by Claire | Mar 16, 2021 | Articles, Pedagogy
This article explores the growing relationship between Greenpark School and Greerton Early Childhood Centre as we began to listen actively to the passion and commitment to make a difference for children’s learning that was the motivating force for teachers in each... 
by Claire | Mar 16, 2021 | Articles, Pedagogy
I have been living in a world with computers all of my life, for many of these years I did not really know computers existed and if I had decided to buy an early model it would have been cost prohibitive. I remember my first introduction to a computer, my son’s... 
by Claire | Mar 16, 2021 | Articles, Pedagogy
Forscher sagen schon lange, dass Babys von Geburt an – und höchstwahrscheinlich schon vor der Geburt – die Begleitung und die Anteilnahme anderer suchen. Dabei kommt es nicht auf deren Alter an. Es sind interessierte, vertrauenswürdige Menschen, die... by Claire | Mar 16, 2021 | Articles, Leadership, Pedagogy
Researchers claim that from birth – and most likely before birth – babies seek the companionship and engagement of others. These companions are of all ages. They are interesting, trustworthy people who have a playful respect for others. If this is so then... 
by Claire | Mar 16, 2021 | Articles, Pedagogy, Social Competence
In a 21st century world that is full of Surprise and Uncertainty, as change is exponentially thrust upon us, the work at Greerton Early Childhood Centre is based on a view that successful learners will be those who see the world as a place full of possibilities and... 
by Claire | Mar 16, 2021 | Articles, Social Competence
“Remember you have to share”, “Use your words” and “We donʼt hit around here” – are we really helping children when these practiced phrases spill forth smoothly form our lips as we rush on to the next group of children? I think our intentions are sound –...