The Early Years Learning Hub Podcast

This episode is a practice sharing with a difference and sits alongside our last practice sharing where we unpacked Speech Therapy. In this episode we talk to Lucy O'Brien who is an Occupational Therapist (OT) at Inner West Paediatrics. Lucy talks us through what OT is and how it can help children (and adults) to function better in their world. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'. ⁠⁠Inner West Paediatrics⁠Related Early Years Learning Hub courses:⁠Strategies for identifying, communicating and planning for specific needs⁠⁠Supporting children with a disability and/ or additional needs⁠

Today’s episode is one of our professional learning tapas series and in this episode, we discuss all things documentation. We question if we have lost our way from using documentation as a pedagogical tool to a compliance driven narrative. Sharing hot tips and encouraging you to take the reigns and feel empowered in creating rich and meaningful documentation. Remember all podcast listners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.Related Early Years Learning Hub courses:Educational program and practice guidanceLearning framework resourcesAssessment and planning bundleProgram learning opportunities

This episode is one of our ‘Unpacking theory and research series” and our guest is Lisa Riegel, Ph.D, Educational Partnerships Institute and author and we will be discussing brain science and how we can use it to support children to self-regulate, develop social and coping skills and be active, engaged learners. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.Links to Lisa's author's page: NeuroWell: Applying brain science to build safe, supportive, and proactive schoolsRelated Early Years learning Hub courses:Helping children self-regulate

This week’s podcast is a 'Practice sharing' episode with a difference! We speak with Stephanie Ebber (who is a Speech therapist) all about speech therapy from what is considered ‘typical development’ to common issues regarding speech and communication. We finish with some great tips for working effectively with allied health professionals. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.Related Early Years Learning Hub courses:Strategies for identifying, communicating and planning for specific needsSupporting children with a disability and/ or additional needsInner West Paediatrics

This week's episode focuses on the important role ethicsplays in creating child safe environments that actually keep children safe. In particular when ethics are in action as one of our practice architectures, we embed child safety in our everyday. The ECA Code of Ethics are founded in children’s right to safety and high-quality practice. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.Related Early Years Learning Hub courses:Building understanding of quality early childhood program and practice

This week’s episode is about the importance of incorporating maths in early childhood programs, particularly the areas that relate later mathematical success. Our special guest is Dr Jo Grimmond, Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Education,School of Education, Charles Strurt University and we share our love of maths as well as practical, simple strategies to identify and extend mathematical thinking. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.Related Early Years Learning Hub courses:What and how children learn through playWhat to teach

In thie episode we speak with Catherine Lee about what she thinks makes a great early childhood teacher or educator. Catherine shares her reflections and practices that focus on kindness, viewing children as capable and competent and supporting children's agency. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.Related Early Years Learning Hub professional learning courses:Beginning teachers and educators How to teach

This episode is one of professional learning tapas series and is really a guided critical reflection on graduations and end of year celebrations. We share some controversial thoughts on graduations and unpack planning end of year celebrations. We look at opportunities for showcasing children's learning, supporting children's agency and advocating for early childhood education.Critical reflection courseMeaningful celebrations

In this episode, we sit down with Professor Cathrine Neilsen-Hewett to unpack how we can better understand and support children’s behaviour by reframing the way we view it. With an extensive academic background in early childhood and a reputation as a leading behaviour expert, Cathrine brings rich insights from her research and practice. She shares her evidence-informed model that helps educators provide the right supports for children to regulate and thrive. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.Understanding children's behaviour bundle

This episode we are talking with Catherine Lee, Director at Catherine Lee Consulting. Catherine has had an amazing career as an Early Childhood Teacher, service director, speaker and facilitator and is a great inspiration to myself and many others. Catherine shares her pedagogy around connecting with community and how this supports children to be active members of their community and to understand civics and citizenship.Catherine Lee Educational Consultant

Today’s topic is all about supporting your own wellbeing, avoiding burnout through maintaining a good work life balance and getting organised to make things easier. I share some tips and strategies to help bring the joy back into your work.Service communication, reflection and planning journalBlog- Getting organised to support efficient, effective practice

