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Milford Lodge

Locality: Buderim, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 5445 6228

Address: 28 Gloucester Road 4556 Buderim, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.milfordlodge.com.au

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24.01.2022 If you missed the live stream of our second 'Listening in the Wild' deep listening experience, it is now available on our website. You'll hear Brent Miller and ...Lyndon Davis share Kabi Kabi stories of Eudlo Creek, while Leah Barclay records and mixes an environmental soundscape to create this tranquil sonic immersion. Head to https://www.horizonfestival.com.au/ev/listening-in-the-wild to listen now. #WLD2020

24.01.2022 Friday June 11 is Nambour Show Day public holiday. Milford Lodge will be closed on this day. Below is more information about the Agricultural Show

23.01.2022 Make your wellbeing a priority .

22.01.2022 Real time at Milford Lodge with Michelle Scheu...

22.01.2022 Maggie's kind and warm approach in guiding young children's behaviour is worth listening to .

22.01.2022 If you're looking for a place to reflect on your parenting in a supportive environment check out our Circle of Security course starting up in a few weeks This... is a free offering incorporating self care and mindfulness, using a program based on years of attachment research. Every time we run this we get great feedback and we're excited to be offering it again! Big people only for this course as it’s a chance to reflect on your parenting we ask you come without your children. We need bookings as places are limited so text or ring to get your spot. Feel free to contact us with any questions or for more info about the course. See more

22.01.2022 A number of families have recently mentioned they would like some support regarding their children's behaviour -this webinar will be an excellent resource .

22.01.2022 Santa comes to Milford 2020 What a wonderful last day of the year we all enjoyed yesterday. A large group of very excited children went to see Santa's Christmas Chaos show produced by a good friend of ours Anne Grant & her theatre company 3bCreative down at the Buderim War Memorial Hall. We also met up up a special friend Enid from Bromilow who loved sharing in with the children's excitement.Santa very kindly offered to visit Milford Lodge after the show which was a wonderful surprise.

21.01.2022 Another beautiful day for Yarnin' Up. Thanks to Lyndon Davis, Brianna Hanson & Sally Lawrence <3

21.01.2022 RECYCLING IN YOUR BATHROOM SUNSHINE COAST Who knew there were so many items you could recycle in your bathroom! In this video, Sandie talks us through: Do I... need to leave the lid on bottles? What does the little number is the triangle mean? Can I recycle toothpaste tubes? Can nappies be recycled? What about used baby wipes, tissues and bandaids? Are perfume bottles recyclable? Plus lots more. Don’t forget the five simple tips to help you recycle right on the Sunshine Coast: Keep it clean empty of food, drink and other contents Keep it simple bottles and containers only when it comes to plastics Keep it safe for our workers and people sorting your recycling Size does matter nothing smaller than the size of a yogurt pot in Rethink and avoid. MRF that’s our Materials Recovery Facility at Bli Bli it sorts our region’s recyclables. Free disposal items at Sunshine Coast Council Resource Recovery Centres https://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au///Free-Disposal-Items What to recycle at Sunshine Coast Council Resource Recovery Centres https://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au//Recycling-and-Waste- What to REDcycle https://www.redcycle.net.au/what-to-redcycle/ Where to REDcycle https://www.redcycle.net.au/where-to-redcycle/ Officeworks pen recycling https://www.officeworks.com.au//sust/environment/recycling Oral Care Recycling Program https://www.terracycle.com/en/brigades/oral-care-brigade-au Electric toothbrush recycling https://www.terracycle.com/en-AU/brigades/colgateelectric-au Head to LIVING SMART to find how to rethink and avoid waste in the first place: https://www.livingsmartqld.com.au//cloth_nappies_101_eco-/

20.01.2022 Thanks to everyone for jumping in to help, especially Grandma Margie from The Goomeri Bakery for making a cameo appearance for morning tea and lunch, and also to Marianne for her baking session, baking Evie's birthday cake! Today's lunch: Coconut & Dill Barramundi, Sweet Potato Mash, and mixed vegetables.

