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Social Justice in Early Childhood
The development of empathy and a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect is an important component of 'Connectedness': one of our nine Positive Learning Attributes at Carey.
08 August 2019
The importance of outdoor play in winter
When we think back to our childhood, our memories are often highlighted by outdoor play: climbing that big tree, scooting down the steep hill. I can remember playing cricket with the local...
25 July 2019
Storytelling in the early years
‘If you want your children to be smart, tell them stories. If you want them to be brilliant, tell them more stories.’ – Albert Einstein
During literature week, storyteller Anne Stewart visited the ELC...
Inspiring our young writers
Our recent Carey Celebrates Literature Festival was a huge success. Once again, we hosted some big names in children’s literature: James Phelan, Lucinda Gifford, Heath McKenzie...
20 June 2019
Reconciliation in the ELC
Reconciliation Week is a reminder to embed teaching about our Indigenous history and culture in our ongoing curriculum – not just for one week or for one special activity. Our history is part of...
06 June 2019
ELC making connections in the Carey community
One of the great strengths of our school is the sense of community. For the ELC children this means there are many and varied...
23 May 2019
25 Years of ELC at Carey Kew
Last Friday the sun was shining upon us, as children, educators and guests gathered on our beautiful decking area in the ELC. As guests arrived, the children found a place at their tables, adorned...
09 May 2019
Grandfriends visit the ELC
There was a lovely buzz and lots of smiles around the ELC last week when many Grandparents and friends came to visit the ELC children. The children’s connection to their grandfriends...
04 April 2019
Resilience in the ELC: Bouncing back
I hope you have noticed our resilience display near the entrance to the ELC. Educators are gradually putting up photos attached to springs of all the children, creating the image of the child...
21 March 2019
ELC News
Thank you to the many parents who took the time to meet with their child’s teacher recently. These information sharing meetings are a valuable opportunity for educators to learn more about...
07 March 2019