This episode is all about play-based learning in primary schools. We are joined by Katy Meeuwissen, Lecturer in initial Teacher Education- Early childhood Primary, Faculty of Education, University of Canberra. Katy shares some insights from her research to reframe our thinking about play and how complex it is to implement in school settings. Katy also shares some data on how implementing 'playful pedagogies' is impacted by teacher perceptions. Does Play Belong in Primary Schools? Australian Teachers’ PerspectivesRemember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'. Related courses:Play-based learning courses

This week’s episode is not to be missed for anyone who has ever wondered about outdoor learning programs and nature play. We speak with Stephanie Willey about her experiences implementing a bush kinder program, including all of the bennefits, logistics and how tos!Early Childhood Outdoor Learning NetworkThe how and the why of nature programsThe legislative requirements of an in-nature progam 

This week’s ‘Professional learning tapas’ episode is all about being a great Educational leader. Including what skills, knowledge and attributes are required to lead with efficacy and efficiency. For more information and awesome professional learning go to:Educational leader catalogueRemember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.

This episode takes a deep dive into Education for Sustainability with Stephanie Willey the Convenor of Environmental Education in Early Childhood. Stephanie takes educators through all dimensions of sustainability, going beyond the worm farms and recycling bins to using sustainability ‘lens' to inform decision making.Sustainability Alliance - Environmental Education in Early Childhood

In this week’s episode we speak with Bernadette Reyes, Director at Tregear Presbyterian Preschool. Bernadette talks about how she leads the way in developing collaborative partnerships in ways that support the vulnerable children and families that she works with, to navigate the systems and supports to help their child thrive. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.Related Early Years Learning Hub courses: Inclusive practice - Bundle - Early Years Learning Hub

In this episode we explore some key ideas about why transition statements are important and how they contribute to creating continuity of learning for children in one of the most significant transitions of their lives. We talk about writing for your audience, streamlining how you work and considering these statements as part of your assessment practices. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.Related Early Years Learning Hub courses:Transition to school statements supporting continuityEffective evidenced based transition practiceTranistion partnerships

This episode is focused on analysing the evidence around effective assessment, what the real point of assessment is and how it should influence teaching practice.  Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.If you are interested to learn more go to: Assessment and planning - Bundle - Early Years Learning Hub

This week’s ‘Practice sharing- Practical programming’ episode is focused on the mechanics of how to manage assessment and planning and program requirements in ways that reduce the administrative burden. It stes through an example of programming in ways that works smarter and harder! Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.For more information go to:   Cycle of planning for groups  Cycle of planning for individualsInformation for families

This episode explores what makes an educational program meaningful, what should be includedhow adopting as well as some useful guidance on how to teach and what expereinces to offer. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.If you like what you hear then here are some related resources:What to teachHow to teach

This episode is about how children use drawing as a communication tool and how teachers and educators can use dialogic drawing to help better understand children’s learning and engagement. Today, I am joined by Dr Amelia Ruscoe, Early Childhood Studies Course Coordinator, School of Education, Edith Cowan University who shares her research and expereinces at using dialogic drawing as a tool to cature children's voices.

This episode is all about investing in people as a leader. Taking time, being kind and providing a positive role model for new educators. I am delighted to be joined by Jann MacKay who is both a long-time friend and an amazing Early Childhood Teacher and leader. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.Related courses:Beginning teachers and educators

In this week’s ‘Professional learning tapas’ episode we discuss science and young children in honour of national Science Week next week. We look at the benefits of engaging children in scientific thinking, research and experimentation. We discuss the rich STEM learning that occurs and share ideas for investigating this year’s Science Week theme- Decoding the universe: Exploring the unknown with nature’s hidden language. Related Early Years Learning Hub courses:What and how children learn through playWhat to teachUnderstanding play-based learning in the early years

This episode is about the principles of effective practice with infants and toddlers. Including the importance of specific relational infant–toddler pedagogies to facilitate rich and meaningful learning in early childhood settings. I am joined by Sheila Degotardi from Macquarie University Early Childhood Education Research Centre and Macquarie School of Education. Intentional Practice with Infants and Toddlers | Higher Educationfrom Cambridge

This episode is about the joys and challenges of being a special education teachers. Today, I am joined by Kylie Brown who is teacher and Assistant Principal at Fernhill School for Specific Purpose which is a school that supports children with a range of disabilities. Kylie shares what drew her to this work and how she works closely with families to support children with disabilities learn life skills and curriculum content. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.Related Early Years Learning Hub courses: Supporting children with a disabilityHelping children self regulate