18.01.2022 I love when you come fresh off the back of an awesome day like we just enjoyed with Michelle Scheu, straight into an awesome morning experience within your own space. Michelle is an advocate for allowing children to play, and leave the formal learning for later. Less sight words and worksheets, more play with literacy and numeracy. I loved watching this morning as children played on paper, creating stories, and using inspiration from the world around them. Neave and Charlotte... were making signs that matched a song they had been working on, which Neave then sang for us. Xavier told me that he learned how to write by watching other people write. Toward the end, just before morning tea, we put all of our pictures together to make a story. Neave's crow flew down and walked across my paper, but was eaten by the snake that Theodore had drawn. Theodore was already working on another picture and added to the story "... and then the snake came to the ocean and the shark ate the snake." Xavier then added his creative writing piece into the mix, saying that it was a sign saying "No snakes allowed to cross the road." At the end I loved that the boys counted and put away all of my new metallic markers, in the correct colour order, back into the box. The markers had really cool names, like Green Machine and Black Iron, which we read together. I knew all of the markers were there as Theodore had counted and checked frequently during his time drawing at the table, to make sure that they were all there. Plenty of organic 'Math' and 'English' happening all day long 'round these parts ;)

17.01.2022 Get amongst it people!

15.01.2022 2021 ready. Hopefully we see the sun tomorrow!

15.01.2022 We made pasta this morning <3

15.01.2022 We were delighted to be able to reconnect with our beloved Bromilow friends last Friday.Their last visit was in February this year due to COVID restrictions.What a precious reunion it was

15.01.2022 Guess what's featuring on our morning tea platters tomorrow?

15.01.2022 National Pyjama Day is very close to our hearts so this Thursday 16th July we are inviting all children to wear their Pyjamas and bring along a gold coin donation. National Pyjama Day is all about wearing your best bedtime attire to help The Pyjama Foundation raise much-needed awareness and funds for children in foster care. By wearing your favourite PJ’s and by making a donation, you’ll be making a difference to the lives of children in Foster Care.... With the money raised from National Pyjama Day, you’ll be helping us offer learning skills to more than 1000 children, fund educational resources and help provide stable, positive relationships.

14.01.2022 Some helpful tips for those green fingered families :)

14.01.2022 Such excitment amongst our Forest Dwellers today as we caught a glimpse of the eel .Eden echoed everyone's feeling ''I love this day'' :)

14.01.2022 Thanks for a lovely relaxing day at Yarnin' Up III... the only professional development event we have managed to host this year due to Covid-19 (highly unusual for us!). Hopefully 2021 brings us more moments like these <3

14.01.2022 When the children are away... Team Milford will play.... We had an awesome afternoon on our own grounds this year. Perfect weather, amazing pizzas and awesome tunes by our good friend Brett Campbell (no, he didn't play Scary Monster or Duck, Duck, Frog...) A fun way to celebrate the end of 2020!

14.01.2022 This workshop looks like it will be very helpful to our families who are interested in using modern cloth nappies.

12.01.2022 Happy Birthday Sharna! She's been here 'forever' and only just turned 30 now. Thanks to Fiona for putting together the birthday table <3

12.01.2022 This looks like lots of fun for families <3

12.01.2022 We are very excited to bring a brand new event on your Professional Development Calendar this year, and equally excited to be sharing our space with the amazing Michelle Scheu. Hope to see you there!

