Apr

Focus on Children: Information supporting children during COVID-19

As many of you are aware there is little we can do to stop children noticing what is going on at the moment. Educators have reported children using COVID-19 more and more in their play which may seem concerning. However, it is a very natural way for children to express their feelings. In saying this, […]

Mar

Preparing for home learning

Hello Educators, With lots of families keeping their children at home during these uncertain times we thought we would give you some inspirational ideas to continue connecting with your families through your private Kinderloop. Families need us more than ever at the moment, staying indoors can be challenging for both adults and children. As educators […]

Mar

Keeping the positivity flowing…

We’re in uncertain times. But it’s not all doom and gloom… let us show you how to stay positive, and use the resources you have to make the most of the situation. In today’s blog we’ll: Suggest ways to continue communicating with your enrolled families through this uncertain time Offer suggestions for early childhood activities […]

Mar

Family Engagement… the age old challenge

Over the course of this article we’ll share: Tips and suggestions from early childhood Educators on how they engage and interact with families  A variety of ways Kinderloop can help you increase family engagement each week Each year, children move on. New families begin care, the slate is wiped clean and the topic of family […]

Feb

Meet Our Educators: Emily Robinson – Little Avalon Family Daycare

Q – What is the best thing about working with little people?A –  Enjoying the simple things in life and I love seeing the world from their little eyes. Even a simple walk can really remind you of how their perspectives are so different. They’re still so open and innocent, and they’re not rushing, so […]

Jan

Meet the Professionals: Astrid Kylstra – Dentist

Full name: Astrid KylstraQualification: Bachelor of Dental Science (Hons) Qld Q – How long have you been a practicing Dentist?A – I graduated in 1994, so I have been practicing for a long time!! Q – Do you often treat children in the preschool or early schooling years?A – Yes!! We love to see young […]

Jan

Powerful reporting in your Kinderloop

Reporting… is it needed in the early childhood sector? Errrm, YES, absolutely! Here’s a glimpse at what we’ll be looking at in further detail in this article. Reports utilising Learning tags Reports based on individual children Using and creating bespoke reporting templates If you regularly use Kinderloop for Early Years documenting and haven’t been utilising […]

Dec

Meet Our Educators: Blaise Simmons – Bluey’s Treehouse Early Learning Centre

Q – What is the best thing about working with little people? A – The thing I love most about working with children is the reminder to live in the moment. There is no tomorrow or yesterday, its all about right here, right now. They are so open to everything and just watching them play […]

Dec

Kinderloop’s Immunisation Schedule Feature

If you’ve been a Kinderlooper for any period of time now, you’re likely aware that we highly value our Educators and we really listen when feature requests are made, actioning them whenever possible. One such request was a built-in immunisation (or vaccination) schedule that allows Educators to keep track of individual children’s immunisations whilst in […]

Nov

Meet the Professionals: Penelope Dalton – Occupational Therapist

Full name: Penelope DaltonQualification: Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) Q – How long have you been a practicing Speech Pathologist?A – I’ve been a practising O.T for forty years. Q – Do you often treat children in the preschool or early schooling years?A – I work with children of varying ages – from two […]