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ECKA

Locality: Ballarat, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5339 5055

Address: 11 Grandview Grove 3355 Ballarat, VIC, Australia

Website: http://ecka.org.au

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25.01.2022 NEW BLOG: Top 10 Books that showcase diversity in appearance of Aboriginal people It is essential that we provide children with a holistic range of Aboriginal c...hildren’s books that showcase the diversity of Indigenous peoples and our culture. This includes sourcing stories that represent diverse images of Aboriginal people showing illustrations of Aboriginal people who have both fair and dark coloured skin. It is common for many children to assume that all Aboriginal people have darker skin, which we know as adults to not be true. The following books are ones that we recommend using to build children’s cultural capacity and understanding of Aboriginal identity. We have intentionally listed books that represent fairer complexions of Aboriginal people as we know that many find these texts harder to come across. The titles listed don’t necessarily explicitly talk about skin colour, instead these concepts are embedded throughout the narrative. It is for the adult reader to intentionally teach and use the illustrations as a springboard for discussion. Check out our Top 10 Books that showcase diversity here: https://kooricurriculum.com//top-10-books-that-showcase-di

24.01.2022 The reason children struggle with expressing themselves is because they don't have the right words to say. offering suggestions is a great way to help them convey their feelings without feeling shame or frustration. Q/T @National Center for Youth Issues

24.01.2022 This week is the official first week of funded Three-Year-Old Kindergarten for Victorian children, as part of a staged roll-out across the state. We are really excited that children in our communities will have access to two years of funded Kindergarten programs! The ECKA Services who are able to offer funded 3yo Kinder in 2021 include:... -Creswick and District Preschool -Clunes and District Preschool -Daylesford Preschool -Hepburn Kindergarten -Trentham Kindergarten From 2022, all other local government areas will be offering 5 hours of funded 3yo Kindergarten, increasing to 15 hours in 2023. For more information please visit: https://www.vic.gov.au/kinder or https://www.education.vic.gov.au//three-year-old-kinder.as

23.01.2022 Our wonderful Clunes educators Star and Lee received these printed masks, made by a thoughtful parent! A great way to remind ourselves that sometimes it is the small, thoughtful gestures that mean the most.

21.01.2022 Effective ways to build your child’s vocabulary from Learning Links. Visit StartingBlocks.gov.au for tips on reading with your child and ways to encourage their learning https://www.startingblocks.gov.au/at-home/

20.01.2022 If your child is turning four before 30 April next year, you are encouraged to register now for four-year-old funded kindergarten. First round offers for four...-year-old kindergarten in 2021 will be sent out from the start of August. To access the online registration form, visit bit.ly/2YiyMZM For further assistance, call 5320 5720.

19.01.2022 The ECKA office is now officially open for 2021 We hope everyone had a restful Summer break, and is ready to settle back in to a new routine. We can't wait to see our new and returning families, and create more amazing memories this year!... #kindergarten2021 #ballaratbusiness #ballarat #kindergartenballarat #earlylearning

17.01.2022 An excellent resource for Families from raisingchildren.net.au, with advice on: Family Wellbeing and Physical Distancing. Talking with Kids and Teens. Covid links, tips, resources and reliable info.... Home play and activity guides. NDIS Support information. Siblings fights. Staying positive. Parent Wellbeing. See more

16.01.2022 Tomorrow is R U OK?Day, a reminder to start a conversation that could change a life today, tomorrow and any day it's needed. Learn what to say after R U OK? so ...you can keep the conversation going when someone says they're not OK. Visit www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask #RUOKDay #theresmoretosay #RUOK See more

15.01.2022 "A child's self-regulation is their ability to understand and manage behaviour and reactions to feelings and things happening around them. It includes being able to: regulate reactions to emotions like frustration or excitement... calm down after something exciting or upsetting focus on a task refocus attention on a new task control impulses learn behaviour that helps you get along with other people. Children develop self-regulation through warm and responsive relationships. They also develop it by watching the adults around them. Self-regulation starts when children are babies. It develops most in the toddler and preschool years, but it also keeps developing right into adulthood. Find out more about helping your child learn self-regulation and what to do when there are problems with self-regulation."

