How to Build Resilience in Children
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Written by Dr Kaylene Henderson (MBBS FRANZCP Cert C&A Psych) Resilience refers to our ability to bounce back, adapt and keep going when faced with the setbacks, stress and tough times that inevitably come our way in life. None of us are born with this ability; Resilience isn’t an innate trait that children have in […]
NAPLAN: Tips for Parents to Support Children
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It’s that time of the year when school is back for Term 1, and primary school-aged children in Year 3 and 5 (and Year 7 and 9 in high school) across the country are getting ready to sit the annual NAPLAN. It’s a “testing” time for some but it’s the parents that need to do […]
What is Handball?
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What is handball? Handball is a game between 2 to 7 players on a hard court where a ball is struck with your hand, making it bounce into your opponent’s square. It’s a popular schoolyard game in Australia, as well as other countries like New Zealand, Fiji and more, and unlike other types of handball […]
OSHC Hub Supports School Community Demand
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With an increase in demand for before and after school care over the last couple of years, the Out of School Hours Care Hub Program was developed by the NSW Government to meet the needs of families. The custom-designed buildings cater for before and after school care in convenient locations. Camp Australia is proudly involved in the […]
Teaching with Screens Throughout the Years
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There is no doubt the experiences of the last couple of years have culminated in a far greater uptake of screentime and online activities for our young people. Along with an increased amount of time tethered to a device, we have also seen greater exposure to more sites, apps and social networks at an earlier […]
Transitioning Into a New School Year: How to Guide Your Child
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And just like that, the new school year is upon us! 2021 was a massive year, with most families experiencing lockdowns. This year will be an important year for children, no matter what year they are in. From Prep children, just starting their primary school journey, through to Year 6 children, who are looking forward to […]