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25.01.2022 We use nature to teach us, with a bamboo jungle we walk through, a climbing tree and vegetable gardens. We work together to grow produce for our families to share. We have sheep, lambs, cows and soon calves! Water is precious and we learn how to use it correctly. Thank you Lisa from @Hobbitfarm family day care for participating in our My Environment series!... #myenvironment #Hobbitfarmfamilydaycare #myfamilydaycare

24.01.2022 WANTED - SUMMER JiGSAW BOOK REVIEWER Calling all book worms and lovers of literature, we invite you to nominate for the position of JiGSAW book reviewer for the upcoming summer edition. Not only will you receive four wonderful books for your family day care business, you will also be able to share them with your children and discuss their thoughts and feelings about the stories with the entire sector.... If you would like to be considered as our book reviewer for the upcoming summer edition of JiGSAW, please email [email protected] with your membership number and contact details before 10.00am AEDT on Monday 10 October. We look forward to announcing our lucky winner! #JiGSAW #SummerEdition #BookReviews

24.01.2022 Join FDCA to access Visions for Quality, an online professional learning resource dedicated to highlighting the diversity of good practice within the family day care sector and reinforcing the importance of critical reflection. Available exclusively to our members through the FDCA Member Zone, this evidence-based program explores how strong and intentional educator practices foster strong learning and developmental outcomes in children. ... Each of the 12 modules within the program is an extension of our commitment to supporting you, our members, to understand the foundation of good practice and embed the values of the National Quality Framework within your work. To access Visions for Quality, simply follow the link! To join FDCA and discover the benefits for yourself, click here: https://www.familydaycare.com.au/membership

24.01.2022 Each year, FDCA invests in a national campaign to promote family day care as the natural choice for Aussie families and children. Last year’s campaign saw over 2,400 family day care commercials shown across the WIN Regional Network. This year's regional TV commercials will support our national campaign and run from October 2020 to January 2021, to increase exposure across the peak enquiry season for family day care. Have a peek at one of our commercials below. Don't forget that FDCA members can log on to their Market My Business Hub at https://tinyurl.com/FDCAmemberzone to download and share our commercials on their own networks.

24.01.2022 We are officially 1 year, 365 days or 8760 hours away from the FDCA 2021 National Conference in Hobart not that we’re counting! Whether you are a seasoned participant or a first time attendee, we can’t wait to welcome you to Australia’s premier family day care event. Every conference attendee will have the opportunity to participate in shaping the future of our industry, alongside some of the biggest names in the early childhood sector.... Follow the link to secure your spot and take advantage of our payment plans and early bird special.

23.01.2022 "The motto behind the street library is ‘take a book, give a book, share a book’." We think Renae's Family Daycare Street Library is a fantastic initiative! Read the article or visit her page to find out more about this colourful community feature. #feelgoodnews #streetlibrary #community

22.01.2022 Make sure your voice is heard in this exclusive family day care study. Every survey completed brings us a step closer to vital research that will increase the profile of family day care across Australia, and guide policy makers on the unique nature of the family day care model. https://survey.qut.edu.au/f/194775/2c8d/

22.01.2022 We are approved by Nature Play QLD and use natural resources and nature in our program as much as possible. We are situated on an acre with a small hobby farm where children can interact with goats, sheep and chooks and develop empathy and respect for living things. We embed indigenous perspectives into our service too by having regular workshops with Christine Stuart who is from the Gubbi Gubbi people. Children learn language, symbols, diversity and we pledge the Acknowledg...ement of Country daily. Thank you Mary from Beerwah Family Day Care Service for participating in our My Environment series! #myenvironment #myfamilydaycare #Beerwahfamilydaycare

21.01.2022 Following an unprecedented 5,600 nominations and the reveal of our ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, TAS and VIC Regional Educator Winners, FDCA are delighted to announce our final round of winners in the 2020 Excellence in Family Day Care Awards. Congratulations to all 17 of our SA and WA Regional Educator Winners! We are in awe of the achievements of our winners and the contributions they make to children and families in their communities.... We encourage our members to keep an eye out over the coming weeks for media coverage on our Regional Educator Winners, which will be shared on our Facebook page and website: https://www.familydaycare.com.au/awards/winners

19.01.2022 Following an unprecedented 5,600 nominations and the reveal of our ACT, NSW, NT and QLD Regional Educator Winners, FDCA are thrilled to announce our third round of winners in the 2020 Excellence in Family Day Care Awards. Congratulations to all 17 of our TAS and VIC Regional Educator Winners! We continue to be amazed by our winners' stories and the difference they make each and every day for children and families in their communities.... We encourage our members to keep an eye out over the coming weeks for media coverage on our Regional Educator Winners, which will be shared on our Facebook page and website: https://www.familydaycare.com.au/awards/winners