12.01.2022 Apparently Sam gave us a good wrap on the radio this morning. Feel free to throw a vote our way ;)

11.01.2022 Some familiar faces in this video :)

11.01.2022 You can apply if your child: is a Queensland resident aged from 5 to 17 years (inclusive) at the time of application did not receive a FairPlay voucher this year holds, or whose parent, carer or guardian holds, a valid Department of Human Services Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card with the child’s name on it.... If you are currently receiving JobSeeker payments, you are eligible for a Health Care Card, and can apply for a FairPlay voucher using this card. See more

11.01.2022 Recently Beau brought in a small fabric bandage from home and told me he wanted to put it in our first aid kit that we take to the forest.The following day just as we were leaving for our weekly Forest Dwellers adventure Angus arrived with a toy snake. I immediately thought how we could incorporate Beau's bandage and the toy snake into a real life learning experience and suggested that we might practice what to do if we did happen to encounter a snake whilst at the forest ....Continue reading

10.01.2022 Learn more about seasonal indicators and the connections and language that some plants and animals hold. Sit, listen and learn from Lyndon Davis, Gubbi Gubbi Elder on the Sunshine Coast, QLD.

10.01.2022 Graduation 2020: This year will be remembered for our ability to carry on by doing things a little differently.Planning to say farewell to our Library children this year certainly involved lots of organising around Covid restrictions etc . Rather than have our usual large group gathering we decided to offer a small group celebration every day this week.What a fun week it's been! It was so lovely to see just how excited the children were upon receiving their special trophi...es and I know there were a few tears shed as we listened to the funny stories and special memories of what makes each Library child unique. Thank you for choosing Milford Lodge for your child's early education and care.We have been privileged to share these special formative years.Our love and hopes for a happy and healthy future go with you ,there will always be a warm welcome at Grandma's House for you so please remember to visit from time to time . See more

10.01.2022 Another beautiful day in the Forest today .

09.01.2022 When the child goes out, it is the world itself that offers itself to him. Let us take the child out to show him real things instead of making objects which represent ideas and closing them in cupboards, Dr Maria Montessori, From Childhood to Adolescence.

09.01.2022 Bento dough anyone?

09.01.2022 Sadly our usual Father's Day BBQ had to be cancelled this year due to Covid restrictions around gatherings.We did however enjoy a wonderful visit from Rhythm Culture.We have really missed our live entertainment these past few months .Nathaniel kept everyone entertained for over an hour with his energetic drumming, singing and dancing.

08.01.2022 We still have a few tickets available for this Saturday with Michelle Scheu at Milford Lodge. This full day course is suitable for those working in Kindergarten and Early Childhood Services as well as Teachers and Educators working within the Early Years in Schools. This is also a fabulous course for those studying Early Childhood. As always, morning tea and a delicious lunch will be provided as part of your ticket - and of course the complimentary mini bar that many of our delegates have become well accustomed to ;)

08.01.2022 Today's Winter warmer was Roast Chicken & Vegetables. Thanks Larisa! Yummmm...

07.01.2022 Together, let’s stop the spread of the flu, coughs and colds at school! Remind your children to frequently wash their hands and cover coughs and sneezes. Kee...p kids at home if they are ill and notify the school as soon as possible. Find out more at: http://conditions.health.qld.gov.au///82/Influenza-The-Flu See more

07.01.2022 So this weekend was meant to be Village Ways V. Cancelled due to Covid. But Kylie from Tumble Tots Kindergarten kept their accommodation booking at Dusty Hill Vineyard with all intentions of having an amazing weekend either way. I'm so glad she did, and that we decided to head out to meet up. What an amazing dedicated team they are. They spent most of their weekend immersed in documentation and reflection, with only a few breaks for supporting small local businesses like The Goomeri Bakery and That's Nice Antiques & Secondhand. Was lovely that Jenny from St John's Kindergarten - Kingaroy came to meet up also. It's always lovely to share time with like minded Early Childhood folk <3

07.01.2022 FIRST NATIONS ARTWORK EXHIBITION OPENS TODAY! Caloundra Regional Gallery is offering a limited-time exhibition of First Nations Artworks from Saturday 18 July ...- Sunday 2 August. Drawn from the Sunshine Coast Art Collection, these works tell the stories of Country, both connection to, and the removal from and reflect the past and current future of the oldest continuing culture in the world. OPEN HOURS: Tuesday to Friday, 10.00am4.00 pm Saturday and Sunday, 10.00am2.00pm Visit the Gallery website for more info https://bit.ly/2ZA9lEV Image: Lyndon Davis, The Lore of The Land, 2018, Sunshine Coast Art Collection

