Service Spotlight: Busy Bees at Cameron Park Celebrate NAIDOC Week

What is NAIDOC Week? NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia each July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life. The week is a great opportunity to participate in a range of […]

Why Children Should Be Involved in Social Justice and Their Community

‘The Researchers children were sitting at the lunch table eating a healthy zucchini slice, when one of the children asked; “What’s the green stuff in this? It tastes really nice”. Sonia, the Service Chef, replied to him, “That is zucchini, which is actually a fruit related to pumpkin and squash. It is one of the […]

How We Teach Empathy to Children

  What does empathy look like? Emotional sharing: when a person experiences unpleasant feelings because they saw or heard another person in distress (e.g. when we cry because a loved one is crying) Empathic concern: a person’s desire to care for others who are vulnerable or experiencing distress (e.g. wanting to help a person experiencing […]

6 Healthy Habits to Protect Your Family from Cold and Flu

Of course, it’s not possible to completely shield your child from ever catching a cold or flu, but there are healthy habits you can teach them to protect themselves and other children this flu season. Get Them Into the Hand Washing Habit Hand washing is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread […]

Service Spotlight: Busy Bees at The Park Send Care Packages to the Troops

Earlier this month, our Busy Bees at The Park Service in Canberra held a Pyjama day to collect donations for care packages they created for troops currently serving overseas. “Busy Bees at The Park recognise that a majority of our families are in Defence” said Service Manager, Ferne Owen. “This is a great initiative that […]

Busy Bees Opens Its First Service in New South Wales

Laura Redding has been appointed as Service Manager and brings with her 8 years’ of experience in early learning. Laura is committed to encouraging learning and growth in children, catering to their strengths and abilities and understands the importance of providing children and families with an environment that is safe, secure and supportive. Laura is […]

Busy Bees at Mitchelton Opens Its Doors with a Buzz of Excitement and Activity

The new Service provided a hive of activity for the children already enrolled who have spent the last two weeks making new friends and creating bonds with their new teachers and beginning their journey as part of the Busy Bees family. Trish Crofts has been appointed as Service Manager and brings with her over 15 […]

How to Best Prepare Your Child’s Transition to School from Kindergarten

Becoming familiar with your child’s school: • Refer to the school as your child’s school whenever you are passing by. • Attending school fetes, fairs or community events. • Finding out from your preschool or daycare centre which children from the centre will be attending the school. You can then organise play afternoons and get […]

Australia’s first Busy Bees Service opens at Burpengary East

Dozens of families and community members were given a preview of the Service and its offerings at the open day which was held last month. Children and their families were welcomed into the world of Busy Bees at Burpengary East which features beautifully designed open plan rooms and a spacious outdoor setting that includes a […]