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25.01.2022 Today is ‘International Day of Sign Languages’ and the theme for 2020 is ‘Sign Languages are for Everyone!’ With an estimated 72 million deaf people worldwide, today celebrates the linguistic identity and diversity of deaf people and sign language users across the world. For more information, visit https://www.un.org/en/observances/sign-languages-day Here’s a message from Amanda and some of the children at SDN Hurstville..

25.01.2022 NSW South Coast residents including SDN Batemans Bay Centre Director Rebecca, share their account of the fires that reached their community on New Years Eve 2019, with Bec reflecting on 2020 as a year of learning and healing... http://ow.ly/D8cg50CYVUP

25.01.2022 Children at SDN Marrickville have been actively reducing, reusing and recycling. Following the set-up of a recycling station at the centre, preschoolers have been identifying materials for collection, then repurposing discarded materials to turn into colourful, new art creations.

25.01.2022 Amanda from the Wayside Chapel recently visited the children at SDN Woolloomooloo to talk about their ‘Christmas appeal’, helping people in need in the community. To help lift spirits for those in need at Christmas time, preschoolers are creating special messages with words of kindness. The centre has set up a donation area in their foyer for the appeal, where families can help donate practical items such as supermarket gift cards and useful non-perishable foods. ... SDN Woolloomooloo is currently enrolling for 2021, visit http://ow.ly/HX1C50CIvE7

23.01.2022 This week we welcome our three new centres to the SDN village. SDN House at Pooh Corner Kensington at UNSW SDN Tigger’s Honeypot Randwick at UNSW SDN Owl’s House Kingsford at UNSW... We have enjoyed meeting families and team members this week and look forward to a positive year ahead, working together to support our commitment to children’s learning, wellbeing and development.

23.01.2022 There were days during Melbourne’s lockdown that Catherine Devine let her six-year-old water-loving autistic son, Joshua, have half-a-dozen baths, just to keep him entertained. Read more. The Age

22.01.2022 Welcome to SDN Milperra’s pop-up Hair Salon,‘Crinkle Cuts’. Created by preschoolers and educators following the children's interest in bringing a local business experience to the centre. Children have been working together to ensure the smooth running of the salon, managing bookings and payments, looking after equipment, cutting and styling hair for their customers.

20.01.2022 It's Christmas!! How quickly did that come around! If you're like the rest of us, you probably haven't had much time to get prepared! Here are Jo Abi's tips on getting ready for a smooth and fun festive season.

20.01.2022 To ensure we keep children, families and staff in our centres safe, we are putting additional safety measures in place at our Sydney centres. Family members attending our centres, or dropping off or picking up their child are required to wear a mask (unless there is a pre-existing reason they are unable to do so). One family member only to attend a centre tour at one time. Families on tours must also wear a mask. ... We thank our community for their understanding during this current time. For more information visit NSW Health https://www.nsw.gov.au//what-you-can-and-c/greater-sydney.

18.01.2022 Merry Christmas from the Children’s Therapies team A Big Thank you to all the children and families we have partnered with through this challenging year! We wish everyone a safe and happy festive season and look forward to a strong partnership together in 2021.

18.01.2022 Need an activity idea for a child 3 and up? This fun and imaginative game is all about saving bugs from the spider web. It promotes fine motor development and hand/eye coordination skills. To find out more, visit our Family Activity hub http://ow.ly/4cgF50BpEBr

14.01.2022 Meet new graduates Tori and Meg from our Children’s therapies team as they share their perspective on starting a career with SDN. I was looking for good support, people I could get experience from. I’ve found that at SDN. We encourage candidates in the areas of Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology to explore our vacancies https://www.sdn.org.au/careers/

14.01.2022 Families living with autism have struggled to get their children involved in physical sport. But now there's a new option with the WACA expanding its cricket program following a winning first season. #9News

14.01.2022 We encourage interested families to join us for a live online meet & greet session on the 20th November, to learn all about SDN Beranga Autism Specific Preschool. Register here http://ow.ly/BRXA50Cd7eO

12.01.2022 Children at SDN Riverwood have been developing curiosity for the apple tree which has been blooming in the centre garden. Educators have been fostering imagination and learning by reading, 'Mr Brown's magnificent apple tree' a humorous story exploring concepts of sharing, counting and climbing. Children have enjoyed exploring the leaves and branches of the tree and picking ripe red apples to share among their friends as a delicious treat.