06.01.2022 From Lunch Lady

06.01.2022 It is always an honour and privilege to offer tours to either perspective families or fellow colleagues from other services .Even though it was my RDO I throughly enjoyed my morning at Milford seeing what we do on a daily basis through a different lens ~ Nancy Such lovely feedback from our TAFE visitors today ''Beautiful day to explore Milford Lodge and learn about the excellent work they do with children. Our Diploma students were learning about the beautiful environments... and spaces for play. Thank you so much Nancy for all your time and care, and Molly for sharing your story with us. We learnt so much from your service. We saw calm and very confident children, who were perfectly engaged in their learning... making choices, exploring, connecting, leading, being creative and obviously belonging to their home away from home. Your environments are so beautiful we just wanted to stay!!! Hope we can come back soon! X' See more

05.01.2022 R.I.P Sir Ken Robinson

05.01.2022 Who wants to join Team Milford?

05.01.2022 Just enjoyed a last-minute impromptu lunch date with the fabulous Sally Lawrence at Rick's Diner. Just what I needed on my RDO! x Molly. PS. Yes! We did talk about Yarnin' Up III... Stay tuned...

05.01.2022 ONE WEEK TO GO: Don’t miss this action-packed Sunshine Coast expo at the Stadium Just one week to go until the FREE Emergency Services and Disaster Preparedne...ss Expo at the Sunshine Coast Stadium. It’s on Sunday 30 May from 10am to 2pm and everyone is invited! Get Ready Disaster preparedness information Emergency Service vehicles and heavy appliances Road crash rescue demonstrations Australian Defence Force information Queensland Ambulance Free CPR Awareness Training Queensland Police Service Pipes and Drums Kitchen fire demonstrations State Emergency Service flood boat Australian Volunteer Coast Guard information Vertical rescue simulation Jumping castle and more. More info: https://fal.cn/3fziT Sunshine Coast Council is delivering this event in partnership with Queensland Fire and Emergency Services - QFES, Queensland Police Service (myPolice Sunshine Coast), Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS), Energex, State Emergency Service (SES), Defence Australia, Australian Red Cross, Surf Life Saving Queensland, Australian Volunteer Coastguard, Neighbourhood Watch Queensland and Crime Stoppers Queensland.

05.01.2022 Thanks to Steph (Theodore's mum) for sharing this exciting news for a new book from Michael Nagel, from our local University of the Sunshine Coast. "With this book, I am challenging society’s apparent war on boyishness, and encouraging educators and parents to expand their understanding of the male brain to better support the boys in their lives, Dr Nagel said.

05.01.2022 This really resonates with us at Milford Lodge

05.01.2022 Who's made the trip out to The Goomeri Bakery and Dusty Hill Vineyard after enjoying the free treats the Grandma Margie delivers? I know a few families have <3 https://www.southernqueenslandcountry.com.au//8-country-b/

05.01.2022 Thank you so much to Kylie, Charlize and Aubrey for making this amazing masterpiece! <3

04.01.2022 Flashback. (Not too long ago....) I shared this photograph during a keynote with Narelle (Bribie Island Community Kindergarten) a few years ago at our own Village Ways (Conference). The content began with allowing children to freedom to play across the service, choosing where they want to play, what they want to play with, who they want to play with, and most importantly which adult they want to be with. (Key Educator Approach / allowing the child to choose their key educato...r). Jill was in the School House at this time (toddler age) and Hartley was in the Library (Kindergarten) but they still shared many meals together that year. So, so, special. I love this photograph <3 See more

03.01.2022 Thank you Bribie Island Kindergarten for sharing this insightful video regarding formal schooling.It is very timely as we hosted a wonderful parent information night last Tuesday with special guest Michelle Scheu from Chevallum State School . We discussed at length what it means to be ''Really Ready for School '' .

