big school is a major milestone, and it can feel both exciting and a little overwhelming for both children and parents. There are a lot of changes for children to face; new classrooms, new routines, new faces, and a whole new world of learning. And for parents? You’re stepping into the world […]
5 Tips on Getting Ready to Start School
Why Preparation Is Key for a Smooth Start to School A smooth start to school begins with preparation. Whether your child is starting school for the first time or heading back after the holidays, a little planning can make a big difference. Preparing early helps children feel confident and comfortable. This can be especially true […]
How to Boost Your Child’s Sense of Belonging in Primary School
Helping Your Child Feel Like They Belong at School Thinking back to when you were in primary school, was there ever a time when you felt that you didn’t belong? That uneasy feeling of standing alone in the playground or walking through the school gate, hoping today will be easier than yesterday…many of us can […]
How to Be a Connected Parent by Lael Stone
In our busy, often overwhelming world of parenting, we often hear about being “connected” to our children. But what does this really mean, and why does it matter so deeply for our children’s wellbeing? Being a connected parent isn’t about being perfect or always knowing what to do; it’s about developing the beautiful skill of […]
Top 3 tips for building resilient kids that go beyond teaching them to ‘toughen up’
Article written by Maggie Dent for Camp Australia We hear a lot about resilience. It is often seen as a person’s capacity to ‘bounce back’ from adversity or adapt to challenges. When viewed only like that, it can seem a rather fixed, individualistic concept. However, we aren’t born resilient and being resilient is not about […]
How to Deal with School Refusal
With children back at school and Term 1 in full swing, there is one challenge in education that seems to be impacting schools and families. We’re seeing the continuing fallout of COVID, where last year there was a big drop in attendance rates from the impact of the pandemic and lockdowns. School attendance is a […]
How OSHC Programs Enhance the Education Provided During School Hours
Many children across the country attend out-of-school hours care (OSHC) before and after school, on pupil-free days and during the holidays. These programs provide a safe, enjoyable and – perhaps most importantly – supervised environment for children to socialise, learn and play when their parents may still be at work, studying or attending to other commitments. While […]
5 Tips on Getting Ready to Start School
Whether your child is starting primary school for the first time or getting ready for back to school activities, preparation goes a long way. That’s why planning for school is important to help your child feel confident on their first day or returning to the classroom. Why Preparation Is Key for a Smooth Start to […]