Forbes Children's Centre in South Plympton | Education

Forbes Children's Centre

Locality: South Plympton

Phone: +61 8 8293 9000

Address: 80 Thomas Street 5038 South Plympton, SA, Australia

Website: http://forbescc.sa.edu.au

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25.01.2022 How do you guide your child to assess risk?

25.01.2022 We are so sorry to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances tonights food night drive by has been cancelled. To our families and supporters, we will be b...ack next week and we apologize for todays inconvenience. But please don't stop asking for help, we will endeavour to be here for you. We are just a message away. And we will continue to take our own advice. If you aren't seeking help, but want to help, we are seeking volunteers for our warehouse - with our next day this Sunday & need volunteers 7 days a week so anytime you think you can assist please let us know! If you can help, then please contact our page now. See more

24.01.2022 Ever wondered how Educators handle challenges? Time in...instead of Time out. Think that your child is Connection seeking rather than Attention Seeking...and youll begin to see your childs behaviour differently.

24.01.2022 Its National Child Protection week and Ive just found this excellent little printable that you could print out and either just stick up somewhere for your kid...s to read (we stick stuff like this on the back of the toilet door) OR use it as a prompt to talk to your kids about their bodies. I love the language used here The Mama Bear Effect Like it, share it, print it.

24.01.2022 ***Womens Legal Service SA*** Free appointment available at Darlington Childrens Centre!

24.01.2022 What are some lovely things you remember from childhood? (via The Enchanted Portal)

23.01.2022 Dr. Lawrence Cohen is a licensed psychologist who specializes in children's play and play therapy. He has written and co-authored five books that have been tra...nslated into 14 languages; his book Playful Parenting won the NAPPA GOLD AWARD for parenting resources. In this FREE packed masterclass Dr. Cohen explains: Why play is the gateway to communication and connection with our children. How to playfully parent in a way that fits our children's needs. The importance of acknowledging our children's emotions and how to do it. Lots of ideas for made up games, even if you are not a particularly playful parent. And so much more.

23.01.2022 Mount Lofty Botanic Garden is an explosion of colour in Spring - right now the Rhododendron Gully looks amazing. Fab pic by @flossie_create.talk

21.01.2022 You can still receive emergency help if it is not safe to speak, or you cannot speak. When a 000 caller doesnt respond to the operator's question 'Emergency. P...olice? Fire? Ambulance?' the call is transferred to an interactive voice response (IVR). The IVR asks you to press '55' if you require emergency help. If you dont press '55' after being asked three times, your call will be disconnected. If you press '55' you will be connected to the police. If you are still unable to speak, the police will attempt to call you back and might also send a patrol car to your address. Police will use the address for the service (which would usually be either your home or billing address). This means it is important to make sure that your telco has the most up-to-date address details for your phone services. If you are calling from a mobile service and are not at your service address, police will try to locate you and respond to your request. But this may not always be possible without an address or accurate location information. If you can speak and provide your location, you should do so. This will ensure police can respond quickly. Advanced mobile location technology, which can provide latitude and longitude coordinates of the mobile handset location should be available later in 2020. This will help to locate callers who are not calling from their service address. https://www.acma.gov.au/emergency-calls

21.01.2022 Interested Parents and Educators can register for this online event. If you can’t watch it live you can have access to watch it later.

20.01.2022 Celebrating the sensitive children & folks out there. We see you, we hear you, we value you. xx

19.01.2022 Dr. Lawrence Cohen is a licensed psychologist who specializes in childrens play and play therapy. He has written and co-authored five books that have been tra...nslated into 14 languages; his book Playful Parenting won the NAPPA GOLD AWARD for parenting resources. In this FREE packed masterclass Dr. Cohen explains: Why play is the gateway to communication and connection with our children. How to playfully parent in a way that fits our childrens needs. The importance of acknowledging our childrens emotions and how to do it. Lots of ideas for made up games, even if you are not a particularly playful parent. And so much more.