03.01.2022 We love that no two days are ever the same at Milford Lodge and there is always so much real life learning that children experience .Yesterday a group of children spent time talking to Matt, an Arborist from Parklands Maintenance . He was here to prune the beautiful tall palm trees on the front lawn.Matt patiently answered so many questions that the children had about his work. He explained the importance of his safety equipment as well as discussing the tools he would... be using including a chainsaw and pruning saw. We have a group of children who are particularly interested in power tools at the moment so this was a wonderful opportunity to discuss their favourite topic.The previous day Henry had brought in a hedge trimmer which we took to the park and Henry and his friends helped the gardener trim the hedges. We then sat in a shady spot on the lawn to watch Matt work removing all the dead and dying fronds from the palms which was fascinating for everyone .Afterwards they enjoyed collecting the seeds.They initially thought these were Macadamia nuts but Matt explained the difference and how the flying foxes enjoy eating these seeds. We also had to call out a glazier as a window in our Library room mysteriously broke on Thursday morning .When Jeremy arrived he asked ''where's the broken window?". Before I could offer to show him, the children excitedly called out ''we know! , we'll show you'' and led Jeremy to the Library.Again they had many questions which were patiently answered . Jeremy measured up the window and will return early next week to replace it.

02.01.2022 With the temporary removal of many of the wonderful experiences we hold dear, we were very excited to add some of our baking experiences for children over this past month. Other experiences back on the daily chalk board include outings to the park & forest a few times a week and pony rides on Macca. Currently I have been assisting with all baking experiences - Mondays with Ann, Tuesdays with Larisa and Thursdays with Steve. These are my favourite days, and I have been so imp...ressed with every session. Having been present for each experience, it is evident the reflection, thought and planning that goes into every baking session. It was wonderful to also have Marianne back in the dining room for baking on Wednesday this week. She and Amy, one of our wonderful School Based Trainees, said it was a fabulous bake. The new dining room, and most importantly, our custom made cooking bench (made by Justin) are amazing. Having originally planned for the bench space to be able to accommodate a maximum of a dozen bakers, it is easy to see now that we can actually host up to around 16! Honestly, I am hesitant to give these experiences back to my team as I am just having way too much fun! Looking forward to the return of more of our awesome Milford experiences in Term 3 :)

02.01.2022 There is so much to learn from our local Elders about the land we work and play on.

02.01.2022 Sock Monkey Painting Challenge. Rainbow Sock Monkey. White Card. Black Paint. Challenge accepted.

01.01.2022 Thank you to Luke and Penny's dad Peter, a Firefighter with Queensland Fire and Emergency Services ( QFES) who visited us on Friday afternoon .The children learned what to do in the event of a fire and Peter observed and gave us important feedback as we practiced our regular whole service fire evacuation . Quality Area 2 of the National Quality Standard Element 2.3.3: Plans to effectively manage incidents and emergencies are developed in consultation with relevant authorities, practised and implemented.

01.01.2022 Look who made it into my favourite magazine SF Brightworks <3 Lunch Lady

01.01.2022 Holding the Horton family close to our hearts today x

01.01.2022 The afternoon tea platters looked so awesome this afternoon. Couldn't resist plating up a serve. Chocolate Weet-Bix Slice with seasonal fruits. Passionfruit, Mulberries and Mint from Milford <3

01.01.2022 Discover the history of the Sunshine Coast’s First Nations Custodians. The collection includes stories from Traditional Owners, the Kabi Kabi and Jinibara peopl...e whose ancestral homeland is the Sunshine Coast and the broader Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community of the #SunshineCoast. Watch the collection of videos from the Sunshine Coast Council Heritage Library or scroll through the images for each story https://bit.ly/3f6pdoz

01.01.2022 Another beautiful day for Yarnin' Up. Thanks to Lyndon Davis, Brianna Hanson & Sally Lawrence