15.01.2022 Good news for the kids, Santa will be safe to travel this year!

14.01.2022 Emerging Minds Australia has released an excellent toolkit full of information for those supporting young people, and their mental health, during the Pandemic. If you need support, or have any questions regarding your ECKA Kinder program, please don't hesitate to contact us. 5339 5055... [email protected] See more

13.01.2022 Best-selling author and internationally renowned painter Sally Morgan teams up with Ezekiel Kwaymullina for a picture book celebrating country. This gorgeous picture book is perfect to share with children ahead of Indigenous Literacy Day (2 September). Learn more: bit.ly/2QoDZLP

13.01.2022 Hepburn Kindergarten getting into the Christmas spirit

13.01.2022 Stickers of a few things and animals, papers of any shape, a pen and some pegs is all you need to try this activity to teach your child the alphabet. Repost from You Clever Monkey

11.01.2022 Do you, or someone you know, have a Diploma or Cert 3 in Early Childhood Education? Are you looking for a job or change of scenery? We currently are seeking expressions of interest for part time or casual Educators at Trentham Early Learning Centre.... Please apply below via Seek and share with your friends and family.

10.01.2022 ELAA, in partnership with the Department of Transport to deliver the Starting Out Safely program, has developed a parent resource that explores how parents can play a vital role in teaching children about being safe pedestrians, cyclists and passengers https://bit.ly/2CYd8TJ

10.01.2022 "...Free kindergarten for three and four-year-olds in funded programs, and reduced fees for three-year-olds in unfunded, sessional kinder."

08.01.2022 There's just over a week until Children's Day 2020. This year's theme is 'We are the Elders of tomorrow, hear our voice.' Children’s Day is a chance for everyon...e to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and traditions, and the importance of children in their early years growing up strong in culture and identity. Find resources, local celebrations near you, and register your event with SNAICC-National Voice for our Children: https://bit.ly/ChildrensDay2020Activities

08.01.2022 In 2022 the Victorian Govt will commence funding three year old kinder in Ballarat. We will be looking for new Teachers and Educators, so if you are interested in obtaining an Early Childhood qualification please check out this post. http://www.vic.gov.au/kinder

08.01.2022 A letter to all Parents, Guardians and Carers regarding the current COVID-19 situation, from the Chief Health Officer.

08.01.2022 Excellent speech from MP Juliana Addison regarding Early Education reforms. Featuring her personal experience at Fidelity Kindergarten with our amazing educators, Heather and Mary. Well done Ladies (listen at 5mins)

07.01.2022 This week our guest reader for Ballarat Reads Online is the wonderful Renee Price. As we go back to remote learning in Ballarat, make sure you check our Facebook page for new stories - the kids will love have storytime and it will give parents a few moments of peace.

07.01.2022 All ECKA Kindergarten programs commence for term 3 from Monday 13th of July. We look forward to welcoming back all 3 & 4 year old children. All Kinders will continue practices of hygiene and social distancing and anyone displaying any symptoms of colds or flu must stay at home.

06.01.2022 What exactly do your Kindergarten educators mean when they say the center uses a "play based approach" with the children?

05.01.2022 Interested in working in Early Childhood, or know someone who is? The Vic Government has a webpage dedicated to helping you find a job in Early Childhood Education Take a look below

03.01.2022 Murdoch Childrens Research Institute' research assistant & paediatrician from The Royal Children's Hospital, Dr Billy Garvey, recently chatted on Jo Stanley's M...um + One podcast about mental health and kids. Dr Garvey can be heard on episode # 7 'Orchids or Dandelions? Helping Your Kids Stay Mentally Healthy'. Take a listen. https://www.sen.com.au/programs/mum-one/

02.01.2022 Hepburn Kindergarten Campfires

01.01.2022 Tomorrow is #ChildrensDay2020! Visit Aboriginalchildrensday.com.au to access digital resources to print and share, and to find out what events are happening thr...oughout Australia. We are the Elders of tomorrow, hear our voice. #EldersOfTomorrow #StrongInCulture #NATSIChildrensDay2020

01.01.2022 It's common for some children to experience nervousness surrounding leaving the comfort of their home to venture into Kindergarten. This year has increased that stress for some children. Stopping and starting Kindergarten throughout the year may have caused some anxiety for your child. 'The Silly Brain' written, illustrated and READ by Ellen Gleeson helps children to learn techniques to relax and in turn, enjoy going to Kinder