19.01.2022 Cant find the information you are looking for? You can now talk to WIS via Live Chat on our webpage! Visit us at www.wis.sa.gov.au And click on the: Hi th...ere, how can I help you pop-up Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 5:00pm. Our phones are still open - contact us on 8303 0590 or 1800 188 158 You can talk to us about: Family life and relationships Domestic/family violence, sexual assault and safety Health and wellbeing Accommodation and housing issues Financial security and independence Women's groups and events Education, training and career paths or anything at all... We can discuss options and choices relevant to your individual situation. Talk to us... if you need help but don't know where to start if you aren't sure what services can assist you if you've tried everything you can think of if you just don't know where to go next

18.01.2022 {Thursday 4 - Sunday 7 February 2021} *ADELAIDE BUG FESTIVAL* The Adelaide Bug Festival exhibition will feature various giant animatronic hissing and clicking i...nsects and creatures from different parts of the world. Visitors will be able to examine these insects up close and learn a lot about their importance in our ecosystem, extreme behaviours and the physical characteristics that allow bugs to thrive and survive. Find out more here: https://playandgo.com.au/adelaide-bug-festival-south-austr/ See more

17.01.2022 Auslan Tutor is FREE! In addition to National Week of Deaf People (NWDP) this Wednesday is International Day of Sign Languages. With school holidays around the corner how about learning Auslan using our Auslan Tutor app?

16.01.2022 The need to feel safe is primal. Were wired to fight or flee anything that presents itself as a threat - and shame, punishment, judgement, exclusion, humiliati...on all count as threat, even if they come with loads of love. . When our kids or teens mess up - which they will, because theyre humans not robots - the way we respond can open them up to our influence or shut them down to it. It can expand the fight and the disconnection, or it can shrink it. In time they will learn to be more in control of their urge for or flight, but for now, we will need to lead the way. (Of course, we are also human, and sometimes despite our biggest efforts to stay calm, we will step into the ring rather than wait for them to step out. Were human. Its going to happen. And thats okay.) . If we want them to be open to our influence, we first need to calm their active amygdala (the seat of anxiety and big emotion) by sending the message that we arent a threat. We can do this by validating their feelings or the need behind their behaviour (if we know what that is). . Validation doesnt mean agreeing with them, and it doesnt mean approving of their behaviour. What it means is letting them know that we want to understand the world through their lens. I can see youre really upset about this. It sounds as though youre worried Im going to get in your way. I can see this is important to you. I really want to understand. Can you talk to me about this? . When we do this, it sends a message to the protective, powerful, emotional amygdala that its safe and that it can back down. This will start to switch off the need to fight us or flee (ignore) us and open them up to our influence, support, warmth and guidance. . It also doesnt mean giving them a free pass on unadorable behaviour. What it means is letting them know that we see them, and that we understand there is something important they need. When things are calm, they will be much more open to exploring their decisions, their behaviour, the consequences of that (including any consequences for them), and what they can do differently in the future. See more

16.01.2022 How to help aggressive behaviour in children

16.01.2022 I see this all the time...parents feeling guilty for being grumpy, raising their voices, wanting space from their children... Parent burnout IS a thing. If you... can relate to the beautiful infographic below from Psyched Mommy, it’s important to tell someone who will listen non judgementally, so you can find a constructive solution... Rest, self care and prioritising your wellbeing without feeling guilty isn’t easy when you’re raising a family. The competing demands of parenting, life and all the roles we play can be very emotionally taxing. You’re not alone if you’re struggling. It’s okay to ask for help. Xx Madhavi Nawana Parker Lifeline: 13 11 14 https://positivemindsaustralia.com.au https://positivemindsaustralia.com.au/free-resources/ https://positivemindsaustralia.com.au/books/

14.01.2022 This #RUOK? Day lets pause and chat with a friend or colleague. Right now, its harder than ever for us all mentally to engage with each other, and some are f...inding the physical and mental isolation a real challenge. R U OK day is a good reminder to check- in on our mates, family and friends, and ask R U OK? Learn the Key Word Signs to ask R U OK? so that you can talk to people who use #KeyWordSign to communicate. #Scopeaust For more resources visit https://www.ruok.org.au/ You can download the PDF version of the poster from our website: https://kwsa.com.au/r-u-ok-day/

14.01.2022 Calling all mums with babies!! Are you free Tuesday afternoons for a free coffee and chat with a few other mums with babies?? Call us on 82939000 to join our new group!