19.01.2022 Kindercare provides a Kindergarten program allowing preschoolers in small groups to PLAY, CREATE and CONNECT. Kindercare has developed collaborative partnerships with the Boon Wurrung elders. We learn First People’s perspectives while on Country to enhance our respect for the Boon Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation, the traditional custodians of the land we live and play upon. Kindercare develops a love for the natural environment, encouraging an enthusiasm for nature play... through playing outdoors and our weekly Bush and Beach Program on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. We recognise that early childhood is a special time filled with wonder, discovery and a love of life Thank you Heidi from Kindercare Family Day Care for participating in our My Environment series! #Kindercarefamilydaycare #myenvironment #myfamilydaycare

18.01.2022 Secure your Great Escape to the FDCA 2021 National Conference with our 10-month payment plan! Taking place in Hobart from 28-30 October 2021, your conference ticket is a gateway to networking with leaders in the early childhood education and care sector and shaping the future of family day care. Our exclusive payment plan allows you to spread your ticket purchase over 10 easy repayments and is open until 30 November 2020.... To join the Great Escape and take advantage of our 10-month payment plan, simply follow the link: https://www.familydaycare.com.au/fdca-2021-national/tickets

18.01.2022 Uncover the dramatic and curious wonders of a land down under at the FDCA 2021 National Conference. Your Great Escape starts with the purchase of your ticket: https://www.familydaycare.com.au/fdca-2021-national/tickets Will you be swept up in Tasmania’s wildlife or are you set on sampling the local produce? Either way you’ll be delighted by what our southern neighbours have to offer.... A big thank you to Discover Tasmania for the video. We can’t wait to see you there!

14.01.2022 FDCA are excited to announce an exclusive opportunity for our members to present alongside keynote speakers and stakeholders at the FDCA 2021 National Conference. If you are passionate about your work and hungry to share your expertise onstage to an audience of family day care professionals from across the country, this is the platform for you. We welcome submissions on a range of topics that appeal to the unique and varied experiences of our members. ... To submit an abstract of your presentation, or to secure your tickets for the FDCA 2021 National Conference, simply follow the link! #fdca2021nationalconference #standoutfromthecrowd #uniquelytassie

13.01.2022 Take part in a nation-wide study and shine a light on vital research! The findings from this study will support a greater understanding of the family day care model and guide future policy makers on the unique benefits and structure of family day care. We encourage you to follow the link and have your say on leadership across the family day care sector.

13.01.2022 At Renata’s Family Day Care the environment plays the role of third teacher. All resources are intentionally within children’s reach, encouraging curiosity and a love for independent learning. Through thoughtful provocations, a curious mind and a love for learning, the children are drawn to explore & investigate further. Our environment is filled with nature, texture & love. A part of everyone is here, the children, the families & the educator. With eight separate learning... areas on offer at all times, there is something here for everyone. What makes our environment so special is that it represents us. It’s ever evolving and grows authentically alongside the children, families & educator. Our industry is always changing and so too is our environment. Thank you Renata from Renata's Family Day Care for participating in our My Environment series! #Renatasfamilydaycare #myenvironment #myfamilydaycare

12.01.2022 Following an unprecedented 5,600 nominations and the announcement of our ACT and NSW Regional Educator Winners, FDCA is excited to reveal our second round of Winners in the 2020 Excellence in Family Day Care Awards. Congratulations to all 11 of our NT and QLD Regional Educator Winners! We continue to be amazed by the incredible work of our Winners and applaud the support they provide each and every day to children and families in their communities.... We encourage our members to keep an eye out over the coming weeks for media coverage on our Regional Educator Winners, which will be shared here and on our website: https://www.familydaycare.com.au/awards/winners

12.01.2022 How wonderful is this virtual excursion from Cumberland City Council Family Day Care! Cumberland City Council Family Day Care have always enjoyed excursions out in the community including parks, libraries and regular visits to our local community garden. Due to COVID-19 we have been unable to venture out as we would have in previous years so the team at Cumberland City Council Family Day Care have been creative in bringing the community to the children. ... One of these amazing ‘virtual’ excursions was planned as part of NAIDOC Week. We planned this week to share stories written by Aboriginal authors and illustrators in a local and meaningful setting. Much to the delight and wonder of our children the stories were read amongst a backdrop of emus, wallabies and sugar gliders. The feedback from children, families and educators was so positive and quite inspiring, with children clearly enjoying a closer look at the animals whilst engaging with stories celebrating indigenous art and storytelling

12.01.2022 Following an unprecedented 5,600 nominations, FDCA is excited to announce the first round of winners in the 2020 Excellence in Family Day Care Awards. Congratulations to all 24 of our ACT and NSW Regional Educator Winners! We are thrilled to recognise the incredible work of these educators and celebrate the support they provide each and every day to children and families in their communities. We encourage our members to keep an eye out over the coming weeks for media coverage on our Regional Educator Winners, which will be shared here and on our website: https://www.familydaycare.com.au/promoting-you/awards