12.01.2022 115 years ago today, on the bright morning of 7 December 1905, we opened the door to our first long day care nursery in Woolloomooloo, welcoming children and families from the community. Months of fundraising, community support and hard work had paid off, finding the ideal space. The terrace had spacious rooms and a courtyard where children could learn and play, a kitchen where nutritious meals could be made, a cosy cot room for babies, washroom and more. Most importantly, local mothers were reassured their little ones would receive nurturing care throughout the working day. Today, we celebrate our beginnings 115 years ago and recognise the amazing achievements we’ve made thanks to the commitment of our dedicated staff. SDN is proud to continue supporting families and children in our communities.

11.01.2022 Today is International Day of People with Disability. A day to increase awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability. This year's theme is, 'Building Back Better: toward a disability-inclusive, accessible and sustainable post-COVID-19 World'. #IDPWD CEO Kay Turner shares... ‘Inclusivity is important to SDN, as one of our values and part of our purpose. Families have reminded us that inclusion is not just about access to services, it’s about belonging and ...respect. We will continue to listen and keep improving. SDN is committed to ‘Building Back Better’ for children living with disability and their families.’ Find out more here: http://ow.ly/ZUBg50CBcCp http://ow.ly/f9fv50CBcCu

10.01.2022 SDN Book Spotlight: Amanda from SDN Hurstville shares a reading of ‘When I'm feeling Kind’ by Trace Moroney. A great book to share with toddlers and pre-schoolers, part of the ‘When I'm feeling...’ series exploring different emotional concepts for young children. https://youtu.be/1pGCjF6r9DI

10.01.2022 SDN's Book Spotlight: Amanda from SDN Hurstville shares a reading of 'Some Dad's by Nick Bland, which celebrates the Dad's in our community, from the loud, sporty, naughty, and proud http://ow.ly/2o3L50BlB9T.

09.01.2022 Children at SDN Riverwood have been growing and harvesting fresh spinach from their garden. With guidance from educators, children have been getting hands-on, adding fresh spinach with other ingredients to measure, mix, stir and bake, producing fresh spinach bread and delicious smoothies to share with their friends. They are excited to continue growing and caring for a range of different vegetables in the centre garden.

08.01.2022 NSW Department of Education has launched an inclusive learning support website which includes information and resources to help support the families and carers who have children with disability or additional learning and support needs.

06.01.2022 We wish everyone in our SDN community a happy and safe holiday break

04.01.2022 This week, we celebrate OT Week 2020, which recognises occupational therapy and the many ways occupational therapists help all people to reach their potential. Here are some of our OTs who work together each day, supporting children to live, play and learn to the fullest. #ThisIsOT #OTweek

03.01.2022 "We know how a genuine transformation to inclusive education can be achieved, and we have examples from overseas where it has been put in place. Change in this country is achievable and long overdue." Excellent article by Dr Kate de Bruin

03.01.2022 Today for ‘R U OK Day’ we recognise the importance of supporting the wellbeing of everyone in our village and are reminded that ‘every day is a day to start a conversation that could change a life.’ For information and advice visit http://ow.ly/yOrp50BmC5t

03.01.2022 Our Children’s Therapies team have been running a ‘Transition to school’ program for families. This four-day program gives children the opportunity to engage in activities and experiences they will have during their new adventures at ‘Big school’. Parents were on hand to observe and meet our therapists, get further tips and advice to support children and discuss more around what to expect. We wish children good luck with starting school in the coming weeks.

01.01.2022 Today, it’s Happy Birthday for SDN Linthorpe St, Newtown as we celebrate 90 years of history. Centre Director Elleni shares, ‘I’d like to thank everyone for making our community what it is, from our children, families, staff and donors.’ Hear from Linthorpe St educator Nina and the children, as they share what makes their community special...

01.01.2022 Preschoolers at SDN Milperra have been discovering Minibeasts. This exciting space includes an indoor garden with natural plants where children can observe insects in their natural environment. They can also go on the hunt for pretend bugs and creepy crawlies to learn more about them.

01.01.2022 Join us for a third and final webinar in the ‘Transition to School‘ series. Lee Yelland, Centre Director at SDN Bluebell explores the practical ways we ensure a child's village is ready for their transition to school. To explore our webinars visit http://ow.ly/5jHy50BzHhg