In this episode I unpack how theories influence our work. I was inspired to write this episode from one of the units of my Masters in Educational leadership which examined how theory influences practices from how we view children or our image of the child as capable and competent to how children learn and develop.What and how children learn through play How to teach Understanding play-based learning in the early years

This episode is about critical reflection and the evidence behind why it is so important and the impact it can have. I am delighted to be joined by Deb Williams, Early Childhood Teacher, Academic and Lead Teacher. Deb shares her research completed through her PhD studies as well as some really practical approaches to embed critical reflection into everyday practice. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.If you would like to find out more about critical reflection purchase our course:Critical reflection

In this episode we discuss the higher levels of teacher accreditation for those teachers who are interested in becoming specialist teachers as part of their career progression. I am delighted to be joined by Deb Williams who is inspirational, multi- talented early childhood professional and the very first teacher in NSW to be awarded at LEAD Teacher level.

In this episode we look at why having a really sound understanding of the frameworks is so important for everyone who works in education and care services and even teachers and educators in the early years of school. We explore how they guide us in terms of pedagogical advice and how they provide the content for our curriculum in terms of what to teach and how to teach it and they help us to operate in ways that are aligned with evidence, research, theory, ethics and social justice. https://earlyyearslearninghub.com.au/early-childhood-curriculum-and-pedagogy/https://earlyyearslearninghub.com.au/quality-area-1-educational-program-and-practice-resources/

This episode is about the ideology and theory behind managing challenging behaviours through child-centred musical experiences. I am joined by Amelia Scarf, founder of Rhymey- Music based PD for children's self regulation.Rhymey

This episode is one of our practice sharing series, where I chat with a practitioner and we share some thoughts of what works well and why. This episode is the final in a series of 4 episodes exploring practices of Su Garrett and her team at the excellent rated service- Explore and Develop Annandale. This episode is all about enabling leadership within the team.Related Early Years Learning Hub courses:Educational leader catalogue

Today’s episode is one of our 'Professional learning tapas' series and in this episode we unpack how to plan for learning based on what children are interested in and how this is realised through project-based learning. This one could be a game changer for you in implementing richer and meaningful learning. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.If you like what you hear and want to know more go to our Early childhood curriculum and pedagogy catalogue

In this episode we unpack why it is important to draw on research, theory, contemporary understandings and data to inform our practice as teachers, educators and leaders. Drawing on evidence of what is effective teaching practice and why is key to knowing and understanding the impact of our work. It also provides the basis for where and how we can improve the way we work in order to improve outcomes for the children, families and communites that we work with.Understanding play-based learning in the early years - Early Years Learning HubEffective evidenced based transition practice - Early Years Learning Hub

This is the third of 4 episodes in conversation with Su Garrett the owner and director of the excellent rated service- Explore and Develop Annandale. In this episode Su talks about her service's approach to engaging with technology to support children as active users of digital technologies and as a pedagogical tool for documentation. To find out more go to: https://earlyyearslearninghub.com.au/early-childhood-curriculum-and-pedagogy/

This is another ‘Professional learning tapas’ episode and this episode is brought to you by one of our listeners who is a primary teacher looking to move into early childhood teaching. She was keen to know what the role looks like in everyday life in terms of interactions with families, programming, some examples of great lessons and managing the work/ life balance. So hope you enjoy!⁠What are the expectations of a teacher? - Early Years Learning HubEarly Childhood Curriculum and Pedagogy | Resources | EYLHQuality area 1: Educational Program & Practice Resources | Resources | EYLHWhat are the expectations of an educator? - Early Years Learning Hub

In this episode I speak with Dr Sarah Corlon, Head of Research and Special Education at STaR about inclusive practice. We discuss why inclusion is important, how educators can make reasonable adjustments that support everyone’s learning, making documentation easy and how to work with NDIS and early intervention providers. This is an episode not to be missed! Related Early Years Learninh Hub courses: Supporting children with a disability and/ or additional needsStrategies for identifying, communicating and planning for specific needsHelping children to self-regulate

This is the second of 4 episodes in conversation with Su Garrett the owner and director of the excellent rated service- Explore and Develop Annandale. In this episode Su talks about her service's approach to taking children 'out of the gate' on excursions as a part of their regular program and how rich learning and connection to community and nature are some of the many benefits.