10.01.2022 Our Regional Award Winners have been lighting up media outlets across the country! We are delighted to read their stories and celebrate their contributions to our sector. In case you missed them, here are just a few of the articles currently circulating on our winners: https://coastcommunitynews.com.au//rizalyn-wilbow-is-the-/ ... https://www.hawkesburygazette.com.au//lilypods-family-day/ https://www.bundabergnow.com//katrina-ashmore-family-day-/

10.01.2022 Shiver me timbers! Did you know that Saturday 19 September is 'Talk Like a Pirate Day'? Crack out ye eye patches and ye hooks to show your support for families living with childhood cancer. For all ye interested scallywags, make sure to visit the website.... #talklikeapirate #ahoymehearties #getyesealegs

07.01.2022 Child protection is everyone’s business, which is why we are delighted to feature this event from Country Kids Childcare 'Naturally Fun' showcasing their participation during last month’s Child Protection Week 2020. Country Kids Childcare had the pleasure to once again participate in the Hands on Art, ‘Shine a light on Children’ Lantern Project We felt inspired to do justice to the project and embrace the importance of highlighting Queensland Child Protection Week 2020, s...aid educator and event coordinator, Georgina. The morning saw a wonderful turnout of mums, grandmas and even a great grandma, surrounded by happy children. #childprotectionweek2020 #shinealightonchildren

06.01.2022 Celebrating its ninth year, the 2020 FDCA Excellence in Family Day Care Awards highlights the incredible work of family day care educators, coordinators and services, and the invaluable contributions they make to the lives of children, families and communities across Australia. Given the importance of this event for our members and for the sector as a whole, FDCA has decided to move the date of this year’s Gala Dinner from 21 November 2020 to 27 February 2021. In addition, F...DCA has put together a new schedule of announcements to maximise media visibility for our winners. With remaining uncertainty around border policies and COVID-19 restrictions, this shift in dates will support our members from all around Australia to attend the special evening. To find out more about the awards, please visit our website: https://www.familydaycare.com.au/promoting-you/awards

06.01.2022 FDCA is thrilled to announce our 2020 Excellence in Family Day Care Awards Star Award Winners! The Emerging and Perpetual Star Awards recognise educators, coordinators and services that are new to the sector and those who have shown dedication over a number of years. The winners of the Star Awards represent the talent of emerging educators, coordinators and services and the wisdom of those who continue to give to the sector.... We congratulate our 2020 Star Award Winners and thank them for their commitment to making family day care the natural choice in child care for thousands of families across Australia. We encourage our members to keep an eye out for media coverage on the awards, which has so far reached more than 404,000 people across the country!

04.01.2022 Did you catch us in the latest edition of ECA's Every Child magazine? Our advertisement promotes family day care as the natural choice for professional early childhood educators. We'll be unveiling this new look within our Market My Business Hub, so that our members can order free, customised digital material such as posters, flyers and brochures in this new style.... Stay tuned!

01.01.2022 Following three separate submissions to the Australian Government Senate Committee on COVID-19, yesterday FDCA’s Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Paterson, appeared as a witness before the Committee; the only ECEC representative to appear at the hearing. On behalf of our members, Andrew highlighted the many unique strengths of the sector and the vital role played by family day care throughout the pandemic and more broadly, as a vital part of Australia’s ECEC landscape. "Throu...gh the emergence of COVID-19 it was widely acknowledged that family day care is the most agile early childhood education care type in supporting children, families, essential workers and the economy..." Mr Paterson said. In detailing the challenges faced by the sector through the Australian Government’s funding responses, Andrew highlighted the inadequate consideration of the family day care model in the funding design and the inability of the funding structures to support the sector that ‘stood-up’ in support of families during COVID-19. "...the family day care sector remained highly resilient in the face of considerable adversity. I am incredibly proud to be a part of our sector - the continuity of education and care remained largely unbroken and our members worked collaboratively and professionally to provide for the diverse and continued needs of Australian children and families throughout the pandemic." While FDCA’s appearance at the hearing was an opportunity to reiterate the sector’s experience, it was also an opportunity to advocate for greater consideration of the uniqueness and strengths of family day care going forward. Andrew called on the Australian Government to improve consultation efforts, create a dedicated Commonwealth family day care policy team, ensure that future funding responses are appropriately tailored for our sector, and make amendments to the CCS fee cap to ensure equitable remuneration across the sector and support the provision of non-standard hours care. We encourage you to check out these highlights or watch the full video here: http://parlview.aph.gov.au/mediaPlayer.php