13.01.2022 Adults have a significant role in modeling nonviolent communication and behavior. Being a safe space for children to mention and manage their emotions and repla...ce aggressive behavior with nonviolent expression through empathetic guidance is emotional coaching. You can be that for your child so they learn to be that for themselves and others. www.LeliaSchott.com [ online coaching & self-paced course] #selfhood #childhood #parenthood

13.01.2022 Calling all Forbes Childrens Centre OLD SCHOLARS Please see our 10th Birthday flier below!

12.01.2022 Boredom does so much for kids!!

12.01.2022 {Self-guided Trails} *CITY OF ADELAIDE* Spring is here and what better time to immerse yourself and your family in Adelaide's abundance of free nature trails...? Explore the new online collection of self guided trails from the City of Adelaide. Go at your own pace and explore some of the 760 hectares of Adelaide Park Lands. Find out more here: bit.ly/family-trails See more

12.01.2022 School holiday ideas!

12.01.2022 Adult Community Education Work Preparation City of Marion / Interskills Training/ SA Gov. English for work Level 1 and 2 Digital Skills Level 1 and 2 October 12... to Dec 11 Bookings are Essential For All Online Bookings: http://marioncommunityhubs.eventbrite.com/ Contact: 7420 6400 Email: [email protected] ACE courses are ONLY for people who: > Are 17 years and older > Are actively preparing for work > Can commit to the time required to complete this course

11.01.2022 It really isnt a race. Let children unfold on their own timelines.

11.01.2022 Have you had a chance to pop into Side Gate Cafe Marion Church of Christ, to see the beautiful display from the Women Together Group MarionLIFE Community Servic...es Inc. As part of the SALA Festival, you will be inspired and uplifted by the artwork and messages of these brave art pieces. Come along to our Community Cafe for a barista coffee, morning tea or lunch Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9.30am - 1.00pm.

11.01.2022 Think about this!

08.01.2022 A big thank you to everyone for keeping up with the rapidly changing COVID restrictions affecting Forbes Children’s Centre. By now, all our regular families will have received notifications about childcare and preschool arrangements. For all our community and parenting programs families, we’re really sad that unfortunately we are not able to offer our usual range of scheduled sessions until further notice. This includes Little Chatterbox, My Time, Music Fun, Multicultural Women and Children, My Child and Me, Bilingual Playgroup and Centre Tours. We’ll let you know via Facebook as soon as we can resume them. Please call the centre on 8293 9000 or Merridee on 0400 263 567 if you would like more information.

08.01.2022 Love comes in many forms... Via Peaceful Mind Peaceful Life xx

08.01.2022 Big Dish Up - at Marion Life Free 7 week cooking course Learn Budget cooking in bulk Commencing 15 September 10:30am-1:30pm 887 Marion Rd.... Mitchell Park Registration essential - Ph. 8277 0304 See more

08.01.2022 This is a great short read!

07.01.2022 Decorating rocks in our Multicultural Women and Childrens group this morning!

07.01.2022 Yes! Yes!!! Thanks for this extremely important reminder, Magda Gerber.

06.01.2022 Its as simple as real-life experiences. This is what makes the 1000 Hours Outside journey so powerful.

06.01.2022 Take care in the heat!

06.01.2022 It's National Child Protection week and I've just found this excellent little printable that you could print out and either just stick up somewhere for your kid...s to read (we stick stuff like this on the back of the toilet door) OR use it as a prompt to talk to your kids about their bodies. I love the language used here The Mama Bear Effect Like it, share it, print it.

05.01.2022 Speech Pathology- Western NSW Local Health District has useful ideas for communicating with children: ‘For children (and especially children with troubles com...municating) asking lots of questions can be overwhelming To help make conversation with your child, try and make lots of comments before asking questions. You can comment on what they are doing or what they are looking at. You might comment on what is going to happen next.’

03.01.2022 ****Free Baby Massage Course*** Starts Tomorrow - Friday 12 February 1pm! It’s not too late to book in!! Call 8293 9000 Forbes Children’s Centre, 80 Thomas St, South Plympton

02.01.2022 Be present in your children’s lives. Your presence is shaping them.

02.01.2022 It really isn't a race. Let children unfold on their own timelines.