This episode is all about giving listeners some powerful, child-centred strategies to guide children's behaviour. It is all about empowering educators with the confidence to build strong relationships and manage their classrooms and learning environments to ensure a safe and supportive space for all.https://earlyyearslearninghub.com.au/product/supporting-childrens-behaviour/

In this episode I speak with Dr William DeJean Founder & CEO  Unleash Learning about the challenges of engaging with evidenced-based professional learning and making practice changes. We discuss the amount of information that teachers, educators and leaders are exposed to and how this can be overwhelming and create a barrier to learning and improvement.

This is the first of 4 episodes in conversation with Su Garrett the owner and director of the excellent rated service- Explore and Develop Annandale. In this episode Su talks about her service's approach to sustainability, embedding all dimensions across all aspects of the program and service operation.

This week’s podcast episode is one of our Professional learning tapas series and it is all about Critical reflection in action. In this episode I share some insights into why we need to critically reflect, what to reflect on and how to record it. The episode includes an example from my own practice, where I talk about our service’s response to a serious incident involving child protection that happened late last year. It was very challenging and stressful at the time but it prompted us to really reflect on what we were doing to keep children safe. If you would like to find out more go to our website and purchase our critical reflection course, it has 2 modules that step you through every aspect of critical reflection. It is great value for money as it includes scaffolds, templates, examples of question to guide critical reflection across all of our work. Listeners of our podcast receive a 25% discount on all purchases simply enter POD25 at the checkout.

In this episode I am joined by Dr Gai Lindsay to discuss all things visual arts, Gai is an amazing expert and advocate for the arts in early childhood. Hopefully this episode will inspire you to take a journey with children to learn the language of the arts!

In this practice sharing episode I am joined by Nick Stephens, a male Early Childhood Teacher who works at a preschool in Western Sydney. We discuss the importance of a diverse workforce and what an impact male teachers and educators can have on children. We also discuss the issues and challenges males in early childhood and the early years of school face.

This is the first of our professional learning tapas series where we aim to give you some quick and easily digested professional learning on the go. Often these episodes link back to some of our courses, so if you like what you hear you can purchase a course or membership to our online networking to find out more. Today we are talking about knowing your stuff. I wanted to start here because it is the foundation of everything I will talk to your about in our podcast. It really is key to everything you do as a teacher, educator and leader. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.Related early Years Learning Hub courses:Beginning teachers and educatorsWhat and how children learn through playEducational program and practice guidance

This is the first in our ‘Unpacking theory and research’ series where I invite academics, researchers and experts to tell us what the theory, research or contemporary understandings mean for our day to day practice and our work as teachers, educators and leaders. This episode is about practice architectures and what this means for how we develop as professionals and the sorts of conditions that enabe high-quality practice.I am delighted to be joined by Dr Leanne Gibbs, Senior Lecturer, School of Education, Charles Sturt University and Dr Mandy Cooke School of Education, Faculty of Arts and Education, Deakin University both renowned academics on this topic.

This is the very first episode of our series titled 'Practice sharing' where I have a chat with another teacher, educator or leader about topics that I think might be of interest to the education sector. It could be that person has some great ideas or is even an expert in that area. In this episode we are talking about one of the hottest topics around- assessment and planning! Our guest speaker today is Lauren Tinslay, an Early Childhood Teacher who is very reflective and thoughtful in her approach to assessment and planning. Throughout this pod we unpack and discuss the requirements, what each stage of the cycle looks like and how we develop effcetive and efficient systems that both meet requirements and work for us. If you would like to find out more about assessment and planning take a look at our extensive range of courses that you can buy separately or as a bundle and save$$$. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.Go to: https://earlyyearslearninghub.com.au/product/assessment-and-planning-bundle/

Welcome to our introductory episode where we explain what we will be talking about, the types of episodes, how the Early Years Learning Hub came to be and the professional journey of our fonder and Managing Director- Jacqui Ward. Remember all podcast listeners recieve 25% off at the checkout by entering the code 